Four Words on Live TV That Changed Global Ministry | Ministry Minute Episode 49

Four Words on Live TV That Changed Global Ministry | Ministry Minute Episode 49

In 1978, Pat Robertson made an unplanned announcement on The 700 Club that no one saw coming. No strategic plan. No polished campaign. Just four words: "I've got a surprise." What followed was a reading from Isaiah 58, a call to feed the hungry and clothe the naked, and a simple invitation — if you have needs, call in. If you have resources, give. The church could be the bridge. That spontaneous moment became Operation Blessing — now one of the largest humanitarian organizations in the world, serving through hunger relief, clean water, medical care, disaster response, and community development. In this episode of Ministry Minute, Justin Trapp shares the powerful origin story of Operation Blessing and the lesson it holds for every pastor: sometimes the most meaningful ministry doesn't begin with a perfect plan. It begins with a burden you can't shake and a willingness to move. ABOUT MINISTRY PASS Ministry Pass offers a library of premium sermon guides and media resources to help churches accelerate their growth and pastors achieve a healthy balance between ministry and personal life. Check us out: https://ministrypass.com [https://ministrypass.com] CHECK OUT THE POD Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2FE3c9A22JRXBxJfxICBHQ [https://open.spotify.com/show/2FE3c9A22JRXBxJfxICBHQ] Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ministry-minute-with-justin-trapp/id1770832063 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ministry-minute-with-justin-trapp/id1770832063] FOLLOW US YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ministrypass [https://www.youtube.com/@ministrypass] Ministry Pass Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ministrypass/ [https://www.instagram.com/ministrypass/]

From Paralyzed to the Joe Rogan Show: Wes Huff’s Journey of Faith | Ministry Minute Episode 48

At 11 years old, Bible scholar Wes Huff was told he would be a paraplegic for the rest of his life. One month later, he woke up and could move—an event doctors could only describe as a "miracle". In this episode of Ministry Minute, Justin Trapp shares the incredible journey of Wes Huff, from a hospital bed to some of the world's largest podcast platforms. After his miraculous recovery, Wes didn't just walk; he ran after answers to the hardest questions about faith, history, and the reliability of the Bible. What you’ll learn in this episode: The Power of the "Hidden Years": How years of obscure study, research, and local church service prepared Wes for a viral moment he never saw coming. Faith Under Fire: The story behind the 2024 debate Wes stepped into with only 24 hours' notice that launched him onto shows like Joe Rogan and The Diary of a CEO. Strength and Grace: How Wes demonstrates that Christian conviction doesn't have to be harsh to be strong. God’s Purpose in Suffering: Encouragement for anyone wrestling with private questions or long nights of struggle. Wes Huff’s story is a powerful reminder that God does not waste your suffering or your years of preparation. He can take your weakest moments and turn them into the foundation of your witness.

How Mark Batterson Turned a Crack House into Ebenezers Coffeehouse | Ministry Minute Episode 47

Can a coffee shop be a mission field? Explore the history of Ebenezers Coffeehouse and National Community Church’s radical approach to marketplace ministry in Washington, D.C. Learn how Mark Batterson used local real estate, premium hospitality, and zero-mediocrity standards to build a bridge between everyday culture and the Kingdom of God.  ABOUT MINISTRY PASS Ministry Pass offers a library of premium sermon guides and media resources to help churches accelerate their growth and pastors achieve a healthy balance between ministry and personal life. Check us out: https://qmrk.link/upvqvt [https://qmrk.link/upvqvt] ATTEND PREACH26: https://qmrk.link/c3c70i [https://qmrk.link/c3c70i]  CHECK OUT THE POD Spotify: https://qmrk.link/4pv8n2 [https://qmrk.link/4pv8n2] Apple: https://qmrk.link/sudvol [https://qmrk.link/sudvol]  FOLLOW US YouTube: https://qmrk.link/kcramx [https://qmrk.link/kcramx] Ministry Pass Instagram: https://qmrk.link/5b1fje [https://qmrk.link/5b1fje] Sermonary Instagram: https://qmrk.link/liimai [https://qmrk.link/liimai]

When Your Assignment is in the Rubble: Pastor Mark Sergeev’s Call to Ukraine | Ministry Minute Episode 46

What keeps a leader standing when their physical world completely collapses? Dive into the true story of Ukrainian Pastor and military chaplain Mark Sergeev. After surviving a devastating missile attack on his family home in Kyiv, his choice to remain in a war zone reveals a deep truth about ministry: sometimes the reason you survive is that your calling isn’t finished yet.  ABOUT MINISTRY PASS Ministry Pass offers a library of premium sermon guides and media resources to help churches accelerate their growth and pastors achieve a healthy balance between ministry and personal life. Check us out: https://qmrk.link/upvqvt [https://qmrk.link/upvqvt] ATTEND PREACH26: https://qmrk.link/c3c70i [https://qmrk.link/c3c70i]  CHECK OUT THE POD Spotify: https://qmrk.link/4pv8n2 [https://qmrk.link/4pv8n2] Apple: https://qmrk.link/sudvol [https://qmrk.link/sudvol]  FOLLOW US YouTube: https://qmrk.link/kcramx [https://qmrk.link/kcramx] Ministry Pass Instagram: https://qmrk.link/5b1fje [https://qmrk.link/5b1fje] Sermonary Instagram: https://qmrk.link/liimai [https://qmrk.link/liimai]

The Day The Founder of Chick-Fil-A Caught an Employee Stealing | Ministry Minute Episode 45

Discover the business philosophy that shaped the culture of Chick-fil-A. When confronted with a desperate teenager who stole cash, S. Truett Cathy famously declared that it's better to build boys than to mend men. This episode explores the thin line between correction and compassion, serving as a powerful roadmap for any church or marketplace leader dealing with broken trust.  ABOUT MINISTRY PASS Ministry Pass offers a library of premium sermon guides and media resources to help churches accelerate their growth and pastors achieve a healthy balance between ministry and personal life. Check us out: https://qmrk.link/upvqvt [https://qmrk.link/upvqvt] ATTEND PREACH26: https://qmrk.link/c3c70i [https://qmrk.link/c3c70i]  CHECK OUT THE POD Spotify: https://qmrk.link/4pv8n2 [https://qmrk.link/4pv8n2] Apple: https://qmrk.link/sudvol [https://qmrk.link/sudvol]  FOLLOW US YouTube: https://qmrk.link/kcramx [https://qmrk.link/kcramx] Ministry Pass Instagram: https://qmrk.link/5b1fje [https://qmrk.link/5b1fje] Sermonary Instagram: https://qmrk.link/liimai [https://qmrk.link/liimai]