The Sent Life

What Does the Christmas Story Teach Us About God's Mission? - EP174

Unfortunately, it is easy to grow numb to the wonder of the Christmas story. In this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan reflect on the astonishing reality of Jesus’ incarnation and ask what the greatest story ever told reveals about the mission of God. Join this special holiday conversation as they draw out missional insights from the Christmas narrative and invite you to marvel again at God’s heart for the nations.

Should Missionaries Celebrate American and Christian Holidays on the Field? - EP173

Holidays have a way of bringing out our nostalgia and moving us emotionally. And for Christians, days like Christmas and Easter are packed with meaning. But what happens when you’re a missionary, serving somewhere your favorite holidays aren’t on anyone else’s calendar? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan dive into what it really feels like to celebrate these special days far from home and why holidays matter so much, even on the mission field. Tune in for a thoughtful conversation about the benefits of maintaining holiday festivities, no matter where you are!

A Scary Task: Raising Kids to Obey the Great Commission with Meredith Cook - EP172

If you’re a parent, the idea of your kids growing up and leaving home can feel a little scary. But as Christians, we also know that following Jesus means joining Him in His Great Commission. So how can parents help their kids grow into this kind of obedience that may even lead them to dangerous places? In this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan chat with Meredith Cook about practical ways to raise kids who love and live on mission with Jesus. Don’t miss this encouraging conversation on The Sent Life!
 
Resources:
"Resources to Help Teach Your Kids About Missions" - https://www.meredithcook.net/resources-for-teaching-kids-about-missions
Go Tell Everyone: 9 Missionaries Who Shared the Good News by Meredith Cook - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1430083557?psc=1&language=en_US 

Language Learning: An Act of Love with Dr. Todd Borger - EP171

In an age where we can translate things in a moment's notice, why should missionaries study language at all? Is this simply an archaic practice we should leave behind? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan talk with Dr. Todd Borger about his experience as a missionary in Indonesia. Join us as we talk about the increasing value of learning the local language and how missionaries can begin to enjoy this process.

How Do I Find People Groups in My City? - EP170

People from all around the world are moving to the U.S., and as Christians, we believe that we have an opportunity and a responsibility to reach the nations right next door. But how do we even go about finding these people groups in our very own communities? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan talk about how to go about finding diaspora communities in your own city. Whether you are a church leader or are simply interested in reaching internationals with the Gospel, this conversation is geared towards helping you take the first steps to reaching the nations next door.

What About the Places We Can't Go? - EP169

We know that Jesus told us to go to all the nations, but the reality is that there are places where it seems impossible for us to go for a variety of reasons. What do we do about these people groups? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan talk philosophy and strategy of reaching seemingly impossible places with the Gospel.
 
Pray for Unreached People Groups:
Unreached of the Day (Joshua Project) - https://www.joshuaproject.net/pray/unreachedoftheday/today
People Groups - https://peoplegroups.org/ 

From Strangers... to Journeyman Partners with Lydia and Jade - EP168

What is it like being ministry partners overseas with someone you just met? And what are some principles and practices that help you to get along with this person as you do life and ministry together daily? On this episode of The Sent Life, Keelan talks with two returned Journeymen, Lydia and Jade, who served together on a team in South Asia. Join us this week as we continue the conversation about teaming on the mission field.

Am I Called to Persuade People to Believe? with Walter Bowen - EP167

What does the Bible mean when it talks about persuading and reasoning with people? And what implications does this have for missions and evangelism? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott sits down with Walter Bowen to talk about receptivity and persuasion in Gospel ministry.

When Team Feels Like Family with Elizabeth Andrews - EP166

Team dynamics are often cited as one of the main reasons missionaries return from the mission field. But what does it look like to have a healthy and unified missionary team? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott sits down with missionary Elizabeth Andrews to talk about her testimony of a positive team experience on the field. Join us as Elizabeth shares insights from her team experience and some of the principles that helped them to work together in unity.

How Are Southern Baptists Reaching Unreached & Unengaged People Groups? with John Pratt - EP165

Jesus tells us to take the Gospel to the ends of the earth. But how do we reach the unreached and unengaged with the Gospel of Jesus Christ? On this episode of The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan sit down with missionary John Pratt to talk about the IMB's initiative to find and reach the unreached, unengaged people groups of the world. Tune in for a powerful and encouraging conversation with one of the IMB's first Project 3000 missionaries!