This episode is the second in a series called “Laying the Foundation,” an update on the introductory episodes of Poverty Unlocked. “’I just brought you the kingdom of God, and it’s a size 7 pair of shoes. But don’t thank me! Thank God…’ Does that strike anybody else as a pretty shallow kingdom?” There is [...]
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PU 035: No Shortcuts (Laying the Foundation #2) – May 14, 2009
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PU 032: The Birth of Poverty (Laying the Foundation #1) – Apr 2, 2009
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This episode is the first in a series called “Laying the Foundation,” an update on the introductory episodes of Poverty Unlocked. Poverty started in Genesis. It was solved by the Christ’s work on our behalf. Because of Christ’s work, poverty can be overcome today, and it will be completely solved when God brings about a [...]
PU 027: Do Not Miss Christmas – Dec 5, 2008
Posted in Bible study, causes of poverty, world hunger, worldview, tagged Advent Conspiracy, audio, baby Jesus, Bible, Christian, Christian development, Christmas, Food for the Hungry, holistic, holistic development, international, Isaiah, materialism, ministry, missions, needs, needy, outreach, podcast, poor, poverty, radio, Ricky Bobby, Scripture, Talladega Nights, transformational development, Wendy McMahan, wholistic, wholistic development, world, yoke on December 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Isaiah prophesied of a Messiah who would rescue the poor. At Christmas, we celebrate this Messiah… or do we? Scripture references in this episode Isaiah 9 Psalm 23 Matthew 11:28-30 Isaiah 11:1-5 Luke 4:16-21 More listening options: Right-click to download. Subscribe in iTunes.
PU 025: Raising Children with God’s Heart for the Poor – Nov 6, 2008
Posted in Bible study, children, worldview, tagged audio, Bible, charity, children, Christian, Christian development, Food for the Hungry, holistic, holistic development, ideas, international, kids, ministry, missions, needs, needy, outreach, podcast, poor, poverty, radio, relationships, Scripture, selfishness, transformational development, United States, Wendy McMahan, wholistic, wholistic development, world on November 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Ideas for getting past selfishness and self-absorption with our children. God wants His people to “do justice, love mercy and walk humbly with (their) God.” (Micah 6:8) These principles are the opposite of our culture’s reality, where value is placed on possessions and exalting oneself. This episode offers principles and practical ideas for training up [...]
PU 018: The Whole Truth, The Whole Gospel with Amy Sherman – Jan 30, 2008
Posted in Bible study, world hunger, tagged Amy Sherman, audio, Bible, Christian, Christian development, community, Food for the Hungry, holistic, holistic development, international, Making All Things New, ministry, missions, needs, needy, outreach, podcast, poor, poverty, radio, Scripture, transformational development, Wendy McMahan, whole gospel, wholistic, wholistic development, world on January 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Dr. Amy Sherman shares “The Whole Truth, The Whole Gospel: Holistic Ministry in Your Community.” Recorded at Making All Things New 2007. More listening options: Right-click to download. Subscribe in iTunes.
PU 017: New Year’s Resolutions – Jan 16, 2008
Posted in Bible study, world hunger, tagged accountability, accountable, audio, Bible, Christian, Christian development, following, Food for the Hungry, global, holistic, holistic development, international, keeping, local, MDGs, Millennium Development Goals, ministry, missions, needs, needy, New Year's resolutions, outreach, podcast, poor, poverty, radio, Scripture, transformational development, Wendy McMahan, wholistic, wholistic development, world on January 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment »
Three New Year’s resolutions that will change the world – really. Incorporate the end of world poverty into your list of New Year’s resolutions. Today’s broadcast covers three New Year’s resolutions you can make that will change the world. Get involved with one family in poverty around you. (Proverbs 19:17) Get to know God by [...]
PU 012: How to Secure God’s Blessing – Nov 9, 2007
Posted in Bible study, world hunger, worldview, tagged audio, Bible, blessings, Christian, Christian development, commission, fasting, Food for the Hungry, guidance, holistic, holistic development, Holy Spirit, international, Isaiah 58, ministry, missions, needs, needy, omission, outreach, podcast, poor, poverty, prayer, radio, rewards, Scripture, sins, transformational development, Wendy McMahan, wholistic, wholistic development, world on November 9, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
In Isaiah 58, God promises to bless and guide those who serve the poor. Sins of commission vs. sins of omission Personal blessings and community blessings Answered prayer and guidance The spiritual discipline of fasting More listening options: Right-click to download. Subscribe in iTunes.
PU 010: Insights from a Short-term Team – Oct 23, 2007
Posted in Africa, Bible study, causes of poverty, short-term teams, worldview, tagged audio, Bible, Christian, Christian development, colonialism, cross-cultural, Food for the Hungry, Gorongosa, holistic, holistic development, international, Josh Kienzle, ministry, missionary, missions, Mozambique, Mucodza, needs, needy, outreach, podcast, poor, poverty, radio, Scripture, short-term missions, short-term team, sin, transformational development, Wendy McMahan, wholistic, wholistic development, world on October 23, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
An interview with Josh Kienzle on lessons learned from colonialism and taking the posture of a cross-cultural learner. Josh shares the location and characteristics of Mozambique, with special attention to the community of Mucodza, Mozambique. Who is the main character of a short-term mission trip? It should be God, not the team. (Mark 10) God [...]
PU 009: Learning from the Life of Christ – Oct 15, 2007
Posted in Bible study, worldview, tagged advocacy, advocate, attitude, audio, Bible, caring for the poor, Christian, Christian development, culture, example, Food for the Hungry, holistic, holistic development, humility, international, Jesus Christ, love, ministry, missions, needs, needy, outreach, podcast, policy, poor, posture, poverty, prayer, radio, Ron Sider, Samaritan, Scripture, sensitivity, transformational development, Wendy McMahan, wholistic, wholistic development, world, yoke on October 15, 2007 | Leave a Comment »
Five ways we can learn from Jesus’ posture in caring for the poor. Walking with God – Luke 5:16; 6:12; 9:18; 22:39 Identifying with People – John 1:14; Philippians 2:5-11 Humility – Matthew 11:29 Loving people and appreciating culture – John 4:4-26 Serving in the periphery, advocating in the center Learn tools for advocacy by [...]


