How to Be a Catalyst: Obey the Great Commission, with Mike Falkenstine

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31 October 2018

How to Be a Catalyst: Obey the Great Commission, with Mike Falkenstine – EM242 - E242

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Did you know that many Christians don't know what the Great Commission is? Listen to discover more about why it's critical to understand the Great Commission as well as some about what's going on in China.

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The Great Commission is a crucial part of the Christian faith, but many believers don’t even know what it means. Mike Falkenstine comes to remind us of its importance and how followers of Jesus can live out that Commission. He also shares resources for those who want to take the first step of sharing the Gospel.

Mike also has strong connections in China through his ministry. He plans on sending a team of Chinese missionaries to reach different people groups throughout China. Mike’s love for Jesus pushes him to share about what He has done. He shows us the need to obey Jesus and make disciples of all nations.

What We Talked About

00:24 - Episode summary
01:18 - Introduction
01:49 - What is the Great Commission?
05:10 - The meaning of Jesus’ command
07:35 - Why believers ignore the Great Commission
09:54 - The transformation of obedience
12:48 - What keeps people from answering the call?
16:05 - Needs that you see and address
20:18 - How to keep moving forward
25:03 - When did God call you to ministry?
30:07 - The current situation in China
36:49 - Taking the first step
39:22 - Other important resources
40:18 - How can we best pray for you?
43:22 - Feedback and closing thoughts

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