International Commission's E&E Training presents "Praying", which is part 3 in a 5-part series entitled "The 5 Habits of a World Christian". "Praying" features special guest, Callie Bearden, who serves with the global mission mobilization ministry, Via. In this training you will learn:-What the Bible says about prayer and prayer for the nations -Re…

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Mobilizing", which is part 2 in a 5-part series entitled "The 5 Habits of a World Christian". "Mobilizing" features special guest, Robert Ewing, who serves with the global mission mobilization ministry, Via. In this training you will learn: -What a mobilizer is, what characteristics they embody, and…

What does Information Technology have to do with missions? Why are printers so terrible, but necessary? How can AI be used for the Kingdom of God? What happens when your plane diverts to Cancun or a blind demonized lady attacks a picture of Jesus and then tries to stab you with a rusty sickle? Listen in to meet IC's IT Director, Alex Wascomb, as he…

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Welcoming", which is part 1 in a new 5-part series entitled "The 5 Habits of a World Christian". "Welcoming" features special guest, Shelby Freitas, who serves with the global mission mobilization ministry, Via. In this training you will learn: -What the bible says about foreigners and how we should…

Grace and Bucky talk about the advantages and challenges of following Jesus and making disciples in the United States. Listen in to hear about how we each met Jesus and how we spend time with him each day (Grace likes to journal, Bucky uses apps). We discuss the pluses and minuses of the prevalence of churches, religious freedom, theological resour…

What is it like to be a ministry spouse? How do you raise mission-minded kids? Is it hard to raise support as a full-time missionary with a family of 7? What benefits come from living differently as missionaries in the USA? Bucky and his awesome wife, Kim, discuss all these things and more (like the weirdest meals they've had overseas) on this very…

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Tactics: How to Graciously Share your Christian Convictions" featuring Jonathan Noyse with Stand to Reason. Jonathan spent most of his life as an atheist strongly arguing against the existence of God. It wasn't until his late 20's when he examined the evidence for Christianity that he realized Jesus…

What even happens before and after an IC mission trip? What goes on "behind the scenes" while one of our teams is on the field? On this episode, Laura (our Area Strategy Team VP) joins Alli and Bucky to explain how our AST develops new connections around the world and how churches prepare for evangelism partnerships. She also answers rapid-fire que…

Join us to learn how Chloe Baker led people to freedom in Christ in Zimbabwe on her first international trip, find out why Bucky throws things at kids around the world, and hear Alli share astounding results of IC's work; did you know that MILLIONS of people have heard and accepted the gospel this year? Find out how you can be part of it all at htt…

According to Brooke's research, it is NOT okay to play music or dab in public in Saudi Arabia. But you can go there now because they have a tourist visa! Did you know that Laos is known as the "land of a million elephants"? Learn more about these countries on this episode's Cool Culture segment, then stick around to hear how growing up in one town …

Every Christian podcast has to talk about the Nephilim at some point, right? Well, this is that episode for us! Hit play and hear about the 10 weirdest stories in the Bible, what we can learn from them, and how God still does wild and miraculous things today to lead people to salvation in Jesus. We promise you'll laugh and learn a lot! Leave a revi…

Hosts Brooke and Bucky reveal their top 5 favorite books of the Bible, offer tips about getting through customs smoothly during international travel, and share an incredible story about a voodoo witchdoctor whose life was transformed by Jesus. Learn how you can invest in stories like this, pray for our ministry, and go with us at internationalcommi…

What do spreadsheets, audits, and policies have to do with world missions? Find out as Executive Vice President, Donovan, joins the pod to share what he does at IC and why. Hosts Brooke and Bucky talk about their own roles, then discuss various church models and traditions they have experienced in the U.S. and around the globe. Want to come work wi…

Is following Jesus the most Jewish thing a person can do? Hear why our Messianic Jewish friends say so and how you can share the gospel with Jewish people as Brooke and Bucky continue this conversation. In another segment, our hosts discuss discipleship models and relationships. What's the best way to disciple other Christians and be discipled? How…

Bucky shares stories from his recent IC trip to Argentina where a translator got saved, two men proposed to their girlfriends, a deaf and mute lady accepted Christ, and more. Brooke and Bucky also talk about the fanciest international hotels they've stayed in for under $100 a night. Please rate & review if you like this podcast, and sign up now to …

Let's learn about the history and tenets of Judaism and ways to build bridges of the gospel with Jewish people. How is Christianity rooted in Judaism and what beliefs do we hold in common? How does modern Judaism compare to Judaism in the Bible? Don't miss the rest of this discussion in part 2!Door International Commission

Would you want to know if some of your ordinary American habits are actually more in line with New Age spirituality and pagan witchcraft than with the Bible? On this episode, Brooke and Bucky discuss the sneaky ways that worldly philosophy and even occult magic have wormed their way into our daily lives, point out examples of common deceptions, and…

Brooke and Bucky discuss the history and varied teachings of Buddhism, how those inspired George Lucas when creating the Jedi Order, ways to build bridges to the gospel with Buddhists and internationals who live around you, and the weirdest responses they've gotten when sharing Jesus. Learn even more about gospel conversations at internationalcommi…

What exactly is Islam and where did it come from? On this episode, IC staff members Brooke and Bucky discuss sharing Jesus with Muslims, along their worst travel fiascos and times on the mission field when they just didn't know what to do. Resources: - Seeking Allah, Finding Jesus by Nabeel Qureshi - E&E Training: https://internationalcommission.or…

It's a porchcast! Make a virtual visit to enjoy the ambiance of Jeff and Jodie's porch at their home in North Carolina while you hear about their 53 years of marriage, 20 years of ministry with IC, and stories about how God is bringing millions of people into His Kingdom through the obedience of ordinary people all over Asia. At the beginning of th…

Brooke and Bucky share advice and testimonies about raising funds for mission work, stories from evangelism partnerships in the United States, and the similarities and differences between International and North America partnerships. Go with us on a trip: internationalcommission.org/go Join our staff: internationalcommission.org/jobs Resources: The…

IC's President, Mark Goode, joins Brooke and Bucky to talk about "what even happens" during opening and closing rallies on each of our mission trips and answer rapid-fire questions about himself during a lightning round. The hosts also share what they've learned about Afghan refugees through ministering to them at home and abroad. Go on an internat…

Our favorite Brazilians join the show to talk about what to do if you go on a mission trip where you don't know anyone, the advantages and challenges of simple house churches around the world, and what it's like to host evangelistic mission teams at your church. Ready to jump on board to work with awesome partners like Rafa and Vi? Apply to go on a…

Brooke and Bucky give a brief overview of the amazing history of International Commission, tell about how Jesus is reaching people through dreams in the Muslim world, and share their favorite international modes of transportation. Watch "God Knew: The Story of International Commission": https://youtu.be/z_6TgLUjufo?si=774qx26DqjNOgtX9…

Learn the best things to carry in your backpack for a week of evangelism, hear about the weirdest gifts Brooke and Bucky have been given overseas, and listen to Tom's story about new life at a funeral in Peru. Want to join us on an adventure to share Jesus? It might be a little weird, but it will be awesome. Apply to join an international partnersh…

Brooke and Bucky explain what travel days are like on an International Partnership, tell stories about favorite international dishes, and share a report from a National-to-National in Myanmar. Come adventure with us to partner with amazing and generous Christians around the world to share the good news of Jesus with people who are searching for hop…

Grace joins her IC coworkers Brooke and Bucky for a conversation about planning for long layovers, sketchy decisions made on mission trips, sharing Jesus in fear/power cultures, and spiritual warfare. Learn more about communicating the gospel through the lens of various worldviews: - Read The 3D Gospel by Jayson Georges. - Watch E&E Trainings and t…

How do you spiritually prepare for a mission trip? Brooke, Bucky, and Alli talk about how they prepare their hearts and minds for an international partnership, tell funny travel stories, and share their favorite aspects of Southeast Asian culture. Sign up to join a short-term mission trip with long-term impact, and we'll walk with you every step of…

Brooke, Bucky, and other IC friends tell about the worst foods they ever ate abroad, the best things about their jobs, and what's different about the honor/shame worldview held by most of the world's population. Learn more about sharing Jesus with people with different religious backgrounds and worldviews at internationalcommission.com/training…

Brooke, Bucky, and friends give advice for working with interpreters to share Jesus, reveal their Top 5 travel items, and explain what happens on an IC mission trip. Go with us! internationalcommission.org/go Noteworthy travel items: Grid-It https://www.cocooninnovations.com/grid.php Sunany Inflatable Pillow https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GTG…

Brooke and Bucky define Unreached and Unengaged People Groups and where to find them, tell an inspiring story about Christians from Malaysia and Indonesia who went to Japan to lead people to Christ, and identify their favorite tourist sites (including Petra, with which they are apparently obsessed). Check out our YouTube to learn more about sharing…

Brooke and Bucky discuss the best ways to survive long-haul flights, evaluate stereotypes about Germany, and share a testimony about our friends in Mongolia. Learn about going with us on mission at internationalcommission.orgDoor International Commission

Sneak a peek at what a short-term mission trip in the United States is like! Hear perspectives from the Director of Missions with a local Baptist association, a family of participants, and a missionary who's shared Jesus around the world. Is God calling you to "go" to North America to share the gospel and make disciples?…

Why is the Self-Help genre so increasingly popular, and why is it so often intertwined with New Age spirituality? What does the Bible say about all of this?Door International Commission

Oceania is the name of the continent that houses Australia, New Zealand, and many other little island nations in the Pacific Ocean. In this E&E Training featuring IC International Leader Usaia Draunimasi and IC missionary Marianne McMinn, you will learn about island culture, appropriate gospel-sharing tools and techniques, along with what to do and…

International Commission presents “How to Share the Gospel with Sikhs” featuring Sikhism expert and scholar, Jasvir Bahsi.Door International Commission

International Commission presents “How to Share the Gospel with Atheists” featuring world-renowned scientist, professor, and author of ’The Works of His Hands’, Dr. Sy Garte.Door International Commission

Ever wonder what it’s like to go on a mission trip to Africa? In this E&E Training “Missions in Africa” featuring International Leader Jeffrey Mwanyenya and missionary Jeff Wingard, you will learn about African culture, the religious climate, and what to do and not to do when it comes to sharing the gospel.…

What does it mean to declare the mystery of Christ clearly and wisely and to speak graciously, seasoned with salt? In this conversation, Destin Garner (Lead Teaching Pastor at @RockPointeChurchFM) unpacks what we can learn and apply about prayer and evangelism in everyday life to make the most of our time. Learn more about RockPointe Church in Flow…

Can churches cross cultural and denominational barriers in cooperation to grow healthy, gospel-focused churches and reach the unreached in their city and beyond? On this episode, Alex Brito (Lead Pastor at Mosaic Multicultural Church) shares about reaching the United Kingdom, Brazil, and the world through church planting, the London Project, and In…

Joining together with Randy Bradley, we’ll be uncovering the truth about New Age beliefs and how you can reach people with the Gospel who are stuck in the lies of New Ageism. Encompassing a wide array of mysticism, Eastern religion, yoga and meditation, astrology, and other areas, New Age beliefs are becoming very popular and very dangerous, as man…

Shantel took a team to share Jesus in partnership with Bolivian churches in the highest capital city in the world. Hear the story of how they came together to bear each other's burdens and stay on mission.Door International Commission

International Commission presents, "Evangelism Through Storytelling" featuring special guest Kelly H. Kelly works for a ministry called Via, which mobilizes believers as missionaries to the unreached around the world. Kelly is bi-cultural, coming from a predominantly storytelling culture, so she understands first-hand the power of Biblical storytel…

Get equipped & enabled to share the gospel and make disciples with those from an honor/shame culture. Don't know what that is? No problem! Tune in to find out. Who is this training for? -Westerners (US/EUR) seeking to better understand Eastern (Middle East/Asia) cultures -Easterners, who live in the West, who seek to understand the culture they now…

International Commission presents "How to Share the Gospel with Tribal Peoples" featuring special guest Haylee Titterington. Haylee spent 2 years as a missionary living in the Amazon as a church planter and disciple-maker among indigenous peoples. During this training, you’ll learn: - Who tribal people are and where they live. - What they believe a…

Ally May loves you & Jesus loves you more. On this episode, Christian creator Ally Poirot (@AllyMayLovesJesus) tells us why she speaks boldly about God's Word on social media and how you can, too. Watch and listen to learn: - How God turned a school project into an online ministry - How you can share Jesus with the world in an authentic way, even i…

International Commission host Alli Carr, and presenter Ellen Dean, LPC-S, LMFT-S, CBC, share practical and biblical insight in how to address anxiety in your own life from a biblical perspective, and how to minister to others. This is the final Standard E&E Training in the spring 2022 "Discipleship" series.…

International Commission host Alli Carr and presenter Shane Pruitt, National Next Gen Director at NAMB, shares 10 things leaders need to know about reaching, discipling, and mobilizing Gen Z. This is the third of 4 Standard E&E Trainings in the spring 2022 "Discipleship" series. @shaneefication, @gensend, @NorthAmericanMissionBoard…

International Commission host Alli Carr, and presenters Renod and Karen Bejjani, founders of iHope Ministries, discuss the 5 pillars of Islam and how to best reach Muslims with the love of Jesus using 5 simple principles. This is the second of 4 Standard E&E Trainings in the spring 2022 "Discipleship" series.…

International Commission host Alli Carr, and presenter Haylee Belcher, train on the 4-1-1 which answers 4 questions, on 1 piece of paper, in 1 hour. This is the first of 4 Standard E&E Trainings in the spring 2022 "Discipleship" series. Listeners are highly encouraged to watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/J3uHiHame2k…