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The Uttermost PodcastNavigation Dry Seasons in West AfricaWhat's your plan for when dry seasons come? Join us as we hear from Jim Poitras, former Missionary to Ghana and Nigeria now turned Global Missionary, as he discusses what the call to missions meant to him, reverse culture shock and the importance of knowing your why.Related Links: https://jamespoitras.blog/about/https://pentecostalpublishing.com/products/sensing-gods-direction?srsltid=AfmBOoqWg6f36g-yojXBO2GPq0wkGd4TbQ1VHFi2wXA5Q1joaVJwzpyahttps://www.aim2go.org/2025-04-251h 16

The MamasteFit Podcast41: Debunking Common Prenatal Fitness MythsIn this episode of the MamasteFit Podcast, hosts Gina and Roxanne, experts in perinatal fitness, debunk common prenatal fitness myths. They explore the importance of movement for pregnant women, explaining why it is not only safe but beneficial for both mother and baby. They discuss prenatal fitness's role in enhancing resilience to stress, brain development, and health outcomes for babies, as well as its impact on postpartum recovery and overall comfort for expectant mothers. Several prenatal fitness myths, like causing loss, avoiding core exercises, twisting, or weightlifting, are debunked based on scientific evidence. The hosts explain the potential harm...2023-12-1352 min

The Thousand Roads PodcastDawn PorterAward-winning documentarian Dawn Porter talks about bringing journalistic principles and standards to documentary filmmaking and treating documentary subjects as collaborators and partners rather than “subjects.” We also discuss the need to keep having the difficult conversations needed to keep up with the changing documentary landscape. We also talk about how she got into the business by way of another profession, and discuss one of my favorites of her films, Gideon's Army, which premiered at Sundance and was nominated for both the Independent Spirit Award for Best Doc and an Emmy.Dawn’s 2023 film, The Lady Bird Diaries was ca...2023-12-1338 min

Locked On Bruins - Daily Podcast On The Boston BruinsNew Bruins lines + Atlantic Division Power RankingsThe Boston Bruins are embarking on their first road trip of the season, and head coach Jim Montgomery experimented with some new lines in practice on Monday:Brad Marchand – Matt Poitras – Morgan GeekieJake DeBrusk – Pavel Zacha – David PastrnakJames van Riemsdyk – Charlie Coyle – Trent FredericMilan Lucic – Johnny Beecher – Jakub LaukoLocked on Bruins host Ian McLaren discusses the rationale behind mixing things up, and what Marchand had to say about young Poitras.Plus, the first look at the 2023-23 Atlantic Division Power rankings, where the Detroit Red Wings...2023-10-1721 min

The Skate PodcastIs it Too Soon to Switch Coyle and Poitras?Ep 229, pt 1: Our first shifts include thoughts on James van Riemsdyk, the strength of Bruins' special teams and whether Matt Poitras is more suited to play on the second line than Charlie Coyle. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices 2023-10-1724 min

TransmissionJAMES GRAY, LAURA POITRAS, MAKOTO SHINKAI & bilan BIFFF 2023Débat ciné autour d' Armageddon Time de James Gray (enfin dans les salles de cinéma belges), All the money and the bloodsheld de Laura Poitras, Suzume de Makoto Shinkai et un petit détour par l'édition 2023 du BIFFF.Pour nous suivre et ne rien rater de nos émissions, n'hésitez pas à vous abonner :Notre site officiel: http://transmissionlepodcast.com/Page Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TransmissionLPCNotre chaîne YouTube: / @transmissionlepo... Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.2023-05-111h 05

First WatchReturn to Pandora - James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of WaterIt's our last episode of 2022, and to celebrate, Zach and Cole return to Pandora to discuss James Cameron's long awaited The Way of Water. The king of sequels and lord of the blockbuster returns to remind us how exciting, vivid and soaring they can be. We also take some time to discuss (spoiler free!) the latest films from Guillermo Del Toro, Alejandro González Iñárritu and Laura Poitras' Golden Lion winner, All the Beauty and the Bloodshed.2022-12-191h 11

IBC PodcastMissions Conference: Missionary Panel at Calvary TabernacleA panel of our missionary guests at Missions Conference moderated by Rev. Jason Gallion including Rev. William Hobson, Rev. James Poitras, Rev. Lynden Shalm, and Rev. Robert K. Rodenbush. Application Deadline for the Spring? December 9th. Apply at indianabible.college.Spring Preview Weekend registration opens December 26th.Couldn't make it to Preview? Didn't pick up the shirt you meant to while here? Sunday is coming and you need chord charts or MultiTracks? Visit https://store.indianabible.college 2022-11-2449 min

Poitras PonderingsSeize the DayHorace, the Roman poet, in 23 BC said, “carpe diem quam minimum credula postera.” We commonly hear the shorter version “Carpe diem” or“seize the day.” However, it can be more accurately translated as “pluck the day, put no trust in the future.” 2022-01-3111 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Evidence of FaithAfter a brief holiday sabbatical Poitras Ponderings returns. Faith and faithfulness are things we desire deeply to attain. "What is the evidence of faith?" That's the question posed and pondered in this episode. 2022-01-1017 min

Poitras PonderingsBook Recommendations this ChristmasI'm often reading! This episode provides four book recommendations to consider if you are planning to buy a book for a friend or for yourself this Christmas. 2021-12-0712 min

Poitras PonderingsThanks-livingThe Thanksgiving edition. It's not just one day of the year. It's a lifestyle of Thanks-living. 2021-11-2207 min

Poitras PonderingsIndispensable Abilities for Ministry: FlexibilityThis episode looks at the third indispensable ability to look for in ministry (leaders, missionaries, and team members). Flexibility is perpetually needed. 2021-11-1115 min

Poitras PonderingsTeachability Trumps Talent“There is a noticeable common thread in most successful people—they are teachable. And correspondingly the opposite is true—the unteachable are stunted, ineffective or lack measurable success” (Kathy Ferguson Litton, “Teachability: An absolute necessity for effective leadership”). A global representative recently said, "Teachability trumps talent!" I’ve designed and developed a teachability quotient exercise for you. Please take it byfollowing the hyperlink below. TeachabilityQuotient If for some reason the shortened hyperlink doesn’t work then: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflVQWUX6D2...2021-11-0211 min

Poitras PonderingsSticking to StickabilityPerseverance is persistence in doing something despite difficulty. Constancy is the quality of being faithful and dependable.Anthony Mangun said, “A good leader begins with an unwavering belief in what he is doing and refuses to quit, pressing on in spite of setbacks and roadblocks. Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish. In a race, it doesn’t matter who starts, but who finishes. Those who persist, prevail.2021-10-2512 min

Poitras PonderingsOur Heavenly HelperA closer look at Psalms 46:1. 2021-10-0308 min

Poitras PonderingsIncreasing Your Productivity and Achieving Your PrioritiesThis podcast episode takes a second look at the concept of "zones." Previously we looked at Sharon Britton's Blue Zone (to strive for) and the Red Zone (to stay away from). Carey Nieuwhof in his new book At Your Best: How to Get Time, Energy, & Priorities in Your Favor writes about the Green Zone, Yellow Zone, and the Red Zone. Find out about these zones by listening to a very brief look at each in this episode and pick up the book for further details. 2021-09-2209 min

Poitras PonderingsThree Phrases for Your Daily ClimbThe Apostle Paul in Acts 20:24 gives us three phrases for our daily climb. My Life. My Course. My Ministry. 2021-09-1513 min

Poitras PonderingsPop Quiz on LaborIn this episode, Jim is joined by his wife, Linda, to discuss the meaning behind Labor Day, and missionary experiences with children's ministry in Africa. 2021-09-0718 min

Poitras PonderingsWhich Zone Are You In?Are you living in the blue zone or the red zone? Find out in this episode. Susan Britton has come up with a fantastic visual or chart on this. She says it takes about seventeen seconds to shift from fight mode. This can be as easy as thinking about gratitude. Otherwise, we retrigger negative thoughts and feelings. 2021-08-3115 min

Poitras PonderingsCan I Quote You on That?Quotations are powerful! They coach. They get points across quickly. They illustrate meaning or support an argument. They inspire. They encourage. A good quote speaks to us! 2021-08-2308 min

Poitras PonderingsFrom the Mouth of ShameWhat does the obscure story of Mephibosheth tell us about ourselves? How do we progress from Nothingville to the King's table? 2021-08-1709 min

Poitras PonderingsOver-ThinkingThis episode highlights Soundtracks, a book by New York Times Best-selling author Jon Acuff. It compares it with a few Scriptures on "thinking." Is it true?Is it kind?Is it helpful? 2021-08-1005 min

Poitras PonderingsOthers: It's Part of our DNAGeneral William Booth, the founder of the Salvation Army, close to the end of his life, unable to attend their annual conference, sent a one-word message to thousands of gathered delegates. Just six letters unveiled their very foundation, the reason for existence, and part of their DNA. 2021-08-0511 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Open DoorWe often think of the open door as being an opportunity to reach into a continent, country, city, or community. But, an open door could also be a single heart. 2021-07-2811 min

Poitras PonderingsLeadership Treatment 101 (Life Hacks on Leadership)"Life hacks" is a newer phrase for "household helpful hints." In this episode, Jim Poitras shares ten quick life hacks, from her personal experiences, on how leaders should be treated. 2021-07-1312 min

Poitras PonderingsCrockpots, Slow Cookers, and MicrowavesWe live in a society that desires instant results, instant gratification, that wants and gets immediate results, and quick service. When it comes to communication through teaching, speaking, writing, and preaching I prefer my Mental Crockpot. Take time, toss in new materials, collect various ingredients, figure out what not to toss in the pot, learn how to integrate, increase creativity, and so much more included in this brief podcast episode. 2021-07-0718 min

Poitras PonderingsWhat are You Seeking? Who are You Seeking?To "seek" means to go after something, forsaking all others, and to pursue. In life, what are you seeking? Who are you seeking?The Faith Chapter tells us "He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him" (Hebrews 11:6). What are you earnestly, energetically, persistently seeking? Seek His face and not just His hand in your life. 2021-06-2907 min

Poitras PonderingsAbsolutely Able at Anything!We've just had our Father's Day weekend. The best Dad of all is our Heavenly Father. He's absolutely able to do anything! 2021-06-2407 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Test of TrustEver feel like you miss the mark with the test of trust? In this episode Jim is joined by his wife, Linda, to discuss the topic.God allows "tests" to bring out the best in us. The adversary sends "temptations" in an attempt to bring out the worst in us. "Trust" is a basic Christian principle or attribute, but one that seems difficult to develop.2021-06-1418 min

Poitras PonderingsThree Divine ExpectationsGod counts on believers to do three things. He trusts you. Check it out in this podcast episode. 2021-06-0212 min

Poitras PonderingsGod Loves it When (Part 2)God loves it when He can trust us to be part of the Big Picture of what He is doing. Step up to an adventure of a lifetime. We are workers together with God. 2021-05-2520 min

Poitras PonderingsGod Loves it WhenWe love it when God does great things for us like answering our prayers. But, God loves it when He can factor us into the picture and equation.2021-05-1914 min

Poitras PonderingsSeven Reasons I Became a Minister, Part TwoThe remaining reasons why I became a minister. 2021-05-0613 min

Poitras PonderingsSeven Reasons I Became a Minister, Part OneIt's always good to assess why you became a minister, in the pulpit, and in the pew!2021-04-2713 min

Poitras PonderingsEvent SurvivalProject and plan leading up to an event.Reflect and evaluate after an event.Check your gauges! 2021-04-1913 min

Total Movie RecallTMR 064 – The Neverending Story This week on Total Movie Recall, we learn that while some stories never end, mothers do, and that’s the beginning of how a serial killer is made in this unflinching look inside the mind of one disturbed little boy. Hang in there with us, listen to this, and watch it again and try to tell us you didn’t witness a psychotic break as this poor boy retreats inside the dark fantasies of his mind. The Neverending Story (1984) d. Wolfgang Petersen w. Wolfgang Petersen, Herman Weigel Music by Giorgi...2021-04-181h 44

Poitras PonderingsMosquitos, Snakes, and FrogsSwat the mosquito!Kill the snake.Eat the frog 2021-04-1409 min

Poitras PonderingsThree Categories of Life ExperiencesWe all have at least three categories of experiences in life. There are things we store away. Others we give away. And, unfortunately, still others we need to throw away. 2021-04-0614 min

Poitras PonderingsEpic Easter FailureListen to the story of Peter at Easter! 2021-03-3007 min

Poitras PonderingsA Word at a Safe TimeTips on the power of unity and caution against "Body" bashing.2021-03-2320 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Old NormalA year ago was our final week of normal. We've learned many things through the past year. We certainly got much better at Zoom meetings, online streaming, and wearing masks. This episode reveals a little tip on decision-making gained through experience. 2021-03-1607 min

Poitras PonderingsCalling, Passion, and PositionThis episode looks at the differences between a calling, passion, and position. 2021-03-0912 min

Poitras PonderingsNoted But Not NoticedSometimes we suffer from identity in crisis.We have a quest for identity. To be identified for what we do and who we are.We want to be remembered.Step in from offstage: Simon of Cyrene. Noted in three of the four Gospels. No matter which account you read they basically say the same thing.But don’t mention all that much, really.Why mention him at all?Maybe to teach a little about remaining anonymous. He isn’t special.He...2021-03-0213 min

The Faith ProspectJames Poitras InterviewI had the pleasure to sit down with the Director of Education for Global Missions and hear his story of conversion, ministry, and life on the mission field. 2021-02-2452 min

Poitras PonderingsFind Yourself an Encourager!Life is too uncertain, the battle too strong, and situations too stormy, to journey through it without an encourager or two or more! This podcast episode looks at the biblical character of Barnabas and the host's personal experience and the recent loss of two amazing encouragers in his life, and the lives of others, Sister Ella Rhoads, and Sister Evangeline Rodenbush. Both of these precious ladies leave behind so many memories and a godly example worthy of emulation. Sister Evangeline Rodenbush's celebration of life is happening the same day as the release of this podcast...2021-02-2310 min

Poitras PonderingsThomas, My TwinThomas was referred to as Didymus or called "the twin." He is considered skeptical and has been nicknamed Doubting Thomas. Yet, he wasn't the only one to ever doubt Jesus or His resurrection. His name only appears eight times in Scripture and four of those only in lists. Out of great doubt concerning the resurrection came great revelation.Could we be considered a twin to Thomas in our viewpoint and perspective? Probably so, but also remember that Thomas was committed, courageous, loyal, passionate, and chosen. 2021-02-1613 min

Poitras PonderingsTraveling the Roman Road of Global EvangelismDoes it take an audio voice, a lightning bolt, or a crash of thunder to hear the voice of God? Are we deaf by choice? Scriptures on the Roman Road will lead you into global evangelism.2021-02-0914 min

Poitras PonderingsPrayer Points by AlliterationFather (thankful for who He is) FaithFamilyFriends (including those I mentor)Fellowship (my church, close churches, our pastoral family)Food (Provision, the Word of God)Flow (of the Spirit)Fruit of the Spirit/Gifts of the SpiritFuture (events coming up)Fight (Spiritual Warfare, Whole Armor of God) 2021-02-0216 min

Poitras PonderingsMoving Your Plan or Proposal to ApprovalGot a vision, plan, proposal, what next? How do you move things from your head, lips, hands to approval by your leadership and acceptance by others? Poitras provides ten possibilities or pointers.2021-01-2609 min

Poitras PonderingsHearing the Voice of GodWe flip the script this week as our guest, Dan MacLeod, shares nuggets of wisdom and guidelines on hearing the Voice of God. He identifies the principle of spiritual patterns provided in God's Word. There is a pattern that God uses to speak to us.Complexities of ministry require us to be able, with clarity, to discern the voice of God at times of great distraction. 2021-01-1929 min

Poitras PonderingsThe VoiceThis is the last installment for the next while in the "I Have a Story Series." We often get fearful of witnessing, feeling we are responsible for conversions. That is God's work. Count conversations, not conversions. Give your voice over as an active witness of the Lord's goodness in your life. Water it with prayer. Leave the results to God! 2021-01-1212 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Gate of the YearThe first episode of the year!2021-01-0509 min

Poitras PonderingsChristmas Requirements from JesusThe Innkeeper in the Christmas story often gets a bad rap. But, that shouldn't be the case. He gave the best he had to give.Jesus never requires more of us than we are able to give! 2020-12-2211 min

Poitras PonderingsTop Book Recommendations this Season--Part TwoHere is the remainder of the great books mentioned by the host.Living out of the Overflow (Richard Blackaby)Together is Better (Simon Sinek)Good to Great in God's Eyes (Chip Ingram) 10 Power Principles for Christian Service (Warren Wiersbe)The Bumps are what You Climb On (Warren Wiersbe) 2020-12-1420 min

Poitras PonderingsTop Book Recommendations this Season--Part OneYou've heard it said, "Leaders are readers." In this episode the host tells of his top five books recommended this season.The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Barbara Robinson)Shofar Blew (Francine Rivers)Tale of Three Kings (Gene Edwards)Preaching with Freshness (Bruce Mawhinney)The Mind of a Missionary (David Joannes) 2020-12-0830 min

Poitras Ponderings2020, Best Year EverHost Jim Poitras started 2020 believing it would be the best year ever. Guess what? It was! Each day we wake knowing this is the day the Lord has made. Days turn into weeks. Weeks into months. a Year is an accumulation of the individual days the Lord has made. Not all are good. Not all are bad. But, mixed together we are able to count our many blessings and be content."Content" and "contentment" are keys words in this podcast episode. 2020-12-0114 min

Poitras PonderingsBeing the Hands and Feet of Jesus in CompassionTwo hurricanes right on top of each other swept through Central America leaving unbelievable damage. CSi has been working to assist the Philippines after the typhoons there. Now they are attempting to rally support for Central America and have already given some funds. Mike explains how creatives can become helpful in missions and talks to us about unorthodox trails. One can give through http://www.compassionservices.org/There you can give to Central America or to the Philippines. If interested in specifically giving to Guatemala:Giving can...2020-11-2251 min

Poitras PonderingsInformation PleaseThis week Linda reads for us "Information Please." This is an impacting, heartwarming story from Chicken Soup for the Soul. A small act of kindness, or a short word of encouragement, could very well impact a life for a lifetime.Like is said,, "to the world you may be one person but to one person you may very well be the world." 2020-11-1710 min

IBC PodcastConference: Becoming a Servant of This Gospel (James Poitras)Rev. James Poitras, Director of Education/Short-Term Missions at the UPCI, is committed to motivating and offering pathways into the global harvest.We are so grateful for his being with us again, for the 7th year in a row, at Indiana Bible College Missions Conference. Bro. Poitras is an excellent communicator and this message is one you need to hear.To learn more about AIM and Next Steps, visit: https://www.globalmissions.com/resources/aim-and-next-step-applications.aspx 2020-11-1251 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Sermon I Never ForgotSometimes a sermon and its illustrations crawl through an open window to your heart and takes up residence in your soul. It becomes the sermon you never forget. 2020-11-1012 min

Poitras PonderingsWorld's Greatest Sermon ForgetterI have this theory. All sermons work together, the good ones and the not so good ones, to craft me into who I am and direct me to who I ought to be. 2020-11-0316 min

Poitras PonderingsRoadmaps, GPS, and InstructionsHere's the roadmap. The purpose of the Poitras Ponderings Podcast is to provide encouragement, edification, and exhortation to all of us on the Christian journey in whatever stage or role we find ourselves in on the trip.a. So, if you are wondering what I’m up to, or aiming at, that’s it! I know it’s broad but I’m not a very good archer so I need a big target for ultimate success.b. Everyone likes to start out on a trip knowing the destination and the stopping places along the way.c. Othe...2020-10-2728 min

Poitras PonderingsPoitras Prayer PointersWant to spice up your prayer life a bit? Host, James Poitras, gives some pointers in this episode. Have a prayer partner, prayer time, and prayer place. Try:Praying the WordPrayer Walk (in the Sanctuary)Prayer JournalPrayer ProclamationsPlaylist PrayersPrayer Texts, E-mails, CardsOn-the-spot Prayers 2020-10-1923 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Pastor with the Blue Broom and White DustpanOctober is Pastor's Appreciation Month. Everyone needs the voice of a godly pastor in their lives. I’m thankful for the near perfect pastor God has given me. Not only is he a fantastic, fabulous preacher, he's not afraid to set an example and is willing to do anything to move the church forward. He has a broom and a dust pan in one hand, a Bible and a microphone in the other.Do something to appreciate your pastor today. You will be glad you did. And so will he or she. In fact, they may just pr...2020-10-1228 min

Poitras PonderingsGrab Some SOAP and GAIN!Hermeneutics Made Simple. Herman who? Herman what? Every Bible reader is a Bible interpreter. We process God's Word into our lives through observation and application. This podcast episode presents the SOAP Bible Study Method. So simple. So applicable. So sustainable. Scripture (what verse sticks out to you). Observation (what do do you think about the verse?)Application (How do you apply the verse to your life?) Prayer (How can you pray concerning this, for yourself and for others?)Using Hebrews 11:33-35, Poitras does a quick study using the SOAP...2020-10-0616 min

Poitras PonderingsThe 80/20 FactorBased off the Pareto Principle we understand the law of the vital few, that in just about any church, twenty percent of the people do eighty percent of the work. How do you move people from the serve-us mindset to a service mentality; from being a spectator to a participator? That is the struggle for many of us in ministry leadership. This podcast episode not only poses the problem, but provides some answers on what can be done. 2020-09-2919 min

Poitras PonderingsA Personal Daily CommitmentDedication and devotion are the foundation of commitment. The Apostle Paul, Romans 12:1-2 encourages and begs us to present ourselves as living sacrifices. How do I know the will of God for my life?1. Present myself as a living sacrifice2. Refuse to be conformed to this world.3. Allow myself to be transformed by the renewing of my mind4. This allows me to prove the good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God The biggest competition to do the will of God is a four letter word: L.I.F.E. “Twenty...2020-09-2114 min

Poitras PonderingsMiracles in MissionsHost Linda Poitras reaches back into the recesses of memory and unfolds for us some Miracles in Missions she experienced through twenty-nine years of missionary experience in Africa. Despite unsettling circumstance God was the shield, protector, and provider. 2020-09-1527 min

Poitras PonderingsBetter TogetherGreat tidbits with host, Jim Poitras. Stuff like "Right decisions done repeatedly over time compound success." "God has not called us to compete with one another but to complete one another." And the foundational premise for this episode: "I want to be better today than I was yesterday." 2020-09-0816 min

Poitras PonderingsStronger TogetherJim and Linda journey into their past and nostalgically recall how they ended up as Rev. and Sis. Jim Poitras. It's a God-orchestrated story that unfolds thousands of miles away from home, in a populous Nigerian village. They were working individually for the Lord, and found they could be stronger together. Snail mail, motorbikes, apostolic greetings, prayer, and fasting help tell the story.The bottom line: Seek first the kingdom. Get the priorities right and all that is needed is added. So, just keep your head on straight. God's best is on the...2020-08-3135 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Availability FactorEnjoy the story of the call of our speaker this week, Linda Poitras. Willingness. Availability. Yes. Banquet date gets a rain-check. Praying meeting in the ladies' restroom. Alaska. Little church and the spot where she heard God's direction. That's great because she had an amazing journey. Unusual. Sometimes uncharted and many times, unknown. All night on a bench in the airport. Watched over by a doctor from India/ No phone. No telegram. Just elbows to get on the plane the next day. Taxi down a dirt road. Where is this guy taking me? Only a...2020-08-2419 min

Poitras PonderingsLife Verses for Life MattersHost Jim Poitras is out-classed this week with the appearance of a very special guest as he discusses life verses, life, priorities, and life matters. You'll enjoy this podcast episode. It was a lot of fun.2020-08-1729 min

Poitras PonderingsPersonal Promises on Your CalendarThis is a bonus everyone. It goes along with the Personal Promises episode. I've been praying and texting this morning. Several friends are going through the fire and need encouragement. I hope this bonus episode will give that little nudge today. 2020-08-1606 min

IBC PodcastMinistry and Mentorship with James PoitrasThere are few people with the kind of insight into ministry and mentorship like Rev. James Poitras, Director of Education/Short-Term Missions at the UPCI. He shares some excellent insight in this interview and shares how you can connect your gifting, calling, and life to the global harvest through the upcoming Global CoNEXTions Conference happening October 15-17.Learn more and register for this amazing, free, online conference at: http://www.globalconnextions.org/. The theme of this conference is Multiply God's Kingdom, Multiply Your Life. Register at: http://gcxw2020.eventbrite.com/.To le...2020-08-1342 min

Poitras PonderingsPersonal PromisesIt's a perfect time to reclaim a few of the 7,487 promises in God's Word for us; some conditional, some unconditional, some both! 2020-08-1118 min

Poitras PonderingsHow's Your Sprint?It's easy to get frustrated by the fast-changing and fluid environment that we are part of. It impacts every area of our lives: personal, spiritual, social, and even our work lives. It plunges us to unprecedented levels of flexibility and frustration. It's so difficult to set goals during the pandemic. Have you ever tried sprint goals?Run the full speed at the short distance. "Sprint goals" entail a set period of time, typically two to four weeks, which specific tasks must be completed. It really works! 2020-08-0409 min

Poitras PonderingsPausing and Pondering the Word!Host Jim Poitras gleans nuggets from the Chronicles. 2020-07-2808 min

Poitras PonderingsHow's Your Eternity Garden Growing?Host Jim Poitras reflects and speaks from his heart concerning personal spiritual growth. Since God has planted eternity in our hearts, he asks "How is your eternity garden growing?" 2020-07-2115 min

Poitras PonderingsHumanity and SpiritualityThis episode with co-host, Melinda Poitras, and special guest Barron Longstreth, lead pastor of The Church Today, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is especially geared to those in ministry endeavoring to find the rhythm or reality between humanity and spirituality. It is filled with nuggets, some of which, I've already incorporated into my preaching, teaching, and personal life. 2020-07-1334 min

Poitras PonderingsEmotional Spiral and What To Do About ItThis week we flip the script with a discussion led by Cylinda Nickel, the Executive Director of Compassion Services International, Melinda Poitras, Secretary of MK Ministries, co-host of the Poitras Ponderings Podcast, and author and host of "He Said, She Said" podcast, along with Candra Poitras Fiorini, a licensed professional counselor. The discussion is based on tidbits learned from Living in the Overflow, a highly recommended book written by Richard Blackaby. The trio looks at the spiritual life of Elijah, his showdown and spiraling to emotional, physical, spiritual, distress. Candra gives excellent tips on how...2020-07-0729 min

Poitras PonderingsThe Team's Culture CodeJim Poitras is joined by son-in-law, Zach Fiorini to discuss the effective team's culture code. We are safe.We are close.We share a common future.2020-06-2934 min

Poitras PonderingsStages. Shifts. SeasonsWe all go through stage, shifts, and seasons of ministry. This episode provides an overview through multi-generational perspectives. 2020-06-2250 min

Poitras PonderingsA Kintsugi ParableAngie Clark, the author of A Kintsugi Parable, and Cori Smith, Youth President of Washington State join me in this interview. "Kintsugi, a Japenese traditional method of pottery repair, offers a unique way to examine the reality of brokenness in the life of a believer." 2020-06-1531 min

Poitras PonderingsGod Encounters Waiting on You!Cylinda shares experiences of how God was at work, through people, through God, building a medical support system, while she was in a coma for two and one half months. Cylinda amazingly was very active in the coma and so was everyone around her. An active imagination? God at work? Both? You decide! Remember, though, God has the final say. Approach this with an open mind and heart. She is now the Executive Director of Compassion Services International. We are called to GO in one form or another. Here is the contact information: 2020-06-0834 min

Poitras PonderingsInterviewing a MiracleCylinda Nickel encountered a brain aneurysm in late 2017. This interview charts her miracle story and recovery. She spent over two months in an induced coma. The Waymaker saw her through as praying people interceded in every corner of the globe. It was a profound riveting joy to interview a miracle. 2020-06-0132 min

Poitras PonderingsShut in with God, the Birds, and the WindSometimes God speaks in the wind. Other times He speaks through the voice of the birds. Other times He speaks when you are shut in with Him, away from all the distractions. Climb out the rut. Escape the freeway of the rat race. Pull up a lawn chair and be shut in with the One that often speaks with the still, small voice. Can you hear him? Above the wind! Above the sound of the birds. He is speaking. Will you listen? 2020-05-2910 min

Poitras PonderingsUnprecedentedThis episode looks at the present pandemic and a word emerging from it: "unprecedented." Solomon stated in Ecclesiastes that there is nothing new under the sun. True? False? Let's take a closer look!2020-05-2516 min

Poitras PonderingsSix Podcasting ProfessionalsPause. Ponder. Project as we look at six podcasting professionals behind the Poitras Pondering podcast. They are who, where, what, when, why, and how. We are also joined by our co-host Melinda Poitras for her first time. You'll enjoy this! I promise! 2020-05-1819 min

Poitras PonderingsWave WalkerIn the midst of the storm may very well be the best time to step out of your comfort zone, follow the Lord's instructions, and become a Wave Walker. 2020-05-1117 min

Poitras PonderingsIntroductionWelcome to Poitras Ponderings podcast where we pause, ponder, and project. We are off on a journey of becoming the best version of ourselves we can possibly be. Thanks for joining on the trip. Fasten your seat-belts. It's the journey of a lifetime. 2020-05-0415 min

IBC PodcastInterview with Linda PoitrasHow do you know the voice of God? How do you know where and when God is calling you? In this Interview, Sis. Linda Poitras shares a wealth of wisdom and insight into how to navigate a life pursuing the voice of God.Sis. Linda Poitras has been part of the UPCI Missionary family for over 30 years. Her and her husband, Rev. James Poitras were missionaries in West Africa for nearly 30 years before returning to the United States to work as the Director of Education and Short-Term Missions at the UPCI Headquarters near St. Louis, M...2020-02-2729 min

Just Something To Think AboutThe Essentiality of TeachingPeople will only accept what they can understand. That's why Jesus commanded His disciples to TEACH! This podcast is dedicated to explaining the essential components of teaching the Bible. Host, Rick Lovall, has taught hundreds of Bible studies and loves to help others develop their ability to teach. SHOW REFERENCE: "How Do You Measure Up To The Word of God?" by James Poitras - LINK: https://www.gatsonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/HowDoYouMeasureUp.pdf Rick Lovall - Contact Info: ricklovall@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The e...2020-02-2524 min

IBC PodcastInterview with the BensonsThis past semester we had a tremendous #IBCMissionsConference19. Our guests included Rev. James Poitras and Missionaries to Benin and the Central African Republic, Rev. Michael and Danan Benson.While here, the Bensons were kind enough to sit down with Rev. Chris Henderson to share the story about their lives. We know you'll enjoy hearing the Benson's story about how God drew them into the ministry. 2020-01-0932 min

IBC PodcastConference: Reaching the Uncountable Number (James Poitras)Each year, Indiana Bible College hosts a Missions Conference. This year IBC Missions Conference 2019 (#IBCMissionsConference19) welcomes Rev. James and Linda Poitras (again), the Director of Education and Short-Term Missions for Global Missions at the UPCI Global Headquarters and Rev. Michael and Danan Benson, appointed missionaries to Benin and CAR.In this episode, Rev. Poitras preaches a message called, "Reaching the Uncountable Number." 2019-11-1451 min

The BortsThe Top 5 Players In The NBA Right Now with Carmen ChristopherLeBron James? Kevin Durant? Kawhi Leonard? Etc.? Who are the best 5 basketball players in the National Basketball Association right now as of this moment? THAT is the question The Borts answer this week with our ultra funny guest, Carmen Christopher. Carmen is a Chicago Bulls fan who loves Michael Jordan and hates the Warriors but in the cool understandable way where Ashley could still have a nice conversation with him about it. He and The Borts put down, definitively and on the record, who they think the best 5 NBA players are at this moment as well as t...2019-05-071h 24

IBC PodcastConference: The Microcosm of Global Revival (James Poitras)Bro. James Poitras and his wife Sis. Linda Poitras were long-time missionaries in West Africa. Today, they serve as Director of Education/Short-Term Missions at Global Missions. Bro. James Poitras preaches during Tuesday chapel of IBC Missions Conference 2018 (#IBCMissionsConference18). In this sermon, Bro. Poitras shares the roots of the modern Pentecostal revival which began in a bible college environment and illuminates the role bible colleges play in furthering future revival. Social Media Want to leave us feedback about this episode on social media? Use #IBCMissionsConference18 and #IBCPodcast in your...2018-11-2942 min

IBC PodcastInterview with James PoitrasBrother James Poitras Director of Education/AIM at UPCI was with us for Missions Conference 2017. He preached to us and then sat with us to give this interview with Missions Club Secretary, Jessica Sully. 2017-11-3040 min

IBC PodcastConference: The Next Right Step (James Poitras)Bro. James Poitras, Director of Education and AIM preaches, "The Next Right Step," at Indiana Bible College's 2017 Missions Conference. 2017-11-2837 min

Talkhouse PodcastLaura Poitras with James MarshOn this week's episode of the Talkhouse Film podcast, James Marsh — the Oscar-winning director of Man on Wire and a regular Talkhouse Film contributor — sits down with Laura Poitras to discuss her gripping and revelatory Edward Snowden doc, CITIZENFOUR. For more filmmakers talking film and TV, visit Talkhouse Film at talkhouse.com/film.2014-10-3138 min