The Practical Missions Podcast 

Pod # 29 50 Years in Missions

I’ve never wanted to quit….more than three or four times….a day

Today on the Pod, I talk to a guy who has been in missions for nearly 50 years. Some people get brittle and angry as they get older, but not this guy, he is genuine and humble and has a lot to teach us. Get out your notepad and pen, this is a great interview. 

Timeline

  • 00:00 Intro
  • 01:00 How have missions changed over the last 50 years? 
  • 09:10 Has there been a shift in the message of missions?
  • 18:44 What has the role of prayer been in your life?
  • 29:40 How have dealt with despair over your lifetime?
  • 34:55 What is the secret to your longevity?
  • 39:00 What kind of advice do you have for the worker who feels like a failure?

Resources Mentioned in this Pod 

Give up the Purple 

Listen on: Apple Podcast | Spotify

The natural vitality is slowly ebbing away. But I want to be as faithful as possible as long as I can. And it just means I have to hold on to Christ tighter.

50 Years in Missions

Pod # 29 50 Years in Missions

I’ve never wanted to quit….more than three or four times….a day

Today on the Pod, I talk to a guy who has been in missions for nearly 50 years. Some people get brittle and angry as they get older, but not this guy, he is genuine and humble and has a lot to teach us. Get out your notepad and pen, this is a great interview. 

The natural vitality is slowly ebbing away. But I want to be as faithful as possible as long as I can. And it just means I have to hold on to Christ tighter.

Listen on: Apple Podcast | Spotify

Timeline

  • 00:00 Intro 
  • 01:00 How have missions changed over the last 50 years?  
  • 09:10 Has there been a shift in the message of missions? 
  • 18:44 What has the role of prayer been in your life? 
  • 29:40 How have dealt with despair over your lifetime? 
  • 34:55 What is the secret to your longevity? 
  • 39:00 What kind of advice do you have for the worker who feels like a failure? 

Resources Mentioned in this Pod 

Give up the Purple 

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