Episode 242

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31st Oct 2018

How to Be a Catalyst: Obey the Great Commission, with Mike Falkenstine – EM242

Did you know that many Christians don't know what the Great Commission is? Listen to discover more about why it's critical to understand the Great Commission as well as some about what's going on in China. 

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The Great Commission is a crucial part of the Christian faith, but many believers don’t even know what it means. Mike Falkenstine comes to remind us of its importance and how followers of Jesus can live out that Commission. He also shares resources for those who want to take the first step of sharing the Gospel.

Mike also has strong connections in China through his ministry. He plans on sending a team of Chinese missionaries to reach different people groups throughout China. Mike’s love for Jesus pushes him to share about what He has done. He shows us the need to obey Jesus and make disciples of all nations.

What We Talked About

  • 00:24 - Episode summary
  • 01:18 - Introduction
  • 01:49 - What is the Great Commission?
  • 05:10 - The meaning of Jesus’ command
  • 07:35 - Why believers ignore the Great Commission
  • 09:54 - The transformation of obedience
  • 12:48 - What keeps people from answering the call?
  • 16:05 - Needs that you see and address
  • 20:18 - How to keep moving forward
  • 25:03 - When did God call you to ministry?
  • 30:07 - The current situation in China
  • 36:49 - Taking the first step
  • 39:22 - Other important resources
  • 40:18 - How can we best pray for you?
  • 43:22 - Feedback and closing thoughts

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Analyst by day. Podcast editor by night. Usually caffeinated. Husband, father, Jesus-follower all the time. Cohost The Podcast Gauntlet, former host of Engaging Missions, and former cohost of Podcast Editors Mastermind.