The Missionary Perspective https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com Erik Johnson and Joshua Mead share their unique perspectives from serving over 16 years as church-planting missionaries. The Johnson family serves in the Dominican Republic, while the Mead family works in Senegal, West Africa. Covering a wide range of topics, Josh and Erik trust this podcast will be a blessing to anyone interested in mission work around the world. Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:41:31 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2021 All rights reserved. Religion & Spirituality 1440 episodic Missionary Life Erik Johnson and Josh Mead Erik Johnson and Josh Mead No false https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/12973896/The_Missionary_Perspective_Podcast_vzb77v.jpg The Missionary Perspective https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com 144 144 Discussing Trinity and Tawhid (Islam) Discussing Trinity and Tawhid (Islam) https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/discussing-trinity-and-tawhid-islam/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/discussing-trinity-and-tawhid-islam/#comments Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:41:31 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/6ea49d51-7806-38fc-8a57-32d5289a2cd5 The conversation explores how the Quran and the New Testament define the nature of God, specifically addressing perceived misconceptions and theological overlaps.

The Quranic Perception of the Trinity

  • The "Family Unit" Critique: The speakers discuss Surah Al-Ma'idah (Verse 116), where Allah asks Jesus if he commanded people to worship him and his mother, Mary, as gods.

  • Christian Clarification: Josh notes that the Christian doctrine of the Trinity does not include Mary as a member of the Godhead, suggesting the Quranic polemic may be addressing a specific heresy or a "family unit" concept rather than orthodox Trinitarianism.

  • The Deity of Christ: The second speaker quotes Surah Al-Ma'idah (Verse 72), which rejects the idea that the Messiah is Allah, representing the core Islamic rejection of Christ's divinity.

The Three Categories of Tawhid

The second speaker breaks down Islamic monotheism into three traditional categories used to measure belief:

  1. Tawhid al-Rububiyyah (Lordship): Believing that Allah alone is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe.

  2. Tawhid al-Uluhiyyah (Worship): Maintaining that Allah alone is worthy of worship and religious devotion.

  3. Tawhid al-Asma wa-Sifat (Names and Attributes): The belief that Allah has unique names and attributes that cannot be compared to his creation.

Comparative Arguments

  • Forgiveness of Sins: The speakers compare Islamic and Christian views on the attribute of forgiveness. While the Quran asks, "Who can forgive sins except Allah?", the New Testament records Jesus forgiving sins (e.g., Mark 2), which Josh argues places Jesus within the category of deity according to the same logic.

  • Gnostic Influences: The dialogue touches on the "Replacement Theory" of the crucifixion found in Islamic tradition, noting its similarity to earlier Gnostic texts that claimed Jesus only appeared to suffer.

  • Historical Continuity: They discuss whether the prophets of the Old Testament were "Muslims" in the sense of submitting to God's will, noting that the specific definitions of Tawhid often conflict with the actual recorded practices and beliefs found in the Torah.

]]> The conversation explores how the Quran and the New Testament define the nature of God, specifically addressing perceived misconceptions and theological overlaps.

The Quranic Perception of the Trinity

  • The "Family Unit" Critique: The speakers discuss Surah Al-Ma'idah (Verse 116), where Allah asks Jesus if he commanded people to worship him and his mother, Mary, as gods.

  • Christian Clarification: Josh notes that the Christian doctrine of the Trinity does not include Mary as a member of the Godhead, suggesting the Quranic polemic may be addressing a specific heresy or a "family unit" concept rather than orthodox Trinitarianism.

  • The Deity of Christ: The second speaker quotes Surah Al-Ma'idah (Verse 72), which rejects the idea that the Messiah is Allah, representing the core Islamic rejection of Christ's divinity.

The Three Categories of Tawhid

The second speaker breaks down Islamic monotheism into three traditional categories used to measure belief:

  1. Tawhid al-Rububiyyah (Lordship): Believing that Allah alone is the Creator and Sustainer of the universe.

  2. Tawhid al-Uluhiyyah (Worship): Maintaining that Allah alone is worthy of worship and religious devotion.

  3. Tawhid al-Asma wa-Sifat (Names and Attributes): The belief that Allah has unique names and attributes that cannot be compared to his creation.

Comparative Arguments

  • Forgiveness of Sins: The speakers compare Islamic and Christian views on the attribute of forgiveness. While the Quran asks, "Who can forgive sins except Allah?", the New Testament records Jesus forgiving sins (e.g., Mark 2), which Josh argues places Jesus within the category of deity according to the same logic.

  • Gnostic Influences: The dialogue touches on the "Replacement Theory" of the crucifixion found in Islamic tradition, noting its similarity to earlier Gnostic texts that claimed Jesus only appeared to suffer.

  • Historical Continuity: They discuss whether the prophets of the Old Testament were "Muslims" in the sense of submitting to God's will, noting that the specific definitions of Tawhid often conflict with the actual recorded practices and beliefs found in the Torah.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 5292 98 full Interview with Pastor Matt Teis Interview with Pastor Matt Teis https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-pastor-matt-teis/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-pastor-matt-teis/#comments Mon, 23 Mar 2026 12:52:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/60c3dc72-ec77-3adc-9a1e-88e51a7933b1 Since graduating from Pensacola Christian College in 2000, Pastor Matt has led the youth ministry, young adult ministry, and outreach programs of Liberty Baptist Church. He and his wife, Breanna, enjoy serving with their children as they share the gospel of Jesus Christ. Pastor Matt has traveled across the country encouraging people in their walk with the Lord. In 2026, he stepped into the role of Senior Pastor of Liberty Baptist Church.

]]> Since graduating from Pensacola Christian College in 2000, Pastor Matt has led the youth ministry, young adult ministry, and outreach programs of Liberty Baptist Church. He and his wife, Breanna, enjoy serving with their children as they share the gospel of Jesus Christ. Pastor Matt has traveled across the country encouraging people in their walk with the Lord. In 2026, he stepped into the role of Senior Pastor of Liberty Baptist Church.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1953 97 full Building Project Tips Building Project Tips https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/building-project-tips/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/building-project-tips/#comments Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:10:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/031bf6a1-c631-34f7-bd14-aae1644f9db3 Erik and Josh discuss 5 questions submitted by a listener.

1. How do you know your ministry is ready for a building project? 2. How do you choose your plot of land? 3. How do you make a master plan for the facility? 4. How do you break the project into manageable phases? 5. How do you raise funds for each phase?

]]> Erik and Josh discuss 5 questions submitted by a listener.

1. How do you know your ministry is ready for a building project? 2. How do you choose your plot of land? 3. How do you make a master plan for the facility? 4. How do you break the project into manageable phases? 5. How do you raise funds for each phase?

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2234 96 full Discussing Islam - There is no Compulsion in Religion? Discussing Islam - There is no Compulsion in Religion? https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/discussing-islam-there-is-no-compulsion-in-religion/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/discussing-islam-there-is-no-compulsion-in-religion/#comments Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:19:29 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/ff3c7777-0f15-39f8-817d-70d425f328e6 Christians need to know how Muslims think about theology and God. The goal is to learn why they believe what they do and learn to better communicate the gospel in light of their worldview. 

]]> Christians need to know how Muslims think about theology and God. The goal is to learn why they believe what they do and learn to better communicate the gospel in light of their worldview. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3718 95 full Discussing the Quran | Islamic Evangelism Discussing the Quran | Islamic Evangelism https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/discussing-the-quran-islamic-evangelism/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/discussing-the-quran-islamic-evangelism/#comments Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:17:21 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/4e6be56c-f1e6-3078-81fc-470e9263ce8c Josh discusses how the Quran came to be. 

]]> Josh discusses how the Quran came to be. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3450 94 full 20 years and counting! 20 years and counting! https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/20-years-and-counting/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/20-years-and-counting/#comments Fri, 12 Dec 2025 08:58:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/5eed26c2-3bce-312f-aad9-607f97bb7ad5 Josh and Erik, along with their families, celebrate 20 years of serving with BIMI as missionaries. They reflect on the past 20 years, discussing the highlights and challenges of missionary work, and look forward to 20 more years of serving the Lord. 

]]> Josh and Erik, along with their families, celebrate 20 years of serving with BIMI as missionaries. They reflect on the past 20 years, discussing the highlights and challenges of missionary work, and look forward to 20 more years of serving the Lord. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2239 93 full Interview with Larry Chappell Interview with Larry Chappell https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-larry-chappell/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-larry-chappell/#comments Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/04671a0f-f637-305e-a2b5-3e76d15e64e5 Larry Chappell is a graduate of West Coast Baptist College. He is the Educational Pastor and Student Ministries Director at Lancaster Baptist Church.  He and his wife Ashley were married in 2007 and have three girls.  They enjoy serving at Lancaster Baptist Church.  

]]> Larry Chappell is a graduate of West Coast Baptist College. He is the Educational Pastor and Student Ministries Director at Lancaster Baptist Church.  He and his wife Ashley were married in 2007 and have three girls.  They enjoy serving at Lancaster Baptist Church.  

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2380 92 full Erik and Josh discuss the Josh Sullivan Interview Erik and Josh discuss the Josh Sullivan Interview https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/erik-and-josh-discuss-the-josh-sullivan-interview/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/erik-and-josh-discuss-the-josh-sullivan-interview/#comments Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:22:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/85d19c34-73a7-32af-a13b-d25111bda0c2 Josh Sullivan's testimony was powerful! Erik and Josh followup with a discussion on how his testimony was a blessing to them. 

]]> Josh Sullivan's testimony was powerful! Erik and Josh followup with a discussion on how his testimony was a blessing to them. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2700 91 full Interview with Rusty Gibson | Part 2 Interview with Rusty Gibson | Part 2 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-rusty-gibson-part-2/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-rusty-gibson-part-2/#comments Mon, 13 Oct 2025 08:36:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/2bf28193-70b1-3d8c-8d87-b4618efbf3d6 In this episode, Erik chats with future missionary Rusty Gibson, diving into Rusty’s questions about missions, ministry, and what it takes to follow God’s call.

]]> In this episode, Erik chats with future missionary Rusty Gibson, diving into Rusty’s questions about missions, ministry, and what it takes to follow God’s call.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2070 90 full Kidnapped in South Africa! Missionary Josh Sullivan Kidnapped in South Africa! Missionary Josh Sullivan https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/kidnapped-in-south-africa-missionary-josh-sullivan/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/kidnapped-in-south-africa-missionary-josh-sullivan/#comments Mon, 06 Oct 2025 08:35:59 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/414c97f2-7ac8-3ae1-8b4f-d20b999cc25b Missionary Josh Sullivan recounts his gripping true story of being kidnapped for ransom on the mission field—and how God’s miraculous deliverance turned terror into triumph.

]]> Missionary Josh Sullivan recounts his gripping true story of being kidnapped for ransom on the mission field—and how God’s miraculous deliverance turned terror into triumph.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 4795 89 full Interview with Rusty Gibson | Part 1 Interview with Rusty Gibson | Part 1 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-rusty-gibson-part-1/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-rusty-gibson-part-1/#comments Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:49:58 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/0e651149-57df-30fc-9ab9-27f3bd38d0bb In this two-part interview, Rusty shares his testimony and call to missions. 

]]> In this two-part interview, Rusty shares his testimony and call to missions. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2157 88 full Dealing with Stress on the Mission Field Dealing with Stress on the Mission Field https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/dealing-with-stress-on-the-mission-field-1758021586/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/dealing-with-stress-on-the-mission-field-1758021586/#comments Tue, 16 Sep 2025 08:19:46 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/43c4fdda-c19c-33bb-aba2-827e442e920a Erik and Josh share personal experiences on how they handle stress. 

]]> Erik and Josh share personal experiences on how they handle stress. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2815 87 full Reconnecting Reconnecting https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/reconnecting/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/reconnecting/#comments Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:57:50 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/fb566e10-2eed-3876-9786-0bb12cd30b34 Erik and Josh reconnect after a busy summer. Please excuse Josh's audio. There were some technical difficulties on his end. 

]]> Erik and Josh reconnect after a busy summer. Please excuse Josh's audio. There were some technical difficulties on his end. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2594 86 full Visionary Church Planting Visionary Church Planting https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/visionary-church-planting/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/visionary-church-planting/#comments Mon, 19 May 2025 10:35:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/9d023fd2-68d1-3497-8573-6be33ffdb38a Erik and Josh discuss principles for developing a biblical vision for church planting.

]]> Erik and Josh discuss principles for developing a biblical vision for church planting.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3154 85 full Catching Up Catching Up https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/catching-up-1746468015/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/catching-up-1746468015/#comments Mon, 05 May 2025 15:00:15 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/a58977fe-1ac1-346a-8370-b63bc730cfd6 Erik and Josh catch up on life, ministry, and family

]]> Erik and Josh catch up on life, ministry, and family

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2178 84 full J.B. Godfrey Part 3 J.B. Godfrey Part 3 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/jb-godfrey-part-3/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/jb-godfrey-part-3/#comments Mon, 28 Apr 2025 09:34:46 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/d7ba9a6b-cf3d-3257-956a-5895417fbd9c This episode is taken from a session J.B. Godfrey taught at a recent BIMI field conference. We know it will bless you. 

]]> This episode is taken from a session J.B. Godfrey taught at a recent BIMI field conference. We know it will bless you. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2957 83 full J.B. Godfrey Part Two J.B. Godfrey Part Two https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/jb-godfrey-part-two/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/jb-godfrey-part-two/#comments Tue, 22 Apr 2025 15:31:52 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/63a31b63-1ca4-3b30-899e-9926cc500173 Vice President and Executive Director When I was two years old, my parents were divorced and I was reared by my grandparents who faithfully sent me to church. At twelve years of age, I accepted Christ as my Savior; however, it was not until I was sixteen that I became serious about serving the Lord. While I was attending a funeral, God called me to preach—a decision I made public in the next church service. I began to study my Bible and to listen to Oliver B. Green, Harold Sightler, Dr. M. R. DeHaan and other great preachers on the radio. I also began to read books by Dr. John R. Rice, R. A. Torrey and other great preachers. The Lord revolutionized my life! At age seventeen I joined the United States Marine Corps as an opportunity to serve my country and be a witness to my fellow Marines. I married Linda Burrell in 1969 and we set out to serve the Lord together. In 1970 we moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee, to attend Tennessee Temple University. Before I took my first class, God used a small article in the Baptist Bible Trumpet, published by Dr. John Waters, to burden my heart about reaching Muslims in the Sahara. The article was written by Dr. Dan Truax, who became my Director for many years. I graduated from Tennessee Temple with a Bachelor's degree in Missions. In December 1973 we joined Baptist International Missions, Inc. (BIMI). After a year of deputation, we arrived in Albertville, France, to study the French language. We spent a year and a half in France and then took a ship down to the country of Senegal, where we worked until 1990. God blessed our years there. Two of our five children were born in Senegal. While there we learned the Wolof language and had the privilege of seeing Muslims come to know Christ. At the request of BIMI, we moved to the country of Zaire in 1991 to reopen the work of missionary Anton Andersen. Just two weeks after our arrival in the village of Tshene, serious fighting broke out in the country. The next eighteen months were filled with many dangers, culminating in our family being airlifted from the country in 1993. During the time we spent in Zaire, we learned another language (Kikongo), saw many people saved, and worked with the many believers who were there. When we arrived back in America, we were going to take a year's medical leave; however, God had other plans for us. Our home church, Grace Baptist Church of Landrum, South Carolina, called me to be their pastor. At the same time, Ambassador Baptist College was in need of an experienced missionary to add to their teaching faculty. For the next nine years I pastored a growing church, taught at Ambassador two days a week, and served on the Executive Board or as an officer of the South Carolina Association of Christian Schools. In August 2001 Dr. Les Frazier asked if I would pray about becoming Far East Director with BIMI. After seven months of prayer and much heart searching, I accepted this position. I resigned as pastor of my church and as instructor at Ambassador in May 2002. For ten years I served as Far East Director. In the summer of 2011, I was asked to serve as Vice President and Executive Director at BIMI. I took that position in January 2012. My tasks are many. We spend time out on the mission fields assisting our missionaries. I do the “Moments for Missions” radio broadcasts. Most weeks I preach in a missions conference or on a college campus. There are also many projects on which I work for Dr. David Snyder at the World Missions Center. We count it a blessing and a privilege to serve a wonderful group of missionaries and the churches which send them out.

]]> Vice President and Executive Director

When I was two years old, my parents were divorced and I was reared by my grandparents who faithfully sent me to church. At twelve years of age, I accepted Christ as my Savior; however, it was not until I was sixteen that I became serious about serving the Lord. While I was attending a funeral, God called me to preach—a decision I made public in the next church service. I began to study my Bible and to listen to Oliver B. Green, Harold Sightler, Dr. M. R. DeHaan and other great preachers on the radio. I also began to read books by Dr. John R. Rice, R. A. Torrey and other great preachers. The Lord revolutionized my life!

At age seventeen I joined the United States Marine Corps as an opportunity to serve my country and be a witness to my fellow Marines.

I married Linda Burrell in 1969 and we set out to serve the Lord together. In 1970 we moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee, to attend Tennessee Temple University. Before I took my first class, God used a small article in the Baptist Bible Trumpet, published by Dr. John Waters, to burden my heart about reaching Muslims in the Sahara. The article was written by Dr. Dan Truax, who became my Director for many years. I graduated from Tennessee Temple with a Bachelor's degree in Missions. In December 1973 we joined Baptist International Missions, Inc. (BIMI).

After a year of deputation, we arrived in Albertville, France, to study the French language. We spent a year and a half in France and then took a ship down to the country of Senegal, where we worked until 1990. God blessed our years there. Two of our five children were born in Senegal. While there we learned the Wolof language and had the privilege of seeing Muslims come to know Christ.

At the request of BIMI, we moved to the country of Zaire in 1991 to reopen the work of missionary Anton Andersen. Just two weeks after our arrival in the village of Tshene, serious fighting broke out in the country. The next eighteen months were filled with many dangers, culminating in our family being airlifted from the country in 1993. During the time we spent in Zaire, we learned another language (Kikongo), saw many people saved, and worked with the many believers who were there.

When we arrived back in America, we were going to take a year's medical leave; however, God had other plans for us. Our home church, Grace Baptist Church of Landrum, South Carolina, called me to be their pastor. At the same time, Ambassador Baptist College was in need of an experienced missionary to add to their teaching faculty. For the next nine years I pastored a growing church, taught at Ambassador two days a week, and served on the Executive Board or as an officer of the South Carolina Association of Christian Schools.

In August 2001 Dr. Les Frazier asked if I would pray about becoming Far East Director with BIMI. After seven months of prayer and much heart searching, I accepted this position. I resigned as pastor of my church and as instructor at Ambassador in May 2002.

For ten years I served as Far East Director.

In the summer of 2011, I was asked to serve as Vice President and Executive Director at BIMI. I took that position in January 2012. My tasks are many. We spend time out on the mission fields assisting our missionaries. I do the “Moments for Missions” radio broadcasts. Most weeks I preach in a missions conference or on a college campus. There are also many projects on which I work for Dr. David Snyder at the World Missions Center. We count it a blessing and a privilege to serve a wonderful group of missionaries and the churches which send them out.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2863 82 full Guest Missionary J.B. Godfrey Guest Missionary J.B. Godfrey https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/guest-missionary-jb-godfrey/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/guest-missionary-jb-godfrey/#comments Sat, 12 Apr 2025 11:52:28 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/3ba2643d-9ca8-3c8a-ab0a-cdf5a54a7cd7 J. B. Godfrey is a veteran missionary, pastor, and missions leader with decades of service around the globe. He and his wife Linda served for many years in North Africa and later helped mobilize missionaries across Asia and the Muslim world. Currently, he serves as the Vice President of BIMI’s Far East and Southeast Asia Fields, encouraging and equipping the next generation of missionaries. A passionate speaker and storyteller, J. B. brings deep insight into cross-cultural missions, spiritual warfare, and the joys and costs of gospel work.

]]> J. B. Godfrey is a veteran missionary, pastor, and missions leader with decades of service around the globe. He and his wife Linda served for many years in North Africa and later helped mobilize missionaries across Asia and the Muslim world. Currently, he serves as the Vice President of BIMI’s Far East and Southeast Asia Fields, encouraging and equipping the next generation of missionaries. A passionate speaker and storyteller, J. B. brings deep insight into cross-cultural missions, spiritual warfare, and the joys and costs of gospel work.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2924 81 full Interview with Alex Kocman Interview with Alex Kocman https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-alex-kocman/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-alex-kocman/#comments Mon, 23 Dec 2024 20:11:04 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/108c0e3f-e2d6-3f7a-b3e9-13c996a3b755 Alex Kocman is a Christian, husband, father of four, student, writer, podcaster, church leader, missions advocate, and voice on the biblical and cultural issues affecting us today. He received his M.A. in Media and Communication Studies and B.S. in Biblical Studies through Liberty University, where he also served as an online evangelism and apologetics instructor with Liberty University Online from 2012-2014.

From there, he spent two years as a Student Ministry Coordinator at a large, multisite church. He now serves as Director of Communications and Engagement for ABWE, a theologically conservative church-planting missions agency with about 1,000 missionaries reaching nearly 90 countries. Since 2017, he has cohosted The Missions Podcast with Scott Dunford, interviewing notable guests across the evangelical and missiological worlds. In 2023, he also began hosting Cloud of Witnesses, ABWE’s show highlighting stories of veteran missionary faithfulness, and in 2024, he launched The World View on YouTube.

He is the co-author with Chad Vegas of Missions by the Book: How Theology and Practice Walk Together (Founders Press, 2021), which argues for a biblical vision of the missionary task driven by historic Protestant orthodoxy bounded by the regulative principle. He is also the author of Striving for the Faith: A Journey Through Philippians for Life on Mission (Founders Press), which is now available for preorder and slated for release in February 2025.

His other miscellaneous writings have been featured in various outlets, including The Gospel Coalition, For the Church, 9Marks, Biblical Missiology, Founders Ministries, Doctrine and Devotion, Message Magazine and ABWE’s blog, Liberty University News, American Bible Society’s Record Magazine, and Christian Life News.

He resides with his wife and four children in York, Pennsylvania, where he spends his free time studying theology, weightlifting, and nursing a heavy coffee addiction. He adheres to the 1689 London Baptist Confession and serves as an elder at Faith Bible Fellowship Church, where he leads the missions team and serves as director of communications and worship.

]]> Alex Kocman is a Christian, husband, father of four, student, writer, podcaster, church leader, missions advocate, and voice on the biblical and cultural issues affecting us today. He received his M.A. in Media and Communication Studies and B.S. in Biblical Studies through Liberty University, where he also served as an online evangelism and apologetics instructor with Liberty University Online from 2012-2014.

From there, he spent two years as a Student Ministry Coordinator at a large, multisite church. He now serves as Director of Communications and Engagement for ABWE, a theologically conservative church-planting missions agency with about 1,000 missionaries reaching nearly 90 countries. Since 2017, he has cohosted The Missions Podcast with Scott Dunford, interviewing notable guests across the evangelical and missiological worlds. In 2023, he also began hosting Cloud of Witnesses, ABWE’s show highlighting stories of veteran missionary faithfulness, and in 2024, he launched The World View on YouTube.

He is the co-author with Chad Vegas of Missions by the Book: How Theology and Practice Walk Together (Founders Press, 2021), which argues for a biblical vision of the missionary task driven by historic Protestant orthodoxy bounded by the regulative principle. He is also the author of Striving for the Faith: A Journey Through Philippians for Life on Mission (Founders Press), which is now available for preorder and slated for release in February 2025.

His other miscellaneous writings have been featured in various outlets, including The Gospel Coalition, For the Church, 9Marks, Biblical Missiology, Founders Ministries, Doctrine and Devotion, Message Magazine and ABWE’s blog, Liberty University News, American Bible Society’s Record Magazine, and Christian Life News.

He resides with his wife and four children in York, Pennsylvania, where he spends his free time studying theology, weightlifting, and nursing a heavy coffee addiction. He adheres to the 1689 London Baptist Confession and serves as an elder at Faith Bible Fellowship Church, where he leads the missions team and serves as director of communications and worship.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3643 80 full Funerals on the Mission Field Funerals on the Mission Field https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/funerals-on-the-mission-field/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/funerals-on-the-mission-field/#comments Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:28:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e7c076c8-3bd6-37b7-b416-012159f9bf81 Josh and Erik share a topic not often discussed by missionaries: how to conduct funerals on the mission field. 

]]> Josh and Erik share a topic not often discussed by missionaries: how to conduct funerals on the mission field. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2165 79 full Pastor Keith Mead Pastor Keith Mead https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/pastor-keith-mead/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/pastor-keith-mead/#comments Mon, 02 Dec 2024 12:33:59 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/498ba69d-3033-382d-90b8-75228df52e51 Keith Mead has served as a pastor for over 40 years. He is now retired. His wife and two of his four children are with the Lord. Pastor Mead was not only Josh's pastor when he was a child but is Josh's grandfather. 

]]> Keith Mead has served as a pastor for over 40 years. He is now retired. His wife and two of his four children are with the Lord. Pastor Mead was not only Josh's pastor when he was a child but is Josh's grandfather. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1779 78 full Interview with DJ and Lorrie Harry Interview with DJ and Lorrie Harry https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-dj-and-lorrie-harry/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-dj-and-lorrie-harry/#comments Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:29:31 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/45c79f94-5efe-30cc-9d71-92ff2e5631c4 D.J. Harry is the pastor of Needhams Grove Baptist Church in Seagrove, North Carolina. His undergraduate training was in science education which led him to teach high school chemistry, biology, and physics for eight years.

However, in 2005, God directed his steps into pastoral ministry. He received his M.Div. from Piedmont International University and will complete his D.Min. in 2025. A featured speaker at marriage conferences, parenting conferences, and camps, DJ is known for his Bible-centered preaching and for his passion for the Lord. DJ and his wife, Lorrie, were married in 1997. They have four adult children that are all serving the Lord!

]]> D.J. Harry is the pastor of Needhams Grove Baptist Church in Seagrove, North Carolina. His undergraduate training was in science education which led him to teach high school chemistry, biology, and physics for eight years.

However, in 2005, God directed his steps into pastoral ministry. He received his M.Div. from Piedmont International University and will complete his D.Min. in 2025. A featured speaker at marriage conferences, parenting conferences, and camps, DJ is known for his Bible-centered preaching and for his passion for the Lord. DJ and his wife, Lorrie, were married in 1997. They have four adult children that are all serving the Lord!

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2945 77 full Missionary Q and A | Part Two Missionary Q and A | Part Two https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-q-and-a-part-2/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-q-and-a-part-2/#comments Mon, 04 Nov 2024 08:00:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/c9c468d1-4c60-395f-8983-a785459edd7a Erik and Josh answer questions sent in by a college student

]]> Erik and Josh answer questions sent in by a college student

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2363 76 full Missionary Q & A | Part One Missionary Q & A | Part One https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-q-a-part-one/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-q-a-part-one/#comments Mon, 28 Oct 2024 08:04:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/8360bc13-0523-35f8-9784-2e97cff12acb Erik and Josh answer questions sent in from a college student.

]]> Erik and Josh answer questions sent in from a college student.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2224 75 full Missionary Adam Fridenstine Missionary Adam Fridenstine https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-adam-fridenstine/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-adam-fridenstine/#comments Mon, 21 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/0896fcb4-b2af-3673-8b90-fdcfe181a5fe Adam and Esther were married on June 13, 2008, in Salem, Oregon, after God brought them together with a beautiful love story of purity, answered prayer, and parent and pastoral counsel. Under the direction and mentoring of Dr. Paul Chappell, senior pastor of Lancaster Baptist Church, both Adam and Esther served faithfully with bus children and in the music and Spanish ministries. The personal mentoring and ministry involvement during their childhood and teen years, and then the multitude of ministry experiences at LBC, has prepared them for entering a lifetime of service on the mission field. With the assistance of Baptist International Missions, Inc., the Fridenstines are planting and seeing churches grow in El Salvador while directing a Christian school and Bible Seminary to raise, mentor, and see future generations sent to the harvest field of souls.

]]> Adam and Esther were married on June 13, 2008, in Salem, Oregon, after God brought them together with a beautiful love story of purity, answered prayer, and parent and pastoral counsel.

Under the direction and mentoring of Dr. Paul Chappell, senior pastor of Lancaster Baptist Church, both Adam and Esther served faithfully with bus children and in the music and Spanish ministries.

The personal mentoring and ministry involvement during their childhood and teen years, and then the multitude of ministry experiences at LBC, has prepared them for entering a lifetime of service on the mission field.

With the assistance of Baptist International Missions, Inc., the Fridenstines are planting and seeing churches grow in El Salvador while directing a Christian school and Bible Seminary to raise, mentor, and see future generations sent to the harvest field of souls.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2006 74 full Catching Up Catching Up https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/catching-up/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/catching-up/#comments Mon, 14 Oct 2024 07:53:47 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/71ad1a68-021f-3d5d-8eb1-0fc70e4936f2 Erik and Josh catch up after a four-week break from podcasting. 

]]> Erik and Josh catch up after a four-week break from podcasting. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2169 73 full Mission Trips Before and After Mission Trips Before and After https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/mission-trips-before-and-after/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/mission-trips-before-and-after/#comments Mon, 16 Sep 2024 10:12:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/1256c11f-8ee3-38c4-93a6-5fe81eb9fa82 Josh and Erik discuss the planning before hosting a mission trip and what happens when everyone goes home.

]]> Josh and Erik discuss the planning before hosting a mission trip and what happens when everyone goes home.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2275 72 full Episode 72 | Branden Lawrence | Part 02 Episode 72 | Branden Lawrence | Part 02 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-72-branden-lawrence-part-02/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-72-branden-lawrence-part-02/#comments Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:23:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/3a5a6f48-dced-3511-b9f5-fd32b56df88f Erik interviews his close friend, Branden Lawrence. Branden is an assistant pastor who has served at Temple for 20 years! He is also the missions pastor, music pastor, head of AWANA, and head of VBS! Branden always finds a way to choose joy and see the bright side of things, and he is such a fun person to know.

]]> Erik interviews his close friend, Branden Lawrence. Branden is an assistant pastor who has served at Temple for 20 years! He is also the missions pastor, music pastor, head of AWANA, and head of VBS! Branden always finds a way to choose joy and see the bright side of things, and he is such a fun person to know.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2197 71 full Pastor Branden Lawrence | Part 01 Pastor Branden Lawrence | Part 01 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/pastor-branden-lawrence-part-01/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/pastor-branden-lawrence-part-01/#comments Mon, 17 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/35772796-2672-330e-8a6b-7dae231257cf Erik interviews his close friend, Branden Lawrence. Branden is an assistant pastor who has served at Temple for 20 years! He is also the missions pastor, music pastor, head of AWANA, and head of VBS! Branden always finds a way to choose joy and see the bright side of things, and he is such a fun person to know.

]]> Erik interviews his close friend, Branden Lawrence. Branden is an assistant pastor who has served at Temple for 20 years! He is also the missions pastor, music pastor, head of AWANA, and head of VBS! Branden always finds a way to choose joy and see the bright side of things, and he is such a fun person to know.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2174 70 full More Questions about Missionary Life | Part Two More Questions about Missionary Life | Part Two https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/more-questions-about-missionary-life-part-two/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/more-questions-about-missionary-life-part-two/#comments Mon, 20 May 2024 08:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/bb7e3d24-023c-32b7-b997-f253efb0da14 Erik and Josh respond to more questions about missionary life. 

]]> Erik and Josh respond to more questions about missionary life. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2349 69 full More Questions about Missionary Life and Ministry More Questions about Missionary Life and Ministry https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/more-questions-about-missionary-life-and-ministry/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/more-questions-about-missionary-life-and-ministry/#comments Mon, 13 May 2024 19:23:53 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/a2837240-a9e1-39b1-9dd5-5da92eaef801 Erik and Josh answer questions submitted by a supporting church. 

]]> Erik and Josh answer questions submitted by a supporting church. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2062 68 full What Excites us about World Evangelism | Part Two What Excites us about World Evangelism | Part Two https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/what-excites-us-about-world-evangelism-part-two/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/what-excites-us-about-world-evangelism-part-two/#comments Mon, 29 Apr 2024 09:38:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/0f2577cb-42d7-3b35-9b23-4dfe248312b6 Erik and Josh continue their in-person conversation about what they love about working on missions.

]]> Erik and Josh continue their in-person conversation about what they love about working on missions.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2131 67 full What Excites Us About World Evangelism What Excites Us About World Evangelism https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/what-excites-us-about-world-evangelism/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/what-excites-us-about-world-evangelism/#comments Mon, 15 Apr 2024 06:04:55 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/087f4338-5518-3a19-9284-32f17b32de12 Josh and Erik sit down together in Martinsburg, West Virginia to discuss what excites them about serving the Lord in World Evangelism.

]]> Josh and Erik sit down together in Martinsburg, West Virginia to discuss what excites them about serving the Lord in World Evangelism.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2579 66 full Interview with Pastor Todd Harrison Interview with Pastor Todd Harrison https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/a-journey-through-faith-with-pastor-todd-harrison/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/a-journey-through-faith-with-pastor-todd-harrison/#comments Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/7b45df89-f5a7-38aa-912d-e1f79cc5587a Pastor Todd offers invaluable insight into balancing work, family life, and ministry. 

Pastor Todd addresses the need for husbands and wives to cultivate godly personal relationships. The episode illuminates the strains young couples and missionaries face and offers guidance for maintaining a godly marriage in the face of adversities.

]]> Pastor Todd offers invaluable insight into balancing work, family life, and ministry. 

Pastor Todd addresses the need for husbands and wives to cultivate godly personal relationships. The episode illuminates the strains young couples and missionaries face and offers guidance for maintaining a godly marriage in the face of adversities.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3108 65 full A Conversation with Missionary Daniel Jenkins A Conversation with Missionary Daniel Jenkins https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/a-conversation-with-missionary-daniel-jenkins/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/a-conversation-with-missionary-daniel-jenkins/#comments Mon, 04 Mar 2024 07:30:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/c4d465a3-4f00-3c5a-bf4a-6db9fb8a44a0 In this episode, they interview Daniel Jenkins, a veteran missionary actively working in the Gambia, as they explore the profound journey of world evangelism. They revisit the events since their previous meeting with Daniel, shedding light on the intricacies of their indispensable work.

Get an exclusive peek into the Biblical Faith Seminar Daniel hosted in the Gambia. Learn about their progress as they record numerous gospel sessions in various languages for distribution across West Africa, their triumphs and challenges, and the unwavering commitment to spreading the Word of God.

Daniel gives a personal snapshot of his family life in Gambia as missionaries since 2019, and relays their experiences with language immersion and cultural adaptations needed for effective missionary work.

Be inspired by their dedication in planting a church amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and the impressive growth within their congregation. They shed light on the religious landscape in Gambia, mainly a dominantly Islamic nation, and their efforts to engage with the population effectively.

Delve deeper into the journey of establishing a church in Busambala, Africa and the challenges faced while advocating for biblical faith in a culture often resistant to non-traditional religious beliefs. Listen to the stories of transformation, community enrichment, and the significance of making the Bible central to teachings.

Dive into the discussion about the critical role missionaries play in cultivating new believers' faith and identity, particularly in Muslim countries. The episode highlights the importance of church identity, collaboration with local leadership, and initiatives for believers' self-sustainability.

Discover why places like Gambia offer immense opportunities for those called to serve in missions. Join in for an enlightening dialogue that outlines the complexities of missionary work and the essence of taking Christ to non-believers.

]]> In this episode, they interview Daniel Jenkins, a veteran missionary actively working in the Gambia, as they explore the profound journey of world evangelism. They revisit the events since their previous meeting with Daniel, shedding light on the intricacies of their indispensable work.

Get an exclusive peek into the Biblical Faith Seminar Daniel hosted in the Gambia. Learn about their progress as they record numerous gospel sessions in various languages for distribution across West Africa, their triumphs and challenges, and the unwavering commitment to spreading the Word of God.

Daniel gives a personal snapshot of his family life in Gambia as missionaries since 2019, and relays their experiences with language immersion and cultural adaptations needed for effective missionary work.

Be inspired by their dedication in planting a church amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and the impressive growth within their congregation. They shed light on the religious landscape in Gambia, mainly a dominantly Islamic nation, and their efforts to engage with the population effectively.

Delve deeper into the journey of establishing a church in Busambala, Africa and the challenges faced while advocating for biblical faith in a culture often resistant to non-traditional religious beliefs. Listen to the stories of transformation, community enrichment, and the significance of making the Bible central to teachings.

Dive into the discussion about the critical role missionaries play in cultivating new believers' faith and identity, particularly in Muslim countries. The episode highlights the importance of church identity, collaboration with local leadership, and initiatives for believers' self-sustainability.

Discover why places like Gambia offer immense opportunities for those called to serve in missions. Join in for an enlightening dialogue that outlines the complexities of missionary work and the essence of taking Christ to non-believers.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2914 64 full Furlough and Finances Furlough and Finances https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/furlough-and-finances/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/furlough-and-finances/#comments Mon, 26 Feb 2024 08:51:37 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/5e1e649b-9115-3087-a996-1b5d6fc93799 Erik and Josh discuss finances in light of the missionary's furlough ministry. 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss finances in light of the missionary's furlough ministry. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2312 63 full Deputation and Finances Deputation and Finances https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/deputation-and-finances/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/deputation-and-finances/#comments Mon, 19 Feb 2024 08:09:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/bee4bc80-0d2e-3210-8a80-40998887316b Erik and Josh share tips on being a wise steward of your finances while on Deputation.

]]> Erik and Josh share tips on being a wise steward of your finances while on Deputation.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1907 62 full Ron and Donna Bragg Ron and Donna Bragg https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/ron-and-donna-bragg/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/ron-and-donna-bragg/#comments Mon, 05 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/80d41155-9b0a-3452-b641-34d62069c1f7 Africa International Representative Emeritus • Ron and Donna Bragg became BIMI missionaries in 1973 and served faithfully for 46 years. • After language school in France, Ron and Donna started a work along the Sahara Desert in the Moslem country of Senegal. • God blessed and after 16 years, their small congregation voted to buy land and begin to build their own church building in 1991 with their tithes and offerings. The African Baptist Church of Saint Louis, Senegal, continues to be a Gospel witness in a very difficult place. • In 1991, Ron Bragg was appointed as the second Africa Director for BIMI, serving in this capacity until June 2012. He was given the responsibility for 43 missionary families across the continent of Africa. • Dr. Bragg traveled extensively across the continent of Africa, opening new fields for BIMI and helping national pastors and missionaries. • The next five years Dr. Bragg served BIMI as the Africa International Representative, continuing his ministry of helping the BIMI missionaries and recruiting new missionaries for Africa. • Their daughter Hannah and her husband, Luke Townsley, served in the Dominican Republic as missionaries with BIMI. The Braggs’ son, Hiram, and his wife, April, also served as missionaries in Senegal, Africa, under BIMI. Their son, Luke, is minister of music at Faith Baptist Church, Belleville, Illinois, and Kelly and Kory faithfully serve in their local churches. • On December 31, 2017, Dr. Bragg transitioned into the position of Africa International Representative Emeritus.

]]> Africa International Representative Emeritus

• Ron and Donna Bragg became BIMI missionaries in 1973 and served faithfully for 46 years.

• After language school in France, Ron and Donna started a work along the Sahara Desert in the Moslem country of Senegal.

• God blessed and after 16 years, their small congregation voted to buy land and begin to build their own church building in 1991 with their tithes and offerings. The African Baptist Church of Saint Louis, Senegal, continues to be a Gospel witness in a very difficult place.

• In 1991, Ron Bragg was appointed as the second Africa Director for BIMI, serving in this capacity until June 2012. He was given the responsibility for 43 missionary families across the continent of Africa.

• Dr. Bragg traveled extensively across the continent of Africa, opening new fields for BIMI and helping national pastors and missionaries.

• The next five years Dr. Bragg served BIMI as the Africa International Representative, continuing his ministry of helping the BIMI missionaries and recruiting new missionaries for Africa.

• Their daughter Hannah and her husband, Luke Townsley, served in the Dominican Republic as missionaries with BIMI. The Braggs’ son, Hiram, and his wife, April, also served as missionaries in Senegal, Africa, under BIMI. Their son, Luke, is minister of music at Faith Baptist Church, Belleville, Illinois, and Kelly and Kory faithfully serve in their local churches.

• On December 31, 2017, Dr. Bragg transitioned into the position of Africa International Representative Emeritus.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3007 61 full The Missionary and Finances | Part 1 The Missionary and Finances | Part 1 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/the-missionary-and-finances-part-1/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/the-missionary-and-finances-part-1/#comments Mon, 29 Jan 2024 08:00:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/84f24a3f-144e-3ada-b172-d65b067a69bc Erik and Josh discuss the importance of being a good steward of finances, especially if you're a missionary.

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the importance of being a good steward of finances, especially if you're a missionary.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1925 60 full Episode 59 | Mission Conferences from a Missionary Perspective | Part Two Episode 59 | Mission Conferences from a Missionary Perspective | Part Two https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-59-mission-conferences-from-a-missionary-perspective-part-two/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-59-mission-conferences-from-a-missionary-perspective-part-two/#comments Mon, 18 Dec 2023 15:41:37 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/dc1e2301-7f91-300e-af59-05c4e8e541e0 Josh and Eric continue their discussion on Mission Conferences 

]]> Josh and Eric continue their discussion on Mission Conferences 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1211 59 full Episode 58 | Missions Conferences from a Missionary Perspective | Part One Episode 58 | Missions Conferences from a Missionary Perspective | Part One https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-58-missions-conferences-from-a-missionary-perspective-part-one/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-58-missions-conferences-from-a-missionary-perspective-part-one/#comments Mon, 04 Dec 2023 03:03:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/012e0293-4a1b-3ca5-8dfd-338ce1d98dc9 We are sometimes asked by supporting pastors what they can do better for their next mission conference. In this episode, Erik and Josh discuss what they enjoy about the mission conference experience from a missionary perspective.

]]> We are sometimes asked by supporting pastors what they can do better for their next mission conference. In this episode, Erik and Josh discuss what they enjoy about the mission conference experience from a missionary perspective.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1884 57 full Improving Communication between Pastors and Missionaries with Guest Dennis Harry Improving Communication between Pastors and Missionaries with Guest Dennis Harry https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/improving-communication-between-pastors-and-missionaries-with-guest-dennis-harry/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/improving-communication-between-pastors-and-missionaries-with-guest-dennis-harry/#comments Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:15:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/1df115d5-14eb-3155-b9eb-22676fbd1970 Erik continues his conversation with Pastor Dennis Harry. This time, they discuss how missionaries and pastors can improve their communication.

]]> Erik continues his conversation with Pastor Dennis Harry. This time, they discuss how missionaries and pastors can improve their communication.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1954 58 full Pastor Dennis Harry Pastor Dennis Harry https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/pastor-dennis-harry/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/pastor-dennis-harry/#comments Mon, 20 Nov 2023 10:31:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/8f0ae1b3-2fbf-3558-be05-b198f30f382e Dennis Harry is the Pastor of Needham's Grove Baptist Church.

]]> Dennis Harry is the Pastor of Needham's Grove Baptist Church.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2342 56 full Kevin Folger Kevin Folger https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/kevin-folger/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/kevin-folger/#comments Mon, 13 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/5a7dd283-2f58-3974-b60b-fad54930fabf Kevin Folger currently serves as Pastor Emeritus of Cleveland Baptist Church and North America Director of Spiritual Leadership Asia. You will be blessed as he shares insight from 40+ years of ministry.

Contact Kevin Folger

Email | kfolger@clevelandbaptist.org

Website | https://kevinfolger.com/  | https://sl-asia.com/

Podcast | Laborers in the Harvest

]]> Kevin Folger currently serves as Pastor Emeritus of Cleveland Baptist Church and North America Director of Spiritual Leadership Asia. You will be blessed as he shares insight from 40+ years of ministry.

Contact Kevin Folger

Email | kfolger@clevelandbaptist.org

Website | https://kevinfolger.com/  | https://sl-asia.com/

Podcast | Laborers in the Harvest

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2724 55 full Food and Culture Food and Culture https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/food-and-culture/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/food-and-culture/#comments Mon, 06 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/ec2e004c-ceb1-3a55-9a37-5526743ea86d Erik and Josh discuss the important role food plays in the culture of your host country. 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the important role food plays in the culture of your host country. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2835 54 full Episode 53 | Matthew and Susanna Schrock Episode 53 | Matthew and Susanna Schrock https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-53-matthew-and-susanna-schrock/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-53-matthew-and-susanna-schrock/#comments Mon, 30 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/3e83e9e8-d378-36d4-b125-e8bacaf57f0d Matthew and Susanna are preparing to serve the Lord in Côte d'Ivoire with Baptist World Mission. Matthew spent a year working in the country and even picked up the French language along the way. Susanna grew up as an MK in Côte d'Ivoire and looks forward to returning to serve the Lord in her home country.

]]> Matthew and Susanna are preparing to serve the Lord in Côte d'Ivoire with Baptist World Mission. Matthew spent a year working in the country and even picked up the French language along the way. Susanna grew up as an MK in Côte d'Ivoire and looks forward to returning to serve the Lord in her home country.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2223 53 full Dr. Bud Steadman Dr. Bud Steadman https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/dr-bud-steadman/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/dr-bud-steadman/#comments Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:30:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/17a57d31-afc0-33f1-80f5-1fe43e23fdd1 Dr. Bud Steadman began his ministry as mission mentor on April 1, 2023 after fulfilling the role of executive director of Baptist World Mission beginning April of 2009. Prior to coming to BWM he served for thirteen years as the senior pastor of Community Baptist Church of South Bend, Indiana.

]]> Dr. Bud Steadman began his ministry as mission mentor on April 1, 2023 after fulfilling the role of executive director of Baptist World Mission beginning April of 2009. Prior to coming to BWM he served for thirteen years as the senior pastor of Community Baptist Church of South Bend, Indiana.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1613 52 full Episode 51 | Missionary David Edens | Part Two Episode 51 | Missionary David Edens | Part Two https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-52-missionary-david-edens-part-two/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-52-missionary-david-edens-part-two/#comments Mon, 16 Oct 2023 08:30:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/851458d0-64b5-313c-845b-066e8465aadb David Edens served for over 40 years in the country of Niger. 

]]> David Edens served for over 40 years in the country of Niger. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2722 51 full Episode 50 | Missionary David Eden | Part One Episode 50 | Missionary David Eden | Part One https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-50-missionary-david-eden-part-one/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-50-missionary-david-eden-part-one/#comments Mon, 09 Oct 2023 10:53:06 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/d53a9c2b-55eb-335b-87b2-35eefb963d14 Part One of our interview with Missionary David Edens. David served for over 40 years in Niger.

BIMI missionaries have served in Niger since 1971. This has been one of our most difficult fields, and staunch Moslems that live nomadic lives populate the desert region where our missionaries work. Conversions have been few and far between, but God is beginning to move in an exciting way in this desert country. Bible translation work has been done for years into the Tamajaq language and now it is being broadcast by radio to a possible listening audience of 2 million people. This weekly broadcast is also heard in Nigeria, Libya, Algeria, and Mali, which have extensive Tamajaq-speaking populations.

Many encouraging reports are coming in as a result of these Bible broadcasts and the Bible translation work continues, along with the preaching and teaching of the Word of God in Agadez and surrounding villages. Laborers are desperately needed in this field because it appears God is on the verge of doing something great in this staunch Moslem area. Could it be that God would have you volunteer to reach the Muslim people of Niger?

]]> Part One of our interview with Missionary David Edens. David served for over 40 years in Niger.

BIMI missionaries have served in Niger since 1971. This has been one of our most difficult fields, and staunch Moslems that live nomadic lives populate the desert region where our missionaries work. Conversions have been few and far between, but God is beginning to move in an exciting way in this desert country. Bible translation work has been done for years into the Tamajaq language and now it is being broadcast by radio to a possible listening audience of 2 million people. This weekly broadcast is also heard in Nigeria, Libya, Algeria, and Mali, which have extensive Tamajaq-speaking populations.


Many encouraging reports are coming in as a result of these Bible broadcasts and the Bible translation work continues, along with the preaching and teaching of the Word of God in Agadez and surrounding villages. Laborers are desperately needed in this field because it appears God is on the verge of doing something great in this staunch Moslem area. Could it be that God would have you volunteer to reach the Muslim people of Niger?

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1847 50 full Welcome Back! Welcome Back! https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/welcome-back/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/welcome-back/#comments Mon, 02 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/82d4f07c-a88d-393f-8d17-2651fa951296 Josh and Erik are back after 8 months to update their listeners on their family and ministry life. They are excited to be back and are looking forward to sharing more stories and insights with their audience.

]]> Josh and Erik are back after 8 months to update their listeners on their family and ministry life. They are excited to be back and are looking forward to sharing more stories and insights with their audience.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2427 49 full Christmas on the Mission Field Christmas on the Mission Field https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/christmas-on-the-mission-field/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/christmas-on-the-mission-field/#comments Mon, 12 Dec 2022 05:43:17 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e3af3fde-6fe5-3d77-9da0-5e09011e15a2 Josh's wife, Julie, joins him on this special Christmas episode of the podcast. 

]]> Josh's wife, Julie, joins him on this special Christmas episode of the podcast. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2001 48 full More questions, more answers | Part 04 More questions, more answers | Part 04 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/more-questions-more-answers/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/more-questions-more-answers/#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2022 07:32:49 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/b2f8c1ff-7cae-33db-aa99-039646b82bf2 You got questions, we try to give you the answers. 

]]> You got questions, we try to give you the answers. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2130 47 full Questions from a Young Preacher Boy | Part 03 Questions from a Young Preacher Boy | Part 03 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/questions-and-answers-from-a-young-preacher-boy-part-03/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/questions-and-answers-from-a-young-preacher-boy-part-03/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2022 05:06:34 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/ffdc9119-dec4-3717-bcb8-66f1ec35e2f3 Erik and Josh respond to questions sent in from a recent college graduate. 

]]> Erik and Josh respond to questions sent in from a recent college graduate. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1876 46 full Questions from a Young Preacher Boy | Part 02 Questions from a Young Preacher Boy | Part 02 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/questions-from-a-young-preacher-boy-part-02/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/questions-from-a-young-preacher-boy-part-02/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2022 07:37:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/aa1a2718-a5a3-3947-a5fb-268018fca5f5 Josh and Erik continue to answer questions submitted by a young preacher boy. 

We trust this podcast has been a blessing. We want to hear from you! Write us and let us know how you have been blessed by the Missionary Perspective Podcast. 

]]> Josh and Erik continue to answer questions submitted by a young preacher boy. 

We trust this podcast has been a blessing. We want to hear from you! Write us and let us know how you have been blessed by the Missionary Perspective Podcast. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1422 45 full Chris Phillips Chris Phillips https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/chris-phillips/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/chris-phillips/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:51:34 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/a965c9fd-ee9b-3ae0-b07d-a4fd3b590fa7 Chris and Dawn were married in 1989; they have been blessed with four children and five grandchildren. Their journey in full-time Christian ministry has taken them from Georgia to South Carolina, Costa Rica, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.

Through the ministry opportunities God has given them over the past thirty years, their passion has been to see souls saved, solid churches established, encourage church leaders, see marriages restored, parent-teen relationships healed, child-rearing methods improved, and generations impacted by solid, biblical counseling of the fundamental truths of God’s Word.

Chris and Dawn are graduates of Pensacola Christian College, where Chris also received his MS in Education. Their passion for Biblical counseling led them to pursue certification through the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC), and Chris is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Biblical Counseling. They eagerly anticipate how God will use Selah International Counseling Ministries to make a difference in the lives of God’s servants and advance the Kingdom of Christ.

]]> Chris and Dawn were married in 1989; they have been blessed with four children and five grandchildren. Their journey in full-time Christian ministry has taken them from Georgia to South Carolina, Costa Rica, Cuba, and the Dominican Republic.

Through the ministry opportunities God has given them over the past thirty years, their passion has been to see souls saved, solid churches established, encourage church leaders, see marriages restored, parent-teen relationships healed, child-rearing methods improved, and generations impacted by solid, biblical counseling of the fundamental truths of God’s Word.

Chris and Dawn are graduates of Pensacola Christian College, where Chris also received his MS in Education. Their passion for Biblical counseling led them to pursue certification through the Association of Certified Biblical Counselors (ACBC), and Chris is currently pursuing his Doctorate in Biblical Counseling. They eagerly anticipate how God will use Selah International Counseling Ministries to make a difference in the lives of God’s servants and advance the Kingdom of Christ.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2348 44 full Questions from a Young Preacher Boy | Part 1 Questions from a Young Preacher Boy | Part 1 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/questions-from-a-young-preacher-boy-part-1/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/questions-from-a-young-preacher-boy-part-1/#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:34:17 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/1c86a7cd-ec20-3bb7-95bb-e9545fcf8348 Josh's cousin and future church planter, Adam, sent in a list of questions about ministry. They were such good questions, we thought we'd share them with you! 

]]> Josh's cousin and future church planter, Adam, sent in a list of questions about ministry. They were such good questions, we thought we'd share them with you! 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2503 43 full Jeff Buckman Jeff Buckman https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/jeff-buckman/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/jeff-buckman/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2022 06:25:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/3d358d93-8b60-348b-a6ab-4e14bb7adc0e Jeff is a Christian CEO who has led Buckman's Inc. for 50 years and has helped the company expand from $46,000 in sales to 75 million dollars in revenue. God has used Jeff to make a great impact in world evangelism.

Look for his book on Amazon, Making Your Business God's Business: Having a Front Row Seat to Watch God Use Your Business to Impact the World.

]]> Jeff is a Christian CEO who has led Buckman's Inc. for 50 years and has helped the company expand from $46,000 in sales to 75 million dollars in revenue. God has used Jeff to make a great impact in world evangelism.

Look for his book on Amazon, Making Your Business God's Business: Having a Front Row Seat to Watch God Use Your Business to Impact the World.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2145 42 full Hosting a Construction Team Hosting a Construction Team https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/hosting-a-construction-team/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/hosting-a-construction-team/#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2022 06:56:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/097cdb94-f832-34c7-986c-ec3fd9f87bcb Erik and Josh discuss the benefits of hosting a construction team and share tips on how to best prepare for one.

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the benefits of hosting a construction team and share tips on how to best prepare for one.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3207 41 full No More Missionary Videos!? No More Missionary Videos!? https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/no-more-missionary-videos/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/no-more-missionary-videos/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2022 07:35:35 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/03c30e9c-d49f-3e64-b191-044bf7b611dc Erik and Josh discuss a recent article written by Pastor Ryan Hayden, a friend of The Missionary Perspective Podcast and the visionary behind MissionHost, an Airbnb for missionaries.

 

 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss a recent article written by Pastor Ryan Hayden, a friend of The Missionary Perspective Podcast and the visionary behind MissionHost, an Airbnb for missionaries.

 

 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3119 40 full Missionary Kyle Sheridan | Part 02 Missionary Kyle Sheridan | Part 02 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-kyle-sheridan-part-02/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-kyle-sheridan-part-02/#comments Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:27:10 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/bb10fc35-66d6-32c7-b329-59378af44759 Erik continues his interview with Kyle Sheridan.

The Sheridans’ ministry is nestled at the foot of the Andes in the capital of northern Chilean Patagonia. They were married in 2011, and after one year of deputation, with a newborn baby, they stepped out by faith to come to South America to plant the first independent Baptist church in Chilean Patagonia. It is called Bible Baptist Church of Coyhaique.

]]> Erik continues his interview with Kyle Sheridan.

The Sheridans’ ministry is nestled at the foot of the Andes in the capital of northern Chilean Patagonia. They were married in 2011, and after one year of deputation, with a newborn baby, they stepped out by faith to come to South America to plant the first independent Baptist church in Chilean Patagonia. It is called Bible Baptist Church of Coyhaique.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1499 39 full Interview with Missionary Kyle Sheridan | Part 01 Interview with Missionary Kyle Sheridan | Part 01 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-missionary-kyle-sheridan-part-01/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-missionary-kyle-sheridan-part-01/#comments Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:29:23 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e348ef51-5494-34f3-843e-32d01f1f1386 The Sheridans’ ministry is nestled at the foot of the Andes in the capital of northern Chilean Patagonia. They were married in 2011, and after one year of deputation, with a newborn baby, they stepped out by faith to come to South America to plant the first independent Baptist church in Chilean Patagonia. It is called Bible Baptist Church of Coyhaique.

]]> The Sheridans’ ministry is nestled at the foot of the Andes in the capital of northern Chilean Patagonia. They were married in 2011, and after one year of deputation, with a newborn baby, they stepped out by faith to come to South America to plant the first independent Baptist church in Chilean Patagonia. It is called Bible Baptist Church of Coyhaique.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1969 38 full Bradley Edmondson | Medical Missions Outreach Bradley Edmondson | Medical Missions Outreach https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/bradley-edmondson-medical-missions-outreach/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/bradley-edmondson-medical-missions-outreach/#comments Mon, 12 Sep 2022 18:05:20 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/b5ce781f-9147-3a72-b11d-9b12b77b7cce Bradley Edmondson is the executive director of Medical Missions Outreach.

Medical Missions Outreach partners with Bible-believing churches around the world to evangelize the lost and disciple believers. Each patient that comes through their clinics will hear the beautiful message of the gospel, presented in their own language by a volunteer from that local church. 

]]> Bradley Edmondson is the executive director of Medical Missions Outreach.

Medical Missions Outreach partners with Bible-believing churches around the world to evangelize the lost and disciple believers. Each patient that comes through their clinics will hear the beautiful message of the gospel, presented in their own language by a volunteer from that local church. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2605 37 full Missionary Internship Missionary Internship https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-internship/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-internship/#comments Mon, 05 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/42bd017e-0ada-3b3b-a4c7-1c617a24c257 Erik and Josh discuss missionary internships, the pros and cons of hosting interns, and how to make the most of an internship.

]]> Erik and Josh discuss missionary internships, the pros and cons of hosting interns, and how to make the most of an internship.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2224 36 full Season 2 is here! Season 2 is here! https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/season-2-is-here/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/season-2-is-here/#comments Mon, 29 Aug 2022 09:12:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/9c3a7891-6ca7-37cf-be4a-24dca26346a8 Josh and Erik are back from their summer hiatus and recap how the Lord has worked in their respective ministries. 

]]> Josh and Erik are back from their summer hiatus and recap how the Lord has worked in their respective ministries. 

]]> Josh and Erik are back from their summer hiatus and recap how the Lord has worked in their respective ministries. Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1772 35 full Special Announcement Special Announcement https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/special-announcement/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/special-announcement/#comments Mon, 13 Jun 2022 12:22:44 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/451ef101-acfe-3ddb-9007-771ef768ced8 We are taking an 8 week hiatus. We will be back with a new season of episodes in August. We look forward to sharing more interviews and everything missionary! 

]]> We are taking an 8 week hiatus. We will be back with a new season of episodes in August. We look forward to sharing more interviews and everything missionary! 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 106 bonus Stephen Knickerbocker (part 2) Stephen Knickerbocker (part 2) https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/stephen-knickerbocker-part-2/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/stephen-knickerbocker-part-2/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:05:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/cff9b4c5-de70-3ee9-90c8-9353b0ce8dfd Stephen shares what life was like the first couple of years in Burkina Faso. We also discuss the various approaches he takes to sharing the gospel with people from differing religious backgrounds in his country. 

]]> Stephen shares what life was like the first couple of years in Burkina Faso. We also discuss the various approaches he takes to sharing the gospel with people from differing religious backgrounds in his country. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2437 34 full Stephen Knickerbocker Stephen Knickerbocker https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/stephen-knickerbocker/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/stephen-knickerbocker/#comments Mon, 30 May 2022 05:18:22 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/3d3ae277-32f0-3b7a-a2f0-cdf5242c8812 Stephen and his family serve in Burkina Faso. In this two-part interview, Stephen shares his experience of church planting in this difficult and needy mission field. 

 

To contact Stephen, write to knickinburkina@gmail.com

]]> Stephen and his family serve in Burkina Faso. In this two-part interview, Stephen shares his experience of church planting in this difficult and needy mission field. 

 

To contact Stephen, write to knickinburkina@gmail.com

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2958 33 full Dealing with Stress on the Mission Field (part 3) Dealing with Stress on the Mission Field (part 3) https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/dealing-with-stress-on-the-mission-field-part-3/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/dealing-with-stress-on-the-mission-field-part-3/#comments Mon, 23 May 2022 05:45:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/addcf69b-0700-38fd-a5ff-a0f831b11fbb Erik and Josh conclude their discussion of what causes stress on the mission field. They offer insight into what has helped them deal with the stress that comes with living in a foreign country.

]]> Erik and Josh conclude their discussion of what causes stress on the mission field. They offer insight into what has helped them deal with the stress that comes with living in a foreign country.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2602 31 full Erik shares a personal story of dealing with stress Erik shares a personal story of dealing with stress https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/erik-shares-a-personal-story-of-dealing-with-stress/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/erik-shares-a-personal-story-of-dealing-with-stress/#comments Mon, 16 May 2022 05:56:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e327232c-ce32-3a73-9802-e4a98102ece0 In this 3 part series on dealing with stress on the mission field, Erik shares a personal testimony of a stressful moment on the mission field and what the Lord taught him through it. 

]]> In this 3 part series on dealing with stress on the mission field, Erik shares a personal testimony of a stressful moment on the mission field and what the Lord taught him through it. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2422 32 full Dealing with Stress on the Mission Field Dealing with Stress on the Mission Field https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/dealing-with-stress-on-the-mission-field/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/dealing-with-stress-on-the-mission-field/#comments Mon, 09 May 2022 10:08:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/33285fa3-34ae-38fd-a242-f5a3d50a2303 Josh shares a personal experience of how a stressful situation worked out for the glory of God. 

]]> Josh shares a personal experience of how a stressful situation worked out for the glory of God. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2006 30 full Essential Elements for a Healthy Team (Part 03 in the Team Missions Series) Essential Elements for a Healthy Team (Part 03 in the Team Missions Series) https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/essential-elements-for-a-healthy-team-part-03-in-the-team-missions-series/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/essential-elements-for-a-healthy-team-part-03-in-the-team-missions-series/#comments Mon, 02 May 2022 10:17:29 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/723fe625-a290-3a38-b4fe-bdce3382faae Erik and Josh conclude their series on working on a team.

How well a team functions on the mission field can make or break a missionary. There are a few essential elements to cultivating a healthy team atmosphere: Trust, Task Conflict, Commitment to Decisions, Accountability, and Group Goals.

Article from the episode

The Missionary Perspective Podcast - YouTube

 

 

]]> Erik and Josh conclude their series on working on a team.

How well a team functions on the mission field can make or break a missionary. There are a few essential elements to cultivating a healthy team atmosphere: Trust, Task Conflict, Commitment to Decisions, Accountability, and Group Goals.

Article from the episode

The Missionary Perspective Podcast - YouTube

 

 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3561 29 full Working on a Team (part 2) Working on a Team (part 2) https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/working-on-a-team-part-2/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/working-on-a-team-part-2/#comments Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:39:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/ccf9415b-3ad0-37e6-a458-de0e2c5392e6 Under what conditions do Missionary Teams function effectively? In today's episode, Erik and Josh discuss a few essential elements needed to cultivate a healthy team atmosphere on the mission field.

These elements include trust, task conflict, commitment to decisions, accountability, and group goals. 

Be sure to subscribe to The Missionary Perspective Podcast over on YouTube

Link to the article mentioned in the episode:

(PDF) Good Teams, Bad Teams: Under What Conditions Do Missionary Teams Function Effectively? | David Dunaetz - Academia.edu

 

]]> Under what conditions do Missionary Teams function effectively? In today's episode, Erik and Josh discuss a few essential elements needed to cultivate a healthy team atmosphere on the mission field.

These elements include trust, task conflict, commitment to decisions, accountability, and group goals. 

Be sure to subscribe to The Missionary Perspective Podcast over on YouTube

Link to the article mentioned in the episode:

(PDF) Good Teams, Bad Teams: Under What Conditions Do Missionary Teams Function Effectively? | David Dunaetz - Academia.edu

 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3270 28 full Team Missions Team Missions https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/team-missions/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/team-missions/#comments Mon, 18 Apr 2022 07:59:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/50ab9a89-2d5a-32b5-9bdc-5e8357eddd25 Erik and Josh discuss the advantages and challenges of working as a team on the mission field.

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the advantages and challenges of working as a team on the mission field.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 4191 27 full Furlough Furlough https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/furlough/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/furlough/#comments Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/037bb871-2c4c-3e3c-a3a2-8a9a7ee9bbc9 Erik and Josh discuss the essential ministry of furlough. They share some tips on what to prepare for before you leave your field and how to communicate effectively when you report to your churches. 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the essential ministry of furlough. They share some tips on what to prepare for before you leave your field and how to communicate effectively when you report to your churches. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 4679 26 full Making the most of a Mission Trip Making the most of a Mission Trip https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/making-the-most-of-a-mission-trip/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/making-the-most-of-a-mission-trip/#comments Mon, 04 Apr 2022 10:24:16 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/dae8ea5c-2602-3240-82c1-05301751fcf9 Erik and Josh discuss the impact hosting and participating in a missions trip can have on your ministry and personal life.

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the impact hosting and participating in a missions trip can have on your ministry and personal life.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 4091 25 full How I Know I’m Called to Missions How I Know I’m Called to Missions https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/how-i-know-i-m-called-to-missions/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/how-i-know-i-m-called-to-missions/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2022 09:06:23 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/bff3df67-e9cf-3340-8c2c-738334baaa55 Erik and Josh discuss the Biblical call to preach and how to discern if you are called to go to the mission field.

 

Be sure to give us feedback. Leave a review, like and subscribe to our social media pages, or contact us by email at missionaryperspectivepodcast@gmail.com

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the Biblical call to preach and how to discern if you are called to go to the mission field.

 

Be sure to give us feedback. Leave a review, like and subscribe to our social media pages, or contact us by email at missionaryperspectivepodcast@gmail.com

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3949 24 full Missions Emphasis in the Local Church Missions Emphasis in the Local Church https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missions-emphasis-in-the-local-church/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missions-emphasis-in-the-local-church/#comments Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:25:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/3fc1d6fb-fc22-3e67-a8ae-c32886028ae8 Erik and Josh discuss the importance of preaching missions early in the process of church-planting. 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the importance of preaching missions early in the process of church-planting. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3257 23 full Interview with Julie Mead (Part 02) Interview with Julie Mead (Part 02) https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-julie-mead-part-02/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-julie-mead-part-02/#comments Mon, 14 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/2c53e111-4c0c-3836-baf3-a14f9e754cdc Josh and Julie share how they met and how the Lord worked in Julie's heart to prepare her for missionary work.

]]> Josh and Julie share how they met and how the Lord worked in Julie's heart to prepare her for missionary work.

]]> Josh and Julie share how they met and how the Lord worked in Julie’s heart to prepare her for missionary work. Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3100 22 full Julie Mead Julie Mead https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/julie-mead/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/julie-mead/#comments Mon, 07 Mar 2022 09:45:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/d02271e6-3418-39cf-a9a7-e9824b69011d Julie joins Josh to share her testimony about how God led her from growing up in Nova Scotia to serve in western Africa. 

]]> Julie joins Josh to share her testimony about how God led her from growing up in Nova Scotia to serve in western Africa. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2904 21 full Pastor Ryan Hayden Pastor Ryan Hayden https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/pastor-ryan-hayden/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/pastor-ryan-hayden/#comments Mon, 28 Feb 2022 18:39:11 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/96d8492a-25eb-3ccf-8fea-1101f465340b Ryan Hayden wears many hats. He is the pastor of Bible Baptist Church in Mattoon, Il. He is also a web developer and a podcast host. He has recently launched the website missionhosts.com which is best described as an "Air BnB for missionaries." Don't miss this episode!

]]> Ryan Hayden wears many hats. He is the pastor of Bible Baptist Church in Mattoon, Il. He is also a web developer and a podcast host. He has recently launched the website missionhosts.com which is best described as an "Air BnB for missionaries." Don't miss this episode!

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2055 20 full The Pros and Cons of Social Media Usage The Pros and Cons of Social Media Usage https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/the-pros-and-cons-of-social-media-usage/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/the-pros-and-cons-of-social-media-usage/#comments Mon, 21 Feb 2022 06:09:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/79856894-29e8-3e1d-8236-3d63bf294862 Erik and Josh discuss the pros and cons of using social media for both personal and ministry use.

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the pros and cons of using social media for both personal and ministry use.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2998 19 full Balancing Ministry and Family - Part 02 Balancing Ministry and Family - Part 02 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/balancing-ministry-and-family-part-02/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/balancing-ministry-and-family-part-02/#comments Mon, 14 Feb 2022 05:44:31 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/85d3a575-afe9-305f-b672-045cf5631a1b Josh and Erik finish their conversation on the unique challenges of balancing ministry and family life on the mission field. 

]]> Josh and Erik finish their conversation on the unique challenges of balancing ministry and family life on the mission field. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3745 18 full Missionary Matt Jones Missionary Matt Jones https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-matt-jones/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-matt-jones/#comments Sun, 06 Feb 2022 06:59:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/617e1230-bd0d-320d-b08f-1ce618d9fe51 Matt Jones is a missionary to Thailand. Along with his church planting work, Matt and his family work with MKs through an extensive Camp ministry.

Matt discusses some of the challenges Missionary Kids face and how parents and supporters can better prepare MKs to face these challenges head-on.

]]> Matt Jones is a missionary to Thailand. Along with his church planting work, Matt and his family work with MKs through an extensive Camp ministry.

Matt discusses some of the challenges Missionary Kids face and how parents and supporters can better prepare MKs to face these challenges head-on.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3848 17 full Missionary and Author Lonnie Hammons Missionary and Author Lonnie Hammons https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-and-author-lonnie-hammons/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-and-author-lonnie-hammons/#comments Mon, 31 Jan 2022 06:50:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/269b6ac8-f9bb-3584-88bb-db5424dc62cc Lonnie and his family serve in the Dominican Republic. Lonnie has also authored the book, "How To Become A Missionary: From Raising Your Hand To Boots On The Ground." 

If you would like more information about Earl and the Hammons Mission in the Dominican Republic, or if you are interested in contacting him to see about having him and his family come and do a World Missions Weekend in your church then check out his website.

www.HammonsMission.org

 

 

 

 

]]> Lonnie and his family serve in the Dominican Republic. Lonnie has also authored the book, "How To Become A Missionary: From Raising Your Hand To Boots On The Ground." 

If you would like more information about Earl and the Hammons Mission in the Dominican Republic, or if you are interested in contacting him to see about having him and his family come and do a World Missions Weekend in your church then check out his website.

www.HammonsMission.org

 

 

 

 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 1830 16 full Balancing Family and Ministry - Part 01 Balancing Family and Ministry - Part 01 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/balancing-family-and-ministry-part-01/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/balancing-family-and-ministry-part-01/#comments Mon, 24 Jan 2022 06:01:08 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/46f09879-56a7-341a-8f08-cfbc2f7abc67 Erik and Josh discuss the symbiotic relationship of family and ministry. 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the symbiotic relationship of family and ministry. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3027 15 full Interview with Matt Goins Interview with Matt Goins https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-matt-goins/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/interview-with-matt-goins/#comments Mon, 17 Jan 2022 07:00:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/bf41cd72-3662-325e-8e39-5af6ba9199bd Erik Johnson interviews missionary to Honduras, Matt Goins. Learn more of their ministry at www.teamhonduras.com

 

]]> Erik Johnson interviews missionary to Honduras, Matt Goins. Learn more of their ministry at www.teamhonduras.com

 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3354 14 full Books that have impacted us most Books that have impacted us most https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/books-that-have-impacted-us-most/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/books-that-have-impacted-us-most/#comments Mon, 10 Jan 2022 08:02:25 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/c22d61a2-61d4-3ef5-a67d-312c820e90c2 Erik and Josh discuss books that have made an impact in their life, especially in the area of missions.

]]> Erik and Josh discuss books that have made an impact in their life, especially in the area of missions.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3476 13 full Looking Back Before We Look Forward Looking Back Before We Look Forward https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/looking-back-before-we-look-forward/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/looking-back-before-we-look-forward/#comments Mon, 03 Jan 2022 08:52:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/be36e522-fcae-358f-829e-f63ee8bbc218 Erik and Josh discuss how they evaluate their past experiences in order to prepare and plan for future ministries. 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss how they evaluate their past experiences in order to prepare and plan for future ministries. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 4049 12 full Missionary Bob Mach Missionary Bob Mach https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-bob-mach/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-bob-mach/#comments Mon, 27 Dec 2021 06:44:12 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/ec9f7fef-3649-3333-a57b-7314094a3786 Bob and Becky Mach have served in Cote d’Ivoire, West Africa, since 1995.  Their four children, Bob, Marylyn, Morganne, and Lucien have grown up working in their parents’ ministries.  

They have established three churches in the cities of Bingerville and Man as well as in the village of Zanapledougou.  Other ministries include a Bible college and seminary, medical, sports and literacy programs.  In the future, they are planning to start a Christian school and open a medical clinic.  

]]> Bob and Becky Mach have served in Cote d’Ivoire, West Africa, since 1995.  Their four children, Bob, Marylyn, Morganne, and Lucien have grown up working in their parents’ ministries.  

They have established three churches in the cities of Bingerville and Man as well as in the village of Zanapledougou.  Other ministries include a Bible college and seminary, medical, sports and literacy programs.  In the future, they are planning to start a Christian school and open a medical clinic.  

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 4187 11 full Cultivating National Leadership - Part 02 Cultivating National Leadership - Part 02 https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/cultivating-national-leadership-part-02/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/cultivating-national-leadership-part-02/#comments Mon, 20 Dec 2021 05:01:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/8d6495eb-9943-3bca-89b9-4430910978fb Josh and Erik continue their discussion on the challenges and blessings of mentoring spiritual leaders in a cross-cultural context.

]]> Josh and Erik continue their discussion on the challenges and blessings of mentoring spiritual leaders in a cross-cultural context.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3724 10 full Cultivating National Leadership (part 01) Cultivating National Leadership (part 01) https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/cultivating-national-leadership-part-01-1639353834/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/cultivating-national-leadership-part-01-1639353834/#comments Mon, 13 Dec 2021 04:54:14 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/354ee1c5-4783-3e1c-8a9a-696bba62aa4a Josh and Erik discuss the challenges and blessings of mentoring spiritual leaders in a cross-cultural context.

]]> Josh and Erik discuss the challenges and blessings of mentoring spiritual leaders in a cross-cultural context.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3922 9 full Missionary Daniel Jenkins Interview Missionary Daniel Jenkins Interview https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-daniel-jenkins-interview/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/missionary-daniel-jenkins-interview/#comments Mon, 06 Dec 2021 05:04:36 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/ea75b491-0fbf-379a-ba5c-358f0641873f Daniel Jenkins and his family serve in The Gambia. Daniel shares how God led him to serve in The Gambia, some of the trials they have faced, and the many great opportunities to share the gospel in this Muslim majority country.

]]> Daniel Jenkins and his family serve in The Gambia. Daniel shares how God led him to serve in The Gambia, some of the trials they have faced, and the many great opportunities to share the gospel in this Muslim majority country.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3858 8 full Cross-Cultural Church-Planting in Senegal Cross-Cultural Church-Planting in Senegal https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/cross-cultural-church-planting-in-senegal/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/cross-cultural-church-planting-in-senegal/#comments Mon, 29 Nov 2021 06:48:04 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/7add8657-b14d-3eec-a624-51d231514c71 Josh shares his experience of planting a church in Senegal, West Africa.

]]> Josh shares his experience of planting a church in Senegal, West Africa.

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 4025 7 full A Thanksgiving Special A Thanksgiving Special https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/a-thanksgiving-special-1637781080/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/a-thanksgiving-special-1637781080/#comments Thu, 25 Nov 2021 06:09:37 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/bad68dbe-c86c-3b13-9678-d83ba4df24e0 Josh and Erik share what they are thankful for as missionaries. 

]]> Josh and Erik share what they are thankful for as missionaries. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 2016 6 full Church Planting -The Early Days Church Planting -The Early Days https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/church-planting-the-early-days/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/church-planting-the-early-days/#comments Mon, 22 Nov 2021 04:10:14 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/7ab83090-e9c5-3663-b00f-05e9314f1059 Erik and Josh discuss the lead-up to and the early days of their church planting efforts. 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the lead-up to and the early days of their church planting efforts. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3710 5 full The First Term The First Term https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/the-first-term/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/the-first-term/#comments Mon, 15 Nov 2021 05:20:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/4ddfa94a-a719-32d8-b25b-743027e247b0 Erik and Josh discuss their first term on the mission field and share some insight into how to best prepare for the challenges and blessings of the first few years of life on the foreign field. 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss their first term on the mission field and share some insight into how to best prepare for the challenges and blessings of the first few years of life on the foreign field. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3695 4 full Language Training Language Training https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-03-language-training/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-03-language-training/#comments Mon, 08 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0400 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/a4d74d20-5c0a-3cdd-98df-a2a7ead81c01 Many missionaries must learn a 2nd language to effectively communicate the gospel to the people God has called them to reach. Josh and Erik discuss their experience of learning a 2nd language and share principles that will help the missionary develop an effective approach to learning the language. 

]]> Many missionaries must learn a 2nd language to effectively communicate the gospel to the people God has called them to reach. Josh and Erik discuss their experience of learning a 2nd language and share principles that will help the missionary develop an effective approach to learning the language. 

]]> Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3427 3 full Deputation Deputation https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/deputation/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/deputation/#comments Mon, 01 Nov 2021 09:11:52 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/d87e4de4-7f2b-3979-89d8-b2fca5e03cbe Erik and Josh discuss the exciting yet often dreaded ministry of deputation. From the role of the sending church to developing your communication abilities, Josh and Erik share principles they learned from their experience of raising support through the ministry of deputation. 

 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the exciting yet often dreaded ministry of deputation. From the role of the sending church to developing your communication abilities, Josh and Erik share principles they learned from their experience of raising support through the ministry of deputation. 

 

]]> Erik and Josh discuss the exciting yet often dreaded ministry of deputation. Erik Johnson and Josh Mead false No 3408 2 full Introductions! Who we are. Introductions! Who we are. https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-01-introductions-who-we-are/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-01-introductions-who-we-are/#comments Mon, 25 Oct 2021 07:06:28 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/fc97eb62-b478-3ebf-a980-2c942f3eba93 missionaryperspectivepodcast false No 2820 1 full Episode 00 - Welcome to the Missionary Perspective Episode 00 - Welcome to the Missionary Perspective https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-00-welcome-to-the-missionary-perspective/ https://missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/e/episode-00-welcome-to-the-missionary-perspective/#comments Tue, 19 Oct 2021 17:07:24 -0300 missionaryperspectivepodcast.podbean.com/5d6a63ae-a133-36cc-990f-43dc85bc8782 Erik and I are excited to share with you this podcast. It’s our prayer that our discussions about life on the mission field will encourage you to become more engaged in missions. We trust this conversation will be a blessing to you as we relate topics in world evangelism from the missionary perspective.

]]> Erik and I are excited to share with you this podcast. It’s our prayer that our discussions about life on the mission field will encourage you to become more engaged in missions. We trust this conversation will be a blessing to you as we relate topics in world evangelism from the missionary perspective.

]]> You’re listening to the Missionary Perspective Podcast, with veteran missionaries Erik Johnson and Joshua Mead. We’re glad you could join us. We trust this podcast will be both a blessing and a challenge as we relate topics in world evangelism from the missionary perspective. missionaryperspectivepodcast false No 95 trailer