Podcasts about global church

In this interview, Spencer Dalke talks with senior research associate Lionel Young about how the global church reshapes our understanding of faith, mission, and Christian unity. Young challenges the assumption that Christianity is primarily a Western movement, highlighting instead how the gospel is advancing through diverse cultures worldwide. He explains how engagement with the global church can expose blind spots in Western theology and offer fresh perspectives on issues like community, suffering, politics, and social responsibility while pushing believers back to Scripture for deeper clarity. Young presents the global church as a gift that calls Christians toward humility, partnership, and collaboration, encouraging Western believers to move beyond an American-centered mindset and join with the worldwide body of Christ in a shared mission to bring the Gospel to all nations.  The historic church as a global community.  Understanding global church unity vs. secular multiculturalism.  Applying four gifts of a global church to our church life in America.  “What I'm not saying in this is that engagement with the global church changes our theology. I'm saying it requires us to refine our theology in that we go right back to Scripture for a better understanding of our theology.”  Featured work: “Every Church Needs the Global Church”  Connect with Lionel Young on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Cambridge Center website.  For more faith-filled, Gospel-centered content, download the Pilgrim Radio app today on Google Play and Apple, or stream at PilgrimRadio.com. 

How can the global church speak about sexuality with both biblical conviction and the compassion of Christ? Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Vaughan Roberts about why sexuality has become one of the most pressing mission conversations facing the global church. Drawing on Scripture, pastoral experience, and his own personal story, Vaughan helps listeners reflect on identity in Christ, the goodness of God's design, the false promises of the sexual revolution, and the need for churches to speak with both grace and truth. Guest Bio Vaughan Roberts is Rector of St Ebbe's Church in Oxford and President of The Proclamation Trust. He is a pastor, speaker, and author of Full of Grace and Truth: The Gospel and Sexuality in the Global Church, a short book based on his Lausanne presentation that offers a biblical and pastoral vision for engaging questions of sexuality with compassion and faithfulness. Main Points Sexuality is now relevant in the global mission conversation. Vaughan explains how the sexual revolution has become a major barrier for many people engaging with Christianity, and how the internet is discipling younger generations around the world. Identity in Christ is deeper than sexual desire. Vaughan shares from his own story, distinguishing between same-sex attraction as part of his reality and Christ as his true identity. The Bible begins with a positive vision of sexuality. Vaughan frames biblical sexuality around four truths: God is for sex, sex is for marriage, marriage is for life, and life is for Christ. Marriage points beyond itself to Christ and the church. Human marriage is not the ultimate answer to our deepest longings; it points to the greater union between Christ and his people. Shame and isolation make discipleship harder. Vaughan urges leaders to remember that when they speak about sexuality, they are speaking to real people in the room who need both truth and grace. The church must be full of grace and truth. Leaders must resist both compromise and condemnation, offering courageous biblical teaching alongside the open hands of Christ. Call to Action If this episode encouraged you, subscribe to the Lausanne Movement Podcast and share it with a pastor, ministry leader, parent, or young adult who is seeking to engage questions of sexuality with biblical conviction and Christlike compassion. We'd also love for you to join the conversation in the Lausanne Movement Podcast space on the Lausanne Action Hub, where you can share your thoughts and engage with our podcast community—and if this episode encouraged you, please consider leaving a rating or review so others can discover it too. Lausanne Movement Podcast Archive Redeeming Human Identity: Exploring the Intersection of Scripture, AI, Biotechnology, Gender and Human Sexuality with Dr Carmen Imes & Dr Matthew Niermann Restoring Biblical Sexuality — Lausanne Movement — Vaughan's Fourth Lausanne Congress presentation on sexuality through the lens of creation, fall, and redemption. Links & Resources Full of Grace and Truth: The Gospel and Sexuality in the Global Church — Vaughan Roberts' short book on the gospel and sexuality in the global church. Living Out — Resources for Christians, churches, and leaders seeking to think biblically and pastorally about sexuality, identity, singleness, marriage, and same-sex attraction. Restoring Biblical Sexuality – Worldwide | Living Out — A Living Out post sharing Vaughan's Lausanne talk as a model for speaking biblically and graciously about sexuality. St Ebbe's Church, Oxford — The church where Vaughan serves as Rector. Genesis 2:24, Ephesians 5, Revelation 21 — Key passages Vaughan references in his biblical overview of sex, marriage, Christ, and the church.

In today's episode, Anna is joined by author, blogger, and church leader Tim Challies. Based in Canada, Tim serves as an elder at Grace Fellowship Church and has spent decades writing and teaching about faith, culture, and the Christian life. His latest children's book, God's Great Big Global Church, grew out of a personal project travelling the world to experience how Christians worship across different cultures. This conversation explores how we can help children see beyond their immediate world and understand their place in God's global family. Tim shares how the book invites kids to: Discover how Christians around the world worship each Sunday Understand the beauty of cultural diversity within the Church See themselves as part of God's bigger story and mission Anna connects this with the Parenting for Faith Key Tool: Framing, which helps children grasp the bigger picture of God's story and their place within it (https://www.parentingforfaith.brf.org.uk/tool/framing/) Links: God's Great Big Global Church https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/gods-great-big-global-church Tim Challies' website (daily blog): https://www.challies.com/ From the Rising of the Sun (book + free documentary via QR code inside the book) https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/from-the-rising-of-the-sun If you'd like to get involved in trying out our new Five Key Tools Course, register your interest here: https://forms.office.com/e/bksHWjVjvM Send us your questions, stories and ideas for future episodes at parentingforfaith.org/podcast or email us at parentingforfaith@brf.org.uk We would love to know how Parenting for Faith has helped you and how we can develop more! If you have a few minutes, please complete this survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YM8BXS5.    Thank you for listening today. Parenting for Faith is part of the charity, BRF Ministries. We are reliant on donations from individuals and churches to make our resources available to as many people as possible. If you are able to contribute to the cost of producing this podcast, please click here to give a one-off or regular gift: www.brf.org.uk/get-involved/give. We are grateful for all donations, big or small. They make a real difference. Thank you so much for partnering with us.

In this episode Ryan lays out a clear Biblical view of the nature, purpose and identity of the global Church as God's missionary community. To faithfully progress in mission mobilization within His Church it is vital to understand the Church from God's perspective, seeing her as He does so we can more effectively align with His plans and purposes through the Church.

From the Iranian Revolutionary Guard to a life transformed by Jesus Christ, Mohamad Faridi shares how faith is spreading underground in Iran despite intense persecution, fear, and political turmoil, highlighting a rapidly growing hidden church movement and powerful spiritual change.Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.truthandliberty.net/subscribe  Donate here: https://www.truthandliberty.net/donate  

What does it mean to be part of Christ's global church? In this episode of In All Things, Ed McCallum, ITEN's Associate for Site and Program Development and our Tuesday evening worship speaker at this year's General Assembly, reflects on Matthew 16 and the promise that Christ will build His church. With a focus on global mission and the upcoming World Outreach Commissioning service, Ed shares how the EPC participates in God's work around the world. This episode reminds us that the church is truly global and that we are “Better Together” as we join in God's mission across nations and cultures. To learn more about the 2026 General Assembly and to register, visit: epconnect.org/ga2026

The history of Christianity in Korea is a dramatic account, both beautiful and tragic. The experience of Korea's early Christian converts offer many insights for believers today around the world.James Cha, of the Crescent Project and I43 ministries, joined Andy on this encore episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast. Listen as he shares nearly forgotten tales of incredible faith and sacrifice.  But he also explores how compromise wormed its way into the Korean Church, particularly during the Japanese occupation before World War II.  The consequences of compromise proved devastating. But even in the darkest of days, we see that redemption is possible.In the world today, many Christians can relate to this tale of two Koreas. They feel the pressure building around them, and also the temptation to compromise and become politically correct. This episode provides timely context for believers to prayerfully process.  May this history of Korean Christianity help the Global Church today stand. If this information is helpful to you, please give us a 5-star rating and a positive review. Likewise, share this episode with friends and fellow believers who could use some help standing up under mounting pressures.To learn more about resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.Crescent Project: https://www.crescentproject.org/(Book) Fear Not: Living a Life of No Regrets, by James Cha – available at https://www.amazon.com/Fear-Not-Living-Life-Regrets/dp/B08NWWY8SG.(Book) The Korean Pentecost and the Sufferings Which Followed, by William N. Blair & Bruce F. Hunt – available at https://www.amazon.com/Korean-Pentecost-Sufferings-Which-Followed/dp/0851512445.(Book) More than Conquerors: The Story of the Martyrdom of Rev. Ki-ch'ol Chu, by Kwang-jo Chu – available at https://www.amazon.com/More-than-Conquerors-Martyrdom-Ki-chol/dp/8995490438/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=more+than+conquerors%2C+chu&qid=1633051620&s=books&sr=1-1.Christian Emergency Alliance: https://www.christianemergency.com/Follow the Christian Emergency Alliance on Twitter: @ChristianEmerg1Follow the Christian Emergency Alliance on Facebook: @ChristianEmergencyThe Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.Soli Deo Gloria

Learn about a new grant to support Brethren Disaster Ministries from Lilly Endowment. Mission Advancement has launched a campaign to preserve the historic Germantown Meetinghouse and Cemetery, which dates to 1723. Hear updates from members of the Global Church of the Brethren Communion, which met in Gijon, Spain in April. And get the latest personnel news from the Church of the Brethren.  Matt DeBall of Mission Advancement presents the news, and Nancy Sollenberger Heishman plays the piano. 

This episode is a part of Across the Divide's Monthly Book Club. To join Across the Divide's Book Club, become part of our Patreon community  at https://www.patreon.com/c/AcrosstheDivide In this episode, Jen has a conversation with Rifat Kassis on the Kairos II document, authored by Palestinian church leaders in October 2025. Rifat describes how the realities of genocide and settler colonialism has led to the newest Kairos document as a theological assessment of the dire situations that Palestinians are facing as well as an appeal to the global church to repent from complicity and engage in costly solidarity with their Palestinian siblings.Rifat Kassis is the General Coordinator of Kairos Palestine and Global Kairos for Justice, being one of its founding members. Follow Rifat on his Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/rifat.kassis) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/rifatkassis15/ )Kairos Palestine Document & Study Guide- https://thepjn.org/kp2studyguide BDS Resources- https://bdsmovement.net/ Support our work at Across the Divide: https://www.patreon.com/AcrosstheDivide Follow Across the Divide for more on ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠⁠⁠‪@AcrosstheDividePodcast‬⁠⁠⁠Across the Divide partners with Peace Catalyst International to amplify the pursuit of peace and explore the vital intersection of Christian faith and social justice in Palestine-Israel.#israel #palestine #gaza #kairos #repentance #solidarity #bds #faith 

In this very special episode, Erin sits down with Fr. Joash P. Thomas, a public theologian and author of The Justice of Jesus. They explore the intersections of faith, justice, and cultural perspectives as Fr. Joash shares how his experiences navigating different cultural contexts inform his theological insights and advocacy for justice in the church.MENTIONSFather Joash P Thomas: The Justice of Jesus | Instagram | Website | Substack | St. Stephen's UniversityMasala Chai: Wagh Bakri | Tata TeaCan you tell me more about the Global Church? Here's some info from Pew ResearchThe Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I've Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

"God faithfully strengthens the victorious local church by sending them to the global one."In the final chapter of 1 Corinthians, Pastor Blake reminds us that God's plan to strengthen the local church runs straight through the global one. After 15 chapters addressing division, conflict, and messy church life, Paul doesn't tell the Corinthians to keep their heads down, he sends them out.Three ways we exercise our "sending muscles": give financially, go physically, and send relationally. When we do, everyone's spirit gets refreshed, even across thousands of miles.

In this final message of our Future Focused Church series, Pastor Chris Padiath explores Acts 11:19–26 and unpacks what it means to be a global church. Looking at the life of Barnabas and the early church in Antioch, we see a model of believers who moved beyond cultural barriers, responded to persecution with purpose, and committed themselves to deep discipleship.This message challenges us to grow not only in number but in depth, to embrace diversity as part of God's design, and to take responsibility for the global mission of the Church. As followers of Jesus, we are called to pray for the persecuted, invest in the mission, and go wherever God leads.Series: Future Focused Church | Date: April 26th 2026

I. For the Local Church (vs. 12-15) II. For the Health of Faith (vs. 16-22) III. For the Global Church (vs. 25-27)

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 18:25–26, David Platt teaches that giving is an expression of surrender and trust.Secret Church happens once a year, inspired by believers who gather at great cost. On April 17, over 50,000 believers from around the world will come together online to study the life of Elijah, pray for persecuted Christians and act together to make Jesus known among unreached places in the world. If you're able, we hope you join us. Register at radical.net/secretchurch.Explore more content from Radical.

What does it mean to live out faith in a world where belief can cost everything? Ed Brown, Secretary General of Stefanus Alliance International, brings a global perspective shaped by frontline work with persecuted communities. Through powerful stories and firsthand insight, this conversation explores the tension between religious freedom and gospel witness, revealing both the quiet pressures and extreme realities faced by believers, and why defending human dignity opens doors for the message of Christ to be heard.___Tune In to Discover▫️How persecution shows up on a spectrum, from subtle discrimination to extreme violence▫️Why defending human rights creates opportunities to share the gospel▫️The theological foundation for advocating for all people, not just Christians▫️Practical ways Christian higher education can engage and respond globally.___Inside the Episode02:39 – The mission and global impact of Stefanus Alliance International06:45 – Organizational pivots and rediscovering purpose after the Iron Curtain12:49 – The spectrum of persecution, from discrimination to violence17:52 – A pastor's story of persecution and misunderstanding in India24:08 – The theology behind advocating for human rights30:46 – Human rights as a bridge for gospel conversations33:53 – Practical ways Christian higher education can engage globally___To hear this interview and many more like it, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or our website, or search for Biblical Higher Ed Talk in your favorite podcast player.The Biblical Higher Ed Talk podcast is brought to you by The Association of Biblical Higher Ed and is proud to be a part of The Higher Ed Marketer Podcast Network. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

In this episode of Pray the Word on Numbers 17:10, David Platt shows how Jesus gives us full access to God and empowers us to bear fruit.Secret Church happens once a year, inspired by believers who gather at great cost. On April 17, over 50,000 believers from around the world will come together online to study the life of Elijah, pray for persecuted Christians and act together to make Jesus known among unreached places in the world. If you're able, we hope you join us. Register at radical.net/secretchurch.Explore more content from Radical.

Episode 22 | Keep Your Hands Open Leadership Lesson with John Birchner John Birchner, founder of The Uproot Collective, shares how God used Jesus' words, “Go therefore…” (Matthew 28:19) to teach him about keeping your hands open. The Uproot Collective is a missionary service agency working with the Local Church to serve the Global Church. One Piece of Advice with Anthony Chapman Anthony Chapman, Bible teacher and musician in Israel (with his wife, Irene), shares his advice to keep all your ministries with open hands to God.

The resurrection of Jesus changes everything about humanity's past, present and future. For thousands of years the Church has commemorated this miraculous event as the central theme of our faith and faith practice. We are resurrection people, and we want to join the Global Church in celebration of the hope that is ours since Jesus walked out of the grave. This year we will host ONE Resurrection Sunday gathering on April 5th at 10am.

Floyd Brobbel leads Voice of the Martyrs Canada and has worked with the ministry for more than two decades. He joins host David Guretzki to discuss the current mission and purpose of VOMC and ongoing ways to support Christians worldwide who are being persecuted for their faith. He also shares about his book, “Trouble on the Way: Persecution in the Christian Life,” which received the Debra Fieguth Social Justice Award from The Word Guild in 2021. He gives insights into work in Nigeria, North Korea, Pakistan, India, China and the Middle East. He explains VOMC's commitment to informing Canadian Christians on how they can encourage, support and pray for those who are suffering for Christ. Voice of the Martyrs Canada profile: https://www.vomcanada.com/floyd-brobbel.htm Floyd Brobbel's book: Trouble on the Way: Persecution in the Christian Life (2021)

In this international Leadership Table session, Joseph Mattera offers a global perspective on what God is doing across the Church in this critical hour. From increasing unity among leaders to a renewed emphasis on prayer, from the challenges of cultural fragmentation to the rise of new movements of discipleship and mission, the global Church is undergoing significant shifts. Understanding these trends is essential for leaders who desire to steward their influence wisely and align with the purposes of God. This episode explores key developments taking place across regions, the role of collaborative leadership, and the growing hunger for biblical foundations in an increasingly complex world. It also addresses the opportunities and challenges facing the Church as it seeks to engage culture without compromising truth. For leaders, pastors, and those with a heart for the nations, this conversation provides insight, clarity, and direction for navigating this moment in history.

We tackle one of the most sensitive issues facing the global church — sexuality. Vaughan Roberts, senior minister of St Ebbe's Oxford, speaks as both pastor and theologian. In this interview he reflects on deeply personal pastoral encounters — Christians struggling with pornography, same-sex attraction, gender incongruence, and the pain of confusing messages from churches.In Abuaja, Nigeria, Vaughan Roberts, distributed his new book Full of Grace and Truth: The Gospel and Sexuality in the Global Church to more than 470 bishops, clergy and lay leaders of the Global Anglican Communion.At the heart of Roberts' argument is the argument: God is for sex. Sex is for marriage. Marriage is for life. And ultimately life is for Christ. Roberts' challenge cuts in two directions. He cautions revisionist Christians not to abandon biblical truth, while also urging conservatives to move beyond moralism to the transforming beauty of the gospel.To order online: https://www.thegoodbook.co.uk/full-of-grace-and-truth The Church Cohttp://www.thechurchco.com is a website and app platform built specifically for churches.  Advertise on The Pastor's HeartTo advertise on The Pastor's Heart go to thepastorsheart.net/sponsorSupport the show

In this standalone sermon, Pastor Jacob Engen teaches on God's heart for all nations and our role in sharing the gospel with the world. Grounded in passages like Romans 10 and the Great Commission, he emphasizes that a barrier to people believing in Jesus is their access to hear about Him. The responsibility to share the gospel has been entrusted to Jesus' followers. With billions still unreached, the call is both global and personal: to pray for the nations, to engage the diverse people around us, and to go wherever God leads, empowered by the Holy Spirit. Whether across the world or in our own community, missions is not optional but central to God's plan, inviting us to participate in His work of bringing people from every nation, tribe, and language into His kingdom.   Note Guide: https://gpw.churchcenter.com/episodes/630872/notes

In this message, Pastor Karl tackles one of the more challenging passages in Matthew's Gospel — a section most preachers skip, especially leading up to Easter. Working through Matthew 11:20–30, he confronts a subtle but serious spiritual danger: indifference toward Christ.Using Jesus's sharp words of judgment against Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum, Pastor Karl unpacks why indifference is not a neutral stance — it is quiet opposition. The cities Jesus condemns weren't filled with outright God-haters; they were filled with people who had witnessed his miraculous works firsthand and simply... didn't respond. Jesus declares their judgment will be worse than that of Tyre, Sidon, and even Sodom — cities synonymous with extreme wickedness — because with greater revelation comes greater responsibility.Pastor Karl also walks through what Scripture teaches about degrees of judgment, the nature of hell, and why the unforgivable sin is ultimately the rejection of a known gospel. He then turns to Jesus's tender invitation in verses 28–30 — the rest he offers to those crushed under the weight of self-imposed religion or man-made rules — and explains what it truly means to take on the easy yoke of Christ.The message closes with a powerful challenge: the goodness God has shown you is meant to lead you to repentance, not comfort.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

Mark Francis sits down with Annette McManigle and Martha Beitzel to reflect on our recent Global Church Night at FBC, diving deeper into their discipleship relationship and exploring the spiritual growth that comes from learning to fully depend on Christ.Martha in Ministry webpage: https://martha-beitzel.mailchimpsites.com/

Mental health challenges affect millions of people around the world—but what if caring for the mind and emotions is not just a pastoral concern, but a critical part of the church's mission?   Summary In this episode of the Lausanne Movement Podcast, Jason Watson speaks with Dr. Gladys Mwiti, a Kenyan clinical psychologist, trauma specialist, and founder of Oasis Africa Wellness. Drawing from over three decades of ministry and counseling experience, Dr. Mwiti explains why mental health care is essential to God's mission of restoring the whole person. The conversation explores how addressing trauma, burnout, and emotional health strengthens evangelism, discipleship, and Christlike leadership in the global church. Main Points Mental health is central to holistic mission. The gospel addresses the whole person—spiritual, emotional, relational, and social healing. The global church faces a growing mental health crisis. Mental health disorders are among the leading causes of disability worldwide. Ignoring mental health weakens the church's witness. Trauma, anxiety, and depression affect families, communities, and ministry leaders. Pastors and ministry leaders often carry hidden burdens. Many leaders experience stress, burnout, and isolation while caring for others. Burnout develops gradually. Warning signs include emotional fatigue, decreased motivation, cynicism, and social withdrawal. Young leaders face increasing pressure. Social comparison, high expectations, and limited mentorship contribute to rising anxiety. Healthy leadership begins with inner health. Emotionally healthy leaders are better equipped to demonstrate humility, wisdom, and compassion. Sustainable ministry requires intentional rhythms. Rest, Sabbath practices, journaling, peer accountability, and counseling help leaders finish well. The church can respond through community care. Congregations can train members to provide basic support and referrals through collaborative mental health ministries.   Links & Resources Oasis Africa Wellness - https://www.oasisafricawellness.co.ke   Connect with Dr. Gladys Mwiti LinkedIn: Oasis Africa Wellness Email: glmwiti@oasisafrica.co.ke Admin contact: admin@oasisafrica.co.ke   Lausanne Articles by Dr. Gladys Mwiti Turning the Church's Attention to Mental Health - https://lausanne.org/global-analysis/turning-the-churchs-attention-to-mental-health Task Shifting for Mental Health and Trauma: Implications for the Global Church- https://lausanne.org/gathering/task-shifting-for-mental-health-and-trauma-implications-for-the-global-church   Guest Bio Dr. Gladys Mwiti is a Kenyan clinical psychologist, trauma specialist, and founder and CEO of Oasis Africa Center for Transformational Psychology and Trauma in Nairobi. With more than three decades of experience, she has equipped churches, leaders, and communities across Africa to respond to trauma, mental health challenges, and leadership development. Dr. Mwiti has served as chair of the Kenya Psychological Association, co-chaired the Lausanne Congress Mental Health and Trauma Advisory Group, and has written several books and articles on Christian counseling and holistic care in mission.

Proverbs 31:8 challenges God's people to 'Open your mouth for those with no voice, for the cause of all the dispossessed.' The Kingdom will be filled with people and voices from cultures that span the world. Ed Stetzer talks with Usha Reifsnider about her book, Unmuted: Speaking to be Heard and her use of 'muted group therapy' to help church leaders and theologians understand the real challenges of identity, intersectionality, and the myriad ways of being human in God's world on Ed Stetzer Live. Ed Stetzer Live is a listener supported program. To donate, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer, click here. To learn more about Ed Stetzer Live, click here.Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/edstetzerliveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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In 1978, a Vatican insider warned the world was moving rapidly toward global government—through secret conclaves, a final pope, and an unholy alliance of church and state. Bible prophecy says the Antichrist will rise with a religious partner who looks like a lamb but speaks like a dragon, using miracles and deception to enforce worldwide allegiance. Today on the Endtime Show, we examine the fulfillment of this prophecy and how you can prepare. ⭐️: True Gold Republic: Get The Endtime Show special on precious metals at https://www.endtimegold.com📱: It's never been easier to understand. Stream Only Source Network and access exclusive content: https://watch.osn.tv/browse📚: Check out Jerusalem Prophecy College Online for less than $60 per course: https://jerusalemprophecycollege.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Around the world, churches are working hard to make disciples, lead faithfully, and impact their communities. Yet many leaders are exhausted, relationships are strained, and spiritual growth feels shallow or stalled. Why?In this episode, Pete Scazzero addresses a core truth that often goes unnamed: emotional health is the missing link in the global church. Drawing from his own painful leadership crisis and decades of ministry experience, Pete explains why it's impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature. He explores how unaddressed emotional issues limit discipleship, distort leadership, and quietly undermine the church's witness—no matter how strong our theology or vision may be.In this conversation, Pete unpacks:Why emotional health is foundational—not optional—to spiritual maturityHow cultural, theological, and leadership blind spots keep the church stuckThe biblical and theological roots of emotionally healthy spiritualityWhat emotionally healthy leadership looks like in real-life ministryHow redefining success can transform churches and communitiesPete challenges leaders to slow down, go beneath the surface, and embrace emotional health as God's pathway to deeper transformation—personally, relationally, and globally.If you long to see a healthier, more Christlike church—and know it must start with you—this episode will reframe how you think about discipleship, leadership, and success.Listen now and take your next step toward building emotionally healthy leaders and churches around the world.▶️ Learn more about Emotionally Healthy Discipleship and spiritual maturity http://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/matureThe SEHL is a 16-week online course for leaders who want to deepen their life with Jesus while gaining practical tools to disciple others. Designed to help foster a healthy, sustainable ministry culture, the course includes teaching, guided practices, and small-group conversations, and live Zoom sessions with the EHD team. Apply by February 15 https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/leadershipschool/

Join Pastor Chuck Maher as he lays a Biblical foundation on how the Global Church should respond to controversy, sin, and repentance within the body of believers.

Baylor's George W. Truett Theological Seminary lives out every part of the Baylor motto "Pro Ecclesia, Pro Texana, Pro Mundo" as it equips those who will serve the Church for service and leadership. Todd Still, the Dean of Truett Seminary, describes how the seminary advances into its fourth decade of service, embodying "deep roots and green shoots" in foundation-centered innovation.

On today's program, Kingdom of God Global Church—the church founded and led by self-proclaimed apostle David E. Taylor—is asking the U.S. government to return assets it seized in its investigation against its embattled pastor. We'll have details. And, as more pastors are facing criminal charges for not reporting abuse, MinistryWatch took a deep dive into mandatory reporting laws—what are they, how have they evolved, and what do church leaders need to know. Plus, our annual list of highly paid ministry executives. But first, Philip Yancey, a beloved evangelical author and speaker, is withdrawing from public ministry after confessing a long-term affair.  To read all the stories in today's podcast, go to www.MinistryWatch.com  Click here to read “Are We Paying Our Ministry Leaders Too Much?” The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Bob Smietana, Kim Roberts, Jessica Eturralde, Yonat Shimron, Tony Mator, Steve Rabey—and you, Warren. A special thanks to Baptist News Global for contributing material for this week's podcast. Until next time, may God bless you.

Emma Kate sits down with Scott McManigle and Ray Matthews to reflect on Global Church Week. Together, they share what the week looked like, what they learned, and how they saw the greatness and grace of God on display through His redemptive work around the world. 

In this episode of Perspectives with Joseph Mattera, we bring you behind the scenes of a high-level apostolic roundtable—featuring voices from across nations and movements—to discuss the urgent state of the global Church.   From persecution in the East to post-Christianity in the West… From explosive revival in the Global South to moral drift in the North… The body of Christ is being stretched, shaken, and refined in this hour.   Dr. Mattera unpacks key insights from this international gathering, including:   Why the future of missions is rooted in the marketplace The Church's response to secularism, AI, and the crisis of identity How historic Pentecostal movements are shifting toward kingdom reform The urgent call for spiritual fathers, apostolic alignment, and city-reaching strategy Why global collaboration is no longer optional—it's essential     This is more than commentary. It's a call to discern the times and lead with courage. Because the Church is not merely reacting to culture—it's being called to shape the future.

In this episode of Perspectives with Joseph Mattera, we revisit one of the most defining moments in modern church history: the Azusa Street Revival. What began in a small Los Angeles house church in 1906 became a global movement that shook denominational boundaries, challenged racial and social barriers, and reignited the fire of Pentecost in the modern era.   Dr. Mattera unpacks the supernatural power, deep repentance, and cultural implications that flowed from Azusa, and explores why its legacy still impacts the church today. From spontaneous healings to multiracial unity in worship, the Azusa Revival wasn't just an emotional experience—it was a theological earthquake that redefined missions, ecclesiology, and the baptism of the Holy Spirit.   You'll also hear why the DNA of Azusa is urgently needed again in our fractured, post-Christian culture—and what it will take to spark another authentic move of God in our generation.  

What if millions of believers around the world shared the hope of Jesus at the same moment, in every culture and language? OneVoice27 invites every Adventist member and congregation to unite in September 2027 for what could become the largest synchronized evangelistic movement in two thousand years-are you in?

Today on At Risk Radio, hosts Mark Stafford and David Witt sit down with SOM India Director Pastor Singh to deliver an inspiring update on the Persecuted Church in India. Hear firsthand accounts of the challenges posed by anti-conversion laws, stories of courageous faith from those imprisoned for sharing the Gospel, and the incredible revival sparked within local church networks. Pastor Singh shares how prayer and spiritual warfare—not political uprising—are fueling growth in India's underground Christian movement, including the remarkable transformation seen among sewing discipleship ladies and bold church planters. Plus, discover how you can join believers worldwide for the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church (IDOP) and access free resources to stand with those at risk. If you're listening after the IDOP, any day is a great day to pray! Tune in for hope-filled stories, practical ways to pray, and a vibrant look at Global Church leadership under pressure.   Learn more about SOM India: https://spiritofmartyrdom.com/india/ IDOP resources: https://spiritofmartyrdom.com/idop-2/  

How can we  address the problem of violence against the poor? International Justice Mission exists to answer this question with protecting and rescuing victims, bringing criminals to justice, restoring survivors to safety and strength, and helping local law enforcement build a safe future that lasts. In this episode, International Justice Mission's founder and CEO, Gary Haugen, joins Mark Labberton to reflect on almost three decades of IJM's fight against violence and slavery worldwide—and the spiritual formation that sustains it. Haugen shares the origins of IJM in response to systemic violence against the poor, the evolution from individual rescues to transforming justice systems, and the remarkable rise of survivor leaders transforming their own nations. Together they reflect on courage, joy, and faith amid immense risk—bearing witness to God's power to bring justice and healing through ordinary people. Episode Highlights “Protecting the poor from violence is God's weight, but it's our work, and we're gonna seek to do it Jesus's way.” ”In this era, I just think what the world is aching to see is the followers of Jesus who have a incandescent freedom from fear and a life-giving joy.” “Most of this violence will go away if government does just even a decent job of enforcing the law.” “Our first commitment is to help each other become more like Jesus—and from that strength, to do justice.” “The greatest miracle of IJM is not only the results—it's the freedom from fear and the joy with which they've done it.” “God saw them in their darkness, and they now testify to the goodness of an almighty God who loved them.” Helpful Links and Resources International Justice Mission – https://www.ijm.org Gary Haugen, The Locust Effect: Why the End of Poverty Requires the End of Violence – https://www.amazon.com/Locust-Effect-Poverty-Requires-Violence/dp/0199937877 Gary Haugen, Just Courage: God's Great Expedition for the Restless Christian – https://www.amazon.com/Just-Courage-Expedition-Restless-Christian-ebook/dp/B001PSEQR4 Riverside Church Sermon by Martin Luther King Jr., “Beyond Vietnam” — https://kinginstitute.stanford.edu/encyclopedia/beyond-vietnam William Lloyd Garrison biography – https://www.britannica.com/biography/William-Lloyd-Garrison Rwanda Genocide Investigation (UN Historical Overview) – https://www.un.org/en/preventgenocide/rwanda About Gary Haugen Gary Haugen is the founder and CEO of International Justice Mission (IJM), the world's largest international anti-slavery organization. Before founding IJM in 1997, he served as the Director of the United Nations' investigation into the Rwandan genocide and previously worked at the U.S. Department of Justice, focusing on police misconduct. A graduate of Harvard University and the University of Chicago Law School, Haugen has dedicated his life to ending violence against the poor and mobilizing the global church for justice. Show Notes The founding of IJM in 1997 as a Christian response to violence against the poor Gary Haugen's formative experience directing the UN's genocide investigation in Rwanda Realization that hunger and disease were being addressed—but violence was not Early cases in the Philippines, South Asia, and Peru exposing police-run brothels and child slavery IJM 1.0: rescuing individuals from slavery and abuse, case by case IJM 2.0: strengthening local justice systems to prevent violence before it happens Martin Luther King Jr.'s “Jericho Road” as a model for systemic transformation Formation of small multidisciplinary teams—lawyers, investigators, social workers IJM's evolution from rescue operations to building sustainable justice infrastructure Twenty-year celebration: Liberate conference and the global IJM staff retreat IJM's culture of spiritual formation: daily solitude, prayer, and community rhythms A Christian order of justice rooted in prayer, silence, and shared joy Spiritual formation as the foundation for sustainable justice work Experiments in Cambodia, the Philippines, and South Asia reducing violence by up to 85% Replication of IJM's model across 46 regions to protect 500 million vulnerable people Goal by 2030: one million freed from slavery, 300 million living under protection Empowering survivor leaders: from victims to advocates and elected officials Stories of transformation like Pama in South Asia leading the Release Bonded Laborers Association The Kenyan case of Willie Kimani—murdered IJM lawyer whose legacy reformed police accountability IJM's resilience: pursuing justice for six years until conviction of perpetrators Theological grounding: justice as God's work, pursued in Jesus's way Haugen on resilience: “It's a marathon, not a sprint” Joy and freedom from fear as hallmarks of IJM's culture How IJM balances global crisis fatigue with focused mission clarity Future challenges: technology-driven oppression—live-stream child abuse and forced scamming Global body of Christ as the essential network for courage and joy Sustainability and local leadership as the future of global justice movements Spiritual communities as the seedbed for future justice leaders Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.  

Relationships in God's Design

Relationships in God's Design

Rev. Andrew Dickinson preaches on Acts 11:19-30, as we remember and celebrate the Global Church. God moves powerfully through His church in three specific ways: when the Gospel is preached without boundaries, when spiritual gifts are exercised, and when love is practiced genuinely. In Acts 11:19-30, we see this demonstrated as the early church expanded beyond Jerusalem to Antioch, where the Gospel first reached Gentiles. The church flourished as believers like Barnabas and Paul used their gifts to strengthen the new community. This growth culminated in practical love as the Antioch believers sent relief to fellow Christians in Judea during a famine. Today, we're called to participate in God's kingdom work by sharing the Gospel, using our unique gifts, and demonstrating authentic love both locally and globally.

This week Emma Kate and Mark Francis dive into Global Church Week — a powerful week-long event where pastors and ministry leaders from around the world gather to share stories, encourage one another, and celebrate what God is doing across nations. Mark and Emma Kate highlight all of the events of the week, who will be attending, and the value of having our Global Church Partners in town! For a schedule of events click the link below!  https://fbcva.org/gcw This will be our last podcast until November. When we return in November, we will have stories from Global Church Week and hear from our visitors as well!

Rick Warren returns to the podcast to explain what 99% of churches don't do. He discusses the extraordinary rise of the global church and how it's outpacing population growth, and he outlines the call from Jesus every American church needs to hear.

Dr. James Spencer welcomes Ryan Skoog—author of Lead with Prayer and president of Venture—for a wide-ranging conversation on prayer, discipleship, and the explosive growth of the global church. Ryan shares powerful stories from persecuted and unreached regions where God’s kingdom is breaking out through church-planting movements, miraculous healings, and courageous local believers. Together, James and Ryan explore why persecution forges unity, how oral cultures disciple through obedience and memorization, and what Western Christians can learn from the prayer lives of global leaders. Ryan also unpacks insights from interviewing over 100 leaders worldwide, showing how prayer is not an afterthought but the engine of fruitful leadership. Learn how friendship with Jesus, crafting a day with God, and investing in prayer can transform your life and ministry. For Lead with Prayer resources visit https://www.leadwithprayer.com. Purchase Lead with Prayer on amazon.com. Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel!

The global church is being mobilized to reach the unreached like never before in history! God is using the global reality of immigration to spread His Kingdom; God is calling out workers from Latin America, China, and Africa to reach the unreached; and we missionaries must not miss out on what God is around the world! Listen in as we learn about mobilizing cross-cultural coworkers from Alex and Jess, coworkers in Portugal. 

For Christians in the West, the concept of “tribe”might be an alien concept. For much of the world, however, the tribe is a normal part of everyday life. The tribe is the community of shared values and history, where jobs and insurance are provided, and where members are protected. The Bible also speaks of tribes and the importance of reaching them with the Gospel.  But what about the Global Church? Could it be considered the Tribe of Christ? If so, how would that play out? What responsibilities would we have for one another? How would our own lives be different if we realized our extended families were actually tribes that needed to know Christ?To talk through this important yet largely untouched topic, Charles McAllister joins this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast. Charles has served for many years as a Christian missionary in Jordan, where he had a front row seat to Arab tribal life. He recognized that many of thefeatures of tribal life mirrored ways Christians are called to live in community. Hospitality, history and identity were all hallmarks of the tribe. His insights are significant for Christian missions, as well as how we live out our lives in a hostile world.  If you find this episode helpful, please give us a positive rating and review wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Also share this episode with a friend so they too can be blessed by these insights.To learn more about the resources mentioned in this episode, see the following.The Tribe of Christ (Website): Contains Charles' dissertation on the Tribe of Christ.Progressing Together (Website): Evangelism anddiscipleship tools for sharing the Gospel, biblical principles and life in the Tribe of Christ.Christian Emergency Alliance (Website)Christian Emergency Alliance (Twitter / X):@ChristianEmerg1Christian Emergency Alliance (Facebook):@ChristianEmergencyThe Christian Emergency Podcast is a production of the Christian Emergency Alliance.Soli Deo Gloria

In this episode of The Grove Podcast, Shelley Giglio is joined by friend of the Grove, Christine Caine for a truth-packed conversation about spiritual maturity, living in intentional community and what it really means to say “yes” to Jesus—again and again.We talk about choosing spiritual depth over performance, prioritizing God's purposes over our personal preferences, and building friendships that reflect His heart—even when it feels hard or inconvenient in the season we're in. Christine also shares powerful stories of what Jesus is doing in churches across the globe and how hearts are awakening to the real Jesus— hungry for hope and truth.Whether you're learning to stay rooted in hard seasons or wondering how to finish strong, this episode will stir you toward transformational and intentional, abundant living. The Grove is an extension of all God is doing through Passion City Church to serve and disciple women everywhere. For more encouragement, follow us on Instagram @pcc_thegrove or visit thegroveonline.com.

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Christians are under attack around the world; plus, there are only two bad options for mayor of New York, but one of them is WAY worse.