OneLink Podcast

S4:E1 - Founders’ Stories - Following God’s Call from College Students to Campus Ministers - Part 1

OneLink International was founded and developed by several key men, John, Bob, & Brett.  These are their stories woven together in God's story of sending students to the nations.

S3:E35 - What’s coming down the pipe?

Wrapping up Season 3 and looking ahead to what's coming in Season 4.

S3:E34 - How Can God Love the Nations When He’s Wiping Them Off the Face of the Earth - part 3

In this episode we talk with Peter and continue to look at how God's heart for the nations is woven into the entire tapestry of scripture. As we look at God's love of all nations in the Judges we are going to tackle a tough question: How can God love the nations when He's wiping some of them off the face of the earth?

S3:E33 - What does Seminary/Bible Training Look Like for the Deaf - part 3

In this last episode we will talk about what seminary training looks like for the deaf, how to help a deaf ministry grow, and more. Part 3 of 3

Deaf Bibles:
https://www.deafpathway.com/
https://deafbible.com/ 

Want to start learning ASL?  Here is a good Youtube playlist to get started. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6akqFwEeSphJ6rd50AtRBKNGracfavCi 

S3:E32 - How to Serve the Deaf in a God Honoring Way - part 2

During this interview we are going to talk about what its like being a CODA, how to serve the deaf in a God honoring way, how the deaf best learn the Bible, and more. Part 2 of 3

Deaf Bibles:
https://www.deafpathway.com/
https://deafbible.com/ 

Want to start learning ASL?  Here is a good Youtube playlist to get started. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6akqFwEeSphJ6rd50AtRBKNGracfavCi 

S3:E31 One of the Largest Unreached and Unengaged people groups in the world - the Deaf

Today, Tyler and Gary visit with James about reaching those who cannot physically hear the good news.  How do we reach them?  What do they need?  What can you do to engage the deaf community around you and around the world? Part 1 of 3

Deaf Bibles:
https://www.deafpathway.com/
https://deafbible.com/ 

Want to start learning ASL?  Here is a good Youtube playlist to get started. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL6akqFwEeSphJ6rd50AtRBKNGracfavCi 

S3:E30 God Builds a Nation to Reach the Nations - God’s Heart for the Nations - part 2

Today we examine God's continued pursuit of His name being glorified all over the world.  This episode covers from Abraham through entering into the promised land.

S3:E29 - Medical Work in a Thai Buddhists World

Today we talk with a Doctor who used his medical skills to work in Thailand among Buddhists. Listen as he shares insights into their worldview and how he worked among them.

S3:E28 - What do Buddhists Believe About Jesus?

What do Buddhists believe about Jesus and Christianity?  Are they open to listening?  What is the normal response?  How can you share with a Buddhist better?  These and more on part 2 of our talk about the basics of Buddhism.

S3:E27 - What do Buddhists Officially Believe?

In this episode we cover the basics of official Buddhist beliefs while contrasting and comparing what you may find when talking with a Buddhist. This is part 1 of our talk about the official basics of Buddhism.

S3:E26 - Buddhism 201 with Jack

We continue our series on working with Buddhists.  In the episode we continue our visit with Jack about those who specifically follow Tibetan Buddhism. We'll talk about the way their strategy of sharing has changed, the importance of groups, how persecuted believers have carried on, and much more.

S3:E25 - Engaging Tibetan Buddhists with Jack

Today we launch into our new series on working with Buddhists.  We interview a long-time overseas laborer who works with a people group that follow Tibetan Buddhism.  We'll talk about their worldview, sharing the gospel with them, a key book of the Bible to read in preparation, and much more.

S3:E24 - When Did God Start Caring About the Nations? God’s Heart for the Nations - part 1

Today we have a special guest with us discussing where in the Bible we begin to see God's care and intentions for the nations. Then we go on to discuss how that matters to us today.

S3:E23 - Can you Promise Safety? Campus Minister part 2

This week we continue our interview with Eddie.  We first spend some time talking about Campus Evangelism. Then we transition to talking about looking forward in your ministry when your race is almost run.  Lastly, Eddie shares some really salient points about communicating with students and parents about missions safety.

S3:E22 - A Peek Inside the Mind of a Campus Minister - Part 1

Join us for a voyage inside the mind of a 30 year veteran in campus ministry as we explore with him:

• Things he has done to build a love for the nations in his ministry
• His take on recruiting staff and building a team
• Successfully juggling all the balls on a campus minister's plate
• What he would do if he was dropped on a new campus today.

S3:E21 - Hudson Taylor - Forming of the China Inland Mission and His Legacy

Today we wrap up Hudson Taylor's story.  Brad and James talk about the lessons we can learn from Hudson Taylor's life and work.  It will challenge your faith.

S3:E20 - Hudson Taylor - Working in China, Romance, & Failing Health - Part 2

Hudson Taylor now finds himself in China struggling to learn the language, struggling financially, and struggling to learn his place in the world of missionaries to China. 

S3:E19 Hudson Taylor - Preparing for China

Join us as we walk through the story of Hudson Taylor's life as he prepares for service in China.

 

Music by Music by AntipodeanWriter from Pixabay

S3:E18 The Death of God’s Smuggler

Today we review and celebrate the life of Brother Andrew. He was a dutchman made famous for his work behind the Iron Curtain that was described in his book, "God's Smuggler".  If you are a parent, it makes a great book or audio book to listen to with your kids. Andrew died Sep 2022.

 

Podcast music by Music by Muzaproduction from Pixabay.com

S3:E17 What We Learned About Working with Hindus

Brad jumps back in with us for a "short" summary of what we learned and our big takeaways in our series on working with Hindus.

S3:E16 Being a Single Woman in a Hindu Nation and Ministering to Hindu Women

In this interview we talk about some of the different dynamics of ministering to Hindu Women, as well as what it's like to be a single woman in a Hindu nation.  Our guest shares with us about Hindu women counting the cost to convert to Christianity. She also shares openly with us what about her own journey of being a single on the field. 

Book mentioned on the interview:

7 Myths about Singleness by Sam Allberry

S3:E15 Arranged Marriages, Hindu College Student Fears, and Letting the Gospel Be the Filter

Today we have a great interview with a lady serving in South Asia.  We talk with her about the fears, challenges, and worldviews of college students.  Then we move into talking about culture, arranged marriages, and more.  Followed by some thoughts of some faux pas people make when sharing their faith and how she lets the gospel be the filter. 

For more on sharing using the Three Circles:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5W8ynRMr59k 

S3:E14 Power of Partnerships - Merry Christmas!

Brad and James talk about the 4 key partnerships of OneLink International and how being in those partnerships helps reach the nations.

S3:E13 - Ten Things to Know About Discipling Hindu Background Believers

Today we are talking with Josh about some of the challenges and particulars about discipling Hindu Background Believers.

You can read his article here.
www.abwe.org/blog/10-issues-discipling-hindu-background-believers-today

S3:E12 - 8 Tactics for Sharing the Gospel with Hindus

Today we interview a man who served as a missionary in South Asia for 8 years among Hindus, and he talks with us about 8 tactics for sharing the gospel with Hindus.