World Evangelism Podcast

Austin Gardner • April 5, 2024

Come join the journey and help promote the cause of World Evangelism in your church, your family, and around the world.

My desire is to add value to you and your ministry. I want to help you as you seek to fulfill what God has called you to do for the honor and glory of the Lord Jesus Christ. Our goal is to ignite passion and inspire action, motivating listeners to engage in world evangelism through prayer, giving, training, and going.


The very first podcast: The Missionary Impulse from Creation and Beyond

The World Evangelism Podcast, hosted by Austin Gardner, has embarked on an insightful journey to reveal the missionary essence deeply rooted within the Bible, starting with Genesis 1:1. In its inaugural episode, the podcast delves into this verse, widely recognized as the foundation of Christian faith, and discusses its significant implications for global missionary work. It's here that we find not just the beginning of all creation, but also the compelling directive for believers to spread the Gospel across the earth.


The second World Evangelism Podcast: Heeding the Call of Global Evangelism Through History


The echoes of Abram's journey still resound today, as we continue to heed the call to evangelize nations. In this episode, we reflect on the enduring legacy that began with a man called to be a blessing to all nations, and how this has shaped our global mission to spread the transformative love of Jesus Christ.

We trace the biblical foundation of world evangelism, rooted in the universal love of God. Our exploration takes us to Genesis 12, where God calls Abram to be a blessing, illustrating that the Jewish nation was chosen not to claim superiority but to spread God's message. The Scriptures, the church, and the Messiah—all given through the Jewish people—laid the groundwork for a mission transcending all boundaries.


First ever World Evangelism Special Edition: Grief's Silent Struggle and the Missionary Heart with Bridgette Young


Navigating through the stormy seas of loss and grief, Bridgette stands as a beacon of resilience and faith. Her story, intricately woven into the fabric of the World Evangelism Podcast, brings a message of hope and healing to those facing similar battles. In an episode that promises to be both heart-wrenching and uplifting, host Austin Gardner and Bridgette delve into the poignant narrative of infant loss and the silent struggle with infertility—a journey Bridgette has chronicled in her book, "Lost in the Gray."

Bridgette's experience is one that resonates with many, yet often remains cloaked in silence. Her openness about the pain of losing a child, grappling with depression, and the strain on marital relationships lays bare the raw and real aspects of grief. But her story doesn't end there. It also shines a light on the importance of community, professional help, and the unwavering embrace of faith that can lead one out of the depths of despair.


Second World Evangelism Podcast Special Edition: The Echoes of Loss A Mother's Testament to Faith and Recovery


In a deeply touching and profoundly insightful episode of the World Evangelism Podcast, Bridgette Young, a mother who has traversed the harrowing landscape of loss, opens up about her experiences with ectopic pregnancies and the ensuing grief that almost consumed her. Bridgette's narrative is one that mirrors the trials of biblical figures such as Joseph and Moses, and it resonates with anyone who has faced the wilderness of sorrow.

Her story begins with the heartache of losing two children to ectopic pregnancies, a medical condition that not only threatens the life of the unborn but also poses a significant danger to the mother. This loss led Bridgette down a path of anger and questioning towards God—a journey that many can relate to in times of profound suffering. Yet, it is in this storm of emotions that Bridgette found a way to anchor herself through her faith and the therapeutic process, despite her initial resistance.


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