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The Coworkers Podcast
Do you want to grow in teaming with others to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ? Do you want to help others embrace their unique roles in the work? God wants to use all believers in powerful and diverse ways in His mission. In this podcast, we dig into the Bible, hear from fruitful coworkers around the world, and share practical tools from our almost 20 years of missions experience. Join us on The Coworkers Podcast... Where Every Believer is a Coworker in God's mission.
Episodes
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Are You Convinced... That the Bible is the Inerrant and Authoritative Word of God? (with Dr. Danny Akin)
All believers, and particularly those in full time ministry, must be convinced of the inerrancy and authority of Scripture. Listen in as Dr. Danny Akin…
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Are You Convinced... That Disciple-Making and Church-Planting are the Biblical Priority of Missions? (With Andy Kampman)
People have many different ideas of "mission work," so we must define missions according to the Bible. Listen in as Andy Kampman, a passionate missions leader…
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Preparing TCKs for College, Work, and Their Home Culture - with Chesed Dent
TCKs will face many challenges as they adjust to life in their home (passport) country after high school: college classes and campus life, learning to drive…
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When You Feel Tired, Numb, and Unmotivated (and Don't Know Why)
I (Shanee) have been going through a season of tiredness, lack of motivation, and just feeling "numb" and unengaged from life, relationships, and the work…
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Are You Convinced... That Hell is Real and Just?
Many people (understandably!) struggle with the reality of hell as a place of eternal torment for those who do not trust in Christ. How should we live with…
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Are You Convinced... That Jesus is the Only Way to Salvation?
The first episode in our "Are You Convinced" series: foundational and hard truths that disciple-makers and missionaries (and really every Christian) must be…
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Best Practices and Encouragement for Language Learning with Zach and Amy
Language learning is inherently difficult, and requires 1000's of hours of hard work. In this episode, missionary leaders Zach and Amy share best practices…
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Identity Part 2: How to Work Joyfully, Manage all the Responsibilities, and Fight Comparison
We are continuing the discussion on missionary identity. Embracing our foundational identity as a beloved of child of God is transformational AND our…
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Where Does My Worth Come From? Discussing Missionary Identity with Seba V
Many times it is hard for us missionaries to know our source of identity and worth, and in this episode field worker and leader Seba V from London shares a…
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Matt Chandler on Fame and Fruitfulness
How can we determine true fruitfulness in someone's life, when their most important ministry may be unseen by others? How should we prioritize public and…
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Prep for Senders: 6 Priorities for Churches that Send
Listen in as we share 6 ways for your church to grow in having a love for the nations, participating in the mission, and sending missionaries to the field…
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Prep for Goers: 8 Steps for Becoming a Missionary Team Leaders Want on their Teams!
How should goers prepare for mission work in their last months before moving overseas? Listen in as we discuss 8 ways to prepare: Pursue the Lord; Pursue the…
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Keys to Healthy Partnerships with Nationals - with Ben H in East Asia
Ben H and his family have been serving in East Asia for more than 17 years, and are now at the point of forming missions agencies with the Chinese church to…
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The Preeminence of Christ in our Spiritual Health Part 2- Enjoying His Presence
If spiritual health is having more of the Holy Spirit, then how can we position ourselves to experience more of Him? Two essentials are obeying God and loving…
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The Preeminence of Christ in Our Spiritual Health Part 1 - Keeping His Word
If spiritual health is having more of the Holy Spirit, then how can we position ourselves to experience more of Him? Two essentials are obeying God and loving…
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The Preeminence of Christ in our Family Lives with Jennifer D
How do we have healthy, joyful family lives in the midst of busy, stressful ministry lives? Jennifer D, a missionary (and wife and mom!) of over 17 years in…
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The Preeminence of Christ in Our Mental and Emotional Health with Vance Pitman
Engaging in ministry is signing up for more "stressors" in our lives, but how we respond to those stressors is up to us! Listen in as Pastor Vance Pitman…
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The Preeminence of Christ in Suffering with Becca M
How can we make Christ preeminent in our lives in the midst of heartbreaking circumstances? Listen in as our dear friend and coworker Becca M shares how God…
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The Preeminence of Christ in our Physical Health with Brandy G
The Bible teaches that our bodies are created purposefully by God in His image, are gifts from Him, are wasting away and fail us, and that we are to glorify…
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Should We Want Big Numbers in Ministry?
Reporting "big numbers" (of baptisms, churches, etc.) seems to result in controversy, and many Christians are hesitant to openly pursue the salvation of…
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The Honor of Carrying Others' Burdens in Their Darkest Seasons
When our loved ones are going through difficult seasons, God commands us to carry their burdens alongside them. Even Jesus wanted his closest friends with him…
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How Legitimate Does My Platform Need to Be for Me to Live with Integrity? (and Answering the "What Do You Do Here?" Question)
New missionaries on the field often experience anxiety over the legitimacy of their platform and what to say when people ask them what they do. Listen in as we…
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Homeschool, National School, or International School: How to Decide What's Best for Your Family
Choosing the best schooling option for your child in a new culture is a big decision! Listen in as Danielle and Michelle share from their years of experience…
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April Helps Us Middle-Aged Caucasians Recruit People Different Than Us
Listen in as April N, a single woman serving in South Asia, shares ways we can mobilize and team with people different than us. April is from a family of…
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The Key to Happy Headship and Submission in Marriage
Submission in marriage is a hot-button issue fraught with all kinds of baggage! Yet we know that God has a beautiful plan for marriage! Listen in as we share…
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Fighting Self-Sufficiency and Pursuing Dependence with Kari
We know we SHOULD be desperate for God every day and live in dependence on His strength and grace, but many times we fall into self-sufficiency. Listen in as…
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When You're Discouraged and Tired of Sin (Yours and/or Others')
All believers have seasons of discouragement or despair over the reality of sin in the world - sometimes our personal sin; sometimes the sin of others.' How…
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Church on the Mission Field: Join One, Start One, or What?
How should missionaries relate to local churches? Should we just try to be a good member of a local church? How does our calling effect that membership? As the…
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Leading a Global Missions Agency with Paul and Michelle
Paul and Michelle lead one of the largest global missions agencies in the world. Listen in as they share what God is doing globally, how to remain humble as…
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Fighting Entitlement with Pastor Michael Cloer
Don't ever try to bargain with God, or you'll end up cheating yourself. Don't try to keep your own books and remind God what you've done; He knows. Don't focus…
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"Am I Working Hard Enough" Part 2 with Jarod D
Listen in as we discuss diligence, effectiveness, scheduling, and work ethic with Jarod, a missionary leader in East Asia.
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"Am I Working Hard Enough?" Part 1
How should missionaries (and people in full time ministry) think about work? How do we work hard while resting in gospel truths? What does the New Testament…
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How to Overcome Tragedy on the Field
Learn from *Heidi, a missionary leader with 25 years field experience, how God is faithful to help us overcome every difficulty we face on the field, even the…
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Is Money the Devil in Missions - Part 2 (Practical Tips)
In Part 1, we laid a biblical foundation on giving. In Part 2, we dig into some cross-cultural differences in dealing with money, and share practical tips for…
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Is Money the Devil in Missions - Part 1
Learning how to deal with money in a responsible, wise, and generous way can be difficult for workers on the field. Listen in as we share biblical truths on…
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Singleness: An Opportunity, Not a Liability (with Samantha and Julie)
Listen in as missionary leaders Samantha G and Julie P share from their 10+ years of field experience on how singles can serve, lead, and thrive on the field…
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Don't Waste Your Women with Craig and Danielle
Listen in as Craig and Danielle, missionary leaders in South Asia with over a decade of experience, share best practices for equipping and empowering women in…
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Jacob and Elisabeth on the Church in a Time of War
In the midst of great danger and chaos, the Ukrainian church is continuing to gather regularly and minister to their communities. Listen in as Jacob and…
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From Shame to Radiance
Shame is a universal emotion, but God does not want His beloved children to live in ongoing shame. Listen in for 3 necessities to be delivered from shame- Know…
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Shame: What Does the Bible Actually Say About It?
Shame and being set free from shame is such a hot topic, in both Christian and secular circles. Resources abound, but what does the Bible actually say? As we…
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What to Do When You Want an Escape (According to Psalms)
I (Shanee) am sharing one of my biggest lessons from studying the Psalms in 2021- God is our refuge and wants us to run to Him with our guilt, shame, fear, and…
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When You Get Beat Up for the Gospel
W, E, and their children have been serving in South Asia the last 9 years and leading several missionary teams. Four years ago, during an evangelistic outreach…
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Celebrating Thousands of Maturing Disciples with Glenn and Rhonda
Over the last several years, God has been saving thousands of people in one state in South Asia - all glory to God! Glenn and Rhonda have led out in this work…
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The Light to the Nations: Gospel Progress and Global Worship in 2021
For more info on People Group research mentioned in the episode, visit: https://peoplegroups.org/ For info on Global cities, visit: https://radiusglobal.org/
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How NOT to Talk to Your Hindu Friends (with Kirthi)
Kirthi grew up in a Hindu family in the US, was saved at the age of 24, and has been serving with her family in South Asia for the last 6 years. In this…
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Why Should Missionaries Report on Baptisms and Churches?
Should missionaries keep track of baptisms, new churches, UUPG's, etc.? Should they publish these reports to their supporters and the public? Is this…
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How Do You Know If Your Church Is Healthy?
There are many books out there with varying requirements for church health. The New Testament describes churches as maturing and growing over time - as the…
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When Can I Call This a Church?
What is a biblical definition - or the requirements - for a group of believers to be called a church? What is the difference between church health and church…
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Gray and Brandy on Oneness in Marriage
Gray and Brandy are dear friends and coworkers with 12 years of experience on the field, 5 kids, and a vibrant marriage that they continue to work on. Listen…
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Heart Work: Parenting
We are sharing with you how we are learning to pursue our children's hearts - especially when they are in the middle of negative emotions such as sadness…
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Seth and Denise on Parenting on the Field
Parenting is hard anywhere, but the mission field brings its own unique parenting challenges. Listen in as Christian counselors Seth and Denise share helpful…
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Trevor Joy on the Unreached, Urgency, and Movements
Trevor Joy is the Executive Pastor of Sending at the Village Church in Flower Mound, TX. Listen in as he shares his passion for the unreached, why his church…
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Chuck Lawless on Wrestling with Doctrine and Urgency
Dr. Chuck Lawless is Professor of Evangelism and Missions at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, the head of Theological Consultants for the…
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Heart Work: Abiding
In Part 4 of our Heart Work series, we dig into John 15:1-11, the beautiful illustration of a vine and its branches that represents our constant, vital…
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Heart Work: Idolatry
Idolatry: Turning to anything in our life as a substitute for God. It’s not so much the sinfulness of the thing; it’s the position we give it in our lives. The…
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Heart Work: Motivation
Listen to part 2 of our summer series on "heart work-" common issues for those in ministry. What keeps us motivated and excited for disciple-making? Listen in…
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Heart Work: Selfish Ambition
This is the first episode in a summer series on "heart work," addressing common heart issues for those in ministry. Selfish ambition is the inner desire to be…
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Fighting Spiritual Battles in Life and Ministry with Susan Lafferty
Susan Lafferty has served with her husband Todd in missions leadership for several years in South Asia, and currently Todd is the EVP with one of the largest…
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New Testament Norms Part 4: Prayer
Our 4th and final NT norm is the centrality of prayer in the life of the early church. Listen in as we share 4 "P" observations on prayer - It was a Priority…
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New Testament Norms Part 3: The Word
We continue our series on norms in the early church with "The Word." The Word (or a synonym for the Word) is mentioned at least once in every chapter in Acts…