Catch up with Bucky, Brooke, and Grace to hear about what God is doing in our ministry and in our personal lives. Each of us are in different life stages; engaged, married with a first kid, and married for 19 years with five kids - but all of us work in full-time missions. What is that like, and what is God teaching us? How can you be partner with us to take the gospel around the world? Then stick around for a new round of Bible Trivia!⭐️ Help us out: subscribe and review!🗺️ Go on a mission trip to share Jesus! https://internationalcommission.org/🗣️ Have a comment/question/idea? Connect with us on the socials:https://instagram.com/internationalcommissionhttps://www.facebook.com/internationalcommission

Road trip! Hop in the car with Bucky, Laura, and Shara as we drive through the mountains of Vermont and talk about how God is preparing the ground to see a great harvest for His Kingdom in New England. Buckle up to hear what we've observed about Vermont's culture, landscape, and climate — both physically and spiritually. Get a front seat view of what happens in local churches before IC brings a short-team team to partner with them in personal evangelism. Tune in to learn why we take teams to share the gospel cross-culturally and how those teams build upon the foundation of personal relationships built by church members to share the love and message of Christ with gentleness and respect. Keep all appendages inside the vehicle (especially since it's snowing and raining) as you hear the secret to IC's success in leading millions of people to Jesus every year. And grab a snack (do NOT spill it; this is a rental) and learn what to expect when you join the team to come to Vermont for real this fall! Go to Vermont in October: https://internationalcommission.org/opportunity/usa-nap-vermont-october-1018-2025  

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Going", which is the final training in a 5-part series entitled, "The 5 Habits of a World Christian". "Going" features special guest, Donnie Todd, who serves with the global mission mobilization ministry, Via. In this training you will learn: -What the Bible says about God's heart for the nations and a Christian's responsibility for going to them -Who is suppose to go? Is it every Christian, or only for those who are "called"? -Excuses and obstacles for going -Resources for better understanding God's heart for the nations For more information: www.vianations.org Explore study- www.vianations.org/resources

Ramadan is a special time of the year to talk about Jesus with Muslims. Do you know how? On this episode, Brooke and Bucky talk about how you can pray for Muslim people in your life and demonstrate really simple tools that can guide a conversation so that you can proclaim the gospel with confidence and kindness.⭐️ Help us out: subscribe and review!🗺️ Go on a mission trip to share Jesus! https://internationalcommission.org/🗣️ Have a comment/question/idea? Connect with us on the socials:https://instagram.com/internationalcommissionhttps://www.facebook.com/internationalcommission

So you want to go tell others about Jesus, but you're shy. Did you know that Introverts don't have a monopoly on that? Anyone can experience fear or anxiety, especially when it comes to evangelism. If you relate to that, we've got some encouragement and advice for you! On this episode, Brooke and Bucky discuss how to rely on God for courage instead of focusing on your own strengths or weaknesses and being motivated by the burden of the gospel rather than fear. Then, you'll hear about an exciting, exclusive opportunity to go with an IC team to a country in the Arabian Gulf!⭐️ Help us out: subscribe and review!🗺️ Go on a mission trip to share Jesus! https://internationalcommission.org/🗣️ Have a comment/question/idea? Connect with us on the socials:https://instagram.com/internationalcommissionhttps://www.facebook.com/internationalcommission

"I want to go on a mission trip, but I'm afraid..."- I won't be safe.- of talking to strangers.- I won't know what to say.- I could get lost- everything will be too different- I'll offend peopleIf that's you, this episode is for you! Bucky, Brooke, and Grace discuss how to overcome these fears, trust the Lord, and step into the joy of following Him into the nations. Then they play some more Bible trivia; can you do better than them? ⭐️ Help us out: subscribe and review! 🗺️ Go on a mission trip to share Jesus! https://internationalcommission.org/ 🗣️ Have a comment/question/idea? Connect with us on the socials: https://instagram.com/internationalcommission https://www.facebook.com/internationalcommission

So you want to go on a mission trip, but you have family commitments; kids to raise, aging parents to care for, church responsibilities, and the list goes on. How can you leave those behind for a week or two to go share the gospel, and is it okay if you just can't? On this episode, we discuss all of that and Bucky shares stories about evangelism with Muslims in an Arab country before we take on another round of Bible trivia!⭐️ Help us out: subscribe and review!🗺️ Go on a mission trip to share Jesus! https://internationalcommission.org/🗣️ Have a comment/question/idea? Connect with us on the socials:https://instagram.com/internationalcommissionhttps://www.facebook.com/internationalcommission

On this episode, we share our advice for raising money for a mission trip and tell stories about nearly getting lost forever in China, accidentally stuck at the Israeli-Jordanian border, or maybe murdered by mushroom hunters in Latvia. Sometimes crazy things happen when you make questionable decisions on a trip to share the gospel with strangers around the world. Make sure to listen for the magic words you should say to avoid situations like this when you travel.In the last segment, we play some "guess who" Bible trivia!⭐️ Help us out: subscribe and review!🗺️ Go on a mission trip to share Jesus! https://internationalcommission.org/🗣️ Have a comment/question/idea? Connect with us on the socials:https://instagram.com/internationalcommissionhttps://www.facebook.com/internationalcommission

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Sending", which is part 4 in a 5-part series entitled "The 5 Habits of a World Christian". "Sending" features special guest, Steve D., who serves with the global mission mobilization ministry, Via.   In this training you will learn: -What the Bible says about sending missionaries -Gain a biblical foundation for support raising -Practical steps for how to effectively send and support those in full-time ministry   For more information: www.vianations.org Explore study- www.vianations.org/resources Watch part 1 on "Welcoming"-   https://youtu.be/SGxP7XM4wRE?si=nxr6nyO1FdKYQ4dP Watch part 2 on "Mobilizing"-  https://youtu.be/bCZ6g59Ljb4?si=zToLD9NdHVYKn249 Watch part 3 on "Praying"- https://youtu.be/PN4Mf34wtRw?si=HXySkDzoWO_AD-ej

Have you ever felt like God has failed you? How do you respond when things don't go your way, disaster strikes, or prayers seem unanswered? How can you celebrate Christmas when life is depressing and your faith is challenged?   On this special episode, Brooke and Bucky have a candid discussion about finding peace, hope, and joy in the face of trials and tragedy.

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Praying", which is part 3 in a 5-part series entitled "The 5 Habits of a World Christian". "Praying" features special guest, Callie Bearden, who serves with the global mission mobilization ministry, Via.   In this training you will learn: -What the Bible says about prayer and prayer for the nations -Real-life examples of how prayer changes lives and ultimately, the world -Simple, practical steps of how and where to start with world prayer For more information: www.vianations.org Explore study- www.vianations.org/resources Pray for the world- www.operationworld.org Pray for unreached people groups- www.joshuaproject.net  Informative prayer videos- www.prayercast.com    Watch part 1 on "Welcoming"- https://internationalcommission.podbean.com/e/5-habits-of-a-world-christian-welcoming-ee-training/ Watch part 2 on "Mobilizing"- https://internationalcommission.podbean.com/e/5-habits-of-a-world-christian-mobilizing-ee-training

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Mobilizing", which is part 2 in a 5-part series entitled "The 5 Habits of a World Christian". "Mobilizing" features special guest, Robert Ewing, who serves with the global mission mobilization ministry, Via. In this training you will learn: -What a mobilizer is, what characteristics they embody, and what the bible says about it -Three steps to mobilizing others -The need and urgency of going to the nations -Next steps for taking action to become a mobilizer today! For more information: www.vianations.org Explore study- www.vianations.org/resources Pray for the world- www.operationworld.org Pray for unreached people groups- www.joshuaproject.net    Listen to part 1 on "Welcoming" here! https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-7nypz-17246db

What does Information Technology have to do with missions? Why are printers so terrible, but necessary? How can AI be used for the Kingdom of God? What happens when your plane diverts to Cancun or a blind demonized lady attacks a picture of Jesus and then tries to stab you with a rusty sickle? Listen in to meet IC's IT Director, Alex Wascomb, as he talks about all of this and more!

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Welcoming", which is part 1 in a new 5-part series entitled "The 5 Habits of a World Christian". "Welcoming" features special guest, Shelby Freitas, who serves with the global mission mobilization ministry, Via.   In this training you will learn: -What the bible says about foreigners and how we should respond. -Insights as to how reaching out to foreigners can lead to spiritual conversations. -Practical applications for serving, loving, and meeting the needs of internationals around you.   For more information: www.vianations.org

Grace and Bucky talk about the advantages and challenges of following Jesus and making disciples in the United States. Listen in to hear about how we each met Jesus and how we spend time with him each day (Grace likes to journal, Bucky uses apps). We discuss the pluses and minuses of the prevalence of churches, religious freedom, theological resources and education, Christian celebrity and influence, immigration, and money. Wrapping up the episode is a Cool Culture segment where we discuss our favorite things about living in America.

What is it like to be a ministry spouse? How do you raise mission-minded kids? Is it hard to raise support as a full-time missionary with a family of 7? What benefits come from living differently as missionaries in the USA? Bucky and his awesome wife, Kim, discuss all these things and more (like the weirdest meals they've had overseas) on this very special episode. Resources mentioned: - Window on the World book: https://www.amazon.com/Window-World-Operation-Resource-Resources/dp/0830857834 - Via Families: https://www.vianations.org/families - THUMB Prayer Cards: https://store.vianations.org/collections/family-mobilization/products/thumb-prayer-cards

International Commission's E&E Training presents "Tactics: How to Graciously Share your Christian Convictions" featuring Jonathan Noyse with Stand to Reason. Jonathan spent most of his life as an atheist strongly arguing against the existence of God. It wasn't until his late 20's when he examined the evidence for Christianity that he realized Jesus is who He says He is and he surrendered his life to Christ. Since then, Jon has had a passion for training other Christians how to think more clearly about what they believe and why, and how to communicate things of faith to people around them effectively. In this training you will learn: -What the two biblical roles are in leading someone to Christ. -The two most effective questions or "Tactics" you can use when you find yourself in the hot seat of a spiritual conversation. -How to respond to a difficult faith question you don't know the answer to. For more info: This training is based on the principles found in the book "Tactics: A Game Plan for Discussing Your Christian Convictions" by Gregory Koukl @STRvideos https://www.str.org/ https://internationalcommission.org/

What even happens before and after an IC mission trip? What goes on "behind the scenes" while one of our teams is on the field? On this episode, Laura (our Area Strategy Team VP) joins Alli and Bucky to explain how our AST develops new connections around the world and how churches prepare for evangelism partnerships. She also answers rapid-fire questions in a lightning round before we discuss the worst weather situations we've ever faced while on mission. Connect with us on the socials to ask questions and learn more:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/internationalcommission FB: https://www.facebook.com/internationalcommissionYT: https://www.youtube.com/@internationalcommission

Join us to learn how Chloe Baker led people to freedom in Christ in Zimbabwe on her first international trip, find out why Bucky throws things at kids around the world, and hear Alli share astounding results of IC's work; did you know that MILLIONS of people have heard and accepted the gospel this year?   Find out how you can be part of it all at https://internationalcommission.org/   Connect with us on the socials! https://www.instagram.com/internationalcommission https://www.facebook.com/internationalcommission  

According to Brooke's research, it is NOT okay to play music or dab in public in Saudi Arabia. But you can go there now because they have a tourist visa! Did you know that Laos is known as the "land of a million elephants"? Learn more about these countries on this episode's Cool Culture segment, then stick around to hear how growing up in one town (like Brooke) or moving between countries and continents as a Third Culture Kid (like Bucky) can affect your personality, perspective on the world, and approach to missions. Send us a message and keep up with missions stories and opportunities on the socials:IG & FB: @internationalcommisison