202: Finding Freedom and Realism for Measuring Success in Missions
In today’s conversation, we hope you find a healthy amount of freedom and realism as we approach the topic of measuring success in missions. Amy shares why it is important that before considering tangible metrics, we consider the Fruit of the Spirit in our lives. This concept has valuable implications for both the Goers and the Senders. We hope you will listen and be encouraged!
201: 3 Essential Aspects of Missionary Preparation – Encore Episode
Today’s episode focuses on the necessary stages of training and preparation of missionaries. Laney discusses the importance of preparation before serving on the mission field and describes the value that can come through three unique types of training.
200: Parenting with a Global Vision
In this conversation, we turn our attention to the youngest members of our congregation. Carissa shares ideas for parenting with a global vision and describes the impact this could have on local churches and global missions. Carissa also speaks to church leaders and missions committee members about ways they can encourage and equip parents with a global vision.
199: How to Conduct a Short-Term Mission Audit
In today’s conversation, Kathy Mort shares how churches can perform an audit of their short-term missions program. She explains the reasons such an audit could be beneficial.
198: Why is Theological Education So Important for Missionaries?
In today’s conversation, we discuss the importance of theological education for missionaries, and a variety of ways such training can be accomplished. Dennis describes what theological education is, the key elements of effective theological training, and ways to overcome potential barriers to studying theology.
197: Building Resilience for the Missionary Task
In this conversation, we hear from Dick who shares about why resilience is so important for the missionary task. He also describes where resilience comes from and how it can be built. Dick also shares how supporters of mission workers can help to encourage and foster their resilience.
196: Reframing Our Role as Outsiders in Global Missions
In this conversation, Craig explains what it means to be an Outsider and why this is a crucial role in the Great Commission. Craig shares some reasons why fewer young people are engaging in missions work and suggests that we need to reframe the way we talk about missions.
195: Honoring and Supporting Single Missionaries – Encore Episode
In today’s episode, we will uncover a biblical perspective of singleness and it’s application for missions and the church. This discussion walks us through the redemptive biblical narrative to show God’s purposes in singleness, marriage, and the church. Barry reminds us that the church is the spiritual family and suggests some ways that believers can support single missionaries.
194: Infusing All Vocations with Missional Purpose
In this episode, Larry Sharp shares about the importance of both “Professional Missionaries” and “Missional Professionals.” He explains why and how every vocation can be pursued with missional purpose. Larry offers advice and encouragement to those with any career about how they can use their position for kingdom advancement.
193: Unpacking Common Myths about Global Missions
In this episode, Steve Richardson discusses three common myths about global missions. He provides insights that give a more complete perspective on these common misconceptions about missions: Western missionaries are obsolete, missions is harmful, and missions is failing. Steve gives a realistic, wise, and encouraging picture of God’s work through global missions.
Resources: Top Picks
* resources are provided as recommendations only.
When Helping Hurts
Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert
Standards of Excellence in Short-Term Mission
Strangers Next Door
J.D. Payne
The Celtic Way of Evangelism
George G. III Hunter
Rob Magwood
Podcast Host
Rob, also known to his friends as “Mags”, was raised near Edmonton, AB. He met Kathleen Hayes during his studies at Briercrest Bible College, and they were married in 1992. God has blessed the Magwoods with three fantastic kids.
Mags and Kathleen first served together on a short-term mission team to the Philippines. In 1996 they moved to Ukraine and Russia to participate in church planting, theological education, and agency administration. Mags has served as Canadian Director of SEND International since 2004.