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In this episode of the Send 938 Missions Podcast, Steve Anderson sits down with Dr. Aaron Valdizan, Assistant Professor of Biblical Languages and Global Ministry at Shepherd’s Theological Seminary, for a thoughtful conversation on dispensationalism and its importance to global missions. Why does a dispensational view of Scripture matter for modern missionary work? In this discussion, they explore how a consistent literal, grammatical, historical hermeneutic shapes confidence in God’s promises, motivates Great Commission obedience, and informs the way missionaries think about the nations, the return of Christ, and the work of evangelism. They also address common misunderstandings about dispensationalism, the relationship between missions and compassion ministry, and why fellowship and unity matter even when theological systems differ. If you’ve ever wondered how dispensational theology intersects with missiology, this conversation offers a clear, biblical, and practical perspective. Subscribe for more conversations that equip, encourage, and inspire the next generation of missionary servants and the churches that send them. Send 938 Missions Podcast is a ministry of Baptist Mid-Missions.

In this episode of the Send 938 Missions Podcast, Steve Anderson sits down with Jonathan Laase to discuss AI in ministry—how missionaries, pastors, and church leaders can use artificial intelligence to save time, improve productivity, and strengthen ministry efforts without compromising wisdom, ethics, or spiritual integrity. Jonathan shares practical examples of how he uses AI every day for research, sermon prep, Bible study handouts, song selection, content formatting, and video production. The conversation also explores the risks of over-reliance on AI, the importance of discernment, and how tools like Claude, CapCut, Opus Clips, Riverside, and AI captioning are changing the way ministry teams create content and communicate. Whether you’re a pastor, missionary, church staff member, or simply curious about the future of AI in Christian ministry, this conversation offers practical insight and biblical perspective. Send questions and episode ideas to [email protected].

Pastor David Strope currently serves as interim pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. He previously served as interim National Representative for the GARBC and has pastored churches in Iowa and New York. In this episode, Pastor Strope joins host Steve Anderson to talk about the unique calling of interim pastoral ministry and what it means to shepherd a congregation through transition with care and intentionality.

Glen Galbraith, UK native and BMM missionary to the UK for more than 20 years, has recently transitioned to a new role in the US - listen as he joins host Steve Anderson for an episode discussing the rise of conservatism in young men in the UK.

Join host Steve Anderson as he ponders the question of where the most attention should be focused for church planting and revitalization efforts: rural or urban settings.  More information about Shepherding Healthy Renewal: https://www.bmm.org/news/shepherding-healthy-renewal-a-church-revitalization-module

Dave Ferguson, Vice-president for missionary services and founder of ¡PlayBall!, joins Host Steve Anderson for a conversation about the nature of sports oriented ministry through the lens of 20 seasons of ¡PlayBall! ministry in the Dominican Republic.  EMAIL: [email protected] ¡PlayBall! INFO: http://www.bmmplayball.org Watch the video podcast: https://youtu.be/96aVCAt6mzo

Originally aired 7/13/22 Dr. Matt Morrell, pastor of Fourth Baptist Church and President of Central Seminary in Minneapolis, MN, along with Dr. Patrick Odle join host Steve Anderson to discuss the priority and need for identifying, equipping, and raising up the next generation of leadership in our churches here in North America.    Email: [email protected]    www.bmm.org    www.centralseminary.edu

Join us this week for a reflective reading of Luke 2 as we remember and celebrate the birth of our Savior.  We look forward to returning to regular weekly uploads in the New Year. Merry Christmas!!

Join Steve Anderson for a look at the looming crisis in pastoral leadership in the American church…and a frank discussion about what local churches must do now to avoid disaster.

Dr. Gary Anderson, president emeritus, joins host Steve Anderson for another BMM Moment In History; discussing the ingenuity and ability of our missionaries to respond to crisis, tragedy, and want in ways that demonstrate the goodness and grace of God our Sustainer and Savior.

In light of the catastrophic damage from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica and devastating flooding in Alaska, we're republishing this episode of the SEND938 podcast to highlight the urgent need for World Relief support. In Jamaica, dozens of churches planted by BMM and national partners trained by BMM missionaries have been severely impacted and need immediate assistance. In Alaska, our team is on the ground ready to help displaced families after entire villages were destroyed or severely damaged by flooding. Your gift to the World Relief Fund directly supports these relief efforts. Give here: https://www.bmm.org/news/world-relief Originally aired 10/8/24 Dr. Gary Anderson, President emeritus, joins us for a conversation about the history of BMM World Relief as well as the theology of compassion ministries done in the name of God, who reveals Himself over and over to be a God of mercy.

When Helping Hurts has sold over 450,000 copies and fundamentally reshaped how evangelical Christians approach poverty alleviation, arguing that well-intentioned charity often creates dependency rather than empowerment. Host Steve Anderson offers a critical and helpful analysis of both the book and the philosophy of aide and dependency in missions.   Authors Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert contend that poverty stems from broken relationships—with God, self, others, and creation—and that Western helpers often reinforce feelings of inferiority while feeding their own "god complexes." While the book champions asset-based community development and long-term relational engagement over short-term relief, critics argue it neglects structural injustices, political advocacy, and the urgent material needs that require immediate aid regardless of methodology. The framework has sparked both transformation and paralysis, with some readers so fearful of causing harm they've stopped helping altogether. This conversation explores the book's revolutionary insights, examines its theological and practical criticisms, and considers alternative perspectives that emphasize systemic change alongside relationship-based development.

In this episode Steve Anderson discusses the cultural momentum being driven by GenZ’s interest in spirituality and religion, the impact of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, and the necessary distinctions between revival and great awakenings. Don’t miss this glimpse into the possibilities and opportunities laid before the church and our culture at large due to the responsiveness of GenZ to spiritual matters. BMM Israel Tour: https://www.bmm.org/israel-2026

Jon Casbohm, CEO of Ohio Baptist Camps, joins host Steve Anderson for a conversation about the challenges and opportunities inherent to leadership transition and how to avoid the long-term blight of faith based organizations; Mission Drift.

Steve Gault joins host Steve Anderson for a conversation about reaching the nations in our backyard and overseas, along with a few more both/and issues in modern missions.