Christmas is right around the corner. Decorations are out, carols are playing, and we are all rushing to get everything ready. It’s all so familiar. But that’s not the story in Mongolia. The celebration of Christmas is a new thing in Mongolia that started with first-generation Christians in the 1990’s and has grown to a thriving season of celebration. Joining …
Great Things at Christmas (Ep. 168)
We are bombarded with headlines of conflict, war, and discouraging news. How do we regain our perspective as we move through this Christmas season? In this episode, Ed and Wayne talk about the passages that come to life as we thing about the celebration of the birth of Jesus. Have your Bible ready as they talk about the theme of …
Reclaiming Christmas in Thailand (Ep. 167)
Christmas shopping is in full swing as we prepare to celebrate the holiday in America. But how do you communicate why gifts are purchased in a nation that only knows about the decorations they see in stores? This is the task facing our new ministry director in Thailand: Sumet Techarukpong. Sumet’s answer is to help the local church proclaim the …
The Perfect Gift (Ep. 166)
What do you want for Christmas? This is the question we ask our friends and family to make sure we give the perfect gift. As we head into a season of gift giving, Ed and Wayne spotlight Ed’s favorite listener story about a man with a fundamental request…hearing God’s Word. Listen this week to a truly epic story based on …
Hearts of Gratitude (Ep. 165)
How do you get your heart ready to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday? Ed and Wayne will give you something to direct your thinking as you prepare to sit down at your Thanksgiving table. In this edition we’ll sample some of the amazing stories of gratitude from FEBC listeners living in difficult places in difficult times. Their attitude of gratitude gives …
Close Ties (Ep. 164)
It’s been said that the Kingdom of God expands in the company of friends, and that’s been the case with FEBC and one of our partner ministries, Haven Today. In this episode, David Wollen, FEBC’s former V.P. of Development moves into a new role at Haven Today, as their President and CEO. Listen in as Ed and David talk about …
Reaching the Largest Muslim Country in the World (Ep. 163)
“I’ve never heard such a thing”, says a grateful FEBC listener from Indonesia. In this episode we’re going to learn how radio is reaching people in the largest Muslim-populated country in the world. This summer Ed and Wayne had an opportunity to sit down with FEBC Indonesia’s new CEO, Yoke. In this conversation Yoke shares his vision for ministry and …
Stronger Together (Ep. 162)
What do you get when a global ministry conducts local outreach? This powerful combination creates a “Glocal” focus. Learn about this new term and much more as you listen in on an amazing discussion with Ed and his friend, Jim Wert. Jim is a Fortune 500 corporate strategist who understands the importance of best practices and staying on track by …
Life Lessons from a Good Friend (Ep. 161)
It’s hard to imagine life without friends. In the good and bad times, the Lord uses people that are close to us to support, encourage and challenge us. In this episode we’re going to sit in on an unforgettable conversation with one of Ed’s best friends. Listen as Ed talks with friend, pastor and radio speaker, James Ford. Be ready …
Trends and Testimonies (Ep. 160)
The world is always changing and “thinking outside the box” is the new normal. With all the change in society, how do ministries keep from being “left behind”? Joining Ed to talk about the trends around the world that FEBC is watching is VP of Development, David Wollen. David has spearheaded programs that help the FEBC stay relevant with our …