Aligning with God’s Vision: God’s Will and Your Calling

Aligning with God’s Vision: God’s Will and Your Calling

Understanding God's Vision, Mission, and Calling for Our Lives   Join JT in this episode of 'Seen and Heard,' where he discusses the profound questions about God's will, mission, and vision for our lives and the world. I'll shares the importance of recognizing God's call to make disciples of all nations and unpack scripture from Revelation, Ephesians, and more to provide clarity and direction. By examining the mission given to Christians, I'll explain our role as ambassadors for Christ and emphasize living in alignment with God's will. Tune in to explore how we can comprehend and fulfill our divine calling in today's world.   00:00 Introduction to Seen and Heard 00:00 Introducing a New Tool 00:52 Understanding God's Mission and Vision 03:17 The Vision of God: Revelation Insights 06:44 The Mission: Making Disciples of All Nations 09:20 Biblical Foundations of God's Mission 14:23 The Will of God Revealed   17:13 The Plan and Purpose of God's Will 21:49 The Purpose of Praise 22:52 Ephesians: Displaying God's Grace 24:04 The Eternal Purpose of the Church 25:10 Recap: Vision and Mission 27:10 Our Calling as Ambassadors 28:28 The Ministry of Reconciliation 31:37 The Parable of the Talents 40:49 Living in Alignment with God's Will

Summer Recap: To Know God & Telling Others

Reflecting on Summer and Embracing God's Nature   In this episode of 'Seen and Heard,' I, JT, talk about the transformative experiences of the past summer and explore the Gospel of Matthew. Reflecting on biblical passages like 2 Corinthians 3 and John 15, I emphasize the significance of knowing God deeply and continuing to live for Jesus beyond structured group activities. I share personal insights on God's nature as a loving Father and the essence of eternal life in knowing Him. I also recount my experiences of sharing faith in everyday settings and encourage listeners to utilize their unique gifts to further God's kingdom. The episode concludes with my thoughts on taking risks for God and finding joy in partnering with Him.   00:00 Introduction and Summer Recap 01:05 Pursuing Jesus Beyond Group Meetings 02:03 Understanding God's Nature 05:14 Living Out Your Faith 09:29 Preparing for the Next Year 11:04 A Prayer for God's Comfort and Blessing 11:11 The Parable of the Talents: A Lesson in Faithfulness 12:26 Understanding God's Expectations 13:12 Embracing Creative Initiative for God's Kingdom 14:02 Taking Bold Steps in Faith 15:39 Sharing Faith Through Everyday Actions 16:39 A Day of Evangelism: Real-Life Encounters 19:55 Reflecting on the Experience and Encouragement 20:29 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Ordinary Faith, Extraordinary Impact: Joe’s Journey to Nepal

In this episode of 'Seen and Heard,' host JT welcomes his friend Joe, also known as 'Average Joe,' to share his awe-inspiring experiences in Nepal. Joe discusses his humble beginnings in a small farm town in upstate New York, his passion for hunting, and his recent scriptural insights. The main focus of the episode is Joe's mission trip to Nepal, where he visited remote villages, shared the gospel, and witnessed God's profound impact. Highlighted moments include praying over and witnessing the healing of a young boy and sharing the story of Jesus with a 21-year-old monk. Joe's reflections emphasize the importance of being the light of the world in dark places and trusting in God's grace to meet us in our weaknesses.   00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:19 Average Joe's Background and Humble Beginnings 00:46 Joe's Move to Texas and Love for Hunting 02:13 Spiritual Insights and Preparing for Nepal 07:03 Arrival in Nepal and Initial Impressions 07:55 Empowering the Local Church in Nepal 09:15 Reconnecting and Sharing Stories in Nepal 09:57 Adventures and Spiritual Encounters in Remote Nepal 16:10 Reflecting on the Discovery Bible Study and Nepal Trip 16:19 Learning About God Through Hardships 17:42 Insights on People's Faith and Beliefs 18:22 A Miraculous Healing Encounter 22:40 The Impact of Witnessing God's Work 26:15 Encouragement to Live as the Light of the World 27:57 Praying for Nepal and Closing Thoughts

Ebenezer Moments: A Year to Remember!

In this episode of 'Seen and Heard,' we'll look at the transformative experiences of a nine-month community group focused on God's work in their lives and their mission fields. I'll highlight the importance of remembering God's faithfulness, share the activities and accomplishments of the group, including training hundreds in gospel tools and seeing new believers come to faith. I will preview my upcoming summer plans, including a trip to Japan for ministry training, personal family activities, and a call for continued support and prayer as I prepare for the next nine-month cycle. The episode underscores the significance of community, surrender, and abiding in Jesus. Newsletter [https://the-liner-family.epistle.org/subscribe] Giving Campaign [https://lg.app.neoncrm.com/forms/staffmember]: JT Lin (acct 511) Share Testimony [https://www.speakpipe.com/Seenandheardpodcast] Records up to 90 seconds 00:00 Introduction 00:12   01:05 Reflecting on the Past Year 01:20 The Importance of Remembrance 02:19 Creating a Yearbook of Faith 03:42 Encouraging Stories of Transformation 04:26 Sharing the Gospel and Community Impact 07:17 Exciting Plans for the Summer 09:27 Support andFuture Goals 10:51 Closing Thoughts and Prayers

Embracing the Call: Reflections on Far West Evangelism Push

Sharing the Gospel with Passion: Lessons and Stories In this episode of 'Seen and Heard,' JT updates listeners on a recent evangelism effort, exploring the transformative power of sharing and living the gospel through personal stories and Scripture. Starting with reflections on 2nd Corinthians and the analogy of Christians as fragrances of life, JT emphasizes the importance of living out one's faith openly and passionately. He shares an inspiring encounter with a man whose simple acts of evangelism in everyday situations embody the episode's message: love for Jesus compels us to share his story naturally. The program recounts the successes and challenges of a group evangelism event, highlighting the communal aspect of faith outreach and the joy of witnessing God's work firsthand. Testimonials from participants further illustrate the impact of these experiences, encouraging listeners to embrace their roles as ambassadors for Christ, motivated by love rather than obligation. Newsletter [https://the-liner-family.epistle.org/subscribe] Giving [https://lg.app.neoncrm.com/forms/staffmember] Campaign: JT Lin (acct 511) Share Testimony [https://www.speakpipe.com/Seenandheardpodcast] Records up to 90 seconds   00:00 Welcome to Seen and Heard 00:26 Evangelism Update and Personal Stories 00:54 Diving Deep into 2 Corinthians 05:11 The Power of Sharing Jesus Out of Love 12:09 Recapping the Evangelism Event 18:23 Testimonials: Impact of the Evangelism Push 25:23 Looking Forward: Future Plans and Episodes