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The gospel is a profound paradox – God's grace shines brightest not in our moments of strength, but in our darkest struggles and weaknesses. Join Pastor Jim Lovelady for conversations with missionaries and ministry leaders from the US and abroad, as they share moving stories and teaching about God's grace working at the frayed edges of life. Be encouraged by their personal stories of how God uses weak and grace-resistant individuals, renewing them, and leading them to a life on mission. Whether you are interested in global missions or longing to experience the transformative power of God's grace in your own life – we invite you to join us for Grace at the Fray!
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What does it mean to serve God out of grace rather than striving? In this episode, Jim Lovelady talks with Joel Hylton about how the gospel frees us from self-reliance and sends us into the world as priests of God’s Kingdom. Together, they explore the mystery of belonging to Christ, holding joy and sorrow in tension, and finding rest in the One who loves us and has set us free by His blood. This is a conversation about hope, calling, and the beautiful freedom of serving from grace—not for it....
Feeling weary in your walk with Jesus? Maybe what you need isn’t more effort—but a bigger gospel. Jim talks with longtime fieldworker Bob H. about the breathtaking scope of God’s Kingdom and the radical grace that transforms everything it touches. From Psalm 2 to the streets of London, they explore how renewal begins with repentance, how belonging can precede believing, and how the gospel reaches as far as the curse is found—healing wounds of injustice and unbelief. This conversation invites ...
In an age when following Jesus can feel increasingly costly, what sustains a faithful heart? Pastor Paul Kim joins us to explore how the gospel empowers us to live with conviction and humility in a culture that often opposes our faith. Drawing from the book of Daniel, Paul reminds us that grace steadies us in exile—inviting us to rest in our identity as God’s beloved, secure in His sovereignty, and sent to seek the good of the world around us. Listen in and discover how the gospel empowers us...
In this special episode, we dust off the archives to hear Jack Miller—pastor, missionary, and founder of Serge—speak honestly about his own weakness and desperate need for grace. Jack reminds us that awareness of our sin doesn’t drive us to despair but into deeper intimacy with Jesus, who meets us in our wandering hearts with mercy. His words invite us to stop striving, collapse on Christ, and discover that God’s strength is made perfect in weakness. This timeless message calls us back to the...
The gospel is liberation in every culture. But what happens when the call to share this good news collides with accusations of cultural imperialism? It’s an under-discussed tension in the Christian missions space. By examining Jesus’ mission model, Barry, a church planter who's spent two decades in London, addresses arguments against missionaries that label them as colonialistic, imperialistic, or exploitative. Whether you're wrestling with legitimate questions about mission work, feeling cal...
How can grace deepen our understanding of culture—and transform the way we engage across differences? In this episode, Dr. Alex Jun joins us to explore how the gospel reorients our posture as learners, not just teachers, especially in cross-cultural contexts. Drawing on his own experiences as a Korean American Christian and international educator, Alex shares how grace frees us from shame and performance, empowering us to listen, learn, and lead with humility. Whether you're in ministry, miss...
Something powerful happens when the gospel speaks directly into your cultural and personal context. In this profound conversation, Kellie Brown unpacks her vision for Kinship—a ministry contextualizing gospel renewal specifically for African-American communities through Serge's renewal team. She reveals how her own experience with Sonship transformed her understanding of grace, shifting it from just another theological concept to the central foundation of Christian life. Join us in exploring ...
In this episode, we explore how the gospel reshapes our understanding of weakness, suffering, and God’s sovereign grace. Drawing from his new book on Acts, Turning the World Upside Down, Westminster Seminary professor Iain Duguid invites us to consider how the Spirit strengthens us not by removing hardship but by revealing Christ’s presence in the midst of it. This is a conversation about the surprising way the kingdom of God advances—through flawed people, cruciform power, and resurrection h...
What happens when God’s grace collides with the deep hunger of a generation weary of empty promises? Evangelist Nick Hall takes us inside the remarkable movement of revival rising among Gen Z. In this episode, Nick shares how God is transforming young people into bold witnesses for Christ—through large events, digital outreach, and leadership training that’s helping put Jesus at the center of their lives and communities. Listen in for an encouraging look at how this generation’s spiritual awa...
Repentance isn’t just about saying “I’m sorry”—it’s an invitation for God to move with transforming power. What would you do if Jesus showed up beside you right now? Would you keep going as you are—or would everything change? In this episode, Hunter Dockery shares powerful stories from the global mission field where authentic repentance has sparked revival. Whether you're in a season of radical change or simply facing the daily grind, this conversation reframes repentance—not as punishment, b...
Have you ever wrestled with what it truly costs to follow Jesus? In this soul-stirring conversation, Lindsay opens her heart about 12 transformative years doing cross-cultural ministry in London, revealing both the profound joys and genuine struggles of answering God's call. What emerges is a compelling portrait of grace found at life's frayed edges—life-giving wisdom for how to count the cost while trusting the One who paid the ultimate price. In this episode, they discuss… Financial...
Your smartphone is more than a computer—it's a window to your desires. Every scroll and search curates an algorithm reflecting the life you want. But could this digital world be overshadowing something far more beautiful? Join Katie Guerrero, Serge's internship coordinator, as she explores how our digital habits mirror our spiritual tendencies. She shares her transformative journey of discovering God’s grace during her college internship, far from her comfort zone. Don’t miss this intriguing ...
We're trained from childhood to develop competence and strength, which serve us well in many aspects of life. Yet this same drive for self-sufficiency creates a dangerous illusion that we can handle life's challenges independently, neglecting our fundamental dependence on God. Former Serge apprentice James Wells shares how his two years in Ireland transformed his understanding of ministry. Arriving with the question "How will I be used?" James discovered God had different plans—teaching him t...
Are you trying to appear strong and competent in your Christian witness? You might be undermining the very message you're trying to share. In this profound exploration of "ministry through weakness," Emily Shrader draws from over twelve years of experiences and stories as a missionary in the Muslim world. She reveals how our brokenness, vulnerability, and repentance can become our most powerful tools for evangelism. In this episode, they discuss… Ministry through weakness defined (03:...
What does it look like for Gen Z to respond to God’s call to mission? How can more mature generations welcome and support them? Michelle Hopping, Director of Mobilization at Serge, provides a straightforward answer: walk alongside them. Amidst all the stats and analysis surrounding this generation, Michelle shares deep hope and insight into how Gen Z is uniquely positioned for mission in today’s world. Whether you are part of Gen Z, a parent, or someone who loves seeing grace at work in new g...
What drives you to share your faith? Is it pressure and obligation, or does it flow from the deep joy of knowing Christ and experiencing His transformative love? Church planter Samuel Kassing shares how a fresh, personal encounter with Christ’s finished work moved him from burnout, exhaustion, and doubt to a renewed passion for mission. Tune in and learn how Jesus not only sends us out but invites us to join Him in His mission of love to a lost and broken world. Discover how gospel freedom tu...
What should you do if you feel afraid to answer Jesus’ call? Who better to answer that question than Dan Macha, who has spent years guiding people considering missions and addressing common fears about safety, success, and uncertainty. Whether you're wrestling with your own calling, worried about taking a leap of faith, or just wondering what it means to live for something beyond yourself, this conversation is for you. Is your curiosity stronger than your comfort? Jesus' invitation is simple:...
What does it mean to go from feeling like an unloved servant to living as a beloved child of God? Ben Lewis, a Serge missionary in Latin America, knows this transformation firsthand. His journey hasn’t been without its challenges—ranging from the demands of ministry to navigating an overwhelming season of transition and grappling with the difficulty of waiting on God when it seemed like every door was closing. Yet, amidst these struggles, he encountered the Father’s pursuing love in a way tha...
The biggest challenge of college is figuring out how we fit into the world now that we’re on our own. At first, Joy Benton hesitated to step into ministry. The weight of anxiety, navigating friendships, and the overwhelming influence of social media kept her—and keeps many of the college students she now serves—from fully embracing God's call. As a campus minister with Reformed University Fellowship (RUF) at Belmont University in Nashville, Joy walks alongside students wrestling with these ch...
Welcome to Season 5 of Grace at the Fray! This season we will explore the transformative power of the gospel, both in individual lives and in the scope of global missions. Matt Allison has plenty of examples to share from his unique journey—growing up as a pastor’s kid, then teaching missionary kids in Uganda, and now serving as part of Serge’s leadership, where he’s dedicated to spreading Christ’s message of grace and renewal. Whether you’re closely connected to Serge or simply seeking some ...
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