In this episode of 'God on the Move', Jonathan Shibley shares inspiring stories about the journey of faith and missions in the marketplace. Highlighting the work of Global Advance, he explains how investing in marketplace leaders is crucial for advancing global missions. Through personal anecdotes and powerful testimonies, Jonathan discusses the significant role of Christian businesspeople in transforming societies and spreading the Gospel in developing nations.

Links from the Interview:

• Global Advance
• Book: Marketplace Miracles

Jonathan Shibley:

Jonathan Shibley has been shaping Global Advance as its President since 2000, driving its growth and international reach. He founded the Marketplace Missions initiatives, empowering Christian entrepreneurs and business professionals to fulfill the Great Commission worldwide.

A respected thought leader, Jonathan has authored three books, including Marketplace Miracles. His work has impacted leaders in over 100 nations. He also serves on various ministry boards, including a Congressional-level faith advisory board.

Jonathan holds a Business Degree from Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He and his wife, Sarah, have three children.

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In this episode of 'God on the Move', Gábor Györi shares his impactful journey from being a family doctor in Hungary to becoming the Executive Director of IHS Global. He discusses how his faith shapes his medical practice, viewing patients as creations of God needing the touch of Jesus. Gábor narrates personal stories of medical emergencies and miracles, illustrating the powerful intersection of faith and healthcare. He also highlights IHS Global's mission to equip believers worldwide, emphasizing partnerships, processes, and community in their ministry efforts.

Links from the interview:

• IHS Global

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Dr. Gábor Győri:

Dr. Gábor Győri, the Executive Director of IHS Global, has significantly advanced workplace evangelism, particularly in the healthcare sector. Under his leadership, the Saline Process™ has become a global standard, equipping over 45,000 Christian healthcare workers in 126 countries to share their faith effectively in their professional environments. His work extends to restricted and hostile countries, showcasing the extensive reach and impact of IHS Global's mission​.

Gábor's journey with IHS Global began in 1999 during his first International Saline training, which inspired him to integrate his ministry with his profession as a family physician. Prior to his full-time commitment to IHS Global, he practiced family medicine in Hungary for 18 years. Beyond his professional achievements, Gábor enjoys sports and music, with horseback riding being his favorite recreational activity. He has been married to his wife, Gabi, for over 30 years, and they are blessed with nine children and eleven grandchildren​

In this episode of 'God on the Move', Jianbi (Jay) Chen shares about the significance of digital missions in Web3, including the concepts of blockchain, decentralization, and token-based economies. Jay discusses his personal journey from business to the creative field, his role at WEC International UK, and the founding of the LightDAO project. He emphasizes the importance of Christians being active in emerging tech spaces to spread the gospel and influence the digital world for the Kingdom of God.

Links from the interview:

• LightDAO
• Join the LightDAO effort
• What is Web3?
• Decentralization and Web3

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Jianbi (Jay) Chen

Jay is a missionary with WEC International (UK branch) and serves as the leader of Christians in Web3 UK. Residing in North London with his wife Julie and their two lovely daughters, Jay is passionate about spreading the gospel to the unreached through digital missions and Web3 technologies.

In addition to his missionary work, Jay is the founder of the LightDAO project, which focuses on leveraging decentralized technologies to further Christian outreach and creative community building. With a heart for mobilizing Christians and equipping young people for digital evangelism, Jay is committed to pioneering new ways to share the message of Christ in the digital age.