Episodios

  • 97: Gospel on the Mission Field: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith

    97: Gospel on the Mission Field: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith
    Aug 13 2025
    Gospel on the Mission Field with Josh Kaye
    Episode 8 Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith (with Alasdair MacPherson)

    Is it possible to appear Christian yet remain spiritually lost? In this episode, host Josh Kaye sits down with Alasdair MacPherson to examine the problem of nominal Christianity - when faith is cultural rather than personal. They explore the subtle dangers of growing up in a Christian environment without genuine conversion, unpack biblical warnings against empty profession, and discuss how this issue affects gospel work both locally and on the mission field. Whether you’ve been around church your whole life or you’re working to reach those who have, this conversation will challenge you to examine what it truly means to follow Christ.

    Episodes:

    Episode 1: A Weak Gospel - Part 1 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 2: A Weak Gospel - Part 2 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 3: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission - Dr. Serge Yumba
    Episode 4: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion? - Jay Garrison
    Episode 5: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril? - Paul Jenkinson
    Episode 6: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? - Josiah Musumali
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith - Steven Anderson
    Episode 8: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith - Alasdair MacPherson

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    35 m
  • 96: Gospel on the Mission Field: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith

    96: Gospel on the Mission Field: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith
    Aug 6 2025
    Gospel on the Mission Field with Josh Kaye
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith (with Steven Anderson)

    Is confession still relevant in evangelism and the lives of believers today? In this episode, host Josh Kaye sits down with Zambian based missionary Steven Anderson to rediscover the biblical practice of confession. Together, they explore its scriptural foundations, the importance of confession being more than lip-service, and how this vital truth has been misunderstood in much of the modern church. Drawing from Steven’s experience on the mission field, this conversation offers a compelling call to encourage biblical responses to the gospel message.

    Episodes:

    Episode 1: A Weak Gospel - Part 1 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 2: A Weak Gospel - Part 2 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 3: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission - Dr. Serge Yumba
    Episode 4: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion? - Jay Garrison
    Episode 5: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril? - Paul Jenkinson
    Episode 6: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? - Josiah Musumali
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith - Steven Anderson
    Episode 8: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith - Alasdair MacPherson

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    29 m
  • 95: Gospel on the Mission Field: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved?

    95: Gospel on the Mission Field: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved?
    Jul 30 2025
    Gospel on the Mission Field with Josh Kaye
    Episode 6 – Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? (with Josiah Musumali)

    Can a believer ever lose their salvation? In this episode, host Josh Kaye sits down with Zambian missionary Josiah Musumali to explore the doctrine of eternal security. Together, they unpack the biblical foundation for assurance of salvation, examine common misconceptions, and discuss how this doctrine plays out practically on the mission field. Whether you’re wrestling with doubt or seeking clarity, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to think deeply about what it means to be truly saved - and to stay saved.

    Episodes:

    Episode 1: A Weak Gospel - Part 1 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 2: A Weak Gospel - Part 2 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 3: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission - Dr. Serge Yumba
    Episode 4: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion? - Jay Garrison
    Episode 5: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril? - Paul Jenkinson
    Episode 6: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? - Josiah Musumali
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith - Steven Anderson
    Episode 8: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith - Alasdair MacPherson

    Explore at www.understandingthegospel.org

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    35 m
  • 94: Gospel on the Mission Field: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril?

    94: Gospel on the Mission Field: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril?
    Jul 23 2025
    Gospel on the Mission Field with Josh Kaye
    Episode 5 – The Prosperity Gospel: Promise or Peril? (with Paul Jenkinson)

    Across many mission fields today, the Prosperity Gospel is gaining influence but is it a true reflection of the biblical gospel? In this thought-provoking episode, host Josh Kaye speaks with missionary Paul Jenkinson to examine the roots, rise, and reach of the Prosperity Gospel. Together, they unpack its appeal and the potential spiritual harm it poses, especially in vulnerable communities. This conversation challenges listeners to discern truth from distortion and stay anchored in the gospel of Christ.

    Episodes:

    Episode 1: A Weak Gospel - Part 1 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 2: A Weak Gospel - Part 2 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 3: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission - Dr. Serge Yumba
    Episode 4: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion? - Jay Garrison
    Episode 5: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril? - Paul Jenkinson
    Episode 6: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? - Josiah Musumali
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith - Steven Anderson
    Episode 8: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith - Alasdair MacPherson

    Explore at www.understandingthegospel.org

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    37 m
  • 93: Gospel on the Mission Field: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion?

    93: Gospel on the Mission Field: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion?
    Jul 16 2025
    Gospel on the Mission Field with Josh Kaye
    Episode 4 – Short-Term Missions: Impact or Illusion? (with Jay Garrison)

    Short-term mission trips have become a widespread expression of global evangelism- but are they truly effective? In this episode, host Josh Kaye speaks with Jay Garrison to examine the real impact of short-term missions. Are they advancing the gospel or creating an illusion of meaningful outreach? This honest conversation challenges assumptions, explores common pitfalls, and seeks a vision for short-term missions that truly serves the mission field.

    Episodes:

    Episode 1: A Weak Gospel - Part 1 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 2: A Weak Gospel - Part 2 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 3: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission - Dr. Serge Yumba
    Episode 4: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion? - Jay Garrison
    Episode 5: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril? - Paul Jenkinson
    Episode 6: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? - Josiah Musumali
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith - Steven Anderson
    Episode 8: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith - Alasdair MacPherson

    Explore at www.understandingthegospel.org

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    28 m
  • 92: Gospel on the Mission Field: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission

    92: Gospel on the Mission Field: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission
    Jul 9 2025
    Gospel on the Mission Field with Josh Kaye
    Episode 3 - Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission (with Dr. Serge Yumba)

    There is a long history of missionaries being involved in ‘practical’ mission. This can include running schools and hospitals for the good of local communities. While this is clearly an important work, how do we keep the biblical gospel at the heart of missions? In this episode, Josh Kaye speaks to Dr Serge Yumba, surgeon and mission worker who runs mission hospitals in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Together, they discuss the importance of keeping the message of Christ central - while also addressing real-world needs on the field.

    Episodes:

    Episode 1: A Weak Gospel - Part 1 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 2: A Weak Gospel - Part 2 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 3: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission - Dr. Serge Yumba
    Episode 4: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion? - Jay Garrison
    Episode 5: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril? - Paul Jenkinson
    Episode 6: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? - Josiah Musumali
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith - Steven Anderson
    Episode 8: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith - Alasdair MacPherson

    Explore at www.understandingthegospel.org

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    30 m
  • 91: Gospel on the Mission Field: A Weak Gospel - Part 2

    91: Gospel on the Mission Field: A Weak Gospel - Part 2
    Jul 2 2025
    Gospel on the Mission Field with Josh Kaye
    Episode 2 - A Weak Gospel: Part 2 (with Mark Grattan)

    Many today are sharing a version of the gospel that is either incomplete or imbalanced—stripping it of its power and clarity. In Part 2 of this conversation, host Josh Kaye continues his discussion with missionary Mark Grattan, digging deeper into what happens when the gospel is weakened, diluted, or misrepresented. Building on the foundation laid in the previous episode, this conversation challenges us to embrace and proclaim the full, biblical gospel with boldness and conviction.

    Episodes:

    Episode 1: A Weak Gospel - Part 1 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 2: A Weak Gospel - Part 2 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 3: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission - Dr. Serge Yumba
    Episode 4: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion? - Jay Garrison
    Episode 5: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril? - Paul Jenkinson
    Episode 6: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? - Josiah Musumali
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith - Steven Anderson
    Episode 8: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith - Alasdair MacPherson

    Explore at www.understandingthegospel.org

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    30 m
  • 90: Gospel on the Mission Field: A Weak Gospel - Part 1

    90: Gospel on the Mission Field: A Weak Gospel - Part 1
    Jun 25 2025
    Gospel on the Mission Field with Josh Kaye
    Episode 1 - A Weak Gospel: Part 1 (with Mark Grattan)

    Many today are sharing a version of the gospel that is either incomplete or imbalanced-stripping it of its power and clarity. In this opening episode, host Josh Kaye sits down with missionary Mark Grattan to explore what happens when the gospel is presented in a weak or diluted way. This conversation lays the foundation for the series ahead, highlighting the importance of a full, biblical gospel.

    Episodes:

    Episode 1: A Weak Gospel - Part 1 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 2: A Weak Gospel - Part 2 - Mark Grattan
    Episode 3: Balancing the Gospel with Practical Mission - Dr. Serge Yumba
    Episode 4: Short-Term Missions - Impact or Illusion? - Jay Garrison
    Episode 5: The Prosperity Gospel - Promise or Peril? - Paul Jenkinson
    Episode 6: Eternal Security - Once Saved, Always Saved? - Josiah Musumali
    Episode 7: Confession - Lost Practice of a Living Faith - Steven Anderson
    Episode 8: Nominal Christianity - The Danger of Cultural Faith - Alasdair MacPherson

    Explore at www.understandingthegospel.org

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    29 m