Impact Nations Podcast

In this episode, Steve brings the Beatitude “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth” to bear on our modern lives today. What does it look like to be meek? Why should we be meek? Do we have role models? What does meekness have to do with politics?All of these questions take the beatitude from being just a nice concept to challenging the intuitive way we see and act in the world. Not only does this beatitude affect our personal lives, it should change our corporate behaviour as His Church…This episode is brought to you by Brad Jersak’s new book “The Pastor: A Crisis”. Check out the audio sample at here.For an autographed copy of this exciting book, visit www.premierecollectibles.com/pastor.For a hard copy in Canada, visit www.houseofjames.com.For the Kindle version, click here.Finally, for the audio version, click here.

Tim and Steve sit down with Mike and Annabelle to discuss the Beatitudes. Specifically, they discuss "Blessed are those who mourn."They delve into what it means to mourn, how to mourn well, and how corporate repentance can lead to deep healing.This weeks episode is brought to you by both our Daughters of Destiny program led by Mike and our School of Purpose which is led by Annabelle.

Steve, Brad, and Tim discuss poverty of spirit. How does one bankrupt their ego? Is there a connection between this beatitude and idolatry?This week's episode is brought to you by our From the Field Collection of handcrafted jewelry, ornaments, macrame and more. Our friends in Nepal are so excited to be supporting themselves in part through this merchandise. Get 20% off when you buy four or more items with the discount code "podcast-nepal". Shop now at www.impactnations.com/nepal.

This week we delve into Jesus' thoughts on mourning. Interestingly, our prayer life will change as we come to understand mourning through Jesus' blessing.This week's episode is brought to you by our From the Field Collection of handcrafted jewelry, ornaments, macrame and more. Our friends in Nepal are so excited to be supporting themselves in part through this merchandise. Get 20% off when you buy four or more items with the discount code "podcast-nepal". Shop now at www.impactnations.com/nepal.

In this episode, Steve discusses the idea of blessing. What does it mean to be blessed?He also delves into what kind of poverty is being referenced by “Poor in spirit”.The poor are those who are poor and feel crushed by it. Those who are poor and cry out because of it. There are also spiritual aspects to this discussion...Finally, Steve posers the question of "why". Why is it that the poor are blessed?This week's episode is brought to you by our new merchandise page. All profits from our merchandise go to bring sustainable skills and business training to poor communities in Uganda, Kenya, Nepal, and more.Start shopping now at www.impactnations.com/merchandise

Brad gives us his overview of the beatitudes and the sermon on the mount.He contends that the beatitudes are a refining fire that prepares us to represent Jesus to the world.This episode is brought to you by our new line of merchandise. This includes hoodies, mugs, tees, and more with sayings that you have likely heard on this podcast. 100% of the profits from this merchandise goes to our Skills & Business training program to empower some of the world's poorest people to start businesses and provide for their families.Visit www.impactnations.com/merchandise to shop today.

Steve sets the scene, providing the context of the sermon on the mount, helping us see how the beatitudes can be a road map for the church and a means by which we immerse our lives in Christ.Today’s episode is brought to you by Steve’s new book “The Beatitudes for a Time of Crisis”. This is an excellent companion to this season of the podcast. If you preorder your copy today, we will send you the ebook version so that when your hard copy arrives, you can share it with a friend and tell them how much it has impacted your life. Order now as this offer ends October 9!

We're chatting with our partner, Richard Mwesigye, who is in the middle of feeding 500 families in 10 different villages in Uganda.The pandemic has caused mass starvation in the developing world. Impact Nations has provided over 750,000 meals since March 26th.We also talked about the long-term transformation of the village of Kalonga and our recent focus on business development and self-sustainability.We need your help! To give, visit www.impactnations.com/feeding

In this special episode, Tim, Steve, Gene, and Brad discuss the current protests across America and the very important issues of race inequality, racism, the Black Lives Matter movement and more. 

Tim was beginning a conversation with our partners from Bulgaria when he decided to record it. Enjoy getting to know some more amazing Impact Nations partners.If you would like to help Ivan and DeeDee feed the poor, visit www.impactnations.com/feeding

This it the second half of a conversation with Brad that started last episode. In this episode we discuss how to correctly (and incorrectly) read the scriptures from a place of intimacy with Jesus.To learn more about Brad and to purchase his books, visit www.bradjersak.com. 

In this episode Steve, Tim, and Brad discuss the Resurrection. Was Jesus physically resurrected? And what are the implications of that for us? We'll also touch on baptism, and even the tradition of praying to the saints.To learn more about Brad and to purchase his books, visit www.bradjersak.com

In this Episode, Steve pursues the mystery of Christ in the Resurrection. The way we understand the resurrection changes the way that we interact with the world around us.This week, rather than an ad, we want to thank the Impact Nations family for providing over 423,116 meals during the Coronavirus pandemic. To learn more about the feeding project during this time, visit www.impactnations.com/feeding.

Tim Stewart and Wm. Paul Young discuss the Gospel, how and why we share it, and the way it changes the "nature" and "way" of our being.To learn more about Wm. Paul Young, visit his website at www.wmpaulyoung.comThis episode of the Impact Nations Podcast is brought to you by our COVID-19 Feeding Program. In developing nations such as Uganda, people are starving as a result of the pandemic stay-at-home orders. YOU can rescue them. You can feed a family for three weeks for only $30. We are trying to raise $30,000 (that's 1000 families!) by the end of today. Make your tax deductible gift at www.impactnations.com/feeding.

Brad Jersak joins Tim and Steve to discuss the second day (the day after the crucifixion). They discuss literal vs metaphorical interpretations of the Bible and various theories of hell.Brad mentions several other videos:N.T. Wright What do You Mean by Literal?Brad Jersak How the Church Fathers Interpreted the BibleYou can find Brad's books at www.bradjersak.com/books/Today's broadcast is brought to you by our COVID-19 feeding program. The pandemic has left people starving in India and Uganda. We are feeding them. You can help. Feed a family for only $25. Learn more at www.impactnations.com/feeding.

Christ's Resurrection is a joyous occasion. Even if we are in our homes today. Take a moment to reflect on the wonder of the Resurrection with Steve today.

Steve considers three historical views of what Christ’s descent into hell looked like. He also considers the meaning of the words “hell, hades, and Sheol”. He Delves into numerous scriptures and the writings of early church fathers.This week's episode is brought to you by our COVID-19 Feeding Response. Visit www.impactnations.com/family to join the effort today.

Today we are joined by Brad Jersak for our second discussion on the work of the Cross.This week we will investigate the differences between to theological views on the work of the cross: Penal Substitutionary Atonement and Christus Victor.Don't miss an episode of the Impact Nations Podcast. Subscribe on your favorite podcast app at www.impactnations.com/familyThis episode is brought to you by our feeding program. Many families around the world pay for today's food with yesterday's wages. With coronavirus keeping everyone home, thousands have no way to feed their families. You can get involved at www.impactnations.com/feeding.

Steve discusses how Jesus dealt with the problem of evil on the cross. He investigates theological traditions surrounding the cross, and the implications of those traditions.This week's episode is brought to you by our family page. In this time of self-quarantine, we wan to stay connected. That is why we created www.impactnations.com/family. We will be sharing teachings and e-books as well as hosting regular Zoom chats to stay connected.

This is the first of a three part discussion on the work of the cross. This week we are discussing the teaching that was feature in episode 3-11, where Steve invited us to move beyond the theology of the Cross, and into a more experiential embrace of Christ on the Cross.To learn more about Brad, visit https://bradjersak.comDon't miss his two newest books, IN: Incarnation & Inclusion, Abba & Lamb and A More Christlike Way.In this time of international crisis, we would also strongly recommend Steve's latest book The First Church restored, available as a paperback or e-book.To subscribe to the Impact Nations Podcast or to listen online, visit www.impactnations.com/podcast