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God On The Move Podcast
Explore the pulse of global mission with ‘God on the Move’—a new Lausanne Movement podcast dedicated to uncovering and celebrating inspiring stories from the global church with the global church. Join us as we delve into the heart of God’s work worldwide, aiming to ignite a passion for the Great Commission within you. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and propelled into faithful obedience alongside believers from every corner of the earth.
01. Divine Wisdom to Bring the New Testament to Greece
Divine Wisdom to Bring the New Testament to Greece Janet Sewell talks about Operation Joshua. This Hellenic Ministries project has distributed New Testaments to households in rural Greece for the past 15 years, employing heavenly wisdom to expand...
02. Grace Amidst War: Testimonies from Eastern Congo
Grace Amidst War: Testimonies from Eastern Congo Eraston K. Kighoma and CJ Davison delve into the role of Christ’s followers amidst global conflict, spotlighting the war-torn Democratic Republic of the Congo. They unveil insights from the...
03. Finding the Kingdom of God in Our Neighbourhoods
Finding the Kingdom of God in Our Neighbourhoods Samuel and Ruth Kamminga share their experience of living in Bethnal Green, a neighbourhood in East London. It is a challenging place where they open their home and hearts to residents, actively...
04. Expanding Missions in Minecraft, One Block at a Time
Expanding Missions in Minecraft, One Block at a Time Lily Chia founded Land of Promise, a Minecraft server, tells her story of how she aims to share the gospel message within the user community of the most historically popular video game to bring...
05. The Church’s Uphill Path for Growth in Nepal
The Church’s Uphill Path for Growth in Nepal Indra BM shares his story as a church planter and pastor in Nepal, talking about the challenges and opportunities Christians face in this predominantly Hindu country.
06. God in the Midst of Ethiopian Strife
God in the Midst of Ethiopian Strife Alayu Dubale talks about the ministry of Global Call and their threefold strategy to serve as God’s hands and feet for the churches of Africa.
07. Exploring Orthodox Missions Growth in Albania
Exploring Orthodox Missions Growth in Albania Nathan Hoppe discusses his journey as a missionary in the Orthodox Church in Albania. Transitioning from an evangelical background, he shares insights on navigating interdenominational tensions and...
08. Agape Encounters in the Realm of Disability
Agape Encounters in the Realm of Disability Doctor Daniel Kyungu Tchikala, in this episode of ‘God on the Move’, highlights the universal need for social interaction and stresses the pivotal role of the global church in fostering intimate...
09. A Spiritual Awakening in the Cold of Denmar
A Spiritual Awakening in the Cold of Denmark Thomas Frovin discusses the rising spiritual interest among the Danish people.
10. The Gospel Bringing Healing to Families in India
The Gospel Bringing Healing to Families in India Akshay Rajkumar discusses his experience as a church planter and co-founder of The Gospel Coalition India.
11. Nine Years of Evangelical Focus: Unveiling the Truth in Europe
Nine Years of Evangelical Focus: Unveiling the Truth in Europe Journalist Joel Forster explores the journey of the online magazine Evangelical Focus, dedicated to illuminating current cultural, societal, and political topics through the lens of...
12. Orthodox Missions Bound for the East: The Chuvash Republic
Orthodox Missions Bound for the East: The Chuvash Republic Alison Kolosova delves into the rich history of the Chuvash people, highlighting the remarkable impact of God’s movement facilitated by the collaborative mission efforts of the British and...
13. Bringing the Gospel as a Good Neighbour in the Netherlands
Bringing the Gospel as a Good Neighbour in the Netherlands Markus Zeldenrust shares how small semantic tricks have opened the door to sharing the gospel with thousands of children and discusses the challenges of serving Christ faithfully through a...
14. Ministry Among Sexually Exploited Women in Bolivia
Ministry Among Sexually Exploited Women in Bolivia Andrea Baker discusses the story and ministry of Project Suma, which is dedicated to aiding victims of exploitation and their families in Bolivia.
15. Why Migrant Workers Signify An Opportunity For The Gospel
Why Migrant Workers Signify An Opportunity For The Gospel Kumar Aryal, the founder of the Himalayan Hope Foundation, delves into his missionary journey among Nepali compatriots working abroad in Malaysia.
16. Of Reptiles and Amphibians: Cultivating Wonder for God’s Love in Singapore’s Nature
Of Reptiles and Amphibians: Cultivating Wonder for God’s Love in Singapore’s Nature Prarthini Selveindran shares how she learned to encounter God by reading the book of nature He Himself created.
17. Exploring the Harmony of Physical and Spiritual Health Among Frontier Populations
Exploring the Harmony of Physical and Spiritual Health Among Frontier Populations Jason (pseudonym) delves into the significance of holistic, integral mission within Muslim communities in the Sahel of Africa.
18. Training Women Leaders in the United Arab Emirates for the Glory of God
Training Women Leaders in the United Arab Emirates for the Glory of God Susie Njogu discusses the opportunities and obstacles of training women in a place as unique as the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
19. From Ministry to Marketplace: A Journey of Faith in Papua New Guinea
From Ministry to Marketplace: A Journey of Faith in Papua New Guinea Barton Maino recounts his journey from being in full-time ministry to being a witness for God in the secular sphere in Papua New Guinea (PNG).
20. Computing Hope for the Deaf Community in Nigeria
Computing Hope for the Deaf Community in Nigeria Wuni Bitrus recounts how after meeting a young Deaf girl in his church, he felt that God was calling him to take action.
21. Ministering to Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse in Guyana
Ministering to Victims of Childhood Sexual Abuse in Guyana Dr. Joy Maria Wilson shares her how being sexually molested as a young girl led her to minister to and counsel people who are survivors of sexual abuse and incest.
22. Demonstrating Godly Character in the U.S. Air Force
Demonstrating Godly Character in the U.S. Air Force Jerry White recounts how God called him to serve in the United States Air Force and delves into whether and how a Christian should serve in the military.
23. From the Slums of Uganda to Founding a Conglomerate Social Enterprise
From the Slums of Uganda to Founding a Conglomerate Social Enterprise Emmanuel Trinity shares his experience growing up in a slum in Kampala, the capital of Uganda. He remembers how his life was rescued through the gift of the Gospel and recounts...
24. To the Ends of the Earth. Stories from the Church in the Soviet Union
To the Ends of the Earth. Stories from the Church in the Soviet Union Dr. Victor Petrenko shares about his upbringing during the Soviet Union and how, after his father served two and a half years in prison, his family had to flee Belarus for Latvia.
25. Compassion in Action: How Panahgah is Welcoming Afghan Refugees in Brazil
Compassion in Action: How Panahgah is Welcoming Afghan Refugees in Brazil Sophia shares her journey from being a 13-year-old girl with a clear call from God to Panahgah’s efforts in providing support and autonomy to refugee families in Brazil, a...
26. Faith in Practice: A Journey in Family Medicine and Faith
Faith in Practice: A Journey in Family Medicine and Faith Prarthini Selveindran shares how she learned to encounter God by reading the book of nature He Himself created. She also reveals how her passion for amphibians and reptiles — especially...
27. The Complexity of Faith: Jewish Evangelism and the Gospel in Jerusalem
The Complexity of Faith: Jewish Evangelism and the Gospel in Jerusalem Yoel discusses his complex cultural and spiritual journey from growing up in Europe and Israel to becoming an Anglican pri
28. Web3 Revolution: The Church’s New Frontier
Web3 Revolution: The Church’s New Frontier Jianbi (Jay) Chen shares about the significance of digital missions in Web3, including the concepts of blockchain, decentralization, and token-based economies.
29. Witnessing to the World: Faith and Healthcare Intersect
Witnessing to the World: Faith and Healthcare Intersect Gábor narrates personal stories of medical emergencies and miracles, illustrating the powerful intersection of faith and healthcare.
30. From Business to Mission: Empowering Leaders for Global Impact
From Business to Mission: Empowering Leaders for Global Impact Jonathan Shibley shares inspiring stories about the journey of faith and missions in the marketplace. Highlighting the work of Global Advance, he explains how investing in marketplace...