Missions Pulse episode 60: Jon Hirst

Why innovation in missions matters, serving a creative God, utilizing existing innovation in a new space, creativity that involves risk-taking, using your God-given skills for Kingdom purposes.

Missions Pulse 60: Jon Hirst

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On this episode of Missions Pulse, David Joannes interviews Jon Hirst, Co-founder of Generous Mind and Director of Program Innovation at SIL International. Jon has over 20 years of experience bringing global mission, innovation, and communications together in service to the Kingdom.

Jon Hirst talks about why innovation in missions matters, serving a creative God, utilizing existing innovation in a new space, creativity that involves risk-taking, using your God-given skills for Kingdom purposes.

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Kingdom innovation in missions is not a popular topic… until now! Jon Hirst brings this conversation to the forefront and shows how important it is to live creatively as we serve a creative God.

Jon Hirst talks about the underlying motivation behind innovation and creativity in missions. His passion is to give believers the tools to use their passions to extend the Kingdom of God.

Jon Hirst encourages you to find the value of your God-given creativity and apply it for His glory.

Our creative God infuses His people with innovative thoughts. Jon Hirst talks about how Christian non-profits must move toward creativity and innovation in missions, even if it involves risk-taking.

 

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Have you ever wondered what makes a missionary tick? What are the underlying motivations of those who cross cultural, geographical, and linguistic boundaries for the sake of Jesus Christ? What compels them to take such extreme measures and why do their actions still inspire Christians worldwide? In The Mind of a Missionary, David Joannes challenges you to find your role in God’s glorious Kingdom narrative. He draws upon history, psychology, life experience, and powerful storytelling to reshape your perception of God’s unique plan for your life. Purchase this book at Amazon today.

 

Links mentioned in the show:

https://generousmind.com/

https://www.sil.org/