Shows
From Here To EternityGoTrips with the Beyond ProgramThe Beyond Program sends qualified Gateway Students on fully funded short term, international mission trips. In this episode, GoTrip director Carola Manriquez talks with Dr. Hopkins about the importance of getting involved in the work of the Great Commission, her identity as a Chilean-American, and what she has learned over the years on mission trips.2025-06-2334 minFrom Here To EternityAn Iranian's Testimony of Coming to Faith in ChristSam Rahmani, an Iranian refugee and PhD candidate, shares his journey from a non-practicing Bahai family in Tehran to becoming a Christian. Influenced by atheist mentors and philosophical readings, Sam was an atheist but later found faith through the reading Galatians. Sam highlights the complexity of Iranian society, divided between Muslim and Persian identities, and the importance of understanding cultural nuances and building trust in ministry.2025-06-1641 minFrom Here To EternityLiving as a Third Culture KidDr. Phil Hopkins interviews Geoff Logan about his experiences as a third culture kid growing up in Armenia. Geoff describes the cultural differences, and the challenges of reintegrating into American culture. He reflects on the importance of the gospel and the fulfillment that comes from sacrificing for the Lord, advising seminary students to embrace cross-cultural ministry for the unreached.2025-05-2635 minFrom Here To EternityThe Iranian Dress Code for Women and the Church's ResponseIn this episode, Dr. Hopkins discusses the cultural and religious issues surrounding the dress code for women in Iran, particularly the hijab and chador. Including historical context of Western missionaries and the Iranian Revolution in the discussion, Hopkins argues that it is important to respect local laws and avoid actions that could harm the spread of Christianity in Iran.2025-05-1940 minFrom Here To EternityThe Black Church in AmericaDr. Hopkins sits down with Pastor Brian Kennedy to discuss Kennedy's call to pastoral ministry, racial tensions in the country, and how pulls for political power in America have affected the church's ability to accomplish the Great Commission.2025-04-2850 min