The liveloveministries Podcast

Christ: Our hope, Our Joy, our Identity... Despite Our Circumstances

Eric and Josh recently sat down with four young leaders in Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Malawi. Listen in as these four share some of their refugee story, some of the struggles of life in the camp, but more importantly, how Christ is their hope and identity despite facing seemingly impossible circumstances. When asked, "What gives you hope?" All four answered with certainty... it is Christ. You will be encouraged and challenged by the faith of these young leaders!

Re-Release Part 2: 5 Things Missionaries Wish You Knew

Check out part 2 of the episode we originally released 5 years ago this week. We are no longer battling ministry during Covid but the message of this podcast still rings true today. If you have never heard it, give it a listen, or if you listened five years ago, listen again! We hope this helps churches be better senders and supporters and offers encouragement to missionaries serving on the field. 

Re-Release: 5 Things Missionaries Wish You Knew: Part 1 (5 Years Later)

We originally released this episode 5 years ago today, in the middle of Covid. So much has changed in past 5 years but the information & research in this podcast still rings true today. If you are a missionary, have sent missionaries, or currently support a missionary, please listen (or listen again)! 

Running For Your Life: Patrick’s Story

Imagine watching your friends disappear one by one, realizing you’re next, and then having to make the decision to run for your life and leave everything behind. Once Patrick’s family made this decision, it set them on a course that would change their lives forever. Listen as Patrick shares his story of resilience and hope. He also shares how Live Love Ministries is helping him live for Jesus despite the circumstances he is facing. 

Does Something Need to Change? Reflections on a Week in Cambodia

What are we doing with our life? Do we really believe Jesus is the hope of the world? Eric and Julia wrestle with these questions and more as they reflect on their week in Cambodia. Listen in and ask some of these questions yourself. Does something need to change?

Following Jesus Alone: How the Gospel Changes Lives, Families, & Villages

Can you imagine following Jesus alone? Not just theoretically, but actually alone? Can you imagine the persecution you would face when everyone you have ever known wants nothing to do with Jesus?  This episode is amazing! We promise you will be encouraged as you listen. Eric and Julia sit down with our friend Phorn Pon, a Cambodian pastor, as he shares his salvation story and the early days of following Jesus when no one else was. He also explains how God saved many people in has family, how a church was born, and a church planting movement began.

** The pastor doesn't speak English so this interview is done with the help of a translator...listen closely

The Final Countdown: Ella's Update

Ella is nearing the end of her time in Cambodia. On a recent trip, Eric and Julia were able to sit down with her and hear how she has grown, what God has taught her, and what she wishes everyone knew about her time there. She also shares the struggles and joys of serving cross-culturally. God has used this place to forever change her. Listen in, be encouraged, and learn from what God has taught her at a young age!

Searching for Refuge: Ruth's Story & The Live Love Ministries Center in Dzaleka

On our most recent trip to Malawi, Eric, along with Josh Hodges, sat down with Ruth, the center coordinator for Live Love Ministries in Dzaleka Refugee Camp. She shares her refugee story, the hope she has in Jesus, and the journey to the camp. She also shares how the Live Love Ministries Center in Dzaleka is providing a place of refuge for many people who have been forcibly displaced. Listen in as she shares.

Sharing Hope Through Education: Live Love Ministries Malawi

On a recent trip to Malawi, Eric was able to sit down with the Live Love Ministries School Director (Tio) and discuss the importance of education in Malawi. They also discuss the unique opportunity the schools give them to share the gospel with, disciple, and train young leaders. Josh Hodges is a guest host on this episode. Listen in as he shares some of his experience with Live Love Ministries Malawi. Also, listen to ways you can help us make a huge impact in the lives of young people in a country that desperately needs it!

I Didn't Know That: "Columbus Day" From a Different Perspective

Can you really discover land that is already inhabited? What was Christopher Columbus really like? How did he view indigenous people? Did he actually discover anything? Is it possible that many of the thing we have been taught were simply wrong or at best, whitewashed? Why should this matter for followers of Jesus? Listen in as we discuss a historical and cultural look at Columbus Day and how flawed our view can be. Be prepared to think, be challenged, and hopefully grow as we not only discuss this topic, but also discuss what it means to better love your neighbor.