With Dr. Davis engaged elsewhere, Jonathan Sheeley led this fascinating conversation with Major Keith Marshall, a commander in the 161st Intelligence Squadron, Kansas Air National Guard. Major Marshall shares that his mission is two-fold: love God and love people. As the episode unfolds, he shares how he lives out his mission day to day. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube. Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu. For more epi...
Jun 13, 2023•35 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Change in a company starts at the top. That's what the CEO and Founder of WiLD Leaders, Inc. Dr. Rob McKenna believes. He joins Dr. Davis and Jonathan in a discussion about changing the narrative of leadership from the top down. Read " There are No Shortcuts to Lasting Change" or "Composed: The Heart and Science of Leading Under Pressure" by Dr. Rob McKenna Follow @Wildleaders on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter . Follow @drrobmckenna on Instagram , LinkedIn , and Twitter . Contact WiLD Leader...
Jun 06, 2023•54 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Taylor Pill, Director of Athletic Communications and Associate Head Coach for Men’s Soccer at Maranatha, unpacks the core beliefs of the MBU soccer program with Dr. Davis and Jonathan. Listen in as he explains the importance of each element - process orientation, improvement, humility, patience, enthusiasm, initiative, character, resilience, love, excellence, and Christ-likeness - and how they shape soccer players on and off the field. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twi...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Today, Dr. Davis and Jonathan are joined by Tim McPhillips, Vice President for Institutional Advancement at MBU. Tim is a 2001 graduate who moved back to Watertown in November 2022. In this second episode of a two-part interview, McPhillips shares his and his wife's adoption process, their experience with their social worker, and the open doors for sharing the gospel. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube . Learn more about...
May 03, 2023•56 min•Season 4Ep. 15
We were privileged to talk with several business leaders and entrepreneurs during the Leader to Leader Conference in March. Over a two-day period, Dr. Davis and Jonathan tag-teamed interviews. Jonathan Sheeley is joined by Dale Kooyenga, a Lt. Col. in the Army Reserves and Vice President at Milwaukee Metropolitan Association of Commerce. In this episode, Jonathan and Kooyenga discuss work-life balance and give helpful advice for college students. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Faceboo...
Apr 25, 2023•29 min•Season 4Ep. 14
We were privileged to talk with several business leaders and entrepreneurs during the Leader to Leader Conference in March. Over a two-day period, Dr. Davis and Jonathan tag-teamed interviews. Dr. Davis is joined by Pastor Matt Morrell, Senior Pastor of Fourth Baptist Church and School and President of Central Baptist Theological Seminary. In this episode, Morrell shares how he knew he was called to the ministry and how godly mentors were influential in confirming God's calling in his life. He a...
Apr 18, 2023•41 min•Season 4Ep. 13
We were privileged to talk with several business leaders and entrepreneurs during the Leader to Leader Conference in March. Over a two-day period, Dr. Davis and Jonathan tag-teamed interviews. In this interview, Jonathan met with guest Kay Edwards, founder and CEO of Outsight Network . Edwards explains her mission of helping people build autonomy, mastery, and purpose in their businesses. They discuss how that mission is played out in her company and her passion for helping small business leader...
Apr 11, 2023•39 min•Season 4Ep. 12
We all play many roles in our lives and sometimes choosing one role above another is difficult. Mr. Sam Brock, Executive Director at Ironwood Christian Camp, joins Dr. Davis and Jonathan in this week's conversation. They dive deep into forming a mission statement, how to obey and glorify God through a personal mission, and making the best choice for God's glory. Ironwood Christian Camp Sam and Bodie's Game Garage The Intellectual Life ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twit...
Apr 04, 2023•49 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Today, Dr. Davis and Jonathan are joined by Tim McPhillips, Vice President for Institutional Advancement at MBU. Tim is a 2001 graduate who moved back to Watertown in November 2022. In this first episode of a two-part interview, McPhillips shares how he and his wife keep the local church a primary focus in their home as he fulfills his mission to glorify God in what He has called him to do right now. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Miss...
Mar 28, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Welcome to Side Mission: A conversation between Dr. Davis and Jonathan without a guest. This conversation is relaxed as Dr. Davis and Jonathan work through "8 Biggest Lies about Money". As they work through the lies and discuss what a Christian's perspective should be, we see how these things impact families and education. Dr. Davis shares how he surprised his wife with a master bathroom remodel. See the original Twitter post here . ------ Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitt...
Mar 22, 2023•51 min
Mrs. DeAn McKee, MBU’s switchboard operator and receptionist in the Business Office, joins Dr. Davis and Jonathan to discuss how God provides through trials. Having lost her husband at a young age, she shares how God brought her and her family to salvation. McKee shares a little bit about her role at Maranatha and her ministry with her local church. New Focus ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube . Learn more about Maranath...
Mar 14, 2023•35 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Dr. Jodi Herbert, Professor of Mathematics in the Department of Applied Science and Math Education in the School of Education at Maranatha, and MBU alumna joins Dr. Davis and Jonathan to discuss how we serve God by serving others. Herbert also shares how worldview dictates discovery and talks about the role of women in STEM. Watch this episode on YouTube . Study Mathematics at MBU. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube . Le...
Mar 07, 2023•48 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Mrs. Rebecca Brock, Assistant Professor in the College of Bible and Church Ministries, Maranatha Baptist Bible Institute Instructional Designer, and MBU alumna, joins Dr. Davis and Jonathan to discuss what it means to live by every word of God. Brock shares ways in which she encourages young women in this area and how she has been able to live a life of faith through her parenting. Watch this episode on YouTube . Flourish Retreat ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. ...
Feb 28, 2023•48 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Tony Kinnett, a 2017 MBU alumnus and an Investigative Columnist for The Daily Signal and The Heritage Foundation, joins Dr. Davis and Jonathan to discuss what it means to have a life of service and faithfulness. Kinnett shares a little bit of his life story as the conversation transitions to talking about standing up for what's right and how Christians should conduct themselves in the public sector. Watch this episode on YouTube. Tony Kinnett | The Heritage Foundation ----- Follow @maranathaedu ...
Feb 21, 2023•49 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Dr. Davis and Jonathan sit down with Board of Resource member Will Cover. Will shares his life story about God directing his path from seminary and working in sales to church planting in Houston, Texas. They will discuss intergenerational relationships and mentoring in the church and learning about God's will for your life. Learn more about Arise Baptist Church . ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube . Learn more about Mara...
Feb 14, 2023•55 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Ian Ferguson, owner and consultant at Lighthouse Strategic Insights, joins Dr. Davis and Jonathan in the studio. They dive into several topics including stewardship, ministry in secular professions, and knowing God through trials. Learn more about Lighthouse Strategic Insights, LLC . ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube . Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu. For more episodes, visit mbu.edu/podcast....
Feb 07, 2023•59 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Dr. Davis and Jonathan are joined by Dr. Dave Hataj, president of Edgerton Gear in Edgerton, Wisconsin. Hataj has built a sustainable workforce in his family business and established a mentorship program. Hataj's book, Good Work The Craftsman's Code ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube . Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu. For more episodes, visit mbu.edu/podcast....
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Dr. Davis and Jonathan meet with Carl Kerby, a Christian apologist, speaker, author, and president and founder of Reasons for Hope. They discuss Christian apologetics and how to equip the next generation to know what they believe and defend their faith. Resources mentioned in the episode: Gallup poll: Fewer in U.S. Now See Bible as Literal Word of God Jean Twenge's book iGen The Social Dilemma Accountability Software: Accountable2You , Covenant Eyes Reasons for Hope App ----- Follow @maranathaed...
Jan 24, 2023•52 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Dr. Davis and Jonathan are joined by Daniel Suhr, a managing attorney at the Liberty Justice Center. Deep topics are covered in this episode as Davis and Suhr explore how the law interacts with secular and conservative corporations in today's culture. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube . Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu. For more episodes, visit mbu.edu/podcast....
Jan 17, 2023•48 min•Season 4Ep. 1
BREAKING NEWS: On Mission will be on YouTube in Season 4! In this recap episode, Dr. Davis and Jonathan summarize Season 3 guests and give a preview of Season 4. Subscribe to Maranatha's YouTube channel below and click the bell to be notified when new videos are posted. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Subscribe to Maranatha On Mission on YouTube . Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu. For more episodes, visit mbu.edu/podcast....
Jan 10, 2023•18 min
Dr. Davis and Jonathan talk with Robert J. Fuller III, Maranatha's Dean of Men and Men's Head Basketball Coach. Coach Fuller and his family moved to Watertown at the end of the summer of 2022 and quickly became loved by the student body. In this conversation, you will hear a little of Coach Fuller's background, his passion for music and ministry, and how God used influential men to nurture within him a heart for loving others. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Lea...
Dec 06, 2022•47 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Jonathan is on the road for this episode as he traveled to Answers in Genesis for the Creation College Expo. He had the opportunity to talk with Sarah (Mally) Hancock and Patricia Engler. Sarah (Mally) Hancock is the founder of Bright Lights Ministries , a discipleship program for young women. She shares how Bright Lights started and has grown over the years. Find out more about their upcoming conference at Answers in Genesis, Speak Truth in Your Heart . Get Hancock's books . Patricia Engler is ...
Nov 29, 2022•43 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Dr. Davis and Jon talk with Sam Slobodian, a missionary to Ukraine. Bro. Sam shares his story of becoming a missionary and how God's work is continuing in Ukraine and Russia. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu. For more episodes, visit mbu.edu/podcast....
Nov 15, 2022•49 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Dr. Davis is joined by Dr. Marty Marriott, Maranatha's fifth president, and his wife, Miriam. The Marriotts share how God brought their stories together and how He has worked through them as they seek to minister in the local church and at Maranatha. Listen as the Marriotts share about being a team in ministry and the accompanying joys and trials. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu. For more episodes, visit mbu.edu/podcast....
Nov 08, 2022•54 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Dr. Davis is on-location in India where he interviews Professors Immanuvel and Nyak, Bible professors at Heritage Baptist Bible College and Seminary in Tiruchchirapalli, India. Both of these men share incredible stories about God miraculously working in their lives and the lives of their family members to bring them to salvation. The full video versions of each interview will soon be available on YouTube. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Learn more about Maranath...
Nov 01, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode, you will hear from two men who represent lives dedicated to ministry and service, albeit in very different applications. In the first half of today’s podcast, Dr. Davis talks with Dr. Dennis Lowry, a Ph.D. professor of Journalism and Mass Communication until his retirement from Southern Illinois University. Dr. Davis and Dr. Lowry explore Dr. Lowry's personal devotion to a genuine relationship with God and his thoughts on Christian professionalism. In part two, you will hear the...
Oct 25, 2022•48 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Dr. Davis is joined by Mrs. Carol Senn Ruffin, associate professor in the Music and Communication Arts programs at Maranatha. Mrs. Ruffin shares that her mission in life is to "let the Lord lead." She and Dr. Davis take a look at what that means in her role as a professor, director, and mentor. Watch Carol's Kitchen. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu. For more episodes, visit mbu.edu/podcast....
Oct 18, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Dr. Davis and Jonathan sit down with one of the most well-known and well-loved professors at Maranatha: Dr. Larry Oats, professor in the College of Bible and Church Ministries and former Dean of Maranatha Baptist Seminary. In this episode, Dr. Oats shares his mission of training people for ministry and what that looks like at Maranatha, in the local church, and around the world. ----- Follow @maranathaedu on Instagram , Facebook , and Twitter. Learn more about Maranatha mbu.edu For more episodes...
Oct 11, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In today’s episode, we talk with another iconic faculty member, Dr. Jeff Drost. Drost came to Maranatha with a diverse career background; notably, serving in the US Navy Reserve ending his 11-year tenure with the Navy Reserve as a Petty Officer First Class (E-6). He spent 13 years in the banking and financial services industry, starting as a bank teller and concluding his career as a fraud investigator. Learn more about Maranatha's Master of Organizational Leadership ....
Aug 23, 2022•57 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Dr. Davis talks with the new Dean for the School of Education, Dr. Tom Graham, and his wife, Mrs. Cherie Graham, the new Executive assistant in the Executive Office. Read Maranatha's press release regarding Dr. Graham's hire here .
Aug 16, 2022•47 min•Season 2Ep. 10
