Best Jesse Goodwin Podcasts (2025)

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The Missionary Brain Under Pressure with Dr. Karl Lehman 56:13

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What’s really going on when you feel numb, irritable, or disconnected on the field—even when you’re doing what God has called you to do? Why do high-functioning workers sometimes shut down emotionally, pull away from others, or lose the ability to feel God’s presence? How does long-term pressure affect your brain—and what can you do to move toward …

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How Missionaries Can Build Kingdom Partnerships with Business Leaders (Encore Episode) 47:36

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What if the support you need is waiting on the other side of a bold conversation with the right person? Many missionaries feel unsure about how to connect with business leaders—and even more unsure about how to talk about money. But what if those very people are called to partner with you? In this encore episode, we revisit our conversation with Le…

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How to Lead Gen Z With Authority They’ll Actually Trust with Dr. Tim Elmore 57:40

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What if the pushback you're getting from Gen Z missionaries isn’t rebellion—but an invitation to lead differently? Many leaders are navigating cross-generational tension in missions, unsure how to guide and motivate a generation that values autonomy, mental health, and meaning over traditional hierarchies and hustle culture. In this conversation, l…

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The Restless Missionary and the Invitation to Be Whole Again with Cheryl Scanlan 1:01:24

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What happens when your identity in Christ feels solid, but deep down, you’re still exhausted, fragmented, and unsure who you really are? Many missionaries live in a cycle of spiritual striving and internal disintegration—even while faithfully serving. The result? Burnout, weariness, and a haunting sense that something is off, even if they can’t nam…

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What Missionary Kids Wish You Knew About Their Faith and Identity with Michéle Phoenix 45:24

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What are missionary kids really carrying—and what can adults do to help lighten the load? From the pressure to perform, to the fear of disappointing others, MKs often carry invisible expectations they didn’t choose and can’t always name. These burdens can shape everything from their identity to their view of God. In this conversation, we explore th…

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Making Mission Teams Work For You — Not Against You with Jesse & Andrea Kroeze 42:59

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Ever hosted a short-term mission team and wondered, Was that really worth it? Or maybe you're gearing up for your next one and already feeling the weight of logistics, expectations, and exhaustion. In this episode, Jesse and Andrea Kroeze—leaders of Touch the World and seasoned missionaries—offer a fresh take on how short-term teams can become a st…

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Integrating Oncology and Primary Care with Samantha Siegel, MD 58:27

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In this episode of Sick & Good, we meet with Dr. Samantha Siegel, an onco-primary care and survivorship physician at Kaiser Permanente, and a cancer survivor herself. As the Director of Cancer Survivorship at Kaiser San Francisco and cofounder of the PCP-ONC CARES program, Dr. Siegel is transforming how patients are supported from the moment of dia…

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The Questions Gen Z Won’t Stop Asking About Missions with Mark Matlock 45:36

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Gen Z is stepping onto the mission field with big questions on their hearts. Is missions moral? Does the West still have a role to play? How do you navigate support raising in today’s world? And what does healthy emotional and spiritual sustainability really look like? In this conversation, Mark Matlock—author, Insight Lead at Barna, and Executive …

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Good Ask vs God Ask: Next Level Support Raising with Dr. Steve Shadrach (Encore Episode) 51:41

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Are you frustrated by fundraising? Feeling stuck, under-supported, or embarrassed about the whole process? In this episode, Dr. Steve Shadrach, author of The God Ask and one of the leading voices in personal support raising, helps reframe fundraising not just as a financial task but as a deeply spiritual journey. With decades of experience mentorin…

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Dietitian CEU Bonus Episode: Thyroid Cancer Awareness & Management with Julia Diaz, RD 48:23

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Thyroid Cancer Awareness & Management: Recorded Bonus CEU Podcast Episode Start : 06/01/2025 End Date: 03/25/2028 Description: Registered Dietitian and thyroid cancer survivor Julia Diaz, RD combines her professional expertise and lived experience to guide dietitians in supporting thyroid cancer patients and survivors. This 0.75 CEU-eligible sessio…

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How to Be the Healthy Leader of a Healthy Team with Nic & Rachael Billman (Encore Episode) 52:03

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Do you ever struggle with knowing how to keep your team motivated? Especially when the work is hard, the stakes are high, and the pay is low (or non-existent)? How can you create a team culture of health from the top down? In this encore episode, we sit down with Nic and Rachael Billman, founders of Shores of Grace. They have spent over 14 years le…

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This One Shift Can Restore Your Spiritual Energy, Missionaries with Drs. Bill & Kristi Gaultiere 53:47

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Are you constantly pouring out but feeling spiritually depleted? You care deeply—for people, for God’s mission—but somewhere along the way, your soul has gone dry. What if one small shift could change everything? If you're thinking, "Empathy is overrated. People need tough love!" then this episode is especially for you. Drs. Bill and Kristi Gaultie…

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Secrets, Shame, and the Risk of Telling the Truth: The Silent Battles Missionaries Face with Dr. Janeen Davis 53:45

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Whether it’s pornography, mental health concerns, faith struggles, same-sex attraction, gambling, or emotional collapse—many missionaries are silently asking: What would happen if anyone knew? In this episode, Dr. Janeen Davis joins us to talk about the silent battles missionaries face—and what it takes to tell the truth when shame tells you to hid…

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Coping with Cancer with Mary Mathew, LMFT 34:10

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In this episode of the Sick & Good Podcast, we sit down with Mary Mathew, MA, LMFT licensed psychotherapist and founder of Beyond Cancer LA, a private practice dedicated to supporting cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. Mary shares insights from her recent presentation at the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation Conference, highlighting the emotio…

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What If Your Missionary Vision Suddenly Changes? with Jonathan & Amanda Vining 47:45

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You felt sure. God gave you a vision, you raised the funds, you moved overseas. But then things didn’t go as planned. The vision changed—or maybe you changed. In this episode, Jonathan and Amanda Vining share their powerful story of navigating unexpected shifts, how they learned to walk with God in uncertainty, and why vision isn’t a one-time downl…

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Fundraising Strategies That Actually Work Today with Mary Valloni & Mike Kim 48:41

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How’s your fundraising working for you right now? Do you feel stuck? Are the methods you're using just not connecting with supporters anymore? In this episode, fundraising expert Mary Valloni and branding strategist Mike Kim share modern, proven strategies missionaries can use to fully fund their ministry without awkward sales pitches or burnout. L…

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Escaping the Missionary Productivity Trap with Amy Young 50:19

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Do you ever feel like you’re running hard in ministry but still falling behind? Missionary life can be an endless swirl of urgent needs, unfinished to-do lists, and pressure to prove your worth through results. In this episode, Amy Young of Global Trellis helps unpack the hidden productivity trap that drains your energy—and the surprising shift tha…

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The Art of Deep Listening: Learn to Listen on a Level You Didn't Know Was Possible with Cheryl Scanlan, MCC (Encore Episode) 58:35

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Today’s encore episode is a masterclass in deep listening from executive coach, Cheryl Scanlan, a master certified coach and founder of Promised Land Living. Cheryl has trained more than 3,000 coaches and has 15,000 hours of coaching experience. Her ability to hear the hearts of her clients is unparalleled and consistently leads to dramatic growth …

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Managing Money on the Mission Field Without Losing It with Vonna Laue 41:01

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Do finances feel overwhelming, confusing, or just plain exhausting? Wondering how to run a budget, set up a nonprofit, or stay financially accountable, without a finance degree? We’ve got you covered. In this episode, financial expert and missions CFO Vonna Laue joins us to share down-to-earth wisdom on how missionaries can manage money well, witho…

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The 5 Stages of the Missionary Life Cycle with Jonathan & Elizabeth Trotter (Encore Episode) 49:38

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What makes a strong family culture on the mission field? How do you keep your values intact when everything around you is shifting? And is it possible to raise emotionally healthy kids overseas—without losing yourself in the process? In this episode, Jonathan and Elizabeth Trotter spill the tea about the joys and challenges of parenting abroad. Fro…

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Struggling Spiritually? Attachment Theory Might Explain Why With Geoff & Cyd Holsclaw 49:38

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Have you ever felt like you were doing all the right things spiritually—reading, praying, serving—but still felt disconnected from God? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Geoff & Cyd Holsclaw—pastors, authors, and spiritual formation experts—walk us through the Landscapes of the Soul, a transformative framework rooted in attachment theory th…

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What It's Really Like to Raise Kids With Special Needs on the Mission Field 47:43

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What happens when your missionary journey includes parenting a child with special needs?How do you handle therapy, schooling, and support in a cross-cultural setting? How do you balance your calling with your kid’s unique needs? In this very raw, hope-filled panel conversation, Stephanie, along with two missionary couples, the Maurers and Wurdemans…

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When Missionaries Get Angry (and What to Do About It) with Erik Troyer 55:14

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Have you ever felt angry on the mission field—and then guilty for it? You’re not alone. From cultural clashes to team tension to the things that just shouldn’t be, anger surfaces—and it often comes with a side of shame. In this deeply honest conversation, counselor Erik Troyer helps us reframe our understanding of anger, not as something to suppres…

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What Really Happens When Missionaries Return From the Field with Shonna Ingram 53:42

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Shonna Ingram is a missionary care specialist with over 17 years of experience supporting cross-cultural workers through transitions and trauma recovery. She serves as a Trauma Care and Career Transition Specialist with Pioneer Bible Translators and is the founder of Re-entry Experts, an organization offering coaching, resources, and community coho…

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Rural Cancer Care with Jess Piper, LICSW 48:16

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Jess shares her work as a social worker specializing in rural care at NaviCare. She he highlights rural health and the pivots to telehealth and how the pandemic has resulted in a resurgence of patients come back for cancer treatment. We explore ethical and moral dilemmas in treating patients in rural areas and the contribution to fragmented care. J…

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Help Me Understand My Cross-Cultural Teammates with I'Ching Thomas 47:36

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Ever felt misunderstood, sidelined, or frustrated by a teammate who just sees things differently? Serving on a cross-cultural team on the field can be one of the most rewarding—and challenging—parts of missionary life. In this episode, cross-cultural leadership expert I’Ching Thomas shares practical wisdom and real-life stories to help long-term te…

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Let's Talk About Missionaries and Addiction with Ian Morgan Cron 51:19

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Are you trying to hold it all together while quietly falling apart inside? Do you ever feel like you can’t afford to be honest about your struggles—especially as a missionary leader? In this powerful conversation with Ian Morgan Cron, author of The Fix, we dive into the hidden world of addiction among missionaries—and not just the obvious kinds. Fr…

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5 Mistakes Missionaries Make in Their Finances With Keith Webb 49:35

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Feel like your finances are always playing catch-up? Wondering how to plan for the future when you're just trying to make it through the month? In this financial masterclass for missionaries, Dr. Keith Webb brings both wisdom and lived experience to the table. After two decades on the field and years training missionary coaches, Keith shares the to…

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Is My Missionary Marriage Going to Make It? With Danny & Stephanie Leigh Gutierrez (Encore Episode) 53:50

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Marriage on the mission field can be one of your greatest sources of strength—or one of your biggest stressors. In this powerful conversation with Danny and Stephanie Gutierrez, hosted by Amy Young, we get real about the challenges missionary couples face and the hope available even when things feel messy. Whether you’re in crisis or just need to r…

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Am I Called to Be a Missionary? With Marvin Slaton (Encore Episode) 32:59

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Have you ever been asked, “How did you know you were called to be a missionary?” Or maybe you’re the one wrestling with that question right now. This episode with Marvin Slaton is more than a conversation—it’s a practical resource you can share with friends, family, or future missionaries to help them discern their calling. Marvin and Stephanie bre…

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Parenting Neurodivergent Kids on the Mission Field with Jenilee Goodwin 46:47

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What if your child can’t “just push through” like the other MKs? What if loud music, long travel days, or even sticky hands after a meal in community send them into sensory overload? And what if… God still called your family, with all its unique challenges, to the mission field? In this very honest and beautifully grounded episode, Jenilee Goodwin—…

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Why Missionaries Who Lead With Humility Last Longer with Dr. Josh Wymore 43:47

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What if humility is the key to real leadership influence—and not a weakness to overcome? How do you lead with confidence while fully owning your flaws and limits? In this powerful conversation with Dr. Josh Wymore, executive coach and author of Humbler Leadership, we explore why missionaries who lead with humility don’t just serve better—they last …

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The 7 Primal Questions for Missionaries: What's Yours? with Mike Foster 51:16

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Have you ever found yourself reacting bigger than the moment called for—and not really knowing why? Or maybe you’re trying to be the best parent, teammate, or leader you can be, but something keeps tripping you up. In this episode, we talk with Mike Foster about the seven primal questions that shape how we show up in life and relationships. This co…

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Help With Culture Clashes and Crashes with Dr. Linda Saunders 49:55

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Ever found yourself confused by cultural “rules” you didn’t even know you were breaking? Wondering why some of your most sincere efforts aren’t landing the way you hoped? And how do you build real connection when it feels like you're speaking a different language—even when you're technically not? In this perspective-shifting episode, we talk with D…

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The 7 Types of Rest Every Missionary Needs with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith 40:57

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Why do you still feel exhausted, even after you rest? What if the kind of rest you think you need isn’t the one that will actually restore you? In this episode, Dr. Sandra Dalton-Smith unpacks the seven types of rest, and they are going to completely change the way you think about fatigue and burnout. As a physician, Dr. Dalton-Smith has seen first…

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Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Research with Caroline Dorfman, PhD 42:49

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Dr. Caroline Dorfman, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in the Duke University School of Medicine. Caroline has conducted extensive AYA cancer research and offers her findings on topics of pain, fatigue, distress and sexual reproductive health. We examine barriers for onco-fertility and reproduct…

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What No One Tells Missionaries About Giving Birth Abroad with Chandler Gilow 43:22

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What if one of the biggest ministry transitions isn’t a move to a new country, but welcoming a baby into your family—far from home? How do you navigate prenatal care, birth plans, and cultural expectations in a foreign medical system? In this episode, Chandler Gilow, founder of The Global Birth Coach, shares insights from her own overseas birth exp…

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Team Conflict on the Mission Field with Dr. Janeen Davis (Encore Episode) 43:00

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Unresolved team conflict is one of the biggest reasons missionaries decide to leave the mission field prematurely. How can we grow in this critical area? Dr. Janeen Davis has made it her life's work to help teams actively pursue peace. She joins us to uncover the myths and attitudes we unconsciously hold about conflict resolution that keep us miser…

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How Hidden Anxiety Secretly Shapes Missionary Work Without You Knowing with Steve Cuss 51:24

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What if the biggest threat to your ministry isn’t your workload, but your own anxiety? Have you ever found yourself over-functioning, trying to manage others' emotions, or carrying the weight of unrealistic expectations? In this episode, Steve Cuss unpacks how chronic anxiety sneaks into leadership, relationships, and ministry—often without us real…

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How Missionaries Can Grow Their Fundraising Network with Russell Cooper & Deb Evans 47:58

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Are you struggling to expand your support network? Do you feel like you’ve already asked everyone you know and aren’t sure where to turn next? What if there were dozens of potential partners hiding in plain sight—just waiting for an invitation to be part of your mission? In this episode, we sit down with Russell Cooper and Deb Evans from Tailored F…

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The Truth About TCKs You Probably Don't Know With Tanya Crossman 48:29

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Have you ever wondered how growing up overseas shapes a child—both the good and the challenging? What if some of the struggles TCKs face could be prevented with the right support? And as a missionary parent, how do you balance your own well-being while making sure your kids are emotionally cared for? In this episode, from her research of more than …

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The Secret to Uniting Generations on Your Team with Dr. Tim Elmore (Encore Episode) 43:02

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Are generational differences making teamwork tricky on your missions team? Do you find yourself navigating the unique perspectives of Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z…and wondering how on earth to bring everyone together? You’re not alone! Join us for a conversation with Dr. Tim Elmore, author and founder of Growing Leaders, as we dive into pra…

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Pediatric Brain Cancer with Mary Baron Nelson, PhD, RN, CPNP 33:29

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Mary Baron Nelson, PhD, RN, CPRP, is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Keck Medical School at USC. She imparts her previous clinical and research experience as a Nurse Practitioner at the Children Hospital Los Angeles in studying brain injury from childhood cancer treatment and names neurocognitive and psychosocial late effects of brain cance…

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The Hardest Part of Missionary Life and How to Overcome It with David Joannes 47:18

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IT'S OUR 100th EPISODE! And we've got a great one for you today, listeners! What makes someone pack up their life, move across the world, and step into the unknown for the sake of the gospel? How do missionaries keep going when the sacrifices pile up and the rewards feel far away? Missionaries—you know you’re unique, but do you know how? What sets …

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Help! How Do I Do My Taxes as a Missionary? with Maggie Walker & Brooke Calhoun 43:43

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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by tax season as a missionary? Wondering if you should opt out of Social Security? Confused about how 1099s, housing allowances, and foreign-earned income exclusions actually work? In this episode, CPAs Maggie Walker and Brooke Calhoun break down everything missionaries need to know about taxes—from maximizing tax ben…

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6 Reasons Missionaries Should Use Social Media with Brian Barcelona 40:35

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Is social media just a distraction—or could it also be one of the most powerful tools for spreading the gospel? Is it possible to use it effectively without falling into the trap of performance and pride? Brian Barcelona shares how he and his team at One Voice have reached millions with the gospel through digital evangelism, the unexpected ways God…

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Why Fundraising Is Essential to a Missionary’s Spiritual Formation with Heather Winchell & Andy Brennan 47:51

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What does fundraising have to do with spiritual formation? You’re about to find out! Maybe you have been approaching fundraising as just another task on your missionary to-do list. We’ve all been there! But what if it’s not just about the money? Could fundraising actually be a tool God uses to transform you? Heather Winchell and Andy Brennan of Pro…

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5 Questions to Launch Missionaries Into the New Year with Marvin Slaton 44:11

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What might God be calling you to start, stop, or step into this year? What if asking the right questions could launch you into the most impactful year of your life? In this episode, we give you an activity you can do today to launch you strong into the new year! Marvin Slaton, executive director of Modern Day Missions, shares five profound question…

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Help for Stressed Out Missionaries with Kristi Gaultiere 51:12

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Are you feeling overwhelmed, unsure if your stress is too much—or maybe not enough? Wondering how to find a healthy rhythm for the demands of missionary life? In this episode, Dr. Kristi Gaultiere joins us to unpack the reality of stress and how it impacts missionaries uniquely. We look at the difference between healthy and unhealthy stress, how to…

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Doing the Impossible in Missions with Rod Plummer 50:12

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Join us for an unforgettable conversation with Rod Plummer, a missionary and church planter in Japan for over 20 years. Rod shares the incredible story of how he and his wife, Viv, and their family and team became part of a wave of God’s movement in one of the world’s most challenging mission fields. You’ll be amazed at some of the approaches the P…