Episode 3: The Challenges and Triumphs of Spreading the Gospel in Afghanistan
In this episode of The iBIBLE Podcast, Steve Cleary, founder of Revelation Media, sits down with John Weaver, a missionary with YWAM Tyler.
They discuss the complex situation in Afghanistan, focusing on the harsh realities faced by local Christians and missionaries.
John shares his personal experiences living in Afghanistan including through 9/11, and the dangers of spreading the gospel under Taliban rule.
The conversation highlights the critical role of social media in evangelism and the need for more Christian content in languages like Dari and Pashto. Despite the severe persecution, the duo emphasizes the growing digital outreach, with thousands reportedly accepting Christ through these online efforts. They call for continued prayers and support to advance these missions.
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Host: Steve Cleary
Guests: John Weaver
Produced by: Joshua Burton and Aaliyah Gonzales
Edited by: Joshua Burton
Music by: Experia
Brought to you by RevelationMedia
00:00 Introduction and Unexpected Guest
00:59 John Weaver's Missionary Work in Afghanistan
03:35 Challenges and Dangers of Missionary Work
08:36 Impact of U.S. Troop Withdrawal
11:21 Current State of the Church in Afghanistan
16:45 Role of Social Media in Ministry
22:49 The Power of Social Media in Afghanistan
23:12 Testimonies of Faith and Salvation
23:25 Challenges and Opportunities in Social Media Outreach
24:49 Focus on Pashtun and Dari Languages
25:04 Historical Context and Radio Outreach
25:55 Current Christian Content Availability
26:30 Economics of Social Media Evangelism
27:03 Adapting Evangelism for Muslim Audiences
29:41 The Importance of Old Testament Stories
31:02 Future Projects and Goals
36:01 Balancing Easy and Difficult Outreach Efforts
39:01 Concluding Thoughts and Prayers
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