In this episode of 'Seen and Heard,' host JT welcomes his friend Joe, also known as 'Average Joe,' to share his awe-inspiring experiences in Nepal. Joe discusses his humble beginnings in a small farm town in upstate New York, his passion for hunting, and his recent scriptural insights. The main focus of the episode is Joe's mission trip to Nepal, where he visited remote villages, shared the gospel, and witnessed God's profound impact. Highlighted moments include praying over and witnessing the healing of a young boy and sharing the story of Jesus with a 21-year-old monk. Joe's reflections emphasize the importance of being the light of the world in dark places and trusting in God's grace to meet us in our weaknesses.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

00:19 Average Joe's Background and Humble Beginnings

00:46 Joe's Move to Texas and Love for Hunting

02:13 Spiritual Insights and Preparing for Nepal

07:03 Arrival in Nepal and Initial Impressions

07:55 Empowering the Local Church in Nepal

09:15 Reconnecting and Sharing Stories in Nepal

09:57 Adventures and Spiritual Encounters in Remote Nepal

16:10 Reflecting on the Discovery Bible Study and Nepal Trip

16:19 Learning About God Through Hardships

17:42 Insights on People's Faith and Beliefs

18:22 A Miraculous Healing Encounter

22:40 The Impact of Witnessing God's Work

26:15 Encouragement to Live as the Light of the World

27:57 Praying for Nepal and Closing Thoughts

In this episode of 'Seen and Heard,' we'll look at the transformative experiences of a nine-month community group focused on God's work in their lives and their mission fields. I'll highlight the importance of remembering God's faithfulness, share the activities and accomplishments of the group, including training hundreds in gospel tools and seeing new believers come to faith. I will preview my upcoming summer plans, including a trip to Japan for ministry training, personal family activities, and a call for continued support and prayer as I prepare for the next nine-month cycle. The episode underscores the significance of community, surrender, and abiding in Jesus.

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00:00 Introduction 00:12 01:05 Reflecting on the Past Year 01:20 The Importance of Remembrance 02:19 Creating a Yearbook of Faith 03:42 Encouraging Stories of Transformation 04:26 Sharing the Gospel and Community Impact 07:17 Exciting Plans for the Summer 09:27 Support andFuture Goals 10:51 Closing Thoughts and Prayers

Sharing the Gospel with Passion: Lessons and Stories

In this episode of 'Seen and Heard,' JT updates listeners on a recent evangelism effort, exploring the transformative power of sharing and living the gospel through personal stories and Scripture. Starting with reflections on 2nd Corinthians and the analogy of Christians as fragrances of life, JT emphasizes the importance of living out one's faith openly and passionately. He shares an inspiring encounter with a man whose simple acts of evangelism in everyday situations embody the episode's message: love for Jesus compels us to share his story naturally. The program recounts the successes and challenges of a group evangelism event, highlighting the communal aspect of faith outreach and the joy of witnessing God's work firsthand. Testimonials from participants further illustrate the impact of these experiences, encouraging listeners to embrace their roles as ambassadors for Christ, motivated by love rather than obligation.

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00:00 Welcome to Seen and Heard

00:26 Evangelism Update and Personal Stories

00:54 Diving Deep into 2 Corinthians

05:11 The Power of Sharing Jesus Out of Love

12:09 Recapping the Evangelism Event

18:23 Testimonials: Impact of the Evangelism Push

25:23 Looking Forward: Future Plans and Episodes