How to Show the Love of God in Permanent Ink, with Mike Lewandowski – EM167

Mike Lewandowski went from prison to missionary. Focusing on his neighborhood in Florida, he's begun sharing the Gospel, planting churches, and praying for those in need - in an unexpected place.Subscribe: http://engagingmissions.com/subscribeDo you love Christ enough to proclaim it in permanent ink? Our guest today, Mike Lewandowski, joins us to share about his ministry in a tattoo parlor. He and his family currently live in Florida, and he works as a tattoo artist, showing the love of God to each customer.Although Mike grew up in a rough and broken home, God captured his heart and brought him to a better knowledge of His goodness. Over the last decade, he has worked in ministry through his business and through time in the 10-40 window. Mike shares about lessons God has shown him over the years, emphasizing the idea that wherever he is will be his mission field. With a humble heart and love for God, he tells his story of hope and redemption, of how good God is, and of God’s great plans for us.What we talked about00:25 – Updates and News03:14 – Introduction03:57 – Showing love in ink05:44 – How often do you pray with customers?06:29 – Church plants and tattoo parlors07:36 – Captured by the greatness of God10:05 – The power of knowing God is there12:23 – Key relationships and walking with the Lord14:50 – The process of keeping priorities16:52 – Meaningful verse18:11 – Doing Ministry Well and iTunes reviews20:49 – Foundation of approaching ministry23:13 – The Commands of Christ24:42 – Living life for the Kingdom of God25:43 – God’s work through times of difficulty27:34 – Will God lead you back to the 10-40 window?30:05 – What fuels your passion?32:14 – Next week on Engaging Missions33:57 – Marketplace matters36:06 – Surrounded by the nations38:14 – Internet or book resources38:47 – Parting advice and contact info (email: [email protected])Resources & Contact InfoGot Questions?Lewandowski Adventures on [email protected] Place LeftEpisode CreditsAudio Editing: Geoff ButterworthShow Notes: Gabby OechsleFeedbackIf you’d have any comments or questions, you can always leave a comment in the show notes or send an email to [email protected].