Reaching Muslims in America – A Conversation with Missionary David Gates

In this episode, we sit down with David Gates, a missionary with a heart for Arab Muslims in Dearborn, Michigan—home to one of the largest Muslim populations in the United States. Brother Gates shares how the Lord led him from traditional ministry settings into the heart of Islamic America, where he now plants Gospel seeds through one-on-one conversations, Bible studies, college outreach, and digital evangelism.

We talk about the unique challenges and joys of reaching Muslims with the message of Christ, how to answer tough theological questions with grace and truth, and what it looks like to disciple believers coming from Islamic backgrounds. He also opens up about the role of his family in the ministry and the importance of consistency, compassion, and clear Gospel preaching.

Whether you're a missionary, pastor, church member, or just someone burdened for souls, this episode will encourage you to see the mission field right here at home—and challenge you to engage it with boldness and love.

📍Topics include:

Why Dearborn is a strategic mission field

How to witness effectively to Muslims

The power of hospitality and consistent witness

Discipleship tools for new converts

The Christ Is Podcast and Conference

How churches can support urban missionaries in America

🔗 Visit: https://gatesforarabs.com

🎧 Learn more about David’s ministry and how you can pray and partner!

In this compelling episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, host Paul Douglas sits down with Dr. Henry Benach

Dr. Benach shares his inspiring journey of faith, the unique calling to reach Jewish communities in Europe, Poland, and Ukraine with the Gospel, and the spiritual challenges and victories he's encountered along the way.

Together, they explore the deep roots of missionary work to the Jewish people, the significance of understanding biblical prophecy in missions, and the urgency of sharing Christ in today’s world. Dr. Benach offers heartfelt wisdom on perseverance, cultural sensitivity, and the transformative power of the Gospel.

This episode will encourage believers to recognize the importance of Jewish missions and to consider how they can personally support and engage in God's redemptive work among His chosen people.

Serving at the Edge: Chris Shull, Missionary to Greenland

🌍 In this powerful episode, we sit down with veteran missionary Chris Shull as he shares his incredible journey serving in Ilulissat, Greenland. From the challenges of ministering in one of the most remote places on earth to the triumphs of seeing lives transformed by the Gospel, Brother Shull opens up about faith, family, and the unique calling of missions in the Arctic.

📌 Topics Covered:

• Life and ministry in Greenland

• Cultural challenges and opportunities

• The impact of climate and isolation on mission work

• Raising a family on the mission field

• Encouragement for aspiring missionaries

🗺️ Don't miss this eye-opening conversation with a man truly living out the Great Commission at the ends of the earth.

📩 Learn more and get involved: allpointsbaptist.com

Reaching Muslims in America – A Conversation with Missionary David Gates

In this episode, we sit down with David Gates, a missionary with a heart for Arab Muslims in Dearborn, Michigan—home to one of the largest Muslim populations in the United States. Brother Gates shares how the Lord led him from traditional ministry settings into the heart of Islamic America, where he now plants Gospel seeds through one-on-one conversations, Bible studies, college outreach, and digital evangelism.

We talk about the unique challenges and joys of reaching Muslims with the message of Christ, how to answer tough theological questions with grace and truth, and what it looks like to disciple believers coming from Islamic backgrounds. He also opens up about the role of his family in the ministry and the importance of consistency, compassion, and clear Gospel preaching.

Whether you're a missionary, pastor, church member, or just someone burdened for souls, this episode will encourage you to see the mission field right here at home—and challenge you to engage it with boldness and love.

📍Topics include:

• Why Dearborn is a strategic mission field

• How to witness effectively to Muslims

• The power of hospitality and consistent witness

• Discipleship tools for new converts

• The Christ Is Podcast and Conference

• How churches can support urban missionaries in America

🔗 Visit: https://gatesforarabs.com 🎧 Learn more about David’s ministry and how you can pray and partner!

🎙️ Missionary Profile Podcast – Episode with Dr. Leland Johnson

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, host Paul Douglas sits down with Dr. Leland Johnson, a seasoned missionary and pastor whose journey of faith has taken him across cultures and continents for the cause of Christ. With a heart for discipleship and a passion for the local church, Dr. Johnson shares how God called him from a life of comfort to a ministry of obedience, sacrifice, and eternal purpose.

From the early days of his calling to the ongoing work of building churches and training national leaders, Dr. Johnson unpacks the highs and lows of missionary life. Through personal stories, biblical insights, and spiritual encouragement, listeners will be challenged to consider their role in the Great Commission and inspired by the enduring power of the Gospel.

• How God called Dr. Johnson into missions and how he discerned that call

• The importance of seeing every missionary as a missionary/pastor

• The role of deputation in building spiritual resilience

• Cultural hurdles and how the Lord broke through them

• Starting a church on the mission field: first converts and first sermons

• Raising up local leadership and planning for long-term sustainability

• Spiritual attacks and God's provision through them

• Advice for those praying about missions or struggling in the field

• Encouragement for pastors to preach missions and send laborers

• The joy of seeing lives transformed by the Gospel

Whether you're a missionary on deputation, a church member seeking to support missions, or someone wondering if God could use you, this episode is filled with wisdom, humor, and conviction. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with Dr. Leland Johnson!

🎧 Listen now on Podbean or your favorite podcast platform.

🌍 In this episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, host Paul Douglas sits down with Brother Nathan Johnson, a missionary on deputation preparing to serve in Denmark. Nathan shares his powerful testimony of growing up in a Baptist home, resisting the call to ministry, and ultimately surrendering to God’s will. From his early days running from the call in the military to pastoring a church in Wyoming, Nathan’s story is a testament to God’s relentless pursuit and faithfulness.

💡 Nathan opens up about the challenges and blessings of deputation, the profound moment when God called him to Denmark, and how the prayers of a small church thousands of miles away aligned perfectly with God’s timing. He also offers insight into the spiritual climate of Denmark and the need for gospel work in a post-Christian society.

🙏 Tune in to hear how God has prepared Nathan and his family for the mission field, the importance of having a strong sending church, and the incredible story of God’s confirmation through prayer and timing.

📲 Contact Information:

• 📞 Phone: +1 (678) 356-9349
• 📧 Email: Johnsons2Denmark@icloud.com

✨ Don’t miss this inspiring episode about stepping out in faith and trusting God’s provision in the face of uncertainty. Listen now on Podbean, YouTube, and the Just Jesus Radio Network!

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Missionary Profile Podcast – Special Guest: Brother Vince LaRue

In this episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, we welcome Brother Vince LaRue, a dedicated missionary serving in Southern Chile. Brother LaRue shares the incredible journey that led him to the mission field, recounting the pivotal moment when God called him to minister in Chile.

He offers firsthand insight into the cultural challenges of reaching Chileans with the Gospel, from overcoming religious traditions to adapting his approach for effective discipleship. Brother LaRue also reflects on the joys and struggles of church planting in Northern Patagonia, highlighting a particularly memorable experience from his ministry.

As his church recently relocated to a more central and accessible location, he discusses the impact this move has had on outreach efforts, the growth of new converts like Alejandro and Cristian, and how discipleship is structured to encourage spiritual maturity in a diverse cultural context.

Beyond his work in Chile, Brother LaRue is also the founder of KJV Churches, an online directory designed to help believers find King James Bible-believing congregations worldwide. He shares the inspiration behind this project, the challenges of maintaining such a comprehensive resource, and heartwarming testimonies from those who have found a local church through the platform.

Looking ahead, Brother LaRue reveals exciting plans for an upcoming baptismal service and public outreach event, detailing how he hopes to make it a transformative experience for both the congregation and the local community. He also speaks candidly about the delicate balance of managing two ministries—his mission work in Chile and the KJV Churches platform—and how God provides the strength to remain faithful in both.

Join us for this inspiring conversation as we dive into faith, missions, church planting, and the power of God's Word, and learn how you can pray for and support Brother Vince LaRue’s ministry.