Gospel-Centered Missiology for Every Nation, Tribe, Language, and People

Jesus and Jetlag

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"Jesus and Jetlag" explores the principles and practical applications of missiology (the study of mission work) from a perspective rooted in the gospel and informed by a Biblically Lutheran understanding. This means the focus is on sharing the good news of Jesus Christ, emphasizing grace, faith, and Scripture as central to mission efforts. While grounded in Lutheran theology, "Jesus and Jetlag" aims to present insights and strategies relevant to anyone interested in gospel-centered mission work. www.gospelcenteredmentoring.site

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Episode 6: Bring Your Bible, Not Your Hymnal | Dr. Terry Schultz 09.04.2025 1:04:14

In this episode, Terry Schultz, a missionary and ethnomusicologist, shares his insights on the importance of understanding and honoring indigenous music in gospel ministry. He discusses the concept of “heart music,” the impact of cultural background on musical preferences, and the need for missionaries to prioritize the Bible over their own cultural expressions of worship. Terry also provides prac...

Episode 5: Understanding Missio Dei and the Mission of the Church | Professor Sam Degner 26.03.2025 43:33

Guest: Professor Sam Degner, Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary Topics: * Missio Dei * The Image of God (Imago Dei) * Missiology * The Book of Acts as a Missiological Model * Practical Application of Mission Principles Key Takeaways: * Missio Dei means "mission of God." * The mission of the church is God's mission, focused on reconciling sinners to Himself. * Understanding the Imago Dei (Image of God) he...

Episode 4: Mission Strategy and the Person of Peace | Pastor Larry Schlomer 12.03.2025 1:00:21

Guest: Pastor Larry Schlomer, Administrator of World Missions for the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) Topics: * Evolution of mission strategies in recent decades * Key differences between ministry in the US and mission work abroad * Importance of multiplication and reproducible ministry models * Concept of the "person of peace" in mission strategy * Unexpected opportunities and adaptin...

Episode 3: The Impact of Grace, the Cross, and Vocation on Missions | Pastor Jonathan Schroeder 25.02.2025 53:10

Three Confessional Lutheran Doctrines and Their Impact on Missions: * Centrality of the Means of Grace: * Word and sacraments are the tools the Holy Spirit uses to create faith. * Importance of Law and Gospel in bringing people to faith. * Story of Logan, an atheist who came to faith through the means of grace. * Importance of sharing and keeping the Word. * The balance between theological educati...

Episode 2: Mission in the Book of Acts | Dr. Glen Thompson 11.02.2025 57:20

Guest: Dr. Glen Thompson, Professor Emeritus at Asia Lutheran Seminary Topics Covered: * Key missiological ideas in the first 12 chapters of Acts, including the conversion of Peter and the stories of Stephen and Philip * The importance of humanitarian aid in missions * Different categories of missionaries and how Paul fits into those categories * Paul's mission strategy and the importance of flexi...

Episode 1: Missiology in the Old Testament | Pastor Brian Doebler 26.01.2025 1:11:25

In this episode, Brian Doebler, a pastor in Southern California, discusses the concept of missiology with us, particularly its application in the Old Testament. He explains "missio dei" as the mission of God, emphasizing the Triune God's sending of His Son, the Holy Spirit, and the church to the world. Missiology, he notes, is a multi-disciplinary study that includes sociology, anthropology, and c...