In this episode of the Innovative Church Leaders podcast, Dr. Eric Bryant interviews Jimmy Dorrell, founder of Mission Waco Mission World.
They discuss Jimmy's ministry serving the poor and shares about the importance of stepping out of comfort zones and entering the pain of those in need.
Join us at the Beyond Us Conference in October 2025 in Waco, TX.
🔥 Top 5 Takeaways:
1. You Can’t Reach the Poor from a Distance—You Have to Live Among Them
Real ministry begins when we leave our comfort zones and move into the neighborhoods that need us most.
2. Compassion Is Entering the Pain of OthersTrue compassion means walking with people in their suffering, not just serving from a distance. It’s about presence, empathy, and solidarity.
3. Relationships Are the Heartbeat of Community TransformationPrograms don’t change lives—people do.
4. Theological Depth Fuels Real-World ImpactWhen grounded in Scripture, justice and mercy become powerful expressions of the gospel.
5. Experiential Learning in Hard Places Will Change How You LeadChallenging environments can radically reshape our vision, leadership, and love for people.
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Key Moments with Timestamps:
00:00 - Journey of Compassion: From Tradition to Transformation
07:28 - Theological Foundations of Serving the Poor
12:01 - Mobilizing the Church for Mission
14:30 - Encouragement for Pastors in Ministry
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