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In this episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, host Paul Douglas sits down with Dr. John N. Hamblin, a veteran evangelist who has been traveling, preaching revival meetings, conferences, and camp meetings across America for 47 years.
Dr. Hamblin shares the story of his call to full-time evangelism, the burden God placed in his heart as a young man, and why he still believes revival is possible in America. The conversation covers the spiritual condition of our nation, the need for old-time Bible preaching, and the importance of churches staying faithful to soul winning, prayer, and the Word of God.
This episode also includes practical encouragement for church members who struggle with fear in witnessing. Dr. Hamblin gives simple, helpful advice on passing out Gospel tracts, looking for open doors, walking in the fullness of the Spirit, and keeping a genuine concern for souls.
Paul and Dr. Hamblin also discuss the influence of Dr. Tom Malone, his impact on young preachers, and what he would likely encourage, caution, and challenge churches about today. From strong preaching to biblical standards, personal soul winning, and old-time religion, this conversation is filled with wisdom for pastors, missionaries, evangelists, and young people sensing the call of God.
Dr. Hamblin also shares personal thoughts about his family, his ministry legacy, his podcast Fundamentalism in Focus, and his desire to be remembered as a faithful preacher and soul winner.
If you love revival preaching, personal soul winning, and the heritage of old-time fundamentalism, this is an episode you will not want to miss.
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In this episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, host Paul Douglas sits down with Brother Thomas Hawkins, a full-time missionary reaching inmates in prisons and jails across North and South Carolina. Brother Hawkins shares how the Lord used Scripture, personal trials, and years of faithful ministry to burden his heart for those many people may overlook.
Brother Hawkins explains why prison ministry is a vital part of fulfilling the Great Commission. Inmates cannot come to the local church, so the local church must take the Gospel to them. This conversation reminds us that men and women behind bars do not merely need reformation; they need true transformation through Jesus Christ.
You will hear about the importance of faithful prison outreach, the need for churches to be trained and consistent, and how local congregations can minister not only to inmates, but also to their families on the outside. Brother Hawkins also shares how believers can pray for inmates: that God would soften their hearts, remove distractions, and help them clearly see the truth of the Word of God.
This episode is a powerful reminder that the mission field is not only across the ocean. Sometimes it is behind locked doors, inside local jails, state prisons, and institutions where souls desperately need the hope of the Gospel.
Listen and be encouraged to pray, support, and consider how your church can have a faithful part in reaching the forgotten with the message of salvation.
 
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In this heartfelt, unique, and spiritually rich episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, host Paul Douglas welcomes Southern Gospel broadcaster, singer, and preacher Les Butler for a powerful conversation centered on calling, endurance, and the eternal impact of Gospel music.
From his early beginnings to a lifetime spent proclaiming Christ through song and preaching, Brother Les opens up about how the Lord led him into what became not just a career, but a true ministry. He shares how Gospel music has been a tool God uses to convict hearts, encourage believers, and even call individuals into full-time service.
This episode draws a strong parallel between traveling music ministry and missionary deputation, as Les recounts the challenges of life on the road, including financial uncertainty, physical weariness, and spiritual battles, while also testifying of God’s faithful provision every step of the way.
A particularly moving portion of the conversation centers around moments when the Lord used a single song to deeply impact lives, whether bringing someone to salvation or stirring a call to ministry. One such message is beautifully captured in the truth behind the song “How Much More,” reminding us that if God cares for even the smallest parts of His creation, “I wonder how much more does He love you and I.” That truth echoes throughout this episode. God’s love is personal, powerful, and ever present.
Les also speaks candidly about the changes he has witnessed in Gospel music over the years, offering wisdom and caution for the next generation. His burden for preserving the integrity of the message is clear, especially as he discusses songs like “The Deal,” which boldly exposes spiritual warfare and the subtle tactics of the enemy in today’s media driven culture.
Beyond music, Brother Les shares how God has used him in preaching and mentoring young artists, emphasizing the responsibility of passing down truth with clarity, conviction, and compassion.
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This episode is a powerful encouragement to anyone serving in ministry, whether on the mission field, behind a microphone, or in a local church. It reinforces the truth that every believer is called to be both a missionary and a pastor at heart, faithfully using their gifts to spread the Gospel and invest in eternity.

In this powerful second conversation with Dallas Brown, missionary to Burkina Faso, we dive deeper into the spiritual battles, unexpected blessings, and bold faith it takes to serve God on the front lines of West Africa.
Dallas shares fresh insights from the field, offering an honest look at the challenges of language learning, cultural adaptation, and leading souls to Christ in a spiritually dark region. He opens up about the ongoing work of church planting, discipleship, and how God is raising up national men to carry the Gospel further.
We also discuss the realities of returning to the field after furlough, the lessons learned during spiritual droughts, and the joy of seeing new believers grow in faith.
This episode will stir your heart for missions and strengthen your resolve to pray, give, and go.
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Is artificial intelligence something the church should avoid, or is it a tool God can use for the Great Commission?In this episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, host Paul Douglas sits down with David Thorne, Manager of AI for Churches at Missional Marketing, to talk honestly and practically about AI in church ministry, missions, and outreach.David shares his background as a pastor and church planter, and how that journey led him into helping churches use technology ethically and responsibly. Together, they discuss why marketing is not a dirty word in ministry, how the mission field has moved online, and why churches must think seriously about how people find churches today through search engines, social media, and AI platforms like ChatGPT.This conversation covers:• Why churches should care about online visibility and digital missions• How AI is already being used, even when churches don’t realize it• Practical ways pastors can use AI without compromising doctrine• How missionaries can use AI for language translation and cultural understanding• Preparing churches for the future of search, outreach, and communication• Ethical guardrails for using AI in ministryWhether you are a pastor, missionary, church leader, or ministry volunteer, this episode will help you think clearly and biblically about how technology can support gospel work without replacing personal ministry.Subscribe, like, and share to help spread these conversations and support missionaries around the world.https://missiondisplay.orghttps://missionaryconnect.app#MissionaryProfilePodcast #AIForChurches #ChurchTechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalMissions #ChurchMarketing #ChristianPodcast #Missions #GreatCommission #Pastors #Missionaries

In this episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast, Paul sits down with Dalton Grovenstein, Pastor of Eternal Life Baptist Church in Georgia and founder of GM Baptist Outreach. Dalton shares how God led him to start GM Baptist Outreach and how the ministry is helping churches around the world reach more people with the Gospel.
The conversation centers on the use of digital tract technology as a practical tool for local churches to get the message of Christ into more hands and, by God’s grace, see more people walk through church doors.
Dalton explains the heart behind the ministry, the real-world impact they are seeing, and how churches can take part in this growing outreach. This episode is an encouraging look at how timeless truth and modern tools can work together for the furtherance of the Gospel.
 
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In this episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast Season 2, Episode 13, we welcome Pastor Adam Summers of Faith Baptist Church in Chelsea. Pastor Summers shares his testimony and calling, how he first surrendered to serve the Lord in 1993, and later became the pastor in 2008. Paul leads the conversation with questions about missions. With a heart deeply devoted to reaching the world, Pastor Summers explains the importance of carrying the Gospel both locally and globally.
He highlights the role of Faith Promise Giving, showing why it is such a powerful way to support missionaries and reach the lost. Throughout the conversation, he encourages believers to remain faithful and to understand the Word of Truth, reminding us that real strength comes from obedience to Scripture and steadfastness in God’s work. Pastor Summers also shares how Faith Baptist Church utilizes the Digital Missions Display, noting that Faith Baptist Church was the very first installation of the Digital Missions Display that Paul ever completed.
Whether you’re a pastor, missionary, or church member seeking to strengthen your vision for missions, this episode will both challenge and encourage you.
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In this episode of the Missionary Profile Podcast Season 2, Episode 13, we welcome Pastor Adam Summers of Faith Baptist Church in Chelsea. Pastor Summers shares his testimony and calling—how he first surrendered to serve the Lord in 1993, and later became the pastor in 2008.Paul leads the conversation with questions about missions. With a heart deeply devoted to reaching the world, Pastor Summers explains the importance of carrying the Gospel both locally and globally. He highlights the role of Faith Promise Giving, showing why it is such a powerful way to support missionaries and reach the lost. Throughout the conversation, he encourages believers to remain faithful and to understand the Word of Truth, reminding us that real strength comes from obedience to Scripture and steadfastness in God’s work.Pastor Summers also shares how Faith Baptist Church uses the Digital Missions Display, noting that Faith Baptist Church was the very first Digital Missions Display installation Paul ever completed.Whether you’re a pastor, missionary, or church member seeking to strengthen your vision for missions, this episode will both challenge and encourage youhttps://missionaryprofile.orghttps://misisonaryconnect.apphttps//missiondisplay.orghttps://fbcchelsea.orghttps://tfmchelsea.orgCORRECTION:https://pastoradamsummers.com#MissionaryProfilePodcast #IndependentBaptist #FaithPromise #MissionsMinded #KJVBible #FaithfulnessPastor Adam Summers, Faith Baptist Church Chelsea, Missionary Profile Podcast, Independent Baptist, King James Bible preaching, missions giving, Faith Promise Missions, Bible truth, missionary support, Baptist missions

Reaching Muslims in America – A Conversation with Missionary David GatesIn 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 fieldHow to witness effectively to MuslimsThe power of hospitality and consistent witnessDiscipleship tools for new convertsThe Christ Is Podcast and ConferenceHow 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.
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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!
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