Impact Nations Podcast

What was Mary Magdalene’s first reaction when she encountered the empty tomb? Why didn’t she recognize Jesus when she first saw his resurrected body? Why did John write this book anyways? Steve addresses these questions and more in this look at the final chapters of John’s gospel.This week’s episode is brought to you by our Journey to the Philippines. On March 10th, our team will travel to Eastern Samar, one of the poorest provinces in the Philippines. This region is routinely hit by devastating typhoons which leads to the spread of water-borne illnesses and a general sense of hopelessness. You could be the one to bring hope. On this Journey, you will see God work in ways that you never imagined. The blind will see, the deaf will hear, and hundreds will respond to the gospel. You will get to see the joy on a mother’s face as you deliver a water filter that may well rescue her child’s life. If you’re a regular listener, you’ve heard me talking about Journeys of Compassion all year long. If you haven’t yet join

What was that inscription above Jesus’ cross all about? Why did Jesus give His mother to John? And what was the significance of water and blood flowing from Jesus’ body? This week Steve looks at five aspects of John’s depiction of the crucifixion.I’d like to take a minute to tell you about a page from the Impact Nations Christmas catalog that I am particularly excited about this year. In the past I have told you about our Skills and Business training programs. We are really passionate about helping the poor become self-sufficient. But sometimes, before we can get people trained, we have to simply rescue them from a dangerous situation. That’s why one section of our Christmas catalog is simply titled, “Rescue a Life”. In Uganda we are working with partners to rescue pregnant teens from the streets of Kampala or from abusive homes. They are placed in a safe shelter where they receive the care and attention that they and their unborn children so desperately need. Through this year’s catalog, you get to participa

Why did Peter cut off that guy’s ear? Why did John leave out details of Jesus last day? What was Pilot’s intent when he asked “What is truth?”? This week Steve studies Jesus arrest and Peter’s denial, from chapters 18 & 19 of John’s gospel.This week’s episode is brought to you by the Impact Nations Christmas catalog. By now you have likely received your copy of the print version of the Christmas catalog. Pour yourself a coffee and sit down for a quick read. The catalog is filled with stories of how Impact Nations is partnering with donors just like you to rescue some of the most vulnerable people in the world. In addition to these inspiring stories, we’ve got some great gift selections. You can participate in rescuing pregnant teens from the streets or provide skills and business training that will help widows become self-sufficient. Do you want to feed the hungry or provide medicine for the poor? You can do that too! If you’d like to give online, check out our all new online version of the Christmas cata

What does eternal life look like? What does the word “glory” really mean? How can we be sanctified by the truth? This week Steve gives us an in-depth look at Jesus prayer in John chapter 17.In this episode, Steve mentions the book The Way of the Spirit. You can purchase the book here.Since today is Thanksgiving here in the United States, I thought I’d spend a few minutes telling you some of the things we’re thankful for her at Impact Nations. Here’s a quick list of highlights from 2018…This year we have provided a lifetime supply of clean water for over 20,000 people. We have led Journeys of Compassion to seven different nations where thousands of people have responded to the gospel and dozens of churches were planted. Nearly one hundred people have received our small business training. Women have been rescued from a life of forced prostitution, while others have been freed from prison or a life on the streets. Most of all, we are thankful for our amazing donors, because without you, none of this wouldn’t hav

We are re-releasing this episode, as some listeners reported technical difficulties.How does God want us to participate in what He’s doing? What happens when we are trapped in fear? Why did we invent religion to find a way to God? This week we listen in to the second half of Steve’s conversation with Baxter Kruger. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen to episode 27 first.This week’s episode is brought to you by the Impact Nations Christmas Catalog. Each year, we give you an opportunity to give a gift that will Impact a family in the developing world. Through our Christmas Catalog, donors like you have provided tens of thousands of people with clean water, farm land, livestock, mosquito nets, and so much more. These gifts of hope are a beautiful expression of a really big gospel that is transforming lives around the world. In this years catalog we are so excited to be rescuing pregnant teens from the streets of Kampala and providing business training to help abused and neglected women escape a cycle of po

How does God want us to participate in what He’s doing? What happens when we are trapped in fear? Why did we invent religion to find a way to God? This week we listen in to the second half of Steve’s conversation with Baxter Kruger. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen to episode 27 first.This week’s episode is brought to you by the Impact Nations Christmas Catalog. Each year, we give you an opportunity to give a gift that will Impact a family in the developing world. Through our Christmas Catalog, donors like you have provided tens of thousands of people with clean water, farm land, livestock, mosquito nets, and so much more. These gifts of hope are a beautiful expression of a really big gospel that is transforming lives around the world. In this years catalog we are so excited to be rescuing pregnant teens from the streets of Kampala and providing business training to help abused and neglected women escape a cycle of poverty. Your copy of this years catalog is in the mail and should be arriving soon. I

Have we lost site of the true message of the Gospel? Is mankind actually separated from God? If not, what is the current state of humanity? We discuss these things and more in this first half of our chat with Baxter Kruger.This week’s episode is brought to you by our 2019 Journey of Compassion schedule. Head to www.impactnations.com/joc to discover how God might use you to bring the Good News to the poor next year. Whether it be in Asia, South America, Europe, or Africa, you don’t want to miss your chance to heal the sick, meet the needs of the poor, and preach the gospel to some of the world’s most vulnerable people. God is waiting to use you to change lives. Visit www.impactnations.com/joc to learn more today.To learn more about Baxter Kruger, visit his website: https://www.perichoresis.org. We would strongly recommend his book, Patmos.

Why do we act surprised when we have conflict with the world? What’s the secret to doing the works of God? Why did Jesus have to leave the earth? Steve discusses these questions and more as he looks at John chapter 15 verse 18 through the end of chapter 16.This week’s episode is brought to you by our latest effort to free women from a life of the streets. A couple of weeks ago, Impact Nations brought a team of women to Kenya, where in one night they helped rescue 78 women from a life of forced prostitution. Along with our partner, Mike Brawan, we have already found housing and support for 53 of those women. We need your help to get funding for the remaining 25. For only $100, you can provide two months worth of safe housing, food, counseling, business training, and a small loan to help a woman get her own business started. Will you help us? We’ve started a crowdfunding page at www.impactnations.com/kenya. Imagine the difference $100 could make.

What did Jesus mean when He said we would be pruned? What does it look like? How do we remain in the Father’s love? Today Steve reviews perhaps the most famous portion of John’s Gospel, chapter 15.This week’s episode is brought to you by our Journey of Compassion to Haiti. Did you know that Haiti is the poorest nation in the Western Hemisphere? Impact Nations has been working in Haiti for years, but this will be our first Journey to this nation in over two years. Join us as we bring practical demonstrations of God’s love and compassion. You will be healing the sick, helping out in mobile medical clinics, distributing water filters, and sharing the Good News of the Kingdom of God. Join us in Haiti, April 28th to May 7th. Visit www.impactnations.com/haiti to learn more. Let’s rescue lives together.

\What was the most exclusive claim in all of scripture? Can you have eternal life if you’ve never heard of Jesus? What did Jesus mean when He said we would do greater works than him? Steve gives us his thoughts on these questions and more in this study of John chapter 14.This week’s episode is brought to you by the Impact Nations clean water fund. Did you know that over 844 million people lack access to clean water? How’d you like to help fix that? Since 2005, Impact Nations has given the gift of clean water to over half a million people. We distribute water filters in houses, schools, and disaster relief centers. When we do, school attendance goes up, the economy improves, and lives are saved. Contaminated water effects every part of life, and safe water changes everything. You can help. Visit www.impactnations.com/cleanwater to learn how.

What does “Paraclete” mean? What is the Holy Spirit’s mission? What is the full definition of prophesy? Steve is teaching on the Holy Spirit in this continued study of John chapter 14.This week’s episode is brought to you by the Impact Nations clean water fund. Did you know there is a cholera epidemic in Zimbabwe right now? We’re going to do something about it. Cholera is a water borne bacterial disease that absolutely leads to death. Impact Nations is working with partners from South Africa to bring water filters to the cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe. These filters will save lives. The filters are already on their way to Africa, but we need your help with the additional costs of distribution including fuel and lodging for our distributors. Will you help us? Please give to our I Thirst Clean Water Program at www.impactnations.com/cleanwater. Thank you for your partnership.

Did Jesus give Judas a final appeal to change his mind? Can we change our hearts on our own? How did Jesus reveal the glory of the Father? Steve answers these questions and more in this week’s study of John chapter 13. This week’s episode is brought to you by our Journey to India. Each year, Impact Nations partners with our friend, Randeep, as he and his amazing team seek to break new ground in Northern India. Every year, Randeep brings us to villages where no one has ever heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. Before we arrive, a team has scouted the region, prayed through towns, and identified a man of peace in the community. Then we go into those villages and demonstrate the gospel through medical clinics, water filter distribution, and healing the sick in Jesus name. And every year, churches spring up as a result of our Journey of Compassion. Hundreds of churches have been started in recent years, as the gospel has radically changed lives. How would you like to say that you were there when the gospel came and

What was the prophetic significance of Jesus washing His friends’ feet? Was He acting even lower than a slave? What did Jesus actions reveal about the Father? This week Steve begins our study of the second half of John’s gospel. This week’s episode is brought to you by the Impact Nations Facebook page. Impact Nations has the privilege of seeing the Kingdom of God at work in nations all over the globe. We’d like to tell you about thousands of people getting clean water, communities being transformed, and lives being rescued. You can catch regular updates on this sort of thing every day on Facebook. You will also find Steve’s writings. For each of the next eight Wednesdays, Steve will be posting a different article on a line of the Lord’s prayer, including examples of how it has shaped his own prayer life. So head to facebook.com/impactnationsministriesto get your daily dose of encouragement.

What should suffering look like? How do we help each other suffer? What would it look like to worship with full abandonment? We discuss these questions and more with our friend Carlos Rodriguez, during this Facebook Live recording.Follow Carlos on all social media platforms by looking for @happysonship, or visit www.thehappygivers.com .Today’s episode is brought to you by Journeys of Compassion. During this episode, you’ll hear Carlos mention the ongoing effects of our trip to Puerto Rico. That was a Journey of Compassion. If you’re new to Impact Nations, you should know that Journeys of Compassion are a big part of who we are. It is during these twelve day trips that people just like you discover that God loves to use His people to heal the sick, meet the needs of the poor, and spend time with the lonely and broken. Join us will you? God will use you in ways that you never thought imaginable. We have upcoming trips to India, the Philippines, Haiti, Uganda, Guatemala, and more. Visit impactnations.com/joc to

What is a mystic? What did Jesus mean when he told us to hate our lives? What is Jesus’ highest value? Answers to these questions and more in this further study of John chapter 12. This week’s episode is brought to you by our Journey to India. Each year, Impact Nations partners with our friend, Randeep, as he and his amazing team seek to break new ground in Northern India. Every year, Randeep brings us to villages where no one has ever heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. Before we arrive, a team has scouted the region, prayed through towns, and identified a man of peace in the community. Then we go into those villages and demonstrate the gospel through medical clinics, water filter distribution, and healing the sick in Jesus name. And every year, churches spring up as a result of our Journey of Compassion. Hundreds of churches have been started in recent years, as the gospel has radically changed lives. How would you like to say that you were there when the gospel came and changed a village? Join us, Februar

How did Mary get that expensive perfume? And what did it represent? What does Jesus mean when he says we’ll always have the poor with us? Steve gives his thoughts on these questions and more in this study of John chapter 12. This week’s episode is brought to you by our Small Business Loan Program. A lady named Maria took our small business training in Uganda earlier this year. With her newfound knowledge and some start-up capital from Impact Nations, she was able to start a tailoring business in her village. Her business is doing so well, that not only is she able to support herself and her children, she is earning enough profits to help feed 50 orphans at the local school five days a week. That is the power of business. There are many more people who are waiting to start their own small business so that they too can support themselves and bless their community. Will you help? Visit www.impactnations.com/business to learn how you could provide the start up capital needed to completely change a person’s futur

What does it mean to be sick? What makes Jesus angry? Why did the Jews want to kill Jesus? Steve discusses those issues and more in this study of John chapter 11. This week’s episode is brought to you by our Small Business Loan Program. At Impact Nations, we are always trying to lead people to sustainable solutions. We have ongoing programs that provide some of the world’s most vulnerable with both skills training and small business training. Once they have graduated, we encourage these students to go and chase their dreams. From fruit salad, to notebooks, to soap, these small businesses are helping young mothers provide for their families. But we could use your help. Would you consider giving to our small business loan program? Each interest-free loan we provide comes with the coaching and support needed to ensure that these businesses will succeed. To learn more, visit www.impactnations.com/business. Don’t forget to email your questions to podcast@impactnations.com.

How do we read the scriptures on a deeper level? Do we get stuck inside of a theological box? How do we handle church conflict? We discuss those questions and more with Murray Dueck, founder and director of Samuel’s Mantle Prophetic Training School.Learn more about Murray and his ministry at samuelsmantle.com or visit their Facebook page for some of Murray's videos.This week’s episode is brought to you by our India Flood Relief effort. Recent flooding in Kerala India has left over one million people seeking refuge. As the waters begin to recede, the true devastation is becoming clear. Entire communities are left without any access to safe drinking water. As a result, disease will soon break out. But you can help. Impact Nation’s is working with our partners in India to distribute water filters that will provide clean water as people rebuild their lives. But we can’t do it without your help. For every dollar that you give, we can supply another person with clean water. Visit impactnations.com/flood to lea

What’s the difference between eternal life and the Kingdom of God? What is “power evangelism”? Is the Gospel supposed to bring division? This week we pick up where we left off last week as Steve discusses the second half of John 10. This week’s episode is brought to you by our friends at The Remnant Generation, in Kampala, Uganda. Every year, The Remnant Generation rescues dozens of pregnant teens from sexual abuse, or a life on the streets. The girls are given a safe, loving environment, and the medical attention they need to carry their babies to term. Once their baby is born, we help get these young mothers get the training they will need to find employment or start their own business. You can help! For as little as $50, you could help cover the cost of a prenatal doctor’s visit. For $600 you could pay for all of the medical costs for one pregnancy. Imagine being able to help usher in a new life on the other side of the planet. To get involved, please visit www.impactnations.com/trg.

What is a false shepherd? What was the essential work on the cross? Why do we struggle to hear the voice of God? We’ve got answers to those questions, plus five reasons the incarnation is so important, as Steve gives us a recap of John’s Gospel so far and a study of John chapter 10. This episode is brought to you by the I Thirst Fund. Impact Nations has brought the gift of clean water to hundreds of thousands of people in the last 13 years. In almost every community we visit, contaminated water is causing severe illness, and even death. By going house to house to distribute water filters, we can eliminate those diseases and help people reach their true potential. At a cost of only $65, each filter can be shared by as many as five homes. And of course, whenever we install a filter we are also telling people about the Living Water that is Jesus. That is good news to the poor. We couldn’t do this without our amazing donors. If you would like to be one of those donors, visit impactnations.com/cleanwater.