When God Calls, Our Plans Can Change!

When God Calls, Our Plans Can Change!

What happens when God calls you somewhere you never expected to go? In this episode, I sit down with my husband, Matt Parker, to hear the remarkable story of how a short-term mission trip to post-war Lebanon changed the course of his life. From teaching in an English elementary school to serving in ministry overseas, Matt shares how God used ordinary moments, unexpected relationships, and a simple willingness to say "yes" to reveal His plans. If you're wondering whether God might be calling you into something new, this conversation will encourage you to listen, trust, and take that first step of faith. Contact Mel at faiththatmovespodcast@gmail.com

When God Calls...His Timing Is Perfect.

In this episode of Faith That Moves, Mel sits down with worship leader Jeremy Schering to hear the story of how a life-changing encounter with the Holy Spirit transformed his faith and set him on a path of worship ministry. Jeremy shares how God met him in a powerful way as a teenager, turning faith from something he inherited into something deeply personal. He reflects on the role worship has played in shaping his relationship with God, the lessons he's learned through seasons of waiting, and how God has been leading him into a new season of ministry and calling. Whether you're wrestling with a decision, waiting on God's timing, or sensing His invitation into something new, this episode is a reminder that when God calls, He is faithful to guide, provide, and equip those who trust Him. Contact Mel at faiththatmovespodcast@gmail.com

When God Calls, He Works In The Waiting

In this episode of Faith That Moves, Mel Parker sits down with Calvary Church's pioneer pastor, Joe Wittmer, to explore what it looks like to say "yes" to God—even when the destination isn't fully clear. Joe shares his journey from a struggling teenager to a pastor, reflecting on the pivotal moments when God called him to step out in faith. Together, Mel and Joe discuss how God guides His people through Scripture, the Holy Spirit, trusted relationships, and the church community. The conversation also dives into Joe's current calling as he prepares to lead Calvary 30, a new campus initiative designed to bring the gospel-centered community to more people. Joe opens up about the challenges of waiting, the uncertainties of leadership, and the lessons God is teaching him about trust, patience, and surrender. Whether you're wrestling with a major decision, wondering what God might be calling you to, or simply learning to trust Him in a season of waiting, this episode offers encouragement to take your next faithful step. Key takeaway: "Waiting is not wasted when God is working in the waiting." What's your next step of faith? Contact Mel at faiththatmovespodcast@gmail.com

When God Calls, He Is Enough.

What happens when God calls you somewhere you never expected? In this deeply personal episode of Faith That Moves, Mel Parker sits down with John Szabo to share the story of how a reluctant, young Brit sensed God calling her to leave everything familiar behind and move to Beirut, Lebanon. What began as a short-term mission trip became a life-changing journey and Mel opens up about the moment she first sensed God speaking, the confirmations that followed, the tears and loneliness of obedience, and the powerful ways God proved Himself faithful and sufficient through every step. This conversation is an honest and encouraging look at what it means to trust God beyond comfort zones, availability over ability, and how saying “yes” to God can reshape your entire life. Whether you’re considering missions, wrestling with a step of faith, or simply wondering if God still calls ordinary people today, this episode will challenge and inspire you to ask: What’s my next step? Contact Mel at faiththatmovespodcast@gmail.com

When God Calls, He Equips.

In this episode of Faith That Moves, Mel Parker sits down with Everett Felsman and Joel Reasoner to talk about what it really looks like to step out when God calls—especially when it’s uncomfortable, uncertain, or unexpected. Fresh off a mission trip to the jungles of Peru, Joel and Ev share honest, funny, and faith-stretching stories about saying “yes” to God. From open doors that didn’t make sense at first, to moments of doubt, growth, and bold obedience, this conversation explores how God leads, equips, and transforms us when we trust Him. If you’ve ever wondered, “Is God calling me to something more?”—this conversation will challenge and encourage you to trust Him and take your next step. Contact Mel at faiththatmovespodcast@gmail.com