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Listen in as Jason and Gary interview Jason's long-time friend, Jeremy Elam. Jeremy recently received a cancer diagnosis. As with any serious diagnosis, there is always a time of readjusting, but you will LOVE Jeremy's answer. Jeremy shares how serving Jesus is most important, and he will continue faithfully just as he did before the diagnosis. If you are someone facing cancer or know so...

Little did Gary Hale know that when he began a friendship with Dan Londeree it would result in Dan giving his life to Christ and eventually becoming a pastor! God used Gary's friendship with Dan to show Dan the reality of the Christian life which was the catalyst in Dan's eventual surrender to Christ. Listen as Jason and Gary chat with Dan and hear from Dan's perspective how God orc...

Today Gary and Jason invite Jason's mom, Marleen, for a candid interview on what it is like being a parent of 2 missionaries.  Jason and his sister Rebecca and their respective families have been serving in Africa and Latin America. Listen as "mom" shares what it was like raising two kiddos for the mission field and the advice she gives those whose children are stepping out into mis...

In today's episode, Gary and Jason talk about starting a seminary or Bible institute out of the local church and the importance of training believers to fulfill the Great Commission.  They also talk about SEMCA Seminary in the Dominican Republic and how God worked to bring that ministry about! This will be an encouragement to anyone considering starting a teaching ministry out of their local...

In today's episode, Gary and Jason talk about the importance of discipleship. They touch on the different dynamics of discipleship as well as various approaches. In the end, the most important thing is to be actively in the process of discipling new believers and helping them mature in their faith! Are you discipling someone?    

This podcast takes a slightly different turn as Gary interviews Jason about his time with his family serving in Venezuela. Jason, Sarah, and their children served as church planting missionaries in Venezuela from 2015-2018. Listen as Gary asks Jason the hard questions and listen to how God was always faithful through every circumstance - including a 5-day blackout! Learning to live by faith is lea...

Stepping into full-time mission work can be a bit scary for a newbie. One of the most important decisions you will make apart from your sending church is the mission board you choose. A good mission board can make your missionary experience so much better and even alleviate some of the pressures of cultural adaptation. Listen in as Gary and Jason talk about their mission boards and how much they h...

Holidays in a foreign country can be interesting. Sometimes we assume that the world celebrates the way Americans do, but that is not the case. Semana Santa (which is translated as "holy week." It is the week before Easter) in the Dominican Republic provides challenges and opportunities that American's don't face in their cultural context. Listen as Gary and Jason talk about th...

Nothing encourages your faith more than hearing how God makes the impossible possible. Listen as Jason and Gary talk about how God miraculously provided the ministry property called "visionland." Gary shares in detail how God not only provided the funds but also how God orchestrated the right people in the right places to make Visionland a reality. This story will be a real treat because...

Both Jason and Gary have been strongly influenced in the area of spiritual/devotional journaling. It is a practice that has changed their spiritual lives. Listen as Jason and Gary talk about the importance of journaling. They also give practical examples of how to journal as well as some additional resources that will help you grow deeper in your walk with the Lord. The purpose of this podcast is...

One of the biggest door openers for missionaries is learning to identify with the national in things that are important to them. Independence day is one example of a way that we as Americans can celebrate alongside other nationalities as they celebrate the independence of their own country. Listen as Jason and Gary talk about unique gospel opportunities through the celebration of national holidays...

Probably one of the biggest faith hurdles when stepping out into missionary work is entrusting your health to the Lord. Illnesses like dengue and malaria very serious and cannot necessarily be prevented. There are many other serious illnesses that can potentially kill you when you step on foreign soil. When you step outside of the United States you face a whole different world of healthcare and il...

So we are using a little wordplay here. Sorry for the interruption in our uploading schedule. Jason is the editor of the podcast and had some issues with family illness and internet issues. Our hiccups are better and we are back to our uploading schedule! Thanks for your patience!

One of the tremendous opportunities that have been placed in the hands of the DR Vision ministry is the Las Palmas Christian School. Las Palmas is a beacon in the community offering top-notch education with a biblical world view. Las Palmas students are sought after on both the sacred and secular levels for the level of excellence they have achieved through their education. Not only has this been...

This episode will have you laughing and crying at the same time. Jason's brother-in-law, Ben Sinclair, and family are missionaries to Cameroon, Africa. Due to the tragic loss of a co-worker, Ben and his family had to flee Cameroon due to the political unrest. After years and years of investment in the city of Bamenda, their lives changed through the sound of a gunshot and the tragic loss of a...

In this episode, Gary and Jason talk about rats and rest. These two subject matters make for some interesting conversation. Join in with them as they talk about the importance of rest in our personal lives and ministry.  Being busy does not always mean we are productive. How do we streamline our lives and ministries to protect ourselves from spiritual, physical, and emotional burnout? You will def...

You've heard Gary and Jason talk about short-term mission trips from the missionary perspective, but what about a pastor's perspective? Join in on the conversation as the guys chat with Pastor Lee Wimberly from North Point Baptist Church about the impact that a short-term mission trip had on his congregation. You will definitely be encouraged and challenged. Pastor Lee walks you through...

Short-term mission trips can be a tremendous asset to your church if they are done right. Listen to Jason and Gary as they tackle the subject of short-term trips. If you are considering a trip for your church or youth group, this episode is a must-listen. They guys delve into the areas of culture, finances, spiritual preparation, trusting proven experience, and leaving the door open for effective...

Mark and Patty are no strangers to ministry. Mark and Patty have been involved in sports ministry for decades. God called Mark and Patty in their retirement years to the country of the Dominican Republic to begin a new chapter of ministry. Listen as they open their hearts about their years of ministry experience as well as the challenges of relocating to a new country and culture amidst a global p...

What’s it like to hear God’s call on your life to mission work? How does that process work? This podcast was a treat for Jason and Gary to sit down and interview Wade and Kacey Rainey as they opened their hearts and shared how God had been leading and guiding in their life in the area of mission work. Listen to how God led this precious couple down His path of surrender and sanctification. Wade an...

You are going to love this interview! If you ever want to see the process of missionary work from salvation to sanctification and then to service, look no further than Diomaris Canario. Diomaris was saved and discipled through the ministry of DR vision, and she is now involved in investing spiritually in others. Life was not always easy for Diomaris when she was in search of reality and truth. Alt...

This week starts with a brief history lesson from Gary. He shares with us the history of the Dominican Republic. The DR shares a long history with Haiti.  As Jason and Gary talk about the cultural differences between the DR and Haiti, the conversation takes a natural direction of how to be as culturally effective with the gospel as we can. What is the necessary mindset for a missionary to be most...

In this episode, Gary and Jason give you a front-row seat to Christmas in the Dominican Republic. They also talk in-depth regarding the missionary mindset as a missionary is away from family. We hope this will be a help to missionaries as well as pastors and church members to know how to pray for their missionaries. Gary and Jason also talk about various ways of engaging the culture for Christ dur...

Covid-19 has changed the world in many ways. It has also changed the way that the church does ministry. Listen as Jason and Gary talk about the nuances of ministering in the Dominican Republic during the pandemic. While change is not easy, sometimes God uses change to shape us and grow His church. We want to hear what you have to say. Be sure to email us at drvisionlife365@gmail.com with your comm...

Take a walk down memory lane with our team leader Gary Hale. Listen to how God orchestrated each step of his life to prepare him for Great Commission work in the Dominican Republic.