EPISODE 021- SENDING CHURCHES PT 1

In this engaging 2-part conversation, Jeff Lamont and Jordan Roe discuss the vital role of sending churches in the mission field. They emphasize the importance of balancing local and global outreach, the need for churches to actively send workers, and the biblical foundation for being a sending church. The dialogue explores the simultaneous call to action for churches to engage in both local missions and global missions, highlighting the necessity of being rooted in one's community while also reaching out to the world. Through personal anecdotes and scriptural references, they inspire listeners to embrace their role in God's mission. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the importance of empowering young leaders for global missions, the role of senior pastors in fostering a missional culture, and the challenges of pastoring in a post-Christian community. They emphasize the significance of short-term missions as a transformative experience for both individuals and communities, sharing impactful stories that illustrate the profound effects of missions on church bodies and the lives of those involved. In this conversation, Jordan Roe and Jeff Lamont discuss the importance of mentorship, discipleship, and the relationship between local church leaders and missionaries. They share inspiring stories of individuals who embraced their calling and the transformative impact of saying 'yes' to uncomfortable opportunities. The dialogue emphasizes the need for practical steps in equipping future leaders for missions, fostering mutual encouragement between pastors and missionaries, and the significance of maintaining strong communication and support systems within the church community.   Connect with Jeff and Jordan   Email Jeff - ⁠Jlamont@foursquare.org⁠ Email Jordan – ⁠jroe@foursquare.org⁠   In the area?  Visit their churches! Mission Community Church - ⁠www.mymissioncc.com⁠ NewSong Louisville - ⁠www.newsonglouisville.org⁠   Chapters   00:00 Introduction to the Heart of Missions 02:59 The Role of Sending Churches 05:55 Understanding the Call to Send 09:03 The Importance of Local and Global Missions 11:55 Balancing Local and Global Outreach 15:08 The Simultaneous Call to Action 17:59 The Practical Application of Sending 20:50 The Story of Philip and the Diaspora 25:10 Empowering Young Leaders for Global Missions 29:30 The Role of Senior Pastors in Missional Culture 36:15 Pastoring a Post-Christian Community   keywords   missions, sending church, local outreach, global outreach, church planting, discipleship, community, evangelism, church leadership, mission strategy young leaders, global missions, church culture, senior pastors, missional heart, community outreach, short-term missions, church growth, discipleship, evangelism ministry, discipleship, missions, mentorship, church leadership, community outreach, equipping leaders, missionary support, local church, global missions