From the Forefront
From the Forefront, interviews with those on the front lines of Christian missions and ministry. Learn about leadership, life lessons, and more with the monthly, long form podcast brought to you by the creators of the Leadership Moment Podcast, FXMissions.
Episodes
Have you ever found yourself in a position to say, “Yes” to God without knowing the outcome?
That’s certainly happened to Hunter McNeel, and God has done some pretty amazing things. Listen to find out what God can do when you’re willing to step out, and catch the vision for how God has used someone like Hunter to make meaningful connections that could save both lives and souls.
You’ll be encouraged and inspired.
Has the American Church become an enterprise?
In this eye-opening episode, Scott Schalchlin and I explore the tension that exists between excellence for the sake of the Gospel and excellence for performance sake.
We discuss how some churches are becoming more like marketing presentations and shows, rather than being focused on helping hurting people. This is a must-listen for anyone who wants to better understand the state of the Chu...
Are you looking for a new perspective on missions?
Ryan Shaw, missionary to Thailand, Church mobilization leader, and author of the book, Rethinking Global Mobilization shares his insights on what mobilizing the church means and where God is leading global missions.
You won't want to miss this episode! It's packed with information and encouragement that will help you on your own missional journey. Listen today!
We often model our lives after those closest to us, whether we realize it or not. This can have a huge impact on who we become, and that's why it's so important to spend the time to be close to God.
LIsten as Yvonne Rempel invites us to consider how we can choose to imprint on God. This powerful conversation will challenge you in ways you didn't expect.
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Jason Harris' life was out of control after years of abuse. He turned to drugs and believed death was his only way out. But God wasn't done.
God put him on a path destined for abundant life that involved missions work in Haiti that literally transformed his life. Now he looks to walk alongside others who are recovering, and influence them beyond a recovery program.
Listen to hear Jason's story of redemption and be inspired by what Go...
Does this describe you?
You're tired of all the bad news in the world. It's hard to keep up with everything that's happening, and it feels like things are only getting worse.
Listen to this conversation with Larry Taylor to hear about all the amazing things God is doing around the world. There is a worldwide revival stirring, and it's time for us to say "yes" again to what God is doing.
Not only will you feel encouraged by all that G...
Healing often comes through brokenness and yields impact where perfection never could. But that doesn't mean we go looking for pain, and we often don't see its value in the middle of the struggle.
However, as Brian Morykon shares, God can use your wounds to help bring others to Him that they may also be comforted and healed.
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Jason Harris knows all about hitting rock bottom. After years of struggling with childhood trauma and multiple forms of abuse, his life was completely out of control by the time he was 11 years old. Meds and counseling didn't help, and even being admitted to a psychiatric ward did nothing to change his situation.
But then, God intervened.
Listen as Jason shares how, even when he wasn't seeking it, the redeeming power of Jesus Christ...
Women are frequently held back a result of their gender, especially in the area of leadership.
Dr. Nicole Davis sheds light on how women are being marginalized regarding leadership within the church. You will be reminded about how leadership begins with you personally and discover why the discussion about men vs. women is wrong.
Listen to discover powerful truths about leadership and how we can all become better leaders.
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Do you believe that God's love and power can overcome local cultures? Do you believe He can establish His Kingdom, even in hard places?
Larry Taylor has seen God do just that.
As he shares his story, you'll hear how obedience and relationship got him from Texas to the middle of the Pacific, to Australia, and to Thailand - and how God's grace, love, and prophetic ministry captured the hearts of Thai people. Even Buddhist monks.
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Finding Lost Sons and Daughters in War Torn Regions with Brad and Kim Campbell of Gather1 - FT4F0061
War torn regions are some of the most extreme areas in the world.
Brad and Kim Campbell, founders of Gather1, share how they were called by God to gather orphans and street children in these war torn regions. The Holy Spirit calls them to go through trials as they serve people affected by conflict.
Listen to hear an inspiring story about two people who have been called by God on a mission from day one!
The path we walk with Christ may not always seem clear. Listen as Zack and Sarah Loving share how God has walked with and guided them to discover some ways God might move in YOUR life.
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Following Jesus doesn't always lead us in a linear path. In fact, it the path almost always has ...
Do all ministries have to LOOK like ministries?
With El Búho Café in Hidalgo, Nuevo León, we know that the answer is "no." Listen as Jan Waldron shares how this little coffee shop at the base of Potrero Chico is more than just a coffee shop and how God has shown himself faithful in so many ways over the years.
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From Depression to Purpose through Identity, Calling & Assignment with Susan Cooper Creel - FT4F0058
It's so easy for us to get our identities intertwined with what we do, but God has more for us. Listen as Susan Cooper Creel shares how she was "fired by God," how God led her through a powerful transformation.
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It's easy to lose sight of what you're doing when you're in the midst of change.
Susan Cooper Creel lost her identity, calling and assi...
In the World Trade Center, Guy and Vicky Yasika saw God’s faithfulness and goodness. Hear how He helped them in a variety of ways over the years, even after they returned from Ground Zero.
Being a survivor of 9/11 is not an easy thing to live with.
Guy and Vicky Yasika share about their experiences on September 11th, 2001 in the World Trade Center. They talk about how ...
Terance and AuDera Clark join us to talk about AuDera March 20 visitation from the Lord - an encounter with an angel, and what was revealed for her, as well as the rest of us.
A God Encounter Reveals the Key to Spiritual Strength - FT4F0056
Have you ever wanted to hear a word from the Lord?
That's exactly what happened to AuDera Clark in March of 2020. She was awoken in the early morning...
We often hear about sending missionaries to foreign countries. And we hear about evangelism efforts in the cities. But what about remote villages in Alaska.
Listen as DJ and Robin Angaiak share how God began to prepare them, called them and provided for them and their entire family to take a months-long trip down the Yukon river in Alaska.
It's an incredible story of God's faithfulness and growth.
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If you were to have met them years ago, DJ and Robin Angaiak wound not have been at the top of your list for missionaries. In fact, they were an unlikely couple in so many ways.
Neither had much, if any, relationship with God. Their relationship with each other was unhealthy. There was so much hopelessness and pain.
However, God has an incredible way of not only returning what's been stolen from us, but also in turning it around fo...
Before leaving for Uganda, Will Shehee felt like he and his family had a word from God - that God would protect them. In some ways, that made him feel invincible.
But as he and Etta share in their second episode together with Scott they were far from invincible.
Still, God showed His incredible faithfulness and used incredible tragedy to strengthen their faith and to reveal a much deeper truth.
As you listen, you’ll learn:- W...
Francesco Abortivi rejoins the podcast for this discussion with Scott about conspiracy theory, related to a featured article FXMissions Blog that Francesco authored. Conspiracies can ruin your life, as the Bible is clear.
Take your medicine, and push back as needed, but don't fail to ready your mind to resist the seduction of conspiracies. This will help you.
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