Contagious Faith

In this episode I talk about what is going on in my life and some major changes that have happened. I want you guys to know what is going on and what to look for in the future. Verse referenced: Col 3:23 www.mvi.org/watkins    

In this episode I talk about how we can recognize God working in our lives through the little things that happen to us. The book quoted is When God winks at you by Squire Rushnell www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org/watkins  

In this episode I talk about asking better questions. Asking more questions. Sometimes we need to ask more questions before we can find the right answer. Verse used: Proverbs 3:5-6 www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org/watkins  

This episode is a roundtable session with another full-time missionary. He lives in the Dominican Republic. Some good stories that are 1 year from our cross-cultural training together. Content mentioned: www.thebucketministry.org www.trkkministries.org www.mvi.org/watkins  

In this episode I talk with my fellow missionary friend about a variety of topics. A lot of fun stuff is talked about. Hopefully we will talk again after the holidays to see how our experiences were different. www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org/watkins  

In this episode I talk about some hard stuff. I reveal some true emotions in my life. Following Christ is not always pretty but we can still look forward if we make the right choices. Verses referenced: Romans 12:12 Romans 15:13 Luke 9:24 www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org/watkins  

In this Episode I talk about how you can use meditation to improve your walk with Jesus Christ. Verses referenced are: Luke 4:1-2, 14-15 Mark 6:30-32 Matthew 14:1-13 Luke 6:12-13 Luke 5:16 trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

In this episode I talk about one of the most important relationships in your life. Your marriage. I am going to give you 5 points to start doing with your spouse and 2 common issues that cause distance. Verse referenced: Genesis 2:24 www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org/watkins Contagious Faith Youtube channel

In this episode I talk about how sometimes there are things we need to focus on before serving. Our first ministry is either our hearts, our marriage, or our family. Then we are free to serve in a leadership  role in the body of Christ. Verses in this episode: 1 Corinthians 12 1 Timothy 3 www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org/watkins Don't forget our Youtube channel! Also, subscribe to this show and our channel to get new content right away.  

In this episode I talk about how to view the future. How to deal with all of the challenges of 2020. Verses referenced: Matthew 6:25-34 2 Thes. 3:10 www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org/watkins

In this episode I talk about some very important reason why every Christian should be actively reading their Bible. If at all possible we need to be learning His Word. Verses used in this episode are: Matthew 4:8-9 Ephesians 6:13-17 More information can be found about us at www.trkkministries.com or www.mvi.org/watkins

In this episode I break down several elements of reading the Bible. What it is? What it is not? How to read it and what to look for.  It is always much easier to read something if you know what it is. My hope is that this information makes the Bible a little less intimidating and you can start picking it up regularly on your own. www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org/watkins

Ask yourself this question? Really....This week we catch up on some things and talk about what serving looks like. Verse 1 John 4:19 trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

This is the last week of using podcasting to do the sermon here. It has been a lot of fun using this but they have upgraded to Youtube videos. We will return to normal podcasting this week. This sermon continues the series in Thessalonians. Pastor Edgar in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Enjoy and see you guys soon! Trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

Hey there guys! This is another Spanish episode where Iglesia Petra is using our podcast space. What a blessing to be able to use this to help them get their sermon to the congregation. Currently they are in a series through Thessalonians. Pastor Edgar is speaking. trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

Here is another episode that is being used for Iglesia Petra. It is a church plant in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. They are currently working not meeting in person and we are using the podcast to help them get the sermon out to their members. It is in Spanish. Enjoy Thessalonians with Pastor Edgar trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

We are still using our platform to help Iglesia Petra distribute sermons online. We are going to start releasing episodes later in the week for those who are missing our normal content. This sermon is continuing the series through Thessalonians. Pastor Edgar is speaking. Trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

Once again we are using our podcast space to distribute a local church's sermon online due to social distancing. It is for Iglesia Petra in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Pastor Edgar is speaking and they are hoping to be meeting in person again soon. Main content comes from 1 Thessalonians. trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

Once again, we are able to share resources and get the Gospel out even during quarantine. This is a Spanish episode. It is from Iglesia Petra in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Pastor Edgar is starting a new series working through Thessalonians. Enjoy! trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

This is the second sermon done by Iglesia Petra during the Covid-19 Outbreak. We are sharing our podcast space with this church plant so that they can distribute their sermon even though they can't meet physically. This is a Spanish episode. trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

This episode is a great opportunity to share resources to continue the spread of the Gospel. This church plant had to stop meeting for a few weeks to prevent the spread of Coronavirus. Therefore, we are using our podcast to distribute the week's sermon to the members of the church. Feel free to listen in and hear the message being taught here in Matagalpa, Nicaragua. Sermon title: El Rey esta en control Pastor: Edgar Malespin Main Bible verses: Mt 26:1-16 trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins

This is the first episode in a couple of weeks because Covid-19 has thrown a wrench in everyone's schedule. In this episode, we talk about how life has changed now that the virus is officially here. Things referenced in the show are below: trkkministries.com mvi.org/watkins Exodus 15:1-2 Proverbs 3:5-6 Casting Crowns: Caught in the middle Corrie Ten Boom: The Hiding Place

In this episode we celebrate being here for one month. Also, a few good stories from the last week. Ephesians 6:10-18 TRKKministries.com mvi.org/watkins

It has been too long since the last show. This is the first since the holidays. They should be coming weekly now. We are finally here in Nicaragua and beginning our mission here. Some funny stories already. Talked about Acts 28:30. trkkministries.com mvi.org

Here is the update from the last week here at CAMPO training in San Cristobal, Guatemala. God has shown himself many times this month and this was something that got me way more prepared for leaving to Nicaragua. More stories will arise from this in later episodes. Daniel Browne's blog is brownesindr.blogspot.com trkkministries.com mvi.org

I am spending a month in Guatemala doing cross-cultural training. It is very important to do significant training when you are going to be living in a different culture. In this episode I go over some of my experiences and observations from my first week. Enjoy!

I had the opportunity to deliver a sermon at two churches this season. Here is what God led me to talk about. A little different format this time but I will return to normal next week. Enjoy!

In this episode I give an example of a testimony by sharing part of my story. Everybody has one but it's not always easy to share. Maybe we can give you some tools to make it easier. Verse is 2 Corinthians 5:17 www.trkkministries.com www.mvi.org    

In  this episode, I talk about ways to validate and backup the Bible through outside sources. It is a ton of info and very useful. It is important as a follower of Christ to know what and why we believe what we do. Hopefully this will inspire you to do your own digging into the Word and more of the history of the Bible. Trkkministries.com mvi.org www.wesleyhuff.com/infographics  

It is so important to have relationships as a Christian. We are called to worship in community. Here is a look at one of my favorite relationships and just having some fun. trkkministries.com mvi.org John 3:16 1 John 4:1

In this episode we uncover several aspects of discipleship. Nate Nauman from FBC Jenks joins me and we have some fun! Longer episode but trust me...it's a good one. Luke 6:40 John 1:19-4:54 Matthew 4:19 and 11:28-30 Harmony of the Gospels Master Plan of Evangelism discipleship.org Trkkministries.org MVI.org

Let's get to know each other. Listen to some fun stories of our and who we are. We love making new friends and we love sharing memories with people. Proverbs 3:5-6 Psalm 139 trkkministries.org or mvi.org  

In this episode we talk about the biblical basis for support raising and the value of having a support team. There are lots of options for how you partner with an organization for mission work and we talk about the process we went through. Luke 8:3 Numbers 18 The God Ask by Steve Shadrach https://supportraisingsolutions.org/

Let's think about 3 main things...Fear...Failure...Success What are each of these and why are they important? Hear about a scary encounter while hiking. Ways we can change our views on fear, failure and success and be better at witnessing to others. Also, I mention a great book to help get a spiritual snack in every day. trkkministries.com https://www.amazon.com/Not-Fan-Updated-Expanded-Completely/dp/0310344700/ref=sr_1_1?crid=39VQAPMOF9NMY&keywords=not+a+fan+kyle+idleman&qid=1565460645&s=gateway&sprefix=not+a+fan%2Caps%2C337&sr=8-1

Let's talk more about the specifics of a missionary. It is important as a Christian to understand the term missions and how you can be a part of it. Being a missionary is easier than it seems and there lots of reasons to take on this lifestyle. trkkministries.com Information of the book mentioned: Perspectives on the World Christian Movement www.perspectives.com Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20 "The Great Commission"