Practical Advice for Global Missions -- David & Vicki Frazier use their 35+ years of experience in global missions, 20 of which were living abroad, to discuss a variety of topics related to global missions, with the goal of offering wise and practical counsel. They lead a ministry called Equipping Servants International (www.esionline.org), which exists to equip and mobilize the whole body of Christ to better fulfill God’s mission to reach all peoples, both at home and abroad. Their book MissionSmart:15 Critical Questions To Ask Before Launching Overseas is available on Amazon in paperback or Kindle. This MissionSmart podcast is another tool they use to equip people. Contact them at david@esionline.org or vicki@esionline.org
Episode 80 — Is Language Really Necessary? Talking about how missions strategies and realities have changed regarding language learning. As you consider your decision on how much to invest in learning the language, consider your goals, the long-term impact, and effectiveness of English based ministry. Patiently investing time to learn the heart language of a people group well can bear much fruit.
Episode 79— Interview with David & Vicki Done by Christine Paterson w/ Field Partner Int’l ( www.fieldpartner.org ) David & Vicki tell their story and share about their ESI ministry
Episode 78 — GO Week 2023: His Mission, My Job - Part 2 01-15-2023 David & Barrett Bowden teach on God’s Mission & being a Missional Professional
Episode 77 — GO Week 2023: His Mission, My Job - Part 1 David & Barrett Bowden teach on God’s Mission & being a Missional Professional
Episode 76 — Celebrating Holidays Overseas Talking about all the aspects of celebrating holidays, both for yourselves and the local community. Considering religious and national holidays from your own country and your host country.
Episode 75 Cross-cultural Relationships Pt 2 David & Vicki talk about navigating all the dynamics of building cross-cultural relationships, how to go deeper and establish genuine friendships.
Episode 74 Cross-cultural Relationships Pt 1 David & Vicki talk about navigating all the dynamics of building cross-cultural relationships, how to go deeper and establish genuine friendships.
Episode 73 Dualism vs Integration Pt 2 David & Vicki talk about the problem of dualism vs. missional integration in ministry. Living & working with an integral mission mindset means rejecting dualism, embracing a both/and, and walking a balanced life.
Episode 72 Dualism vs Integration Pt 1 David & Vicki talk about the problem of dualism vs. missional integration in ministry. Living & working with an integral mission mindset means rejecting dualism, embracing a both/and, and walking a balanced life.
Episode 70 — Re-Entry Strategies David & his close friend Dr. Bill Maynard talk about right thinking about returning from field. They discuss things to consider when preparing for re-entry.
Episode 70 — Re-Entry Strategies David & his close friend Dr. Bill Maynard talk about right thinking about returning from field. They discuss things to consider when preparing for re-entry.
Episode 69 — Is God at Work? Talking about the journey of faith in life, learning to trust in God’s good and sovereign hand. Getting faith from the mind to the heart, from knowledge to experience.
Episode 68 — Culture Shock & Depression Pt 3 Most of us are unprepared for all the aspects of culture shock & how moving away from all our support systems, friends, family can affect us mentally, spiritually and physically. We talk about what affected our mental health in the early years, how we coped, and ways in which we learned new rhythms of life and got outside input to be able to not only survive but thrive overseas.
Episode 67 — Culture Shock & Depression Pt 2 Most of us are unprepared for all the aspects of culture shock & how moving away from all our support systems, friends, family can affect us mentally, spiritually and physically. We talk about what affected our mental health in the early years, how we coped, and ways in which we learned new rhythms of life and got outside input to be able to not only survive but thrive overseas.
Episode 66 — Culture Shock & Depression Pt 1 Most of us are unprepared for all the aspects of culture shock & how moving away from all our support systems, friends, family can affect us mentally, spiritually and physically. We talk about what affected our mental health in the early years, how we coped, and ways in which we learned new rhythms of life and got outside input to be able to not only survive but thrive overseas.
Episode 65 — Educating Children Overseas Pt2 Talking about all that is involved in educating kids overseas. The wisdom of researching all options, being open to new paradigms, and considering the advantages of each option and the dangers as well.
Episode 64 — Educating Children Overseas Pt1 Talking about all that is involved in educating kids overseas. The wisdom of researching all options, being open to new paradigms, and considering the advantages of each option and the dangers as well.
Episode 63 — Parents & Grandparents Pt 3 David & Vicki talk about the blessings, challenges and opportunities with parents and grandparents when serving overseas in missions.
Episode 62 — Parents & Grandparents Pt 2 David & Vicki talk about the blessings, challenges and opportunities with parents and grandparents when serving overseas in missions.
Episode 61 — Parents & Grandparents Pt 1 David & Vicki talk about the blessings, challenges and opportunities with parents and grandparents when serving overseas in missions.
Episode 60 — Calling David is interviewed by Weston Downing on The Long Run Podcast They talk about the meaning of a life calling and practical ways to discover it.
Episode 59 — Money & Missions Pt 1 David & Vicki give practical advice regarding money and missions. They give wisdom from their experiences and knowledge that cover pre-field, on-field and re-entry.
Episode 58 — Money & Missions Pt 1 David & Vicki give practical advice regarding money and missions. They give wisdom from their experiences and knowledge that cover pre-field, on-field and re-entry.
Episode 57 — Sermon: Global Christians David’s sermon at Island Community Church in Memphis, TN – Continued…. It was part of a 3 week global missions focus month. David explains how all followers of Christ should be global Christians, fulfilling their role in God’s mission to all peoples on the earth.
Episode 56 — Sermon: Global Christians David’s sermon at Island Community Church in Memphis, TN It was part of a 3 week global missions focus month. David explains how all followers of Christ should be global Christians, fulfilling their role in God’s mission to all peoples on the earth.
Episode 55 — Caring for Missionaries Pt. 2 Talking about ways for churches, family and friends can care for missionaries on the field.
Episode 54 — Caring for Missionaries Pt. 1 Talking about ways for churches, family and friends can care for missionaries on the field.
Episode 53 — Resolving Conflict on the Field Pt. 2 Talking about co-workers, friendships, conflict resolution on the field. Discussing points from 2 articles: Cross-Cultural Conflict Resolution in Teams and What missionaries ought to know about Conflict
Episode 52 — Resolving Conflict on the Field Pt. 1 Talking about co-workers, friendships, conflict resolution on the field. Discussing points from 2 articles: Cross-Cultural Conflict Resolution in Teams and What missionaries ought to know about Conflict
Episode 51 — Authenticity & Community Pt. 2 Interview w 2 friends who teach in Central Asia
