Is there a doctrine that’s been forgotten by the contemporary church? In this exclusive interview from Missionary, Alex and Scott sit down with Jonathan Master, President of Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary, as he talks about how the church has ignored or redefined a crucial theological concept that plays an important role in how we viewContinue reading “The Forgotten Doctrine With Jonathan Master | Missionary 2024”
Episode Archives
The State of Christianity in Africa With Conrad Mbewe | Missionary 2024
What language groups still need the Bible in Africa? In this exclusive interview from Missionary, Alex and Scott talk with Conrad Mbewe, author, pastor, and theologian as he talks about the history of William Tyndale, and the current need of Bible translators and theological educators. Did you miss Missionary Conference? Get access to all ofContinue reading “The State of Christianity in Africa With Conrad Mbewe | Missionary 2024”
The Job of Pastors and What Lausanne Does Well
In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott interview Paul Davis, President of ABWE, about his recent experience attending the Lausanne Conference and the good and bad things he saw from it.
Why Have the Missionary Conference? Brooks Buser | Missionary 2024
What’s unique about Missionary? Is it just another conference? In this exclusive interview from Missionary, Alex and Scott interview Brooks Buser, President of Radius International and founder of Missionary as he talks about the need in today’s world to inspire new pioneers like William Tyndale who will bring the Word of God to new languagesContinue reading “Why Have the Missionary Conference? Brooks Buser | Missionary 2024”
How to Reach Tribal People With Steve Sanford
How do you reach a people group with no written language or Bible translation? In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Scott Dunford sits down with Steve Sanford, CEO of Ethnos360, as he talks about his experience reaching a tribal group and the unique complexities and methodologies needed to go where the gospel hasn’tContinue reading “How to Reach Tribal People With Steve Sanford”
The Supernatural Act of Raising Up New Believers to Leaders
This week’s episode of The Missions Podcast features Ethnos360 CEO, Steve Sanford, as he talks about his personal experience reaching unreached people groups and church planting methodologies.
Reliance on God and the Importance of Faithful Men in Missions With Paul Washer at Missionary
What kind of men do we need going to the mission field? In this exclusive interview from Missionary Conference, Alex and Scott sit down with Paul Washer as he discusses the role that ABWE missionaries had on this life, the type of men that should be going to the mission field, and crucial words thatContinue reading “Reliance on God and the Importance of Faithful Men in Missions With Paul Washer at Missionary”
Don’t Rely on Intelligence. Rely on God Through Prayer | Paul Washer
This week on The Missions Podcast, we have an exclusive interview with Paul Washer from Missionary Conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Join Alex and Scott for this incredibly insightful and challenging discussion. Want access to all of the interviews from Missionary? Join our Premium Subscribers and get instant access as well as many other benefits. UseContinue reading “Don’t Rely on Intelligence. Rely on God Through Prayer | Paul Washer”
Is Israel Still Important to Missions? With Stephen Atkinson and Gregg Kite
What is the church’s obligation to the Jewish people? In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex sits down with Stephen Atkinson and Gregg Kite from Christian Witness to Israel (CWI) as they discuss the cultural, theological, and political misunderstandings that are present in the American church today as it relates to evangelizing theContinue reading “Is Israel Still Important to Missions? With Stephen Atkinson and Gregg Kite”
What The Gentile Church Owes to the Jews
In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex Kocman sits down with Stephen Atkinson and Gregg Kite from Christian Witness to Israel to discuss the cultural, theological, and political challenges of evangelizing modern-day Jews.
Prayer Habits From Top Ministry Leaders With Peter Greer
Are you satisfied with your prayer life? In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott sit down with returning guest Peter Greer to talk about prayer. They discuss the importance of prayer, why it is so hard but vital to prioritize in ministry, and prayer lessons from some of the top ministryContinue reading “Prayer Habits From Top Ministry Leaders With Peter Greer”
Are you Relying on Your Own Competence Rather Than God?
Have you neglected prayer so much that you are relying on your own competence in ministry rather than on the Holy Spirit? Peter Greer joins The Missions Podcast this week.
Urban Elites and the Unreached in South Asia
Where do you start ministry amid overwhelming darkness? In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott are joined by a Live Global ministry partner working in South Asia. This partner details the many ways that his for-profit and non-profit businesses are engaging people from the richest and highest in society to theContinue reading “Urban Elites and the Unreached in South Asia”
Reaching University Students To Reach The Poor in South Asia
In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott are joined by Paul, a Live Global ministry partner working in South Asia. Paul details the various aspects of his ministry that extends from the urban elites to the poor and unreached.
Worship Practices and Liturgies with Zac Hicks
Does your church worship bring people together or divide them? This week on The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott talk with author and pastor Zac Hicks. In an age where worship through music is so critical and critiqued by Christians and non-Christians alike, what should our worship services look like? How do church leaders balanceContinue reading “Worship Practices and Liturgies with Zac Hicks”
Worship is an Encounter With the Living God
Our churches today are full of worship, but do we have a correct theology of worship? Worship is an encounter with God and should engage us as a whole person. Pastor and worship leader Zac Hicks joins The Missions Podcast this week.
The State of the Pro-Life Movement with Sarah Tarnowski with Love Life
Is the Pro-Life Movement a losing battle for the church? In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott sit down with Sarah Tarnowski from Love Life. Together they discuss the origins of Love Life, why their model is centered and anchored on the local church, and how ordinary people can help theContinue reading “The State of the Pro-Life Movement with Sarah Tarnowski with Love Life”
You Can’t End Abortion Singlehandedly
The nationwide crisis of abortion is too big for a single person or church to handle. However, if we reframe the issue to be about the person, we can find wins in our own communities. Sarah Tarnowski from Love Life joins The Missions Podcast this week.
Refugees Reaching Muslims in the United States: Discussing the Afghan Initiative
Are Afghans open to the gospel? This week on The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott sit down with David, a Live Global missionary working with Afghan refugees in the United States who are ministering to their own people. Together they discuss some of the historical, cultural, and religious conflicts of modern day Afghanistan, how AfghanContinue reading “Refugees Reaching Muslims in the United States: Discussing the Afghan Initiative”
Becoming Family With Those You Are Ministering To
Through joys and trials of ministry, it’s a beautiful thing to become family with those you are ministering to and alongside of. Join Alex and Scott as talk about the Afghan Initiative with Live Global missionary David.
The Power of Godās Word in Todayās World With Dirk Smith
God’s Word is changing education in Eastern Europe, can it do that in the United States too?
A Single Bible Can Change Someone’s Life
When a Bibles are handed out, you never know what change can happen in a person’s life. This week on The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott talk with Dirk Smith from EEM.
Lessons From the Persecuted Church With Ryan Brown
If you’re honest, do you approach your faith like it is all you have? In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Scott Dunford sits down with Ryan Brown, CEO of Open Doors US. Together they discuss the growing persecution of Christians in the United States but also valuable takeaways from brothers and sisters aroundContinue reading “Lessons From the Persecuted Church With Ryan Brown”
The Danger of Being Discipled by Our Culture
If we aren’t careful, we can be discipled by our culture and look at our faith from a consumerism mindset. We can learn a lot from our brothers and sisters in hard places. Join Scott Dunford and Open Doors CEO Ryan Brown this week on the podcast.
The Truth About the Crusades and āRadicalā Islam With Raymond Ibrahim
Have you been taught lies about the Crusades? In this week’s episode, Alex and Scott sit down with Raymond Ibrahim, an ancient history scholar, author, translator, and journalist, to uncover the truth about why the Crusades happened, the dangers of the false narrative that has been taught for decades, and why Islam is inherently aContinue reading “The Truth About the Crusades and āRadicalā Islam With Raymond Ibrahim”
Why Islam Isn’t Neutral
On this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott sit down with Raymond Ibrahim, an ancient history scholar, author, and speaker as he talks about how the narrative around the crusades and Islam has been corrupted over time.
Andrew Fuller and Combating Hyper-Calvinism With Jared Longshore
How much do you know of the grandfather of the modern missions movement? In this week’s episode, Alex sits down with return guest and friend Jared Longshore as they dive into the life of Andrew Fuller. They explore the background of this titan of missions, how his non-conformist theology was radical for the day andContinue reading “Andrew Fuller and Combating Hyper-Calvinism With Jared Longshore”
Hyper-Calvinism and Pastor Andrew Fuller
This week on The Missions Podcast, Alex sits down with Jared Longshore as they delve into who Andrew Fuller was and some of the theological challenges he faced.
Send Well or Not at All With Mike G.
How high are your church’s standards for sending a missionary? This week Alex sits down with Mike G., a pastor and former missionary on what it takes to be qualified for the missionary task. They’ll explore topics relating to language acquisition, the training pipeline of regular church leaders, and how churches have to be atContinue reading “Send Well or Not at All With Mike G.”
Big Announcement!
Cloud of Witnesses season 2 launches today! Go to cloudofwitnessespodcast.com. Or, in Apple Podcasts, visit here. On Spotify, click here.
What The Global South Needs From Missionaries
This week Alex sits down with Mike G., a former missionary to unreached people and pastor in Fayetteville, Arkansas as they discuss the pitfalls of sending poorly equipped missionaries to the field.
A New Apologetic to Muslims with Matt Bennett
Effective evangelism to Muslims requires a new apologetic. Matt Bennett joins The Missions Podcast this week.
Christians Provide a Hopeful Alternative to Islam
In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, we dig into the podcast archives for an insightful conversation with Matthew Bennett about Islam and how to engage Muslims and other religious texts.
The Persecuted Church in Iran with Lana Silk
How can the Iranian church survive amid intense persecution? Lana Silk from Transform Iran explains how Christianity is still growing in Iran.
It Costs Iranians Something to Follow Christ
This week’s episode features Lana Silk, CEO of Transform Iran, as she talks about the current spiritual climate in Iran and how the Iranian church is growing despite intense persecution.
The Simplicity of God | Classical Theology with Jeriah Shank
Are we over-complicating God in our theology? In this week’s episode, Alex sits down with Jeriah Shank, a pastor, theologian, and author as they discuss divine simplicity. They’ll explore how a simple God satisfies the ontological argument for God, supports the missional effort, and ultimately enhances God’s glory and majesty. Jeriah Shank recently received hisContinue reading “The Simplicity of God | Classical Theology with Jeriah Shank”
All That Is in God Is God
In this week’s episode, Alex sits down with Jeriah Shank, a pastor, author, and theologian as they discuss divine simplicity and how that satisfies the ontological argument for God.
Moldova and the Pursuit of Proper Doctrine With Mihai Chisari
What is happening with the church in Moldova? In this week’s episode, Alex and Scott sit down with Mihai Chisari, a pastor and Live Global National Partner, as they discuss the challenges of evangelism and discipleship in one of the poorest countries in Europe. They’ll discuss several factors that make ministry hard in this 96%Continue reading “Moldova and the Pursuit of Proper Doctrine With Mihai Chisari”
Encouraging the Church in Moldova to be Faithful
In this week’s episode, Alex and Scott sit down with Mihai Chisari, a pastor, church planter, and Live Global National Partner as they talk about the challenges facing the Moldovan church.
Depth and Breadth – The State of Christianity in Brazil with Diego Dy Carlos
Because of the rapid spread of Christianity and large percentage of Protestant believers in Brazil, it is often seen as a success story in missions, but at what cost did that happen? Scott Dunford interviews Diego Dy Carlos, a theological scholar, lecturer, and Live Global national partner on the pros and cons of the ChristianContinue reading “Depth and Breadth – The State of Christianity in Brazil with Diego Dy Carlos”
The Church in Brazil Needs More Writers and Thinkers to Thrive
In this week’s episode, Scott Dunford sits down with Diego Dy Carlos, a professor and author in Brazil to talk about the state of Christianity in Brazil and what the Brazilian church has done well and what it needs.
Godās Call to Be Radically Ordinary in Our Faith With Michael Horton
Is being radical the point of Christianity? In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, we dig into the archives for a conversation with Dr. Michael Horton as he talks about his book, “Ordinary: Sustainable Faith in a Radical, Restless World”. Together they talk about how the modern rhetoric and mindset of needing to beContinue reading “Godās Call to Be Radically Ordinary in Our Faith With Michael Horton”
Not Everyone is Supposed to be ‘Radical’
This week’s episode digs into The Mission’s Podcast archives for a conversation with Michael Horton, author of the book “Ordinary: Sustainable Faith in a Radical, Restless World”
Beheading Statues and Engaging the Public Sphere With Ben Zeisloft
What is the limit of free speech in society? What is the limit that Christians should adhere to? In this week’s episode, Alex Kocman sits down with Ben Zeisloft, the editor at The Sentinel, a Christian news outlet, to discuss the legal case of Michael Cassidy, who illegally tore down a Satanic statue at theContinue reading “Beheading Statues and Engaging the Public Sphere With Ben Zeisloft”
The Christian Origins of the First Amendment
In this week’s episode, Ben Zeisloft, editor at The Sentinel, talks about the origins of the First Amendment and how Christians are to engage the public sphere when our culture is increasingly antagonistic to the gospel.
Christian Nationalism and the Nations: David Schrock and Steve Wellum
Do you embrace or loathe the term āChristian nationalismā? In this episode Alex sits down with David Schrock and Steve Wellum to tackle this hot-button issue through a missiological lens. They explore what the role of Christianity is in contributing to the public policy of a nation, how Christians should approach politics and taking aContinue reading “Christian Nationalism and the Nations: David Schrock and Steve Wellum”
Every Nation is Religious
In this week’s episode, David Schrock and Steve Wellum, talk about Christian Nationalism and how religion shapes culture and laws of that country.
What To Know Before You Go: A Conversation with Matt Bennett and Josh Bowman
How do you know that you are ready for the mission field? This week’s episode features two return guests, Matt Bennett and Josh Bowman, of Cedarville University, who talk with Alex and Scott about essential wisdom for men looking to get into missions. Together they explore issues of where men find their identity, the typicalContinue reading “What To Know Before You Go: A Conversation with Matt Bennett and Josh Bowman”
Men Struggling With Identity During Their First Year on the Field
In this week’s episode, Matt Bennett and Josh Bowman from Cedarville University talk about their new book “Before You Go: Wisdom from Ten Men on Serving Internationally” and the struggles that men face when they get to the mission field.
The Land Down Under: Evangelism Challenges in Australia with Russ Matthews
How do we evangelize and disciple modern people in a first-world country like Australia? In this episode, Alex and Scott sit down with ABWE missionary, Russ Matthews, who not only ministers in Australia as a missionary but also uses various platforms of film criticism, creating safe spaces for open dialog, and biblical training. Together theyContinue reading “The Land Down Under: Evangelism Challenges in Australia with Russ Matthews”