Unconventional Ministry

Radio Host, NASCAR, and SAT-7 with Brian Nelson S6 EP#174

In this episode, hear from Brian Nelson, SAT-7 USA Ministry Development Director, as he shares his journey from Christian radio hosting to producing a NASCAR race coverage program for a national radio network and ultimately joining SAT-7 USA in 2022. Learn about Brian’s perspective on stewardship and fund raising, and discover how his past prepared him for his work with SAT-7 USA. Don’t miss Brian’s impactful Holy Land story.

Learn more about SAT-7 USA leadership at www.sat7usa.org/about-us/#staff

Innovative Heart-Language Bible Distribution with Dirk Smith S5 EP#173

In this episode, Dirk Smith with EEM explains how their innovative heart-language Bible distribution ministry is making Bibles and Bible materials available to the nations of Eastern Europe and beyond. Learn what it means to be a collaborative, coming alongside ministry that is empowering their ministry partners.

“When someone reads the Bible for the first time in their language, they realize just how much the God of the universe loves them,” continues Smith. “This is how God’s Word transforms us.” 

Today, EEM publishes and prints Bibles and New Testaments as well as Teen Bibles, Children’s Bibles and Bible activity books, distributing them through a vast network of partner churches and organizations reaching more than 35+ countries and 25+ languages, including Farsi and Arabic, and in nations like Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan.

Building Your Spiritual Tool Kit with Dr. Ivan Filby S5 EP#172

In this episode of Unconventional Ministry, Dr. Ivan Filby discusses the spiritual journey and his "spiritual tool kit." With forty years in ministry and higher education and as a former business professor, business school dean, university president, and now the president and CEO of Seedbed, Dr. Filby has experienced much success in his career. Yet, despite his deep dive into the wisdom and power of the Holy Spirit, he candidly admits that he continues to struggle with knowing exactly what the Spirit desires for his life. Why does he still face doubts and questions? What spiritual tools do we all need to navigate our faith? Join us for an inspiring and honest conversation about the realities of following the Spirit and the tools that can help sustain us in times of uncertainty.

Dr. Filby's new book Speak Tenderly: Prophetic Ministry Seasoned with Grace is available from Seedbed Publishing. Filby leaves readers with a toolkit of resources to make this area of ministry not only accessible, but also practical!

Unseen Chains: Breaking Human Trafficking with Marilyn Arnold S5 EP#171

In this episode, our topic is human trafficking. My guest is Marilyn Arnold, CEO of Success by Design. Learn about the harsh realities of human trafficking. Did you know that 90% of trafficking victims come into contact with healthcare workers while they are actively being exploited, but less than 5% are identified? Learn what the symptoms are to look for.

An estimated 50,000 people are trafficked into or within the country each year, though exact figures are difficult to determine due to the hidden nature of the crime. Of these, a significant proportion are minors. Marilyn shares how this is even happening in the church. We are losing our children to human trafficking. Marilyn is working very hard to educate law enforcement, ER personnel, teachers, and parents.

Some Resources For You To Learn More In Helping Make A Difference:

The Human Trafficking Training Center  

Paradigm Shift Training and Consulting 

Marilyn Arnold 

SAT-7: Meeting Middle East Youth Where They Are with Juliana Sfeir S5 EP#170

In this episode, Juliana Sfeir, Arabic Public Engagement Manager with the Middle East and North Africa's media ministry, SAT-7, shares her inspiring journey.

SAT-7 is a groundbreaking Middle East broadcast media ministry that has been transforming lives in the Middle East and North Africa for 28 years. Starting with a vision to create a new media model and narrative for the region, the ministry now offers an innovative, multilingual, video-on-demand platform, SAT-7 PLUS – the first of its kind in the region.

Please tune in to hear Juliana discuss SAT-7’s unique approach, their challenges, and how they’ve become a pioneering force, delivering hope, education, and faith-based content to millions.

Previous Episodes You Will Find Informative:

Episode #166 SAT-7 Ministry Strengthening Middle East Christianity with Rami Al Halaseh. This episode focuses on SAT-7, the leading Christian media brand in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Learn from Rami Al Halaseh, Executive Director of Arabic Channels and Digital Media, how SAT-7 has become a crucial spiritual lifeline for Christians in the region, many of whom are unable to attend physical churches. SAT-7 is a media-based ministry that provides faith-based programming to foster and sustain its viewers' spiritual lives.

Episode #147  Charting New Ministry Paths: MENA's Five Transformative Challenges with Dr. Terence Ascott. Dr. Ascott navigates through five pressing challenges confronting the region today and their profound impact on the Church and ministry. From escalated conflicts to restricted press freedom and limited education access to the deprivation of women's and religious rights, each issue presents a unique hurdle. However, Dr. Ascott unveils how SAT-7 is ingeniously addressing these challenges and fostering transformative change through innovative approaches.

 

Are You Missing Half of the Gospel? With Dr. Matt O’Reilly S5 EP#169

In this episode, Dr. Matt O'Reilly, author of Free to Be Holy and pastor of Christ Church Birmingham, reflects on his experiences as a church-going teenager who felt deeply frustrated with his Christian faith. Despite his active participation in church activities, he felt something essential was lacking.

He began to question whether there was more to Christianity than the rituals and teachings he had grown accustomed to. This led him on a journey of discovery, where he realized that he had only understood part of the Gospel. Something he feels many others in the American Church are also missing.

In the podcast, Dr. O'Reilly explains this missing part of the Gospel and how it can transform a believer's faith journey. He discusses how many Christians in America may find themselves in a similar position, attending church regularly but feeling disconnected from the full power and promise of the Gospel. Through his own experiences and insights, Dr. O'Reilly invites listeners to explore the deeper, often overlooked aspects of Christianity that can lead to a more fulfilling and vibrant spiritual life.

Visit www.theologyproject.online to learn more about his ministry.

Healing From Past Trauma Through God Stories with Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch S5 EP#168

In this episode, you will learn from the remarkable journey of Mischelle Saunders-Gottsch, Founder and CEO of Altered Stories. Mischelle is dedicated to helping Christian women across the globe heal from past trauma and brokenness through the power of faith-filled God stories.

In this episode, Mischelle shares her own transformative experience with a cult during her early childhood years. She opens up about how this traumatic event became a pivotal moment in her life. Through her personal testimony, Mischelle sheds light on the importance of embracing and sharing redemptive and transformational stories that showcase God’s grace and healing power.

Altered Stories is a platform that amplifies these powerful narratives, providing hope and encouragement to women everywhere. By listening to these stories, women are empowered to overcome their pasts and find strength in their faith. Join us as we explore Mischelle’s incredible journey and learn how Altered Stories, filled with inspiration, hope, and the undeniable power of God’s love, is making a profound impact in the lives of countless women.

Ending Intergenerational Incarceration Cycle with Mike Broyles S5 EP#168

Research shows that 70% of inmates' children will end up incarcerated. In this episode, guest Mike Broyles, Executive Director of Lifeline Global Ministries, shares what he has learned visiting over 90 prisons in America and around the world. In all the prisons Mike has visited, he has only met one male inmate who had a father who was a good role model at home. Crime follows from generation to generation.

Learn how Lifeline Global is working to end intergenerational incarceration. Learn how you can participate in programs like Malachi’s Dad and Hannah’s Gift and bring hope to incarcerated parents of minor children.

Mike Broyles is the author of a fascinating book called Only God: Transforming One Inmate and Family at a Time. 

Estate Planning: Overcoming Your Procrastination Together with Dr. Clay Perkins S5 EP#167

In this episode, the significance of estate planning is emphasized. Dr. Clay Perkins, the Executive Vice President of the Financial Planning Ministry, discusses the widespread neglect of this crucial task, noting that procrastination is the primary reason many people, including those within the Church, delay or avoid estate planning. He highlights that estate planning extends beyond mere paperwork; it represents an essential act of love, faith, and stewardship.

Learn 5 ways SAT-7 USA can help you plan your will and trust.

By planning their estates, individuals can ensure that their wishes are honored, their loved ones are cared for, and their faith values are upheld. Dr. Perkins urges listeners to overcome procrastination and recognize the profound impact of estate planning on their families and communities.

SAT-7 Ministry Strengthening Middle East Christianity with Rami Al Halaseh S5 EP#166

This episode focuses on SAT-7, the leading Christian media brand in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Learn from Rami Al Halaseh, Executive Director of Arabic Channels and Digital Media, how SAT-7 has become a crucial spiritual lifeline for Christians in the region, many of whom are unable to attend physical churches. SAT-7 is a media-based ministry that provides faith-based programming to foster and sustain its viewers' spiritual lives.

Rami elaborates on SAT-7's strategic role in bolstering the Christian presence in a region where many are seeking to emigrate to the West or Europe. Learn how the ministry is strengthening the very Christian existence of the Church in the Middle East. The SAT-7 ministry goes beyond television programs and social media content, working to meet needs holistically. It is one thing to tell people about the love of God; it's a whole different experience when SAT-7 goes out and builds bridges with the people on the ground.

Learn how to make an estate plan that stewards vital resources that strengthen the Middle East ministry.

 

A Previous Episode You Will Find Interesting:

Episode #147 Charting New Ministry Paths: MENA's Five Transformative Challenges  In this episode, we delve into the dynamic landscape of the Middle East and North Africa with Dr. Terence Ascott, the visionary Founder and President of SAT-7. In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Ascott navigates through five pressing challenges confronting the region today and their profound impact on the Church and ministry. From escalated conflicts to restricted press freedom and limited education access to the deprivation of women's and religious rights, each issue presents a unique hurdle. However, Dr. Ascott unveils how SAT-7, as a pioneering broadcast media ministry, is ingeniously addressing these challenges and fostering transformative change through innovative approaches.

In his gripping memoir Dare to Believe! Stories of Faith from the Middle East, Dr. Terrence Ascott unveils his personal odyssey amidst civil unrest, detentions, and the birth pains of SAT-7. Seamlessly interwoven with his narrative are the compelling stories of Middle Eastern Christians and the exponential growth of SAT-7 into a beacon of hope, broadcasting across Arabic, Turkish, and Persian regions. With each chapter, Dr. Ascott paints a vivid picture of resilience, faith, and the unwavering commitment to illuminate the darkest corners with the light of the Gospel.

SAT-7 emerges as a powerful force for change, shedding light in the darkest recesses of the region. Dr. Ascott passionately articulates how your partnership and support fuel SAT-7's mission to make God's love visible and confront the prevailing challenges in the region head-on. As listeners, you're invited to join hands in this transformative journey, discovering actionable ways to contribute towards a brighter future for the marginalized, the questioning, and the Isolated Believers. Together, we can ignite a movement of compassion, understanding, and profound change in the Middle East and beyond. Join us in making a difference today. Visit https://www.sat7usa.org/get-involved to learn more.

You can download a sample chapter of the book or receive a downloadable PDF and ePub version of the complete abridged book as a thank-you for a gift of any amount. Visit http://sat7usa.org/daretobelievebook.