Basecamp: Into The Dark

Mikel Collins introduces the remarkable journey of All Things All People (ATAP), a ministry in Rutherford County, North Carolina, dedicated to equipping Christians to spread the gospel to the least reached and darkest communities. We hear from Jeremy Jenkins, founder and executive director of ATAP, who shares the ministry's transformation from a consulting company to a nonprofit with a global mission. The conversation covers the unique challenges and successes of engaging small towns with evangelism and discipleship, particularly through the Engage Network initiative. Discussion includes the significant role of addressing nominal Christianity, the importance of rooting missionary work in local contexts, and the transformative power of true spirituality over cultural Christianity. ATAP's commitment to staying and thriving in Forest City as opposed to moving to larger cities is a testament to their dedication to their community. The episode wraps up with insights on engaging younger generations and spiritual nones, and a call to share the gospel with those around us, emphasizing the need for a united Christian mission.00:00 Introduction to Small Town Big God01:15 Meet Jeremy Jenkins and ATAP03:51 The Origin and Evolution of ATAP09:31 Challenges and Changes During COVID12:51 The Importance of Local Engagement20:13 A Personal Story of Outreach27:21 Understanding Cultural Christianity30:02 Jeremy's Dual Life and ATAP's Mission31:52 Engaging Nominal and De-Churched Christians37:18 Reaching Spiritual Agnostics and Neo-Pagans44:15 ATAP's Local Impact and Vision50:45 Final Thoughts and Call to Action

This episode gives you a breakdown of the any three model for evangelism. This method, developed by Mike Shipman, is designed for sharing the gospel in Muslim-majority contexts but can be applied more broadly. Dive into what the Any Three method entails, including its five steps: getting connected, getting to God, getting to lostness, getting to the gospel, and getting to a decision. The discussion covers the theological basis for the method, tackling obstacles in evangelism, and the importance of presenting the gospel in a straightforward, conversational manner. Listeners will also learn the story of the first and last sacrifice, a tool within the Any Three method to articulate the gospel effectively. Whether reaching across the street or across the globe, this episode equips you to share your faith confidently.00:00 Introduction to Base Camp Podcast00:29 Overview of the Any Three Evangelism Method02:36 Historical Context and Development of Any Three05:39 Practical Application of Any Three09:49 Steps to Implement Any Three10:09 Getting Connected: Building Initial Rapport12:55 Transitioning to Spiritual Conversations20:15 Addressing Sin and Lostness27:04 Presenting the Gospel: First and Last Sacrifice27:11 Engaging Conversations with Muslims27:47 The Story of the First and Last Sacrifice28:19 Sharing the Gospel with Non-Muslims29:23 Effective Evangelism Techniques31:28 Encouraging Spiritual Conversations33:33 Overcoming Evangelism Challenges35:47 Adapting Evangelism for Different Contexts38:28 The Importance of Sharing the Gospel44:43 Conclusion: Participating in God's Work

In this episode, Mikel and Jeremy discuss the value of short-term mission trips by sharing personal experiences and addressing common criticisms. They emphasize the importance of avoiding a savior complex, supporting career missionaries, developing a global view of the church, and bringing back valuable lessons to apply at home. They also highlight the Engage Network initiative, aiming to better equip and mobilize churches for effective local and international missions. The conversation touches on the need for intentionality and proper goals to ensure that short-term missions are truly impactful.00:07 Personal Experiences with Short Term Missions02:28 Criticisms of Short Term Missions04:01 Evaluating the Effectiveness of Short Term Missions05:45 Avoiding the Savior Complex07:40 Cultural Insights and Personal Growth12:49 Supporting Career Missionaries17:23 Developing a Global View of the Church22:46 Sharpening Ministry at Home28:41 The Engage Network: A New Approach31:36 Conclusion: Effective Short Term MissionsJoin the Engage Network:https://www.allthingsallpeople.org/church-partnership

Muslims and Christians walk around this world pretending as if they mean the same thing when they refer to Jesus and Isa. Yet most Muslims have never read the Gospels at all, and they take the claim that its contents are corrupt on faith. To get a Muslim to ever read it and encounter the true Jesus is a triumph. Today, we uncover the truth about the difference between Isa and Jesus.Jeremy's Article: https://www.allthingsallpeople.org/blog/isa-jesus-discussing-jesus-with-a-muslimEngage Network: https://www.allthingsallpeople.org/church-partnershipAny Three Method: https://www.missionfrontiers.org/issue/article/any-3More of Mikel's work: mwcollins.org

Mikel Collins and Jeremy Jenkins sit down to discuss Postmodernity, Relativism, and Truth. Because if there is no truth, there is no point to anything we are doing here at Basecamp. Find Mikel's article here: https://www.allthingsallpeople.org/blog/postmodernity-relativism-and-truthJoin the Engage Network: https://www.allthingsallpeople.org/church-partnership

This episode is the recording from ATAP's Exploration Society Fall Lecture. Dr. Joel Muddamalle taught about the spiritual world, cosmic geography, and God's plan to restore for himself sacred space here on Earth. The lecture and conversation that followed all took place at Hope House Coffee in Forest City, NC on October 29th, 2023.

Is God a mountain to be climbed or a destination to arrive at? Listen in on this week's BASECAMP as Jeremy speaks to students at Clemson University and does his best to answer a question that humans have been asking for thousands of years. Subscribe to the Exploration Society Journal: https://society.allthingsallpeople.org/Society-Journal Get your ATAP Fall Lecture ticket: https://donorbox.org/events/494484

Brad Cooper is one of the lead pastors at NewSpring Church in South Carolina. In this episode, Brad and Jeremy discuss how to minister across generational, ethnic, and ideological lines. They also talk about the best apologetic for a world that is quickly departing from a Christian worldview, especially in regard to sexual ethics. Get the Exploration Society Journal: https://society.allthingsallpeople.org/Society-Journal Get your ticket for the Exploration Society fall lecture with Dr. Joel Muddamalle: https://donorbox.org/events/494484 Follow Jeremy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allthings.allpeople/

The Holy Spirit is the least understood person of the Trinity. So how do we explain it to non-Christians? This episode walks through the various groups we might come across and how we might begin conversations around the Holy Spirit, and God's trinitarian nature as a whole. Sign up for the Exploration Society Journal: https://society.allthingsallpeople.org/Society-Journal LDS/JW Scripture Reference Guide: https://society.allthingsallpeople.org/resources Email Jeremy: Jeremy@allthingsallpeople.org Follow ATAP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allthings.allpeople/

Who and what is God? This question forms the beginning of a conversation with Latter-day Saints about their belief in who they call "Heavenly Father". The conclusions found after exploring that question lead us to realize that not only are the LDS views on god irreconcilable with historic Christianity, but they also fail the basic tests of logic. Find out why in this episode of BASECAMP. Sign up for the Exploration Society Journal: https://society.allthingsallpeople.org/Society-Journal Email Jeremy: Jeremy@allthingsallpeople.org

Eddie Penney spent 20 years in the United States military, serving as a Marine and a member of the Navy's most elite unit, SEAL Team 6. He battled terrorists in Afghanistan, Africa, and Iraq throughout his 7 combat deployments. His biggest battle came at home when he became a single father of three young children. He is candid about his struggles, failures, and faults in uncharacteristic honesty. Today, he is a business owner, a bestselling author, and an unapologetic Christian. He has faced death and darkness on many occasions and has found the light. His goal is to help others along that path, whether they be struggling veterans, their families, or anyone facing the challenges that life brings. Eddie is the author of UNAFRAID: Staring Down Terror as a Navy SEAL and Single Dad, architect of the UNAFRAID brand, and host of The UNAFRAID podcast and The Penney's Podcast with his wife, Amanda Penney. In this episode, Jeremy and Eddie talk about Eddie's stories of war both overseas and at home. They speak at length about the mindset Christians must have if they are to survive the spiritual war all believers are subject to, whether they know it or not. Eddie's UNAFRAID Ministry: https://eddiepenney.com/ Get the Exploration Society Journal: https://society.allthingsallpeople.org/Society-Journal Follow Jeremy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allthings.allpeople/

Did Jesus spend his lost years in India, studying at the feet of Buddhist monks? In the eyes of some scholars, this would help explain some of the issues they have with Jesus and his teachings. Yet, their arguments fail. Listen to this episode with Jeremy from All Things All People and hear why Buddhism or any other human religion did not influence Jesus. Read the article: https://society.allthingsallpeople.org/blog/was-jesus-influenced-by-eastern-religions

What is the true background of yoga and how should Christians interact with it? Is there room for "Christian freedom" to play a part in this Hindu religious practice? Jeremy Jenkins, of All Things All People, walks through these questions and more as ATAP seeks to "explore the darkest places and worldviews and equip Christians to engage them with the Gospel." For more info on yoga, check out this article: https://society.allthingsallpeople.org/blog/is-it-okay-for-christians-to-do-yoga

"What exactly are demons and where do they come from?" This question and so many more like it are inevitable when engaging with not only worldviews and religions counter to Christianity, but also when reading the Bible itself. In this episode, Dr. Joel Muddamalle gives the Biblical background for the origin of the demonic and much of the spiritual world. Joel and Jeremy also discuss spiritual warfare and how the Bible should inform our outlook on it and the evangelism that is sure to bring it about. Find out more about Dr. Joel Muddamalle: https://muddamalle.com/ Follow ATAP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allthings.allpeople/ Find out more about ATAP: https://www.allthingsallpeople.org/

Few people can speak to the nature of belief in the world today like Justin Brierley. Justin is the host of Unbelievable and Ask N.T. Wright Anything, and is a respected speaker and author in the world of apologetics. He joins Jeremy to discuss the special series of Unbelievable called The Big Conversation, as well as what the world really believes! Make sure to check out The Big Conversation and everything else Justin puts out! Watch Unbelievable and The Big Conversation: https://www.youtube.com/c/Unbelievableshow

13,000 Latter-day Saints, protesters, hateful street preachers...and the guys from ATAP.  That is what it was like in Salt Lake City in April 2022 as Jeremy and David journeyed out to Utah to visit LDS General Conference and see Latter-day Saint culture as a whole. Listen in on their experiences as well as some teaching on basic LDS history and beliefs.  BASECAMP is the monthly podcast of All Things All People, chronicling experiences and teachings that come out of ATAP's missions "into the dark". For more information on All Things All People, check out www.allthingsallpeople.org and follow us on Instagram.

Any trip down the "Greatest Hits" of the ATAP Podcast to this point has to include Joe Barnes. Well known as a member of Maverick City, Joe came on the show in October of 2020 and it became one of the show's most popular episodes. It is obvious why, as Joe's heart for Jesus and leading people to Him through song was nothing but evident. Listen in and enjoy this older episode as ATAP prepares to come back from hiatus with more amazing guests in December!

ATAP is going back into our greatest hits and pulling out some of our favorite interviews while we're on hiatus. It is tough to not start with Tim Mackie! Listen in on one of our most popular episodes!

Austin Suggs is loving across the lines with the work he does creating content on his YouTube channel Gospel Simplicity. There he can be seen going into Catholic and Orthodox settings and engaging people in fascinating interviews and conversations. In this conversation, Austin and Jeremy talk about crossing lines of belief to better understand eachother, and to help others understand as well. Listen in and be encouraged! Check out Gospel Simplicity: https://www.youtube.com/c/GospelSimplicity Follow ATAP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allthings.allpeople/ Email Jeremy: Jeremy@allthingsallpeople.org

In this edition of BASECAMP, the ATAP guys explain the core beliefs surrounding Wicca, Neo-Paganism, New Age, and more. These belief systems are growing significantly, especially among the youngest demographics. Listen in as Josh, Ben, and Jeremy teach and share their own experiences visiting and speaking with practitioners of Wicca and other Neo-Pagan faiths. Make sure to follow up with any questions you have from this episode by reaching out to ATAP at Jeremy@allthingsallpeople.org