#72 Advice for the Weary Worker

Life itself takes more time on the field. Today on the Pod, I have a very real conversation with a cross-cultural worker who has spent the last 15 years ministering and raising his family overseas. Expect to learn some basics about Orthodox Christianity, some tips on helping people with physical needs, what some of the signs of spiritual maturity are, the toll missions takes on marriages, the value of spiritual retreats, the importance of mentors, the power of learning the local language well, avoiding the comparison trip, and much more. Find out more at Pmpod.org Timeline 00:00 Intro 01:00 Orthodox Christianity 7:42 Dealing with the physical needs of the people 12:42 Signs of spiritual maturity 16:00 The toll missions takes on marriage 24:15 Spiritual retreats 26:03 Family rhythms of rest 30:10 Raising third-culture kids 36:20 The Value of learning the language 42:45 The comparison trap53:35 Advice to the weary worker