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Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#24: Before You Go: Men's Episode - Matt Bennett & Josh BowmanThe missionary road is hard—this resource will help prepare you.In this episode of Missions Life, we talk with two seasoned missions practitioners and professors—Matt Bennett and Josh Bowman—about their book, Before You Go: Wisdom from 10 Men on Serving Internationally. Whether you're preparing to head overseas, mentoring others who are, or serving in a sending church, this conversation is packed with real-world insights, hard-won lessons, and biblical wisdom for the journey ahead.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ Misconceptions about missions...2025-07-011h 15

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#25: Before You Go: Women’s Episode- Emily Bennett & Amy BowmanIn this episode, we talk with authors and veteran missionaries Emily Bennett and Amy Bowman about their devotional Before You Go, written by women, for women preparing to serve cross-culturally.With warmth and transparency, they share the heart behind the book and how God used the stories of ten women to minister to others walking the same path. Whether you're preparing to go, already serving, or walking alongside someone who is, this conversation offers wisdom, clarity, and encouragement for the journey.We also talk about the vital conversations couples and families should have before stepping...2025-07-0141 min

The Richard Blackaby Leadership PodcastA Conversation with Kyle Farran Kyle Farran has served in global ministry since 2007, with cross-cultural leadership experience in South Africa, Tanzania, and now Portugal. He and his wife, Heather, have three daughters—one married, one in university, and one still at home. Kyle currently serves as the Western Europe Regional Director for ABWE, where he leads and equips teams across multiple countries. He is also the author of Overflowing: Ministry and Missions That Flow From the Heart, a book that explores the vital connection between inner life and outward impact in ministry. A passionate mento...2025-06-2444 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#23: The Unseen Struggles on Teams: Recognizing Small Traumas- Elizabeth SmithWhat if the greatest threats to your team’s health aren’t the obvious ones?In this episode with Elizabeth Smith, we talk about the often-overlooked impact of small traumas—the subtle, cumulative wounds that can quietly fracture trust and unity on a missions team.✅ What “small traumas” are and why they matter in a missions context✅ Real examples of how trauma can show up in leadership or daily team life without being recognized✅ How unresolved pain shapes team dynamics, communication, and spiritual health✅ Signs your team may be impacted by unspok...2025-06-0341 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#22: The Heart of Spiritual Leadership- Richard BlackabyToday on the podcast, we have with us Richard Blackaby. Richard is the president of Blackaby Ministries International and the eldest son of Henry and Marilynn Blackaby. He holds a Ph.D. in church history from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and has served as both a senior pastor and seminary president. Richard speaks internationally on topics such as spiritual leadership, experiencing God, revival, and God in the marketplace. He regularly works with Christian CEOs of Fortune 500 companies and hosts The Richard Blackaby Leadership Podcast. He and his wife Lisa live in Atlanta, and they are blessed with three children...2025-05-061h 07

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#21: Character: Why God Uses Some People More Than Others- Kyle FarranBased on the book Overflowing: Ministry and Missions That Flow From the HeartTopics: Spiritual Growth • Leadership Development • Missions • Christian Character • Heart TransformationIn this episode, we talk about one of the most important—and often overlooked—questions in ministry and missions:Why does God use some people more than others?Drawing from the first chapter of Overflowing: Ministry and Missions That Flow From the Heart, we explore what sets certain individuals apart in God's plan—not in talent, platform, or p...2025-04-1533 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#20: Building Resilience: How to Strengthen and Sustain Your Ministry and Leadership– Tod BolsingerResilient leadership isn’t about toughness—it’s about strength, flexibility, and endurance.In this episode, we sit down with Tod Bolsinger, author of Tempered Resilience and How Not to Waste a Crisis, to discuss what it really takes to lead through challenges without burning out.Leadership is hard. How do leaders survive the pressure, setbacks, and stress of leading change? In This Episode, We Cover:✅ What it means to be “tempered” as a leader – strong yet flexible✅ Why resilience is built through stress, not comfort✅ How missionaries c...2025-04-0155 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#19: Practical Steps to Start Gospel Conversations- Kyle FarranStarting a gospel conversation can feel intimidating. How do you go from everyday small talk to talking about faith, Jesus, and the gospel?Most evangelism tools help us share the gospel once a conversation is already happening, but many of us struggle with how to start those conversations in the first place.In this episode, I share practical ways to connect with unbelievers and real-world strategies to naturally start gospel conversations without awkwardness.In This Episode We Cover:✅ How to build connections with un...2025-03-1220 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#18: The Humility We Need, The Pride We Must Leave Behind- Peg ForrestPride is one of the greatest dangers in ministry—so how do we recognize and root it out? In this episode of Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad, Heather sat down with Peg Forrest to discuss the vital role of humility in ministry and the hidden ways pride can creep in, especially for women in missions.Peg shares why humility is a non-negotiable, how unchecked pride can mirror the enemy, and the most common pride struggles women in ministry face. We also dive into practical ways to expose pride, cultivate genuine humility, an...2025-03-0457 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#17: Godly Grit: Building Strength, Resilience, and Grit for Life, Leadership, and Ministry - Kyle FarranIn this episode, we dive into how the right perspective on challenges can help you develop strength, resilience, and grit—essential qualities for anyone in missions and leadership.This is the podcast episode I wish I had before starting my journey in missions. If you're a missionary, leader, or someone navigating difficult seasons, you know that challenges can rob you of joy. A wrong mindset can drain your energy and motivation, but shifting your perspective can turn obstacles into opportunities for growth.Over the past few years, these life-changing insights have be...2025-02-1845 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#16: Transitions: When missionaries have to leave the field- Amy MedinaLeaving the mission field is one of the hardest transitions a missionary can face. In this episode, we talk with Amy Medina, who shares her personal experience of leaving Tanzania and transitioning back to life in the USA.Amy opens up about the challenges of re-entry, the unexpected emotions that come with it, and how God has encouraged her family through the process. We also discuss practical steps for reintegration, managing relationships with supporters, and finding a sense of belonging after years overseas. Whether you’re preparing for transition or supporting missionaries through it, th...2025-02-0456 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#15: Exploring Expectations and Burnout- Steph BoonBurnout is real—but it doesn’t have to define your ministry.In this episode of Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad, we sit down with Steph Boon, a missionary in Tanzania, counselor, and PhD psychology student specializing in burnout recovery and prevention.Together, we dive into the hidden role of expectations in ministry burnout and explore practical ways to protect your heart, mind, and calling. Whether you’re a missionary, ministry leader, or someone feeling weary in your calling, this conversation offers powerful insights and real-world strate...2025-01-071h 08

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#14: Practical Skills for Resolving Conflict- Ken Sande and Rich DouglassConflict is an unavoidable part of life and ministry, but it doesn’t have to derail relationships or teams. In this episode, we sit down with Ken Sande, author of The Peacemaker, and Rich Douglass to explore practical skills for resolving conflict—especially in the high-stakes environment of missions.With 50% of missionaries leaving the field during their first term—many due to preventable team conflict—learning to navigate disagreements biblically and effectively is essential. Ken and Rich share proven principles that help missionaries and leaders become true peacemakers, so they can focus on gospel ministry without unnecess...2024-12-021h 14

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#13. Tips and Life Lessons from 8 Furloughs- Kyle & Heather FarranFurlough is a unique season—filled with challenges, transitions, and opportunities. After eight furloughs over 17 years, we’ve learned valuable lessons about how to navigate this time well while balancing ministry, family, and personal health.In this episode, we share practical strategies for managing expectations, setting boundaries, and making the most of your furlough. We cover how the role of furlough has changed, the biggest challenges missionaries face, and how to structure your time to avoid burnout while still being effective in ministry.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ The purpose of furlough and how it has change...2024-11-111h 05

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#12. How To Prepare For Difficulties In Missions- Brooks BuserMissions is hard—but being prepared can help you endure.In this episode of Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad, we sit down with Brooks Buser, a seasoned missionary and president of Radius International, to discuss how to prepare for the challenges of missions.Whether you're a future missionary, current missionary, or someone supporting missions, this episode will equip you with practical wisdom, biblical encouragement, and real-world strategies to navigate the hardships of cross-cultural ministry.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:✅...2024-10-2157 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#11: Preparing MKs for College and Life - Brian & Dianna NesterThe transition from life overseas to college in the U.S. can be a major adjustment for MKs (Missionary Kids). How can parents help their children navigate this transition well and prepare them for success in college and beyond?In this episode, we talk with Brian & Dianna Nester about the unique challenges MKs face when leaving their host country, the advantages they bring, and what it looks like when an MK thrives in college. We also dive into practical steps parents can take—both during high school and as they transition back to the U.S.—to set their ki...2024-10-071h 08

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#10. Building Healthy Missionary Teams- Rick HicksWhat makes a missionary team healthy—and what can leaders do when things go wrong?In this episode, we sit down with Rick Hicks, an experienced missions leader with a passion for team health, to explore the essentials of building strong, unified missionary teams.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ Why team health matters so much in cross-cultural ministry✅ The root causes of team dysfunction✅ Practical strategies for promoting unity and trust✅ How to navigate conflict resolution on the field✅ Advice for t...2024-09-2351 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#9. Leadership in Missions: The Art of Delegation- Hans FinzelWhy do so many leaders struggle with delegation—and how can we do it well?In this episode, leadership expert and bestselling author Hans Finzel joins Kyle & Heather to explore one of the most essential (and often neglected) skills in missions leadership: delegation.From biblical examples to practical strategies, Hans unpacks how delegation isn't just a task—it’s a mindset that empowers others and multiplies ministry impact. This conversation is especially helpful for missionaries, ministry leaders, and faith-based workers seeking to grow in leadership and build healthy, sustainable teams...2024-09-0955 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#8. Ministry and Missions That Overflow From the Heart- Kyle FarranWhat if your greatest ministry impact came not from working harder—but from being filled first?In this episode, Heather interviews Kyle about prioritizing our hearts in ministry and missions. Kyle wrote Overflowing: Ministry and Missions That Flow From The Heart after 10 years of journalling on how we must prioritize our heart. God wants worshipers who work, not workers who worship. There is a vast difference between the two.Kyle shares his personal journey, exploring how character, connection with God, and spiritual vitality must come before effectiveness. Th...2024-08-1641 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#7: From Pastor to President: What do you more deeply understand now about missions? - Paul & Martha DavisWhat happens when a pastor becomes the president of a global missions agency? How does it change the way they see missions—and the people serving on the field?Join us for a great conversation with Paul and Martha Davis. God has given them a unique perspective in transitioning from pastoral ministry to ABWE president. They share actionable tips for missionaries wanting to connect better with churches and for churches/missions committees wanting to understand missionaries better. Paul and Martha reflect on what they’ve learned about missions, missionary life, and the local church sinc...2024-08-051h 09

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#6. Lead. Develop. Care. - Terry CookWhat if your leadership success wasn’t about doing more—but focusing on what matters most?In this episode, we dive into the powerful framework from the book Lead. Develop. Care., a refreshing approach to leadership that cuts through the noise of tactics and trends to focus on the heart of leadership.Rather than chasing the latest leadership hacks, this model centers on what every leader is actually called to do: lead with clarity, develop others with intentionality, and care with Christlike compassion. Whether you're serving in missions, church lead...2024-07-221h 14

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#5. Getting to the Mission Field: What does it take?- Rob & Sherry HagertyWhy do some missionaries make it to the field—and others never do? What does it really take to get there?In this episode, we talk with Rob and Sherry Hagerty, who serve in missionary mobilization and training, about what it takes to successfully navigate the season of pre-field ministry—the crucial time of preparation before launching overseas.They unpack the real challenges and overlooked blessings of support raising, partner development, personal readiness, and the essential role of sending churches. Whether you’re preparing for missions or walking alongside someon...2024-07-081h 11

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#4. Coaching in Ministry - Dr. Keith WebbWhat if the best way to lead, disciple, and develop others isn’t through giving answers—but asking powerful questions?In this episode, we talk with Dr. Keith Webb, creator of The COACH Model® and a global leader in Christian coaching. We explore how coaching can transform the way we lead, mentor, parent, and serve others in ministry.Whether you’re a missions leader, pastor, parent, or teammate, this conversation will help you understand the power of coaching skills—and how to begin using them right away to support growth, o...2024-06-241h 18

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#3. How to Understand and Empower MK’s - Elizabeth SmithHow can we better support missionary kids—and help them thrive emotionally, spiritually, and relationally?In this episode, we talk with Elizabeth Smith about the unique journey of missionary kids (MKs) and third culture kids (TCKs). Elizabeth shares wisdom from her own ministry experience and offers practical insight from the field of TCK care, grief processing, and emotional resilience.Whether you’re a missionary parent, team leader, or part of a sending church, this episode will equip you to better understand the MKs and TCKs in your life—and empowe...2024-06-1050 min

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#2. Singles in Missions: Trials, Triumph, and How to Thrive - Mandi Vermilyea & Stephanie M. KozickWhat’s it really like to serve in missions as a single person—and how can churches and teammates support singles better?In this episode, we talk with Mandi Vermilyea and Stephanie M. Kozick, two single missionaries who share candidly about the joys, challenges, and victories of serving God as single missionaries. This honest and grace-filled conversation explores what helps singles thrive on the mission field—and how married teammates, churches, and leaders can better understand and support them.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ Unique joys and opportun...2024-05-271h 05

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry Abroad#1: Healthy Marriages in Ministry - Jerry & Char PelfreyHow can married couples thrive in ministry—not just survive?In this very first episode of Missions Life, we talk with Jerry and Char Pelfrey, longtime pastor and ministry leaders, about what it takes to build and maintain a healthy marriage while serving in full-time ministry. From lessons learned to practical habits, they share honest encouragement for couples serving together on the field.Whether you're newly married or have decades of ministry behind you, this episode is filled with wisdom, grace, and practical advice to help your marriage thrive....2024-05-271h 08

Missions Life: Navigating Life, Leadership, and Ministry AbroadMeet the Farrans: Episode 0In this episode, we share a bit about our family and our missions journey.Show notes and links: https://www.kylefarran.com/missionslife/episode-0We want to hear from you!Have a question, story, or idea for a future episode?Send us a message at kfarran@abwe.org with the subject “Podcast” or connect with us on Instagram: @kyle.farranWhether it’s a challenge you’re facing, a topic you’re curious about, or just a quick note to say hi—we’d love...2024-05-1628 min

The Missions PodcastThe Life of the Missionary Wife: Heather Farran on Motherhood on the FieldHow can missionary wives balance the pressures of home, marriage, and children with the demands of ministry itself? And do wives have to be “called” to missions the same way their husbands do? Heather Farran, ABWE missionary and wife of Western Europe Regional Director Kyle Farran, shares her wisdom from raising three children in Tanzania and Portugal. Heather and Kyle have served with ABWE since 2007 and currently reside in Lisbon, ministering to the 100+ ABWE missionaries in Portugal, Spain, France, England, Ireland, Germany, Norway and Italy. Heather is an RN with her degree from Cedarville University. Support the Farr...2019-11-1842 min