Impact Nations Podcast

12-1 - Echoes of Eden: The Gift of Hope - Intro to Genesis

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/178803/open_sms] Season 12 of the Impact Nations Podcast begins with a new series: Echoes of Eden — a guided journey through Genesis 1–11, the foundational chapters that shape the rest of Scripture. In this opening episode, Tim Stewart and Steve Stewart lay the groundwork for reading Genesis faithfully and wisely: not as a modern science textbook, but as theological history—a Spirit-breathed narrative answering the deepest human questions of origin, purpose, rebellion, and hope. In this episode: * Why free choice is real—and why it comes with real cost * Why Genesis speaks to meaning in ways science isn’t meant to * The structure of Genesis: primeval history (1–11) and patriarchal history (12–50) * Why worldview matters when reading ancient texts * Imago Dei: the dignity of every person as God’s image-bearer * Dominion as stewardship and care—not domination * “Seed” as a Genesis motif: fruitfulness, promise, and the first hint of redemption (Gen. 3:15) Connect with Impact Nations Website: https://www.impactnations.com [https://www.impactnations.com] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impact.nations [https://www.instagram.com/impact.nations] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/impactnationsministries [https://www.facebook.com/impactnationsministries] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ImpactNations [https://www.youtube.com/@ImpactNations] Email: podcast@impactnations.com #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudyPodcast #Genesis #BookOfGenesis #BiblicalTheology #OldTestament #FaithAndScripture #SpiritualFormation #ImpactNations

Ask Me Anything LIVE Q&A - Replay

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/178803/open_sms] In this special replay of our LIVE YouTube Ask Me Anything episode, Tim Stewart and Steve Stewart answered your questions in real time — beginning with a thoughtful and practical discussion about sharing the Gospel in Muslim communities. Broadcast from two different studios (Albuquerque and Wilmington, NC), this wide-ranging conversation opened with ministry wisdom and powerful stories from decades of experience in Africa, India, and other predominantly Muslim regions. Rather than engaging in apologetics or religious comparison, Steve explained why he has always focused exclusively on presenting Jesus — and how that approach led to remarkable openness, unexpected encounters, and even Imams becoming followers of Christ. In this episode: * Practical insights for sharing Jesus with Muslims * Why apologetics and comparison were not his approach * Powerful stories from Kenya, India, and the Somali border * What happened after preaching at a central mosque * How the Gospel created peace without confrontation * The difference between conversion and encounter * Why simply presenting Jesus carried transformative power This episode reminded us that the Gospel was never about winning arguments — it was about introducing people to the living Christ. Connect with Impact Nations 🌍 Website: https://www.impactnations.com [https://www.impactnations.com] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impact.nations [https://www.instagram.com/impact.nations] 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/impactnationsministries [https://www.facebook.com/impactnationsministries] ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ImpactNations [https://www.youtube.com/@ImpactNations] ✉️ Email: podcast@impactnations.com #ChristianPodcast  #AskMeAnything  #Missions  #Evangelism  #MuslimOutreach  #Gospel  #ChristianLeadership  #GlobalMinistry  #FaithInAction  #KingdomOfGod  #Discipleship  #ImpactNations

Reimagining Justice with Joash P. Thomas

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/178803/open_sms] When we hear the word justice, we often think in terms of punishment, fairness, or consequences. But what if the justice revealed in Jesus looks radically different? In this episode, Tim welcomes theologian and author Joash P. Thomas to explore how empire, colonization, and cultural proximity to power shape the way we read Scripture—and how Jesus invites us into a justice that restores rather than retaliates. Drawing from his book The Justice of Jesus, Joash challenges the “small gospel” that reduces salvation to souls going to heaven and calls the church back to a holistic vision of liberation and wholeness. In This Conversation: * Defining “marginalized Christians” * How empire influences theology * The “colonizer’s gospel” vs. the gospel of Christ * Why justice must be both physical and spiritual * What church budgets reveal about our true theology * Restorative justice and the restoration of all things * Accountability, reconciliation, and hope * Why Jesus—not culture—must define justice This is a rich theological conversation that will stretch your thinking and deepen your love for Christ. What’s Next: * Join our upcoming LIVE “Ask Me Anything” Q&A episode * Season 12: Echoes of Eden (Genesis 1–11) launches soon Like, Share, & Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. Joash P. Thomas Links Book: https://a.co/d/0d8VotaC https://www.instagram.com/joashpthomas https://joashpthomas.substack.com/p/launching-masala-chai-theology 🌍 Learn More & Get Involved 🔗 Website: https://www.impactnations.com [https://www.impactnations.com] 📧 Podcast Questions: podcast@impactnations.com 📧 Contact Tim: tim@impactnations.com 📱 Follow Impact Nations:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impact.nations  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/impactnationsministries  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ImpactNations #ImpactNations  #JusticeOfJesus  #ChristianTheology  #FaithAndJustice  #RestorativeJustice  #KingdomTheology  #ChurchLife  #ChristianLeadership  #GlobalChurch  #PublicTheology

Journeys of Compassion Mini-Series - Episode 3 - Fundraising Answers

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/178803/open_sms] In this vibrant roundtable, Tim is joined by a panel of ministry leaders and journeyers to talk about fundraising for Journeys of Compassion. 🧳 Whether you’re a parent considering a mission trip with your family or someone wondering if it’s possible to raise the money, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, and incredible testimonies from the frontlines. 💬 In This Episode: * Fundraising tips * Faith stretching & hearing God as a family * Discipling your children through travel, prayer & service 📍 Next Steps:  → Learn more or sign up for a Journey: https://www.impactnations.com/joc [https://www.impactnations.com/jocs] 📩 Questions? Email Bill: journeys@impactnations.com 🔖 Keywords & Tags:  #ImpactNations #JourneyOfCompassion #FamilyMissionTrip #ChristianMissions #FaithInAction #YouthOnMission #ShortTermMissions #KingdomTransformation #KidsMinistry #ParentingByFaith #MissionsFundraising #Testimony #HealingPrayer #BaptismStory #Uganda2025 #MissionsPodcast

Peacemaking in the Middle East with Mercy Aiken

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/178803/open_sms] Tim welcomes peace advocate, author, and pilgrim guide Mercy Aiken back to the show! As she prepares to move to Jordan with Peace Catalyst International, Mercy unpacks the complexity of the Israel-Palestine conflict, explains the transformative power of pilgrimages, and offers on-the-ground insights into the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Gaza. If you're looking for an honest, hope-filled conversation about peacemaking, justice, and what Jesus really meant in His most unsettling teachings, this episode is for you. 💬 In This Episode: •Mercy’s upcoming move to Jordan and work with Peace Catalyst International •What makes a “peacemaking pilgrimage” so different from a typical Holy Land tour •Why Western Christians must reconsider their understanding of modern Israel and biblical prophecy •How Mercy’s team connects visitors with Christian, Muslim, and Jewish peacemakers in the Middle East •The urgent need in Gaza and how you can help families with food, tents, and medical support •A candid discussion on the impact of war, occupation, and theology on real lives today •Jesus’ “hard sayings” and how they challenge us to reorient our theology and compassion •Practical ways to stand with the vulnerable and follow Jesus into the messy middle 🔗 Links & Resources: 💠 Give a Winter Relief Package to a family in Gaza: https://impactnations.com/relief-gaza 💠 Support Mercy Aiken & learn more about Peace Catalyst: https://peacecatalyst.org 💠 Subscribe to the podcast or leave us a message at: impactnations.com/podcast 🙏 Let's Keep the Conversation Going: 💬 Comment below: What challenged or inspired you today? 📌 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone seeking peace and understanding. 📱 Follow us on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for more stories of rescue and transformation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation 02:43 Mercy's Upcoming Move to Jordan 11:56 The Importance of Pilgrimages and Peacemaking 22:18 Engaging with the Reality of the Holy Land 27:49 Navigating Conversations on Israel and Palestine 39:53 Understanding the Historical Context of the Conflict 44:02 Current Situation in Gaza 01:01:10 Call to Action and Support for Gaza 01:07:25 Conclusion and Future Plans 📣 Hashtags: #ImpactNations #MercyAiken #PeaceCatalyst #HolyLandPilgrimage #MiddleEastConflict #GazaRelief #GazaHumanitarianCrisis #JusticeAndPeace #JesusInTheMiddleEast #BiblicalJustice #ChristianPodcast #KingdomOfGod #HardSayingsOfJesus #Peacemaking #HumanitarianAid #GospelInAction #PrayForGaza #IsraelPalestine #EndTheOccupation #LoveYourNeighbor #ChristianityAndPolitics #FaithInAction #JesusWay #SermonOnTheMount #UpsideDownKingdom #HopeInHardPlaces