Podcasts about missions emphasis

In a Missions Emphasis chapel from Luke 9–10, Matt Slisher challenges us to step into Jesus' heart for reaching the lost. The message is rooted in the unchanging truth of Scripture, the faithfulness of God, and Jesus as our ultimate example. From there, the speaker walks through four simple but demanding commands from Jesus: Follow Me, Proclaim the Kingdom, Pray, and Go.Following Jesus means more than agreement—it calls for daily obedience and real discipleship. Proclaiming the kingdom isn't just for missionaries or pastors; it's the responsibility of every believer, wherever God places them. As we go, we're called to pray for more workers and to see the world through God's harvest-focused perspective. And when Jesus sends us, He does so with urgency, reminding us that obedience matters more than comfort or carefully laid-out plans.Students are encouraged to pray boldly, “Lord, send me,” stay open to both short- and long-term missions, and trust God's faithfulness. The message closes with a clear call to courageously follow Jesus into the harvest.

Missions Emphasis Month 2025Testimonies by Phil and Becca Sperling and Matthew and Melanie Woods

Missions Emphasis Month 2025Testimonies by Tyler and Sharee Sensenig

This missions-focused panel emphasizes that God has written Himself into humanity's story through Christ, and now the church is called to help others discover this truth. Using C.S. Lewis's illustration of Macbeth and Shakespeare, Pastor Tom Messer explains that we could never know God unless He revealed Himself to us—which He did through the incarnation. The sermon features testimonies from multiple missionaries, including Ed Gibson (53 years in missions), Jeff and Deanne Duvall (Ecuador), and Mackenzie Beamer (heading to Scotland), highlighting Trinity's rich missions heritage. The central message is that missions isn't optional—it's the heartbeat of the church's purpose. Every believer is called to participate through praying, giving, sending, and going. The church celebrates strategic partnerships in Togo (working toward 190,000 disciples by 2030), Guatemala, Guyana, and other nations, emphasizing that the strength of a church isn't measured by attendance but by how many people it sends out to advance the gospel.

This missions-focused panel emphasizes that God has written Himself into humanity's story through Christ, and now the church is called to help others discover this truth. Using C.S. Lewis's illustration of Macbeth and Shakespeare, Pastor Tom Messer explains that we could never know God unless He revealed Himself to us—which He did through the incarnation. The sermon features testimonies from multiple missionaries, including Ed Gibson (53 years in missions), Jeff and Deanne Duvall (Ecuador), and Mackenzie Beamer (heading to Scotland), highlighting Trinity's rich missions heritage. The central message is that missions isn't optional—it's the heartbeat of the church's purpose. Every believer is called to participate through praying, giving, sending, and going. The church celebrates strategic partnerships in Togo (working toward 190,000 disciples by 2030), Guatemala, Guyana, and other nations, emphasizing that the strength of a church isn't measured by attendance but by how many people it sends out to advance the gospel.

Missions Emphasis Month 2025Testimonies by Aaron and Katie Ficker and Jamie Jennings Marting

Missions Emphasis Month 2025Testimonies by Jenny Haver and Rebekah Martel

Missions Emphasis Month 2025Testimonies by Ben and Mercedes Plitt and Jack and Katie Harper

Pastor Henri, our keynote speaker for our 2025 Missions Emphasis, encouraged us to take courage in our faith. If Jesus has saved us, we can face fear, temptation, and inconvenience with boldness and faith.

It's all for His glory. In this message, Gary Ham reminds listeners that the ultimate purpose of God's work—from Israel's story to our own lives—is to reveal His glory to the world. Drawing from the journey of Israel, the ministry of Moses, and the words of the prophets, he highlights that humanity was created to reflect God's image—and that falling short of His glory lies at the heart of sin. True passion for life and missions flows from a desire to honor God's character, power, and perfection. The challenge is clear: live every moment for His glory, let His presence shape your worship and calling, and reflect His light faithfully in a dark world.

Living “on mission” starts now. In this session, Hannah shares how a stormy day at a food pantry became a moment of worship and purpose, reminding listeners that attitude and surrender can turn challenges into ministry. She calls students to live missionally in every context, empowered by the Holy Spirit to serve right where they are. Alex continues by drawing from Moses' call in Exodus, showing that being “sent” means staying open to God's interruptions, trusting His strength over our own, and letting weakness become a vessel for His power. Through stories of short-term missions and personal growth, he invites students to embrace God's call with humility, faith, and readiness to go—wherever He leads.

Missions begins with surrender. In this message, Jonathan and Dani Bowden share their journey of following God's call to the mission field, reminding listeners that obedience starts long before the destination. Through stories from their ministry in Niger, they emphasize the importance of spiritual readiness, patience in God's timing, and the shaping of character through service. Their testimony challenges students to listen for God's voice, submit to His authority, and embrace a life fully yielded to His purpose. They conclude with an invitation to respond—to step out in faith, pursue global missions, and surrender completely to God's call.

Pastor Doug kicked off our Missions Emphasis by talking about God's Kingdom and the role we play in it.

Teacher: Missions Emphasis Download Sermon Notes  Watch Episode Give Online: http://westgatechapel.org/give Connect With Us: http://westgatechapel.org/connect Chapters (00:00:00) - All About It(00:04:59) - Missions Focus Week(00:08:00) - Burning Like a Fire in Me(00:19:27) - Singing Oh, How Great Is the Love of God(00:27:24) - 5 Ways to Engage and Participate in Missions(00:29:00) - The Kingdom of God is moving!(00:33:30) - A look at Alliance Missions' impact(00:35:15) - Alliance Mission in Latin America 2017(00:37:31) - The Christian Alliance Bible Institute Asia(00:47:19) - Alliance Chaplains: Growing Diversity(00:49:52) - Jesus' message for us in chaos(00:50:20) - God's story in the Alliance

First service of Missions Emphasis month with Missionary Jason Mann to Macedonia preaching.

Second service of Missions Emphasis month with Missionary Jason Mann to Macedonia preaching.

True missions begin with compassion. The Bowden's challenges listeners to see the world through Christ's eyes, drawing from Matthew 9:36 and stories of missionaries who loved like Jesus. He reminds believers that for followers of Christ, this world is the worst it will ever be—but for the lost, it's the best—calling us to live with urgency and love. Through his own testimony of surrendering personal plans for God's call to Africa, Jonathan illustrates that fruitfulness comes when we, like a seed, “die” to ourselves so God's purpose can grow. Encouraging students to be like Joshua—anchored in God's presence—he warns of cultural distractions and urges full surrender. The message concludes with a challenge: measure success by obedience, pursue God's presence, and be willing to be planted wherever He sends you.

"But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work." 2 Corinthians 9:6-8

"After this I beheld, and, lo, a great multitude, which no man could number, of all nations, and kindreds, and people, and tongues, stood before the throne, and before the Lamb, clothed with white robes, and palms in their hands; And cried with a loud voice, saying, Salvation to our God which sitteth upon the throne, and unto the Lamb." Revelation 7:9-10

"For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the scripture saith, Whosoever believeth on him shall not be ashamed. For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him. For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?" Romans 10:10-14

Missions Emphasis Week 2

Missions Emphasis Week 1

2 Corinthians 11:19-33

Mal 1:6-14

John 3:22-30

Malachi 1:11

1 Peter 4:7

Matthew Powers

After these things the Lord appointed other seventy also, and sent them two and two before his face into every city and place, whither he himself would come. Therefore said he unto them, The harvest truly is great, but the labourers are few: pray ye therefore the Lord of the harvest, that he would send forth labourers into his harvest. Go your ways: behold, I send you forth as lambs among wolves. Carry neither purse, nor scrip, nor shoes: and salute no man by the way. And into whatsoever house ye enter, first say, Peace be to this house. And if the son of peace be there, your peace shall rest upon it: if not, it shall turn to you again. And in the same house remain, eating and drinking such things as they give: for the labourer is worthy of his hire. Go not from house to house. And into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you, eat such things as are set before you: And heal the sick that are therein, and say unto them, The kingdom of God is come nigh unto you. But into whatsoever city ye enter, and they receive you not, go your ways out into the streets of the same, and say Even the very dust of your city, which cleaveth on us, we do wipe off against you: notwithstanding be ye sure of this, that the kingdom of God is come nigh unto you. But I say unto you, that it shall be more tolerable in that day for Sodom, than for that city. Woe unto thee, Chorazin! woe unto thee, Bethsaida! for if the mighty works had been done in Tyre and Sidon, which have been done in you, they had a great while ago repented, sitting in sackcloth and ashes. But it shall be more tolerable for Tyre and Sidon at the judgment, than for you. And thou, Capernaum, which art exalted to heaven, shalt be thrust down to hell. He that heareth you heareth me; and he that despiseth you despiseth me; and he that despiseth me despiseth him that sent me.

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Rev. Clem Ferris emphasizes the unwavering sovereignty of God and the mission of spreading the gospel globally. He starts by reminding believers that God's authority surpasses any earthly power, citing examples like Isaiah 6, where Isaiah saw the Lord on a throne during a national crisis. This theme continues as Pastor Ferris references Acts 1, where Jesus redirects His disciples from a nationalistic focus to a global mission, stressing that true power comes from the Holy Spirit, not political or earthly sources. He urges believers to remain grounded in faith and embrace their role as Spirit-empowered witnesses. Ferris highlights the shift from relying on human or ministerial strength to trusting solely in God, sharing personal lessons where God tested his trust. He calls this generation uniquely positioned due to technological advances to fulfill the Great Commission with unprecedented reach. He concludes by challenging listeners to align their will with God's and engage in the global mission with trust and readiness, reinforcing that God's provision and power will accompany them.

Rev. Clem Ferris emphasizes that spiritual oppression transcends specific groups, rooted in the devil's overarching aim of fostering division and subjugation. Jesus' healing of the blind man symbolizes progressive spiritual sight, illustrating how believers can attain clear perception through stages of divine intervention. Rev. Ferris discusses how Jesus' ministry challenged traditional cultural and familial norms, urging followers to shift their focus from past attachments and ingrained patterns to the kingdom's transformative standards. True discipleship requires prioritizing Christ's lordship over personal and cultural ties, as seen in the biblical encounters where Jesus dissuades potential followers from clinging to past obligations and comforts. Rev. Ferris reflects on his own journey, recounting the significant sacrifices made to follow God's calling and breaking free from conventional familial expectations to fully embrace kingdom values and purpose.

In his sermon, Pastor Tom Brazell emphasizes the essence of true worship as a total, unconditional surrender to God. He recounts personal experiences, including his call to serve as a missionary in challenging environments like Kinshasa and Bukavu, illustrating the depth of commitment that true worship requires. Drawing from biblical examples—Moses' encounter with God, Samuel's readiness to listen, and Isaiah's willingness to go without conditions— Pastor Tom underscores the importance of saying “yes” to God without hesitation, regardless of uncertainties or personal ambitions. He challenges believers to present themselves as living sacrifices (Romans 12:1), willing to be used for any purpose, whether grand or mundane, trusting that God's plan is the best. This is a message that will expand your horizon!

10/20/2024 - 2 Corinthians 8:1-8 - Missions Emphasis Month: The Neglected Area by Pastor Dennis Fountain

10/13/2024 - 2 Corinthians 5:17 - Missions Emphasis Month: I Love New Things by Pastor Dennis Fountain

Pastor Doug kicked off our Missions Emphasis this year by outlining the priorities of Jesus and how Satan aims to distract us from fulfilling those priorities.

by John and Lorna Abrahamse | From the Series: Stand-alone | Scripture: John 12:28-31 | Download Audio

by John and Lorna Abrahamse | From the Series: Stand-alone – North Liberty | Scripture: John 12:28-31 Download Audio

by John and Lorna Abrahamse | From the Series: Stand-alone | Scripture: John 12:28-31 | Download Audio

With a Missions Emphasis in worship, we consider how God guides us. In this brief passage, there are four ways God leads Paul and his companions. And guidance comes to believers because God cares how we spend our lives and has a mission field for each of us.

"After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth; And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; (because that Claudius had commanded all Jews to depart from Rome:) and came unto them. And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers. And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath, and persuaded the Jews and the Greeks. And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ. And when they opposed themselves, and blasphemed, he shook his raiment, and said unto them, Your blood be upon your own heads; I am clean; from henceforth I will go unto the Gentiles. And he departed thence, and entered into a certain man's house, named Justus, one that worshipped God, whose house joined hard to the synagogue. And Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his house; and many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." Acts 18:1-8

"After these things Paul departed from Athens, and came to Corinth; And found a certain Jew named Aquila, born in Pontus, lately come from Italy, with his wife Priscilla; (because that Claudius had commanded all Jews to depart from Rome:) and came unto them. And because he was of the same craft, he abode with them, and wrought: for by their occupation they were tentmakers. And he reasoned in the synagogue every sabbath, and persuaded the Jews and the Greeks. And when Silas and Timotheus were come from Macedonia, Paul was pressed in the spirit, and testified to the Jews that Jesus was Christ. And when they opposed themselves, and blasphemed, he shook his raiment, and said unto them, Your blood be upon your own heads; I am clean; from henceforth I will go unto the Gentiles. And he departed thence, and entered into a certain man's house, named Justus, one that worshipped God, whose house joined hard to the synagogue. And Crispus, the chief ruler of the synagogue, believed on the Lord with all his house; and many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." Acts 18:1-8