Missions Pulse

#112: The Harvest and the Few: Nathan Burd on Laborers, the Unreached, and Ordinary Obedience

withinreachglobal@gmail.com (David Joannes) — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:49:01 GMT

In this episode of Missions Pulse, Nathan Burd, an itinerant speaker at Forge, joins us for a compelling conversation about God’s heart for the nations, the urgency of reaching the unreached, and the simple power of ordinary obedience. While many people think missions is reserved for a select few, Nathan reminds us that Jesus’ invitation is much broader: the harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.

Throughout the episode, we explore how God is already at work among unreached people groups and why the need for Gospel access remains so urgent. Nathan unpacks the difference between admiring missions from a distance and stepping into a lifestyle of everyday faithfulness—one conversation, one act of obedience, one surrendered “yes” at a time.

This conversation also challenges the idea that only leaders, preachers, or platform voices are useful in God’s mission. Instead, Nathan points to the quiet, faithful work of ordinary believers who choose to live on mission where they are—sharing Christ in relationships, engaging their communities, and making themselves available to God’s purposes.

If you’ve ever felt spiritually stuck, intimidated by evangelism, or unsure of your role in the Great Commission, this episode offers both encouragement and clarity. From the rise of spiritual hunger around the world to the unique opportunity facing Gen Z, Nathan casts a vision for simple, courageous obedience that anyone can walk out.

This episode is a reminder that God’s mission is not built on extraordinary people but on ordinary people who say yes to Jesus.

#111: The Nations at Our Door: Pastor Maia on Refugees, Revival, and the Global Church

withinreachglobal@gmail.com (David Joannes) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 04:15:00 GMT

What does it mean to truly feel the suffering of the persecuted church? In this powerful episode of Missions Pulse, David sits down with Pastor Luiz Renato Maia, President of MAIS—Missão em Apoio à Igreja Sofredora (Mission in Support of the Suffering Church)—a Brazilian ministry dedicated to serving persecuted Christians and refugees around the world.

#110: Foundations That Last: Sharon Liu's Journey Through China and Beyond

withinreachglobal@gmail.com (David Joannes) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Discover your unique calling to spread the gospel! In this episode of Missions Pulse, we explore how to combat gospel poverty and inspire change through the message of gospel privilege. Join us as we share powerful testimonies and insights from our mission journey. Key takeaways: Understand the concept of gospel privilege and its impact on lives. Learn how to navigate cultural nuances while sharing the gospel. Discover how the Holy Spirit leads us in missions. Hear inspiring stories of transformation and hope from the mission field.

#109: From the Philippines to Thailand: Young Filipinos Answering the Missionary Call

withinreachglobal@gmail.com (David Joannes) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Join us on Missions Pulse as we explore the heart of God and the call to missions! In this episode, we dive deep into the stories of young missionaries from the Philippines, Josiah Dela Cruz and Jet Macadangdang, who share their journeys and experiences in spreading the gospel in Thailand. Discover how they are overcoming challenges and embracing their unique callings to reach the unreached.

#108: The Undomesticated Missionary: Faith, Family, and Following God Anywhere

withinreachglobal@gmail.com (David Joannes) — Fri, 15 May 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Joshua Shively serves as a missionary at Within Reach Global. On this episode, he discusses his family's move from California to Thailand and how they're seeing God move in and through their missional efforts.

#107: A Missionary Legacy: Faith, Family, and the Fight to Reach Every Nation

withinreachglobal@gmail.com (David Joannes) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:15:00 GMT

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Jared Lenhart is the president of Frontier Harvest Ministries, an organization committed to taking the Gospel of Jesus Christ to some of the most unreached and unengaged people groups across Asia. Jared talks about his family's legacy in missions, started by his parents, Chuck and Wendy Lenhart.

#106: Why Iran? A Detailed Look at the Spiritual Revolution Sweeping Across the Nation

withinreachglobal@gmail.com (David Joannes) — Wed, 01 Mar 2023 06:45:00 GMT

Rev. Lazarus Yeghnazar is the founder of Transform Iran, a faith-based humanitarian outreach “to the desperate” in Iran. He is a former top translator for Iran’s war ministry and budget ministry who immigrated to England 36 years ago following the Iran-Iraq war.