Psalm 67: Reaching the Nations Through Mission Aviation (Interview with Bob Schwartz)

Every Christian has a role in taking the gospel to the world. In this message from Psalm 67, Pastor Chris Teien interviews veteran missionary Bob Schwartz about how God uses aviation, mechanical skills, and faithful servants to help missionaries reach people who have never heard the name of Jesus.Psalm 67 reminds us that God blesses His people so they can become a blessing to the nations. This interview explores the importance of world missions, the unique ministry of missionary aviation, and how every believer can participate in God's global mission through their gifts, prayers, generosity, and faithful service.In This Message:1. God Blesses His People to Bless the NationsGod's blessings are never meant to stop with us. This message explains how every believer has been entrusted with gifts, abilities, and opportunities that can be used to make Christ known both locally and around the world. (Psalm 67:1-2; Genesis 12:2-3; Titus 2:11)2. Every Christian Has a Part in the Great CommissionMissionary aviation helps overcome barriers that prevent missionaries from reaching remote people groups. Through Bob Schwartz's testimony, this interview demonstrates how God uses mechanics, pilots, churches, and faithful supporters together to advance the gospel where it has never been heard. (Psalm 67:3-5; Matthew 28:18-20; Revelation 7:9)3. Faithful Obedience Creates Eternal ImpactGod often prepares His people through ordinary experiences before opening unexpected doors for ministry. This message encourages believers to faithfully use their skills, trust God's leading, and invest their lives in work that advances His kingdom and brings glory to Christ. (Psalm 67:6-7; John 4:35-38; 2 Corinthians 9:11)TakeawayGod has uniquely gifted you to serve His kingdom. Whether you go, send, pray, give, or use your vocational skills, faithfully invest your life in helping more people hear the good news of Jesus Christ.Illustrations• Comparing the world to a birthday cake with only part of the frosting illustrates how much of the world's population still lacks meaningful access to the gospel.• Missionary flights that reduce three-day journeys to just a few hours demonstrate how aviation accelerates the spread of the gospel.• Bob Schwartz's journey from an automotive student to training missionary aviation mechanics illustrates how God prepares ordinary believers for extraordinary ministry.Key Quotes"God has blessed us so that we can bless others.""We can be consumers of God's blessings or conveyors of God's blessings.""Focus on Christ and what He's done for us."Search Topicsmissions, missionary aviation, Psalm 67, Great Commission, world missions, evangelism, MMS Aviation, Bob Schwartz, Christian service, Pastor Chris TeienFull Episode & Transcript:https://www.buzzsprout.com/2285086/episodes/1761193525m0804der Helping you apply God's Word and follow Jesus in everyday life. Learn more at ChrisTeien.com and Rockwell.church  Find episode transcripts at Well.faith