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As Christians, we've been taught to share the gospel generously and exuberantly--but how do we share the gospel in a way that others can be receptive to? Our guest, Karen Bejjani, co-founder of iHope Ministries alongside her husband,  shares with us the FIVE essentials to remember when sharing Christ with an unbeliever:1. As followers of Jesus, we love everyone: in words, actions and deeds.2. You are looking for God might be wooing to Himself (looking for a person of peace). 3. Initiate prayer in Jesus' name. If they respond well to this initiative, their heart might be tender and available to the gospel.  4. Identify yourself as a follower of Jesus and briefly share what that means.  5. You'll share the Bible.The key is to practice these principals authentically in your everyday life, and to practice them with a heart posture submitted and dependent on God. Learn more about Karen and Renod's extraordinary heart for unbelievers here. SUPPORT His Heartbeat through Crown of Beauty Internationalhttps://www.crownofbeautyinternational.com/donateCONNECT with His Heartbeat and Crown of Beauty InternationalWebsite// Facebook//InstagramEmail: crownofbeautyinternational@gmail.comConnect with Sue Corl's Instagram//Facebook// WebsitePurchase Sue's Transformational Bible Studies and Devotionals on Amazon!Sue Corl's best-selling books: Crown of Beauty Bible Study, Broken But UndefeatedCrown of Beauty International: EMPOWERING WOMEN AROUND THE WORLD WITH GOD'S TRUTH!

Interview with Karen Bejjani. Karen shares her journey of faith and her experiences in the Middle East that challenged her faith taking her from being a comfortable Christian to a God-dependent believer with Jesus.

The Blue Cord Karen Bijjani There was a time in this country when we trained, equipped and sent missionaries into the far reaches of the world as witnesses for Christ. Their success was astounding. But now, we see the Islamic faith making huge inroads into the people groups of, what we refer to as, the “10-40 Window.” Now, these same nations are sending their Islamic practices into the Western nations and, as they do so, we can see the Christian Faith weakening here. In fact, they refer to us as the “Great Satan.” Does that shock you?  It shouldn't. We have let our Faith in God and in Jesus slip to the point where immorality runs rampant in this nation. This nation is the #1 promoter of pornography, drugs, etc. So much so that now, other nations look to us as needing to hear the Gospel. In that light, I want to bring you someone today who is still faithful in reaching across other cultures. Sharing her Faith with people of other Faiths. Karen Bejjani grew up in America's heartland, basically unaware of the faiths in other cultures around the world. She was a successful business woman, climbing the corporate ladder of success. Then, in 2011, she and her husband Renod, launched iHOPE Ministries.  iHOPE Ministries comes alongside the Church to inspire and empower people every day Christians to share their faith with people of other faiths. Amen! Through the efforts of iHOPE Ministries, thousands of people have become Jesus followers across the world. God is making an extraordinary impact through ordinary Christians – and doing it through iHOPE Ministries. Karen is also the author of a great book, “The Blue Cord: Connecting Your Faith with Purpose.” She also hosts a podcast by the same name and the ministry also has some training materials and courses as well. Help me welcome to the program, Karen Bejjani.  Karen, thank you for coming on the program today to share all about your ministry. I do appreciate it. The first question I always start with is this… Other than that brief information I just shared, can you tell us in your own words, “Who is Karen Bejjani?” Your husband was a Christian living in a Muslim country. Share a little bit about his upbringing and the persecution he endured. This persecution gave him a true hatred of Muslims, correct? How did his story affect you when you first heard it? From what I understand, he realized the Middle East and North Africa shifted from a Christian heritage to 99% Muslim – but that was not all. He lived in those areas and now he started seeing the trends in Western nations – just as I alluded to in the opening, correct? Your background was not in ministry. What was the impetus that the Lord used to get you started doing what you are doing now in ministry? Have you always been so outspoken and courageous about sharing your Faith? Share with us some of the teachings and outreaches that iHOPE Ministries sponsors… But, not everyone is evil. Not everyone truly understands what their faith truly represents. What should we know about people of other faiths who are living here among us that you have learned over the...

Karen grew up Christian in America's heartland unaware of people of other faiths and cultures. She pursued the American Dream and built a successful corporate career. She never thought about sharing her Christian faith, especially across cultures. Then she met and married a man who had been persecuted and tortured for his Christian faith in Islamic-ruled nations. He took her to the Middle East on a life-changing adventure. Soon after the Bejjani's founded a ministry that would go on to inspire and embolden tens of thousands of everyday believers around the world to share their faith across cultures in their everyday lives.Learn more!https://ihopeministries.org/bluecord/Be in touch!Instagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MListen on Stitcher:https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/university-place-presbyterian-church/bible-jazz?refid=stprGoogle Play:https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Izwv3a4pnmvqy54czy3tew5x5fyAnd at www.UPPC.orgMusic:"Modern Jazz" Samba by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4063-modern-jazz-sambaLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license"Honey Bee" by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100755&Search=SearchLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license"Vibing Over Venus" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Sidewalk Shade" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Karen grew up Christian in America's heartland unaware of people of other faiths and cultures. She pursued the American Dream and built a successful corporate career. She never thought about sharing her Christian faith, especially across cultures. Then she met and married a man who had been persecuted and tortured for his Christian faith in Islamic-ruled nations. He took her to the Middle East on a life-changing adventure. Soon after the Bejjani's founded a ministry that would go on to inspire and embolden tens of thousands of everyday believers around the world to share their faith across cultures in their everyday lives.Learn more!https://ihopeministries.org/bluecord/Be in touch!Instagram: @biblejazzSubscribe to Bible Jazz on Apple!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/uppc-podcast/id1450663729?mt=2Follow on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2YLbRFDsJbqGEAkMuJ1E5MListen on Stitcher:https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/university-place-presbyterian-church/bible-jazz?refid=stprGoogle Play:https://play.google.com/music/listen?u=0#/ps/Izwv3a4pnmvqy54czy3tew5x5fyAnd at www.UPPC.orgMusic:"Modern Jazz" Samba by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4063-modern-jazz-sambaLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license"Honey Bee" by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100755&Search=SearchLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license"Vibing Over Venus" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Sidewalk Shade" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

From Renod Imagine enduring intense persecution as a Christian raised in Islamic countries. That was Renod Bejjani's childhood. He spent 24 years filled with anger toward God and hatred toward Muslims. Through his redemptive journey, he made a startling discovery. He realized the Middle East and North Africa had experienced a mass shift from primarily Christian to 99% Muslim. Today a similar shift is happening in Western nations. In 2011, Renod launched iHOPE Ministries with his wife Karen, to reverse the alarming trends.  In the process, Renod found himself serving the God he once denied and extending God's transforming love to the very people he once hated. Renod's unique childhood and decades of experience with Muslims have prepared him for this time in history, for this specific task.   to be a blessing for this ministry click the link below: https://ihopeministries.org/give/  

Are you ready to be a catalyst for change in your community and beyond?Join Karen and the Blue Cord Project on a transformative journey in the first season of the Blue Cord Podcast. As we dive into this series, we ask a vital question: "How can we, as Christian women, authentically share our faith in our everyday lives?"In these episodes, we unveil the insights gained from extensive research, which unveiled a common feeling among women: a lack of confidence in sharing their faith across cultures. But here's the exciting part – the Blue Cord Project has already inspired countless women to break free from their comfort zones and boldly proclaim Jesus.Now, here's your opportunity: In the upcoming second phase of our project at the Blue Cord Women's Conference, we're taking things to the next level. We invite you to be part of this movement, leading small group studies and becoming an authentic witness for Christ.So, are you ready to make a difference? Tune in to the first season of the Blue Cord Podcast, and let's discover how together we can empower Christian women to share their faith and inspire change in our world.Key Takeaways:The Blue Cord Project aims to empower everyday Christian women to share Jesus with people from other faiths and cultures.Many Christian women feel ill-equipped to share their faith across cultures and fear offending others.The first phase of the Blue Cord Project resulted in positive changes in thinking and actions around sharing faith across cultures.The Blue Cord Group Study provides a step-by-step guide for leading a small group study on sharing Jesus.The Blue Cord Project is expanding with new videos and a coordinator guide to support leaders in the second phase.Chapters:00:01:00 Karen's personal experience of leaving her corporate career00:02:00 The research findings on Christian women's readiness to share the gospel00:03:00 The absence of Christian role models and leaders in sharing Jesus00:04:00 Comments from women about the challenges of sharing their faith00:05:00 The launch of the Blue Cord Project and its impact00:06:00 Stories of Hindu, Muslim, and Buddhist individuals accepting Christ00:07:00 Announcement of the second phase of the Blue Cord Project00:08:00 Invitation to join the Blue Cord Women's Conference and lead a study00:15:00 Conclusion and gratitude for the Blue Cord community

God speaks to us in many ways. Yet Negin never heard Him speak with her. As a young Muslim girl, growing up in refugee camps and makeshift housing, she suffered unimaginable trauma and abuse. She prayed fervently and was desperate for a word. Yet none came, leaving her feeling even more alone and conflicted. Then she had a dramatic encounter with the Living God of the Bible that changed everything. Listen to how He spoke with her and consider how He may be speaking to you too. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter

Western Christians are free to share Jesus. Yet Ruba can't freely do this. She lives in a Muslim-majority nation surrounded by political unrest, facing restrictions that Westerners can only imagine. Despite insurmountable obstacles, Ruba has found the courage to point women to Christ. If God gives Ruba the strength to be His witness among women throughout the Arab world, consider the courage and strength He can give you too. Don't miss this powerful episode.  ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about Ruba's ministry at The Arab Center for Consulting and Training Services. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter 

Life without Jesus is hard. It was surely hard for Rashida. She was born into a Muslim family in a gritty small town where drive-by shootings were common and broken families were the norm. Everything was hopeless. Then one courageous woman braved the neighborhood to share Jesus with Rashida's mother. It changed their lives forever. When you touch someone's life with the gospel, could there be generational ripples? Listen to this powerful episode to find out. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about the Crescent Project's Embassy Program that Rashida referenced.Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter 

Pastors Renod and Karen Bejjani share stories to encourage and enlighten us in the works of God to reach people around us 

This special episode features an incredible interview with Coach Robin Pou from our recent Blue Cord Conference. You have got to hear this. When you step out in faith to share your faith, you will face resistance. Whether you're hanging out on your sofa or in the harvest field, resistance will always be there. The question is what do you do when it happens? Coach Robin (featured in Chapter 11 of The Blue Cord book) reminds you that you have a choice in how to handle the situation. Share this powerful episode with friends. ---------->>>>Get The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagram

Western Christians are free to share Jesus. Yet Ruba can't freely do this. She lives in a Muslim-majority nation surrounded by political unrest, facing restrictions that Westerners can only imagine. Despite insurmountable obstacles, Ruba has found the courage to point women to Christ. If God gives Ruba the strength to be His witness among women throughout the Arab world, consider the courage and strength He can give you too. Don't miss this powerful episode.  ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about Ruba's ministry at The Arab Center for Consulting and Training Services. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter

As our world grows increasingly hostile to Christians, how do you find the moral courage to share Jesus, even across cultures? Karen wrestled with this question until she met Miriam in the Middle East. You won't believe what happened there. If you've ever wrestled with doubt or unbelief around sharing your faith, this episode will inspire you. Listen and be encouraged. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagram

After meeting Karen Bejjani, I have been blessed to interview her kind husband, Renod. He is the author of Muslims, 5 Biblical Essentials Every Christian Must Know and Do, and The Way to Paradise, a ground-breaking, gospel-centered Bible study for Muslims, tailored for their worldview. If you want to share Jesus Christ with your Muslim neighbors, listen in to the perfect way to share Christ with them authentically.

Karen founded iHOPE Ministries with her husband, Renod, to awaken the Church and share their faith and desire to share Jesus Christ with Muslims and other non-Believers. iHOPE has emboldened tens of thousands of Christians worldwide to share the hope of Jesus across cultural and religious divides. Karen grew up in America's heartland unaware of people of other faiths. She pursued the American Dream and built a successful career as a corporate executive. But God had other plans. Karen is using her corporate skills to embolden everyday Christian women to share their faith across religious boundaries. She is the host of the “Blue Cord” podcast, a catalyst for Christian women who know they “should be” sharing their faith.

Do you find it hard to share your faith with others? Our podcast today will encourage you in your faith! Our special guests today are Renod and Karen Bejjani, the founders of iHope Ministries. They founded their ministry in 2011 so that people of other faiths would come to know Jesus and make Him Known! Sharing the gospel with people of other faiths is not often a skill usually taught in the church. This is where iHope Ministries comes in! They work alongside the church to help believers develop the skill set and courage to share Jesus within their circles of influence. Ultimately, they hope believers will share alongside local mission mobilizers and overseas. Renod also shares the five essential elements to sharing the gospel! If this is an area of your life you want to work on, make sure you don't miss this podcast! Links: Subscribe to our Podcast  Learn more about A THIRD OF US Download the Great Commission Action Guide Listen on Apple Podcasts Follow us on Facebook   Become an Advocate  Learn more About iHope Ministries    

Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon!In today's episode, Becket chats with Karen Bejjani about how to evangelize Muslims and people in general. Karen shares five easy and effective steps that really work when it comes to sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. She tells us about her husband's persecution in the Middle East and how that led to both of them to become missionaries in that part of the world. Out of that experience, they developed their strategies on evangelism.The Becket Cook Show Ep. 92This Episode of The Becket Cook Show is available on YouTubeJoin the Patreon!

Life is messy, and it's easy to forget that God can take your simple words, small actions, and faithful conversations about Jesus to change someone's life for eternity. Today's guest, an Aussie Bible teacher from a Muslim background, will remind you that it's worth it to press through the discomfort because you never know what's on the other side of your “Yes.” Your faithful, small faith-sharing actions and simple conversations are worth it. Listen and be encouraged.  -------->>>Helpful Resources: Book: “The Blue Cord" by Karen Bejjani  Find it wherever books are sold online.The Blue Cord Small Group Discipleship Study. Take Your Learning DeeperJoin the iHOPE Community. Sign-up at www.iHOPEministries.org/. Get a short weekly email with more resources, upcoming events, and stories that inspire and empower you.Visit www.iHOPEministries.org for more free resources.For speaking engagements, workshops, or conferences that will help you/your church start spiritual conversations or share your faith across cultures, email info@iHOPEministries.org.Pay it forward. Give to help more Believers learn to share their biblical faith across cultures. Give online at www.iHOPEministries.org/giveFOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US: FacebookInstagramTwitter 

If your friends aren't talking about sharing their faith across cultures, and you never saw anyone do it, how would you know what to do? On the surface, it sounds daunting. Yet it doesn't need to be that way. Today's guest, a pastor and church planter among Afghan refugees, shares how a good mentor modeled God's heart for the nations, and that changed everything. Now, he's mentoring you. Listen and be encouraged in this last episode of the season. -------->>>Get your SNEAK PEEK Preview of Karen Bejjani's new book, The Blue Cord, coming out early '22. Go here to get your free preview of the first 3 chapters: https://ihopeministries.org/bluecord/ SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK HERE. HELP SHAPE FUTURE PODCASTS! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/c9hZnky/podcast Take Your Learning DeeperJoin the iHOPE Community. Text “iHOPE” to 22828 to get iHOPE's short, weekly email with more resources, upcoming events and stories that inspire and empower you.Visit www.iHOPEministries.org for more free resources.For speaking engagements, workshops, or conferences that will help you/your church start spiritual conversations or share your faith across cultures, email Karen@iHOPEministries.org.Pay it forward. Give to help more Believers learn to share their biblical faith across cultures. Give online at www.iHOPEministries.org/giveGive through your phone. Just text “iHOPE” to 41444FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US: FacebookInstagramTwitter

Rick and Dan talk with the author of The Blue Cord Karen Bejjani.Support the show: https://faithtalk590.com/ministryaudioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former missionary turned award-winning screenwriter gives you an insider's perspective on how secular media is working to deconstruct your faith. Don't let culture fuel doubt and undermine your Christian witness.  Through an Old Testament lesson, Laura emboldens you to be an authentic Christian witness in a hostile culture. Inspiring and uplifting – recorded at The Blue Cord Impact conference. ---------->>>>Get The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagram

Norma lived in a city where most Christians fled from radical extremists. Believers who remained were afraid and hunkered down. It was a hostile culture for Jesus-followers. Why did she stay? Find out in this powerful interview with “Norma” from our recent Blue Cord Conference. This episode will challenge you, strengthen your faith, and give you the moral courage to share your faith where you live. ---------->>>>Get The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagram

Could God use you to impact generations for Christ, even if you don't feel qualified? Don't miss this excerpt from our recent Blue Cord Women's Conference. You are central to God's story right now. If God can use Salma, an uneducated, secular Christian from the Middle East to bring so many to Christ, how might He use you? Listen now and be encouraged. ---------->>>Get The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramShow Less

This special episode features an incredible interview with Coach Robin Pou from our recent Blue Cord Conference. You have got to hear this. When you step out in faith to share your faith, you will face resistance. Whether you're hanging out on your sofa or in the harvest field, resistance will always be there. The question is what do you do when it happens? Coach Robin (featured in Chapter 11 of The Blue Cord book) reminds you that you have a choice in how to handle the situation. Share this powerful episode with friends. ---------->>>>Get The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagram

People all around us have become disillusioned by their Christian walk. So how can you witness to people of other faiths that their lives will be transformed when they follow Jesus? Jenn wrestled with these things. Then she met courageous Believers from hostile nations who caused her to confront her thinking. In the process, she found the boldness she had been longing for. Full of rich insight and practical application, Jenn's story will inspire and empower you today. ---------->>>>Get The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagram

If sharing Jesus doesn't come naturally, this episode will encourage you. Summer felt uncomfortable talking about her faith too. Then she noticed her Muslim friends naturally discussing with her what they believed. If they could so easily share their faith with her, why couldn't she do the same? Find out what Summer learned that may help you be more confident and courageous at sharing your faith too.---------->>>>Get The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagram 

As our world grows increasingly hostile to Christians, how do you find the moral courage to share Jesus, even across cultures? Karen wrestled with this question until she met Miriam in the Middle East. You won't believe what happened there. If you've ever wrestled with doubt or unbelief around sharing your faith, this episode will inspire you. Listen and be encouraged. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagram

When you share Jesus, you could face rejection. Don't let that discourage you. Listen as Marayama inspires and emboldens you to press on. She's well acquainted with rejection. Growing up a young shepherdess in Somalia, she never knew Jesus. When she met the Good Shepherd, He transformed her life. Then rejection came. You'll be touched by her deep spiritual insights and practical takeaways. Don't miss this episode. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter 

Stuck in a spiritual rut? Don't miss this episode. Keri shares how to step outside of the normal to live a life of meaning and purpose. If the Lord has seemed far away recently, and you've not been living up to your spiritual potential, Keri's fresh voice will invigorate your soul. Find out how to stop conforming to the world and start knowing God and making Him known. It's not as hard as you think. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter  

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Karen Bejjani, the Co-Founder of iHope Ministries, who has launched the initiative called, The Blue Cord and written the book, The Blue Cord: Connecting Your Faith with Your Purpose, at the 2022 National Religious Broadcasters Convention in Nashville, discussed the Blue Cord concept, which encourages women to be involved in cross-cultural ministry.  You can find out more at thebluecord.org.

Life without Jesus is hard. It was surely hard for Rashida. She was born into a Muslim family in a gritty small town where drive-by shootings were common and broken families were the norm. Everything was hopeless. Then one courageous woman braved the neighborhood to share Jesus with Rashida's mother. It changed their lives forever. When you touch someone's life with the gospel, could there be generational ripples? Listen to this powerful episode to find out. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about the Crescent Project's Embassy Program that Rashida referenced.Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter 

Conforming to the status quo is frustrating when you know God has called you to something greater. How do you grow courage in times like this? Seek out wise, trusted Christian friends who have walked the journey ahead of you. Todays' guest, Dr. Miriam Adenay, is just that friend. She's an author of multiple books and lectures around the world about engaging women across cultures. In this episode, she pours into you. Enjoy!  ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter

Karen Bejjani, the author of The Blue Cord, talks with Wayne Shepherd about faithfully sharing the Gospel with people of different cultures.

We can read the Bible or other Christians. One bullet-proofs us against culture, the other leaves us vulnerable to deception. As a young girl growing up in a Muslim-majority nation, Safaya never had an opportunity to read the Bible or Christians. Then she moved to a new country and “read” Christians from afar. She made assumptions about what they believed. Then, a friend gave her a Bible. Hear Safaya share how reading it transformed her and consider how it can transform you too! Part 2 of 2. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. Listen to our other podcast, iHOPE Empowers FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter

Culture impacts how we live, work, and worship, often without thinking about it. This was certainly true for Safaya. As a young girl, growing up in a Muslim-majority nation, every facet of her life was oriented around Islam. Then war forced an unplanned family move around the world and a culture she didn't understand. Confused, alone, and afraid, Safaya felt separated from God and distant from her family. She wondered, “Where is God?” You'll love hearing how she found Him. Part 1 of 2.  ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. Listen to our other podcast, iHOPE Empowers FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter 

Western Christians are free to share Jesus. Yet Ruba can't freely do this. She lives in a Muslim-majority nation surrounded by political unrest, facing restrictions that Westerners can only imagine. Despite insurmountable obstacles, Ruba has found the courage to point women to Christ. If God gives Ruba the strength to be His witness among women throughout the Arab world, consider the courage and strength He can give you too. Don't miss this powerful episode.  ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about Ruba's ministry at The Arab Center for Consulting and Training Services. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter 

God speaks to us in many ways. Yet Negin never heard Him speak with her. As a young Muslim girl, growing up in refugee camps and makeshift housing, she suffered unimaginable trauma and abuse. She prayed fervently and was desperate for a word. Yet none came, leaving her feeling even more alone and conflicted. Then she had a dramatic encounter with the Living God of the Bible that changed everything. Listen to how He spoke with her and consider how He may be speaking to you too. ---------->>>>Save the Date: Blue Cord Women's Conference April 23. Go HERE for more details and to registerGet The Blue Cord book, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more: TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries at iHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter

Have you noticed women of other faiths in the grocery store, park, or school? Debbie did and knew she should engage. Yet striking up conversations about Jesus across cultures was daunting. Then Debbie embraced discomfort and discovered it was easier and more fun to engage than she imagined. Now she is joyfully sharing Jesus with many. If Debbie can do this, you can too. She shares practical ways to begin. ---------->>>>Follow The Blue Cord, by iHOPE Ministries podcast Get The Blue Cord, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more about The Blue cord at TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries atiHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter 

We are all prone to forget who God is, who we are in Him, and what He called us to do. Our natural inclination is to pull back as if everything rested on ourselves - on our own power and our own words - rather than believing in almighty God, the author, and perfector of our faith. It was the same with the Israelites. Then God gave them a unique visual reminder to embolden them. What can this Old Testament symbol teach you today? Listen and find out how it can embolden you to share your faith today.---------->>>>Follow The Blue Cord, by iHOPE Ministries podcast Get The Blue Cord, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more about The Blue cord at TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries atiHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter 

We are all prone to forget who God is, who we are in Him, and what He called us to do. Our natural inclination is to pull back as if everything rested on ourselves - on our own power and our own words - rather than believing in almighty God, the author, and perfector of our faith. It was the same with the Israelites. Then God gave them a unique visual reminder to embolden them. What can this Old Testament symbol teach you today? Listen and find out how it can embolden you to share your faith today.---------->>>>Follow The Blue Cord, by iHOPE Ministries podcast Get The Blue Cord, by Karen Bejjani here. Learn more about The Blue cord at TheBlueCord.org. Learn more about iHOPE Ministries atiHOPEministries.org. FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US FacebookInstagramTwitter

Listen as Karen Bejjani, co-founder of iHope Ministries, talks about her journey as an American Christian from unawareness to fear of Muslims to love and shares some practical insights on ministering to Muslim women. You can learn more about her ministry at www.ihopeministries.org.

If your friends aren't talking about sharing their faith across cultures, and you never saw anyone do it, how would you know what to do? On the surface, it sounds daunting. Yet it doesn't need to be that way. Today's guest, a pastor and church planter among Afghan refugees, shares how a good mentor modeled God's heart for the nations, and that changed everything. Now, he's mentoring you. Listen and be encouraged in this last episode of the season. -------->>>Get your SNEAK PEEK Preview of Karen Bejjani's new book, The Blue Cord, coming out early '22. Go here to get your free preview of the first 3 chapters: https://ihopeministries.org/bluecord/ SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK HERE. HELP SHAPE FUTURE PODCASTS! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/c9hZnky/podcast Take Your Learning DeeperJoin the iHOPE Community. Text “iHOPE” to 22828 to get iHOPE's short, weekly email with more resources, upcoming events and stories that inspire and empower you.Visit www.iHOPEministries.org for more free resources.For speaking engagements, workshops, or conferences that will help you/your church start spiritual conversations or share your faith across cultures, email Karen@iHOPEministries.org.Pay it forward. Give to help more Believers learn to share their biblical faith across cultures. Give online at www.iHOPEministries.org/giveGive through your phone. Just text “iHOPE” to 41444FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US: FacebookInstagramTwitter

If your friends aren't talking about sharing their faith across cultures, and you never saw anyone do it, how would you know what to do? On the surface, it sounds daunting. Yet it doesn't need to be that way. Today's guest, a pastor and church planter among Afghan refugees, shares how a good mentor modeled God's heart for the nations, and that changed everything. Now, he's mentoring you. Listen and be encouraged in this last episode of the season. -------->>>Get your SNEAK PEEK Preview of Karen Bejjani's new book, The Blue Cord, coming out early '22. Go here to get your free preview of the first 3 chapters: https://ihopeministries.org/bluecord/ SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK HERE. HELP SHAPE FUTURE PODCASTS! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/c9hZnky/podcast Take Your Learning DeeperJoin the iHOPE Community. Text “iHOPE” to 22828 to get iHOPE's short, weekly email with more resources, upcoming events and stories that inspire and empower you.Visit www.iHOPEministries.org for more free resources.For speaking engagements, workshops, or conferences that will help you/your church start spiritual conversations or share your faith across cultures, email Karen@iHOPEministries.org.Pay it forward. Give to help more Believers learn to share their biblical faith across cultures. Give online at www.iHOPEministries.org/giveGive through your phone. Just text “iHOPE” to 41444FOLLOW AND ENGAGE WITH US: FacebookInstagramTwitter

Karen Bejjani along with her husband Renod are the founders of  I Hope Ministries. She is the host of two podcasts, I Hope Empowers and The Blue Chord Women's Initiative. Her words: "I'm a farm girl, turned corporate executive. On September 11, 2001, I was in a high-rise when the Twin Towers came down. Until then, I'd lived my whole life without meeting a Muslim, and I began to fear them. I was like Jonah in Ninevah. I had no desire to share the gospel with Muslims. But God confronted my fears. And I knew I needed to take action. So, I consumed countless books and seminars. Yet all the “book knowledge” left me feeling overwhelmed and intimidated. It seemed the more I learned, the more ineffective I became. My husband, Renod, began interviewing hundreds of former Muslims locally and globally to discern what drew them to Christ. He discovered several common elements among Muslims who converted to Christianity. With that insight, Renod began practicing what he'd learned with nearly 1,200 Muslims, 550 whom accepted Christ. She shares what she has witnessed in the persecuted church. Inspired, I started practicing the simple steps Renod discovered. And soon, I started sharing the gospel with Muslims myself. Now, I take other women by the hand to teach them what I've learned." They set out to change the way everyday Christians think and feel about sharing their faith with people of other faiths and cultures, and so at that time, we had a blended family, we had five sons, and I was fully entrenched in corporate America, living the American dream. Pursuing the American Dream doing all those things, checking all the good church girl boxes. Her husband was actually born and raised in the Middle East, as a Christian amongst Muslims. And so throughout his lifetime, he spent time at war with Muslims. Imagine, for those for a listener who has a son maybe imagine you have a 13-year-old son that has his machine gun fighting a war. When I was a kid, you know, we would read this verse in Matthew, called the Great Commission,  when Jesus said, Go be My witnesses amongst the nations and make disciples of many nations.  I thought that meant that you gave money to missionaries who went overseas and they're the ones who share Jesus. Not, not everyday normal people like me. But God has a way of changing things. And so he, he did a mighty work within me.  I think about the threats that we are facing in our culture here today, there are more insidious. There are threats about this whole post-Christian godless culture, threats that say to us that Christians are, naive or, or just kind of bashing a faith in a biblical worldview, in fact, 6% of Americans right now say they have a biblical worldview. So we're seeing the impact of all of that in our culture right now a godless Society of post-Christian society. And so it's easy for us to kind of slink back and conform to the world because that feels safe.  And yet, that's not what we're called to do. We're called to declare God's glory, and, and it's not that we're doing this in our own way or in our own power. We know that nothing's impossible with God There are five simple things we can do: 1. Love through our words, action, and needs. 2. Look for someone God is wooing to himself. A person of peace. 3. Look for clues  4. Identify yourself as a follower of Jesus 5. Offer to pray with them....in the name of Jesus. Contact Karen through: https://ihopeministries.org/

What are your earliest impressions about what Jesus meant by “Go be My witnesses?” How has that understanding shaped your Christian witness today?In this podcast, hosts Renod and Karen Bejjani dish up powerful stories, insightful nuggets, and fun interviews that will inspire and empower you to live as an authentic Christian witness among people of other faiths, right where you live, to the glory of God. Renod endured intense persecution as a Christian raised in Islamic-ruled nations and spent decades filled with anger at God and hatred for Muslims. So, he didn't share his faith with anyone.While Renod grew up at war with Muslims, Karen grew up in America's heartland. She thought the great commission was for missionaries, not every-day Christians. As she pursued the American dream, she didn't notice mosques and temples multiplying. And it never dawned on her to intentionally share her faith. Knowing that Renod and Karen weren't thinking about crossing religious boundaries to share Jesus, how intentional do you think they were about being His witnesses? Pretty unintentional.In their generation, the percentage of Americans who identify as Christian has slid dramatically from 93% when the Bejjanin's were kids to 65% a couple of years ago. The trends are even worse in Canada and Europe. Meanwhile, those with no religious affiliation and Islam are growing fast. If nothing changes, Muslims are trending to outnumber Christians in a few generations. So, the Bejjani's founded iHOPE ministries a decade ago to embolden every-day Christians  with the courage, confidence, and know-how to share their faith across religious boundaries. God is on the move, and people of other faiths here are hungry to know about Jesus. They are not far from God, because you are there. Learn more at iHOPEministries.org.  Subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, CPNShows.com, or wherever you listen.  

Karen Bejjani of Hope Ministries tells us that we have neighbors that come from many cultures and religions. Karen asks the question: Do I think a woman of other faiths and cultures need Jesus? Are you actively sharing your faith with other cultures? She shows that most Christians in North America are not sharing their faith. In this video Karen shares many facts about sharing your Christian faith. Karen and her husband Renod teach workshops which empower Christians to share their faith. For further information: Website: www.iHOPEministries.org #thecallwithnancysabato. #ihopeministries. #KarenRenod Watch faith stories on The call with Nancy Sabato: Website: https://thecallwithnancysabato.com YouTube channel http://www.youtube.com/c/ChristianWriterChristianWriter Nancy's newest book Pray Attention -devotional & journal check it out on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pray-Attention-Devotional-journal-prayers/dp/099780873X --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nancy-sabato/message