God on the Move Podcast

In this episode of ‘God on the Move’, Susie Njogu discusses the opportunities and obstacles of training women in a place as unique as the United Arab Emirates (UAE), helping them align with God’s purpose and discover their potential while undergoing inner transformation. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, then this podcast is for you. Links from the interview: Fellowship Dubai Women Connect video Susie Njogu Susie is a leadership development consultant and career coach, a role she balances part-time while also offering pastoral care and redemptive coaching. She holds an MA in Leadership Studies from International Leadership University and is currently pursuing studies in Christian education at Dallas Theological Seminary. Having resided in the UAE for nearly five years, Susie has been actively involved in leading the Women Community Study Ministry initiative, delivering teaching talks, training women leaders, and serving in various roles within that ministry at Fellowship Dubai.

In this episode of ‘God on the Move’, Jason (pseudonym) delves into the significance of holistic, integral mission within Muslim communities in the Sahel of Africa. He emphasises the vital amalgamation of grassroots health education within households alongside Bible storying, prayer for healing, and relational primary health care delivered in-home. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, then this podcast is for you. Links from the interview: Untold Stories, article Jason: Jason (pseudonym) is a disciple of Jesus and a medical doctor. He, along with his wife, family, and team, served for eight years among Muslim frontier people groups in the Sahel of Africa. Their focus was on fostering movements of disciples, transformative grassroots health education, and providing in-home relational primary health care. Currently, he serves as the director of an organisation dedicated to improving the health of all nations and acts as a catalyst for a mission organisation focusing on Muslims.

In this episode of ‘God on the Move’, Prarthi Selveindran shares how she learned to encounter God by reading the book of nature He Himself created. She also reveals how her passion for amphibians and reptiles — especially snakes and frogs — and her study of fascinating creatures and ecosystems led her to understand that caring for creation is deeply valued by God. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, then this podcast is for you. Links from interview: Prathi’s bookFellowship of Evangelical Students Prarthini Selveindran Prarthi pursued her university studies at the National University of Singapore and later became involved with the Varsity Christian Fellowship. Currently, she serves with the Fellowship of Evangelical Students in Singapore, and since 2015, she has volunteered with A Rocha International. This involvement led her to co-edit the book ‘God's Gardeners: Creation Care Stories from Singapore and Malaysia.’

In this episode of 'God on the Move', Kumar Aryal, the founder of the Himalayan Hope Foundation, delves into his missionary journey among Nepali compatriots working abroad in Malaysia. He elaborates on how churches, which often receive migrating individuals, can serve as beacons of hope for the displaced and foster new life in Christ. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, then this podcast is for you. Links from the interview: Himalayan Hope Foundation Kumar Aryal Kumar is the founder and executive director of the Center for Holistic Development Nepal. He also serves on the board of TeachBeyond Philippines and is an advisory board member at the Asia Graduate School of Theology, Nepal. Additionally, he coordinates the PhD program for South Asia at the Asian School of Development and Cross-Cultural Studies. With a PhD in international development, Kumar previously taught intercultural studies at the International Graduate School of Leadership in Manila, Philippines. His research focuses on poverty, migration, holistic development, and social justice. He is married to Kathryn, and they have two boys.

In this episode of ‘God on the Move’, Andrea Toledo Baker discusses the story and ministry of Project Suma, which is dedicated to aiding victims of exploitation and their families in Bolivia. Taking a stand against the oppression of the most vulnerable, Andrea sees God moving in ways that bring freedom, healing, and lasting change. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, then this podcast is for you. Link from the interview: Project Suma Andrea Toledo Baker Andrea and her husband, Andy, established Project Suma (formerly Word Made Flesh Bolivia) in 2001. With expertise in idea generation, big-picture strategy, advocacy, storytelling, bridge-building, and hospitality, she has recently found fulfillment in championing the missionary movement of the church in Latin America. She holds a master's degree in World Missions and Evangelism from Asbury Theological Seminary and earned her bachelor's degree in Communications from Asbury University. Andrea is also a mother of four active boys.

Markus Zeldenrust has a motto: "The worst thing you can do is nothing, so do something, anyway." And he acted accordingly: he and his young family left everything to plant a church in a new development area in the Netherlands. In this episode of 'God on the Move', he shares how small semantic tricks have opened the door to sharing the gospel with thousands of children and discusses the challenges of serving Christ faithfully through a church plant. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, then this podcast is for you. Links from the interview: Familie ZeldenrustArticle on Reformatorisch Dagblad Markus Zeldenrust Markus has dedicated over two decades to projects focused on community building and outreach, such as Stichting Care, De Schaapspoort, and Het Poorthuis. He has also been actively involved in youth initiatives, notably with Youth for Christ's Diverse City program, while playing key roles in fostering inter-church collaboration through initiatives like Binnenstebuiten/Serve the City, an annual interdenominational volunteer day. Markus's journey began with studies in Social Pedagogical Assistance at Hogeschool Ede, followed by a Young Workers' Training at De Wittenberg Bible School.

In this episode of 'God on the Move,' Alison Kolosova delves into the rich history of the Chuvash people, highlighting the remarkable impact of God's movement facilitated by the collaborative mission efforts of the British and Foreign Bible Society and the Russian Orthodox Church within this Turkic community. Links from Interview: British and Foreign Bible Society Alison Kolosova British-born Alison Kolosova has lived in Chuvashia, Russia since the 1990s, where she has been actively engaged in music, choir directing, youth work, and prison ministry within an Orthodox parish. Currently based at the University of Tartu in Estonia, her research interests encompass the history and contemporary practice of Orthodox mission, particularly in Russia's Volga region, as well as Orthodox theology and ecclesiology.

In this episode of 'God on the Move,' journalist Joel Forster explores the journey of the online magazine Evangelical Focus, dedicated to illuminating current cultural, societal, and political topics through the lens of evangelical Christianity. He delves into the challenges and opportunities inherent in bringing the Truth to thousands of readers daily in a European society characterized by secularization and post-truth. Links from interview: Evangelical Focus Joel Forster Joel Forster is a journalist and the director of EvangelicalFocus.com, an English-language news website that provides a Christian perspective on current issues in Europe. Holding a journalism degree from the Autonomous University of Barcelona, Joel is also a co-author of two books. Since 2008, he has been a writer for the Spanish-language daily news website Protestante Digital. Currently residing in Valencia, Spain, Joel shares his home with his wife and two daughters.

In this episode of 'God on the Move,' Akshay Rajkumar discusses his experience as a church planter and co-founder of The Gospel Coalition India. He openly shares insights into the transformative power of the gospel, bringing healing to families and marriages through the discipline of repentance. Links from Interview: The Gospel Coalition India Akshay Rajkumar Akshay studied literature at Delhi University and theology at Singapore Bible College. He is an author, publisher, and founding pastor of a church called Redeemer. He was born in Chennai and grew up in New Delhi, where he lives with his wife and two daughters.

In this episode of “God on the Move,” Thomas Frovin discusses the rising spiritual interest among the Danish people. Despite widespread secularization in Denmark and central Europe, new trends indicate an openness to various faiths, creating a unique opportunity to share the Gospel with those from a secular background. Thomas Frovin Thomas Frovin serves as a pastor at Apostle Church (Apostelkirken, in Danish), a Church of Denmark building located in the Vesterbro district of Copenhagen, Denmark. Frovin holds a BA in History and Eastern European Studies, with prior experience in church work in Albania and Peru. Ordained as a priest in 2022, he served as a project leader in “I Mesterens lyd,” aimed at connecting the church with the emerging spiritual world. Thomas contributes to spirituality through articles, opinion pieces, and books, including “Ånd og Arvegods,” published in 2022. Despite Apostelkirken being his first pastoral position, Thomas brings two decades of experience engaging in religious dialogues, both domestically and internationally.

Doctor Daniel Kyungu Tchikala, in this episode of "God on the Move," highlights the universal need for social interaction and stresses the pivotal role of the global church in fostering intimate connections for agape (unconditional love) to flourish. This profound love has the potential to rejuvenate individuals globally, transcending geographical boundaries—from Southern California to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, where disability presents formidable challenges. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, then this podcast is for you. Links from the interview: Article: When Disability Meets Agape Daniel Kyungu Tchikala Daniel Kyungu Tchikala is a pastor, university educator in Lubumbashi (Democratic Republic of the Congo) and a doctoral candidate specializing in human resource management and the professional integration of individuals with disabilities. His current research for his doctoral thesis centers on the critical topic of professional inclusion for people with disabilities, driven by his personal experience as a person with a disability. Dr Kyungu is part of the Lausanne Disability Concerns Network, which is committed to strengthening and multiplying disability leaders globally. Dave DeuelDave Deuel (PhD) is senior research fellow emeritus for the Joni Eareckson Tada Disability Research Center. Dave is also academic dean emeritus for the Master’s Academy International. He currently serves as a catalyst for the Disability Concerns issue network and is the chairperson for the New York State Council on Developmental Disabilities.

In this episode of God on the Move, Nathan Hoppe talks about his journey of becoming a missionary in the Orthodox Church in Albania. Coming from an evangelical background, he shares how we can deal with interdenominational tensions and pray for each other. Further, he highlights the importance of family in ministry and how healing can happen despite death. Links from the interview: Book: Lynette's Hope: The Witness of Lynette Katherine Hoppe Nathan Hoppe Dr Nathan Hoppe was born in Colombia, the son of Evangelical Protestant missionaries from the United States. Today, he is a member of the Orthodox Church and lives with his family in the Albanian capital, Tirana, teaching at the Resurrection of Christ theological academy and leading the archdiocesan children’s ministry team. He is also a member of the Orthodox Church’s international dialogues with the Lutheran World Federation (LWF), the Roman Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion. Subscribe to our podcast for more inspiring stories about global mission and leadership. For further information about the Lausanne Movement, please visit our webpage: https://www.lausanne.org.

In this episode of God on the Move, Alayu Dubale talks about the ministry of Global Call and their threefold strategy to serve as God’s hands and feet for the churches of Africa. He shares how thousands of people turn to Christ despite severe persecution and how Tertullian’s famous words ring true in Ethiopia and surrounding countries. Links from the interview: Global Call Alayu Dubale: Alayu Dubale, Yegile Mengistie, and their five children have been serving the African churches for the last 28 years, planting churches, making disciples of all nations, and raising emerging leaders. Following the moving of Alayu, his wife Yegile and their 5 kids to the USA, Global Call was established in 2015 and uses a holistic approach to train the indigenous leaders to put the gospel into practice so that all of life in the village will be transformed. Alayu has received a BTH from Evangelical Theological College, Ethiopia and an MBA in International Business from Greenwich University, London.

In this episode of God on the Move, Indra BM shares his story as a church planter and pastor in Nepal, talking about the challenges and opportunities Christians face in this predominantly Hindu country. While the pressure on Christians is again rising in Nepal, the church is still growing. Indra Budha Magar Indra BM is a pastor and church planter in Nepal. He joined a ministry in 2001 and has been working in student ministry ever since. His main ministry focus has been digital mission, evangelism, discipleship and church planting. He is married and has two children. Subscribe to our podcast for more inspiring stories about global mission and leadership. For further information about the Lausanne Movement, please visit our webpage: https://www.lausanne.org.

In this episode of God on the Move, Lily Chia founded Land of Promise, a Minecraft server, tells her story of how she aims to share the gospel message within the user community of the most historically popular video game to bring the Kingdom of God to a pixelated, three-dimensional world with virtually infinite terrain, engaging with over 300 million players. Links from the interview: Be a part of the Land of Promise family Lily Chia Lily served with her local ministry for about 20 years with youths, creatives and children. Her heart is in discipling the next-Gen. She spent 25 years in the creative industry running her own business. Since 2020, she has stepped down to serve the LORD in reaching out to the next-gen using creatives and technology. Her heart is to create and explore new frontiers to engage and disciple the next-gen. She is currently developing a metaverse in Minecraft, building biblical landscapes such as the Sea of Galilee and Jerusalem in the first century to experience the bible come alive. She has been invited to speak on topics of gaming and engaging the next-gen using Minecraft. Subscribe to our podcast for more inspiring stories about global mission and leadership. For further information about the Lausanne Movement, please visit our webpage: https://www.lausanne.org.

In this episode of God on the Move, Samuel and Ruth Kamminga share their experience of living in Bethnal Green, a neighbourhood in East London. It is a challenging place where they open their home and hearts to residents, actively hosting refugees, the underprivileged, and neighbours while spreading the love of God. Throughout this transformative journey, they have found themselves as recipients, being ministered to in unexpected ways. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, then this podcast is for you. Links from Interview: InnerCHANGE Samuel & Ruth Kamminga Sam was born and raised in Canada and is currently serving with InnerCHANGE as an apprentice and as a Community Pastor with St. George-In-the-East Church. Ruth was born and raised in Guatemala and lived part of her adolescence in Spain. She has worked with IFES (International Fellowship of Evangelical Students) and organizations for social development in Guatemala. She is a researcher at a Global Affairs think tank in London, England. Subscribe to our podcast for more inspiring stories about global mission and leadership. For further information about the Lausanne Movement, please visit our webpage: https://www.lausanne.org.

In this episode of God on the Move, Eraston K. Kighoma and CJ Davison delve into the role of Christ's followers amidst global conflict, spotlighting the war-torn Democratic Republic of the Congo. They unveil insights from the Congolese church and local mission agencies, exploring the complexities of mission amidst violence and adversity, witnessing remarkable Christian growth despite ongoing challenges. Article: Living the Gospel in Conflict Zones Eraston Kighoma Eraston Kambale Kighoma is the executive director of the Centre for Intercultural Missions and Research and also serves as a coordinator for the Democratic Republic of Congo with the Lausanne Movement’s Creation Care Network. He teaches mission and intercultural studies in a variety of seminaries and universities. He is the author of Church and Mission in the Context of War: A Descriptive Missiological Study of the Response of the Baptist Church in Central Africa (CBCA) to the War in Eastern Congo between 1990 and 2011, for which he was awarded the first Research Prize for Intercultural Theology in 2022 by the German Association of Mission Studies. Caleb Davison CJ Davison is the international director for Leadership International, equipping Christlike leaders for God’s mission through training and resources. Residing in the UK with his wife and three children, he travels, teaches, writes, and raises funds to empower locally-run biblical leadership training programs. He also serves with the Lausanne Movement’s YLGen initiative and is the author of Missional Friendships: Jesus’ Design for Fruitful Life and Ministry.

In this episode of God on the Move, Janet Sewell talks about Operation Joshua. This Hellenic Ministries project has distributed New Testaments to households in rural Greece for the past 15 years, employing heavenly wisdom to expand missions in the birthplace of Western civilization. If you are a Christian seeking to discover stories of how God moves in different parts of the world, this podcast is for you. Links from Interview: Operation JoshuaHellenic Ministries Janet Sewell Janet currently serves as the technical support operations assistant for the Lausanne Movement and operations manager for Lausanne Europe. She spent 14 years in Greece as a missionary with Hellenic Ministries.

The God on the Move podcast is coming in January 2024! Explore the pulse of global mission with 'God on the Move'—a new Lausanne Movement podcast dedicated to uncovering and celebrating the most inspiring mission stories from the global church. Join us as we delve into the heart of God's work worldwide, aiming to ignite a passion for the Great Commission within you. Get ready to be inspired, challenged, and propelled into faithful obedience alongside believers from every corner of the earth. This trailer is a glimpse of what's coming in Episode 2. Be sure to subscribe and follow us so you won't miss it.

The God on the Move podcast is coming in January 2024! We want to listen to mission stories from the global church. Through listening to what God is doing around the world, we hope to encourage and challenge the global church to faithful obedience to the Great Commission. This trailer is a glimpse of what's coming. Be sure to subscribe and follow us so you won't miss it.