The Perspectives Podcast

Segun, Students Pastor at Battle Creek Church and fellow ORU alumni joins us. He shares what he's been doing in quarantine to be productive and his encouragement to any student who may feel alone during this unique time. We discuss being intentional rather than lazy or negligent, the role of creativity during this pandemic, and remembering to not abandon communion for community.   Connect with Seg...

Daniel, a College Staff member at Young Life Denton and a college classmate of Chase's joins us. He shares his experience so far in quarantine and his encouragement to our college friends during this unique time. We discuss the journey of identity, our habitual retreat to our phones, how to deal with issues during quarantine, and how to get comfortable with the silence of quarantine. Daniel would...

Gibran, songwriter and worship leader at Gateway Church joins us for the first episode in our Quarantine Sessions/Pandemic Parties series. He shares how he is getting through this quarantine and some of the good that has come from this lifestyle change for him. We discuss how to see the goodness of God in this pandemic, knowing God deeper leads to loving Him deeper, and the benefit of laughter and...

Tedashii, a recording artist with Reach Records and a friend of the podcast joins us. He shares some of his experiences with international & domestic missions, how God lead him into missions, and his recent trip to Israel with Israel Collective. We discuss unconditional generosity, the humility that's required for international missions, unknown entitlement, the sin of partiality, and impactful mo...

Zach, a former classmate of Josue's at ORU and a missionary at Dunamis Movement joins us. He shares his testimony and his current missions work in Europe and Brazil. We discuss being a part of Dunamis and The Send, the life of a missionary, purpose in God's commandments, and unexpected hardships that missionaries face. Connect with Zach: Zach IG: @zachholderness Dunamis Greenhouse IG: @dunamisgree...

Samuel, a missionary and International Student Coordinator at Dunamis Movement joins us on the podcast. He shares his testimony, stories from childhood in Lubbock, his time at Oral Roberts University, his work in Brazil, and the calling God have him at a young age. We discuss being a part of Dunamis and The Send, hearing from God, authenticity, and becoming who we are to be in the midst of finding...

Neph, Director of Ground Operations and Logistics for Moving Haiti Forward joins us on the podcast. She shares her testimony, her childhood in Atlanta, growing up in a Haitian family, and her experience in international missions. We discuss sacrificing for Christ, how to combat the depression and hopelessness that can come with missions, and how to process when returning home from a mission trip....

Tony, an artist with Reflection Music Group and friend of the podcast joins us this week. He shares his testimony (0:03), how he started in music (0:38), and stories from his recent trip to Israel with Israel Collective (1:27). We discuss life growing up in "the hood," learning the reputation of the Lord, applying the law to our life, and emerging from dark seasons in our faith. Connect with Tony:...

David, a Pastor at Gateway Church and Executive Director of Kingdom Initiative joins us this week. He shares some of his testimony experience with international missions, including the Alps trip that we've previously shared. We discuss the importance of sharing stories with friends, boldness, and wrestling through difficulties in faith. Connect with David: David IG: @the_davidfraga Kingdom Initiat...

Marissa, a friend and participant on several mission trips joins us this week. She shares some of her experience with international missions, including with Mercy Multiplied. We discuss how family ties and commitments relate to missions, the intention of looking at familiar things in different ways, as well as the balance of domestic & international missions. Connect with Marissa: Marissa IG: @mar...

Jordan, a Pastor and friend joins us this week. He shares his experience of living in Sydney, Australia for three years and attending Hillsong College. We discuss fears that can come with a new adventure, difficulties in returning home after being abroad for years, the benefits of counseling, family reconciliation, and our thoughts on the passing of Kobe Bryant. Connect with Jordan: Jordan IG: @jo...

David, friend, Dallas local, and Pastor of West End Church joins us this week. He shares the story of starting West End in Dallas and stories from his recent mission trip to Mexico. We also discuss the ideas of embracing responsibility at a young age, God's provision, and showing God's love through our actions. Connect with David: David IG: @dabidmiranda West End Website: www.westendchurch.tv   We...

George, co-founder of Become Network and Seed of Love bracelets joins us this week. He shares the visions of Become and Seeds of Love, and lessons from his travels to Guatemala. We also discuss partnering with God and the goodness of God's boundaries. Connect with George: Seeds of Love IG: @SeedsofLoveBracelets Become Network IG: @BecomeNetwork George IG: @GOrellana10   Website:  www.perspectivesw...

Montell - friend, artist, and all-around creative joins us for this week's episode. He shares lessons he learned from traveling and being on tour in 2019. We discuss his musical influences, boldness, pressures of creating, and how to combat our tendency to hurry. Connect with Montell: Montell's Youtube:  Montell Fish IG & Twitter: @MontellFish   YouTube: The Perspectives Podcast Website:  perspect...

We're coming to you live from our 2020 beginning of the year board meeting! In this recording from the meeting we discuss our 2019 accomplishments and 2020 plans and goals. If you're interested in serving or traveling with us, reach out to us at info@perspectivesww.org Website:  www.perspectivesworldwide.org IG:  @PerspectivesWorldwide Chase IG:  @Chase_Brown27 Josue IG:  @ButtermanJosue

Kirby Minnick, friend of the podcast and social media influencer joins us this week. She shares her testimony and her experience on the Alps trip that her and Chase were a part of. We discuss God's faithfulness, the importance of obedience, and how to step out in boldness. Connect with Kirby: Kirby's Podcast: Bought + Beloved with Kirby Minnick IG, Youtube, Tik Tok:  @Kirbyisaboss   YouTube: The P...

Our friend, Jake Moore, joins us on the podcast this week. He shares his testimony and stories from his mission trips he participated in this year. We discuss his first missions experience, what it was like to go on two mission trips back to back, and missions in Europe. Connect with Jake: IG: @Jake. Moore777   Website:   www.perspectivesworldwide.org IG:   @PerspectivesWorldwide Chase IG: @Chase_...

Josue and Chase sit down to talk about Chase's mission trip to the Alps with Gateway Church and Jesus Revolution. Chase shares how Perspectives' partnered in the trip, what happened on the trip, the main takeaways, and how life has been since the trip. We hope you enjoy listening and let's get this bread.   Website: www.perspectivesworldwide.org Facebook: Perspectives Worldwide IG: @PerspectivesWo...

Joining us on the podcast this week is one of our pastors from Gateway Church, Josh Lebel. He shares lessons and stories from his 12+ years of experiences in international missions. We also discuss how to be bold in our faith, current models for missions today, and kingdom culture. Where you can connect with Josh: IG: @JoshLebel Email: josh.lebel@gatewaystaff.com   Website:   www.perspectivesworld...

On this episode, our friend Jared joins us to share stories from his recent trip to El Salvador and opens up about part of his testimony that connect with ministry opportunities on the trip. We discuss freedom from pornography, unforgiveness, and what it's like leading a trip.  Connect with Jared: IG: @Jared_Archer_ Website:  perspectivesworldwide.org IG: @PerspectivesWorldwide Chase IG: @Chase_B...

Our friend Jake, drops in on the podcast to share stories from his recent mission trip to Brazil and the lessons he learned from his first international mission trip. We discuss expecting miracles, using our unique gifts, and overcoming language barriers.  Connect with Jake: IG:  @LifeofJNew Website:  perspectivesworldwide.org IG: @PerspectivesWorldwide Chase IG: @Chase_Brown27

Rowland, joins us on the podcast in Houston, TX. He shares his stories from his childhood all across the US. He shares about his experience of being a Christian while being a collegiate athlete at Duke, and the lessons he learned from his years playing lacrosse. Chase and Rowland also discuss their recent mission trips to Costa Rica, and how their time in Costa Rica has grown their perspective. Co...

Our first guest, Yvann, joins us on the podcast. He shares stories of his childhood in the Ivory Coast, France, and the United States, and shares the lessons he learned from each culture. Yvann also shares the vision for his newly released devotional, "I Have a Dream," a 21 day devotional on dreaming with God. Where you can connect with Yvann: IG:  @Yvann007 I Have a Dream Devotional: www.karamoko...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to travel to China? In this episode, Josue and Chase discuss our recent opportunity to travel to China. We share what happened on the trip, describe our partnerships in China, and the lessons we learned from the trip. We hope you enjoy the podcast and thanks for listening!   Website: www.perspectivesworldwide.org Facebook: Perspectives Worldwide IG: @Perspecti...

This is the official podcast for Perspectives Worldwide, a 501c3 nonprofit. In this episode, we share the charitable programs and activities of Perspectives. We also outline our purpose for starting this podcast and what we hope to provide by creating this platform and creative outlet. We hope you enjoy the podcast and thanks for listening!   Facebook: Perspectives Worldwide YouTube: The Perspecti...