Here at FBC Melbourne, we have a goal that we call “Launch 10x”. Our vision is to plant 10 churches, send out 100 missionaries, train 1,000 leaders, and make 10,000 disciples in the next 10 years. The purpose of the Mission Control podcast is to share stories from within our FBC Melbourne faith community of people who are living out this vision. Regardless of who you are, we all have a role to play. We are all involved in God’s story. We pray that the stories shared through Mission Control will encourage you to see how God is calling you to be used by Him!
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Here at FBC Melbourne, we have a goal that we call “Launch 10x”. Our vision is to plant 10 churches, send out 100 missionaries, train 1,000 leaders, and make 10,000 disciples in the next 10 years. The purpose of the Mission Control podcast is to share stories from within our FBC Melbourne faith community of people who are living out this vision. Regardless of who you are, we all have a role to play. We are all involved in God’s story. We pray that the stories shared through Mission Control will encourage you to see how God is calling you to be used by Him!
Bruce & Grace Snavely: Training Leaders and Spiritual Awakening in Africa
Mission Control
37 minutes 15 seconds
1 year ago
Bruce & Grace Snavely: Training Leaders and Spiritual Awakening in Africa
In this episode of the Mission Control Podcast, we are thrilled to host Bruce and Grace Snavely, founders of the Global Baptist Training Foundation, who share their extraordinary journey of faith and commitment to equipping pastoral leaders worldwide. Learn about their experiences training indigenous pastors in 24 African countries, the challenges faced post-Rwandan genocide, and their future plans to expand into the 1040 window. Listen as the Snavelys impart valuable insights on spiritual dependence, church planting, and making a lasting impact through obedience to God's call.
Episode Highlights:
- The founding and mission of the Global Baptist Training Foundation.
- An overview of the training program with GBTF
- Practical expressions of faith: a miraculous story of how a generator's fuel was provided through prayer.
- The cultural sensitivity and challenges of Western involvement in African ministries. - The growth and outcomes of the ministry: 405 church plants and over 6500 conversions in early 2024.
Resources Mentioned:
- “Is God Calling Me?” by Jeff Iorg - A must-read for those discerning God's call. https://shorturl.at/T4mWQ
- Discover Workshop at First Baptist Melbourne - A program to explore spiritual gifts and ministry passions. FBCMel.info
- Global Baptist Training Foundation (GBTF) Website - Further details on their programs and how to get involved. https://globaltrain.org
- Launch Pad Program at First Baptist Melbourne - For those interested in deeper mission involvement. launchme.church
Connect with Us:
- Visit our website at launchme.church
- Follow us on Facebook & Instagram at @FBCMel.
- Send us your thoughts and questions at info@fbcmel.org.
Support the Show:
- Share this episode with your friends and family who might be interested in international missions and faith journeys.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of Mission Control. Join us for more episodes as we explore more inspiring stories and dive deeper into the lives of individuals who are living out the mission God has for them.
Mission Control
Here at FBC Melbourne, we have a goal that we call “Launch 10x”. Our vision is to plant 10 churches, send out 100 missionaries, train 1,000 leaders, and make 10,000 disciples in the next 10 years. The purpose of the Mission Control podcast is to share stories from within our FBC Melbourne faith community of people who are living out this vision. Regardless of who you are, we all have a role to play. We are all involved in God’s story. We pray that the stories shared through Mission Control will encourage you to see how God is calling you to be used by Him!
