The Daily Missionary

Jesse and I went into story-telling mode with this episode as we unpacked the past 6ish years of life. We traveled through the most recent downward spiral for Haiti as a nation and landed on our process of moving to Florida and all it entailed. Join us as we discuss the difficulties as well as the undeniable leading of God in this transition for Cornerstone Haiti and our family.Podcast Mentions:Jonathan & Flore Meyer: Green Room Podcast Episode Cornerstone Haiti: Testimony PageCornerstone Haiti: Website

Join us as Jesse shares his come to Jesus story, how we were called to Haiti and how Cornerstone Haiti began!ReferencesDocumentary:Poverty Inc. (YouTube)Books:"When Helping Hurts" by Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert"Toxic Charity" by Robert Lupton"The Circle Maker" by Mark Batterson

In light of celebrating Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday, I thought I would share different parts of my testimony - highlighting how God met me in college. Praise Jesus that He has brought me from darkness into His glorious light! I pray God would encounter your heart as you listen.

Join Jesse and I as we talk about hearing God’s voice andwhy that’s so foundational in this life with Jesus.Scripture References:John 10:1-4, 27 - John 16:13 - Romans 8:16 - Hebrews 3:15 - Hebrews 4:12 - Gen 1 – 2 Peter 3:7 – Colossians 3:15 – 2 Corinthians 3:7-8 – Hebrews 12:22-25Logos - The Written Word of God“All Scripture is God-breathed…” — 2 Timothy 3:16    “In the beginning was the Word (logos), and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” — John 1:1  “Sanctify them by the truth; your word (logos) is truth.” — John 17:17Rhema – The Now Word of God  “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word (rhema) that comes from the mouth of God.” — Matthew 4:4        “…the sword of the Spirit, which is the word (rhema) of God.” — Ephesians 6:17 "May your word (rhema) to me be fulfilled.” Luke 1:38

It was such a joy having my dear, dear friend Jennifer Underwood on the podcast for an honest and vulnerable conversation about following Jesus. Jennifer shares such truth and wisdom when it comes to walking through grief and staying grounded in the Lord. I know you will be blessed, challenged and encouraged by this conversation!**Please bear with some of the feedback noise, we had some strange technical difficulties and are praising the Lord that our conversation was actually recorded!Scripture ReferenceRomans 8:28 - Philippians 4:4-9Philippians 4:8-9 MSG"Summing it all up, friends, I’d say you’ll do best by filling your minds and meditating on things true, noble, reputable, authentic, compelling, gracious—the best, not the worst; the beautiful, not the ugly; things to praise, not things to curse. Put into practice what you learned from me, what you heard and saw and realized. Do that, and God, who makes everything work together, will work you into his most excellent harmonies."

Jesse and I continue talking about how essential our identity in Christ is in this life. Dive in with us!Scripture References2 Corinthians 5:16-21 - 1 John 3:1 - Ephesians 1:4-7 - Romans 8:1 - Philippians 3:20 - Ephesians 2:6-10 - Colossians 3:12 - Romans 8:37 - Matthew 5:14 - 1 Corinthians 12:27 "The Paradise King" by Blaine Eldredge"The Gospel" - Eric [email protected]@gmail.com

Oh how I love chatting with my dear friend Kimberly! Join us as we laugh and ramble and talk about friendship, life with Jesus, being transformed, abiding and hospitality... we tend to cover A LOT of ground in our conversations. Kimberly is a daughter of God, wife, mother of four, school nurse, sports mom, poetry writer, church leader, loving neighbor, community advocate, dear friend and more. She wears a whole lot of hats is what I'm trying to say and does it abiding in Christ and leaning on His grace. I know you will be blessed by this conversation.Scripture References:Proverbs 31:10-31 - John 15:1-17 - 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 - Matthew 13:33 - 2 Corinthians 5:17 Resource References:Kimberly's Poetry: @simplekimber"The Deeply Formed Life" by Rich Villodas

Do we really know who we are? Scripture is clear, as followers of Jesus our identity flows from Him. So who are we, how do we grow in our true identity and what does that mean for our daily life? Join us on the conversational journey.Scripture References1 John 3:1 - Ephesians 2:4-22 - Romans 6:5-14 - Romans : 12-17 - 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 - John 15:12-17 - 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 - John 13:3-4 - Genesis 1 & 2 - John 3:16 - 1 Timothy 2:3-4 - 1 John 2:2 - Ephesians 4: 15-16IG: @kirstenlancour

I had the perfect opportunity to record an episode with my dear friend Jenna, while my daughter and I visited her and her growing family in North Carolina. As with all of these podcasts thus far , it is unedited because I'm not making time to learn at this point. Its a hobby! So you will hear some baby noises, cut out sounds because of loud laughter, baby back pats, and a phone interruption. This is a conversation about real life in the midst of real life, so join the party! Jenna's testimony is such a beautiful example of God's goodness, grace and redemption - hallelujah for the gospel - I know this conversation with encourage you in your walk with Jesus as a daily missionary!Scripture References:Psalm 19:14 - 1 Peter 2:9 - 2 Corinthians 5:17 - 2 Timothy 1:14

Trying something new this episode! Join me on my first "Musings" episode while I venture solo into sharing personal thoughts about the rhythms of reflection and casting vision as we transition into a new year. I pray it blesses you!Scripture ReferenceJohn 15:1-11Proverbs 29:18

Join Jesse and I as we talk through the incarnation of Jesus. Do we really understand the depths of what it means that Jesus came as a baby? Oh the mystery and glory of God putting on flesh!Mentioned Resources“The Shepherd: A Story of the First Christmas”https://youtu.be/lVt14Ug-GOs?si=jxSfGUMW_KLwtjNDExcellencies of Christ: Advent Classhttps://courses.excellencies.org/courses/no6Mop7aze Scripture ReferencesPhilippians 2:6-7Romans 5:8John 8:14Genesis 15 Hebrews 2:14-18Psalm 115:16Revelation 13:8Mark 10:45John 1:1 -18Isaiah 9:6-71 Corinthians 9:19-23

It was SO fun chatting it up with my sister on this episode! Join us as she shares testimonies of her walk with Jesus and as we dive into the topic of forgiveness. Resources Mentioned"With the Perry's" podcast episode all about forgiveness. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turning-the-cheek-and-forgiving-offenses-with-yana-conner/id1458672189?i=1000737067516"The Bait of Satan: Living Free from the Deadly Trap of Offense" - John BevereThe Practical Process of Forgiveness1. Recognize the Wrong2. Remember God's forgiveness3. Release the desire for revenge4. Decide to forgive5. Pray for the offender6. Trust God with the outcome7. Walk in freedomScripture ReferencesEphesians 4:32 - Colossians 3:13 - Matthew 6:14-15 - Luke 6:37 - Mark 11:25 - 1 John 1:9 - Psalm 103:12 - John 13 1-17

Jesse and I chat all about discipleship and how it isn't a program (though that may be part of the story), but a life-long intentional journey of learning, living the truth and ways of Jesus and growing in maturity as the body of Christ.Scriptures Mentioned:Matthew 16:24-25Matthew 28:31-32Colossians 1:28-29Ephesians 2 :18-22Books Mentioned:"The Purple Book: Biblical Foundations for Building Strong Disciples" - Steve Murrell & Rice Broocks"With: Reimagining the Way You Relate to God" - Skye Jethani "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry" - John Mark ColmerQuestionable use of words made clear:"A nuance is a subtle or small difference in meaning, feeling, or expression, while a caveat is a warning or a condition that must be considered before taking action. Nuance adds complexity and detail to an idea, whereas a caveat introduces a limitation or an exception to it."

Join me and my dear friends, Joseph and McCall, as we chat about how God has been moving in and through their lives over the past 10+ years through college, time in Haiti, international adoption, parenting, and the day to day of following Jesus.Resources:Follow Joseph's IG for AI safety tips: @aisafetyforparentsCheck out the amazing clinic work McCall is part of in the Lexington, KY area: refugeclinic.org