Fri, 08 May 2026 04:30:40 -0400 https://www.sga.org/ en-us © 2026 Slavic Gospel Association yes a182b242-0115-5dee-a2c9-9fe681ca73c4 avadmin@sga.org Slavic Gospel Association episodic false Encountering Hope is brought to you by SGA (Slavic Gospel Association). On each episode, you'll hear inspiring stories of pastors and churches serving in very difficult circumstances in Russia, the former Soviet countries of Eastern Europe, and Central Asia. And you'll be blessed by how God is transforming lives and adding to His Kingdom. We pray these stories of the Lord's life-changing power will enrich your life and that you will be encouraged each time you encounter hope. 

Founded by Belarusian immigrant to the United States in 1934,  SGA is headquartered near Chicago, Illinois.We help reach "forgotten" orphans, widows and families in 10 countries across the former Soviet Union and Russian-speaking immigrants in Israel through an extensive grassroots network of local evangelical missionary pastors and churches. These faithful servants care for physical needs and proclaim the life-transforming Gospel of Jesus Christ.SGA also strengthens indigenous evangelical churches through training for pastors, evangelists, and children's workers. 

Through Encountering Hope, you will learn how SGA is sharing the Gospel, equipping the church, and helping the forgotten. For more information, please visit SGA.org 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) pastors, church, Eastern Europe, stories, hope, gospel Slavic Gospel Association avadmin@sga.org https://storage.buzzsprout.com/b2yfdg6hlstgx3exkwywk78v1bkb?.jpg https://www.sga.org/ Episode 180 Sowing Tiny Seeds: Reaping Huge Growth It’s a surprising truth that often the largest plants spring from the tiniest seeds. That’s what Dima discovered. Listen how a SGA-supported Belarus summer camp had a profound effect on three young, unbelieving girls. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> It’s a surprising truth that often the largest plants spring from the tiniest seeds. That’s what Dima discovered. Listen how a SGA-supported Belarus summer camp had a profound effect on three young, unbelieving girls. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15317139 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 502 1 180 full false Episode 179 Rescued: Dmitri’s Story of Hope Loneliness can be one of the most difficult trials to endure. Vyacheslav is an SGA-supported pastor who heard of a trapped young man, who felt entirely alone. Alone, but not forgotten … Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Loneliness can be one of the most difficult trials to endure. Vyacheslav is an SGA-supported pastor who heard of a trapped young man, who felt entirely alone. Alone, but not forgotten … Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15317053 Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 535 1 179 full false Episode 178 Compassion in Action: SGA’s Mission Jesus was often moved by empathy to help the distressed and dispirited. So how do we model compassion in action? Nikolai, an SGA-supported missionary pastor, shares how he and his church are putting Christ’s principles into practice. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Jesus was often moved by empathy to help the distressed and dispirited. So how do we model compassion in action? Nikolai, an SGA-supported missionary pastor, shares how he and his church are putting Christ’s principles into practice. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15316975 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 402 1 178 full false Episode 177 Weary Hope: Light Through the Darkness For those who have lived in a war zone during a conflict, it’s hard to fully grasp what daily life is like. Today, Pastor Sergei shares his experience of faithfully serving Christ and his people in the midst war in Ukraine. Support the work of SGA »

]]> For those who have lived in a war zone during a conflict, it’s hard to fully grasp what daily life is like. Today, Pastor Sergei shares his experience of faithfully serving Christ and his people in the midst war in Ukraine. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15290673 Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 450 1 177 full false Episode 176 True Change: Justified through Mercy In Far East Russia, Oleg discovered true change needed to begin in his hard heart. Then, what was predicted to be his life’s end was instead a new life in Christ! With a new heart for Jesus, Oleg sought to help others. Support the work of SGA »

]]> In Far East Russia, Oleg discovered true change needed to begin in his hard heart. Then, what was predicted to be his life’s end was instead a new life in Christ! With a new heart for Jesus, Oleg sought to help others. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15290594 Tue, 25 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 455 1 176 full false Episode 175 God’s Wisdom: God’s Work Human wisdom doesn’t seek a painful path to draw closer to God. Yet this is how God, in His wisdom, reached Olga. She’s just one of the great number of Ukrainians brought to repentance and faith in Christ during the war. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Human wisdom doesn’t seek a painful path to draw closer to God. Yet this is how God, in His wisdom, reached Olga. She’s just one of the great number of Ukrainians brought to repentance and faith in Christ during the war. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15290381 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 484 1 175 full false Episode 174 Faithfulness: Endurance Through Trials Though Pastor Viktor has endured great loss, he faithfully ministers in a village in Belarus. He’s seen only limited fruit from people who have endured loss too—including the effects of radiation from the Chernobyl disaster. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Though Pastor Viktor has endured great loss, he faithfully ministers in a village in Belarus. He’s seen only limited fruit from people who have endured loss too—including the effects of radiation from the Chernobyl disaster. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15244435 Thu, 20 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 462 1 174 full false Episode 173 Busy Lives: Divine Appointments Pastor Mishakar faces inconvenient, yet divine, appointments often in Central Asia. He encountered a lady on the roadside on one recent ministry trip.  And rather than hurry on by, he chose to stop and give her a ride. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Pastor Mishakar faces inconvenient, yet divine, appointments often in Central Asia. He encountered a lady on the roadside on one recent ministry trip.  And rather than hurry on by, he chose to stop and give her a ride. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15244179 Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 576 1 173 full false Episode 172 Bold Witness: Simple Obedience The war in Ukraine has severely impacted the ministries of Pastor Roman’s church. But more people are hearing the Gospel today! It’s simply God’s message, carried along by God’s people, impowered by God’s Holy Spirit. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> The war in Ukraine has severely impacted the ministries of Pastor Roman’s church. But more people are hearing the Gospel today! It’s simply God’s message, carried along by God’s people, impowered by God’s Holy Spirit. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15244084 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 462 1 172 full false Episode 171 Filtering False Voices: Listening to God SGA-supported pastor Dmitri is working to share the Gospel with those who are distant from Christ. He shares the story of Elena and how she overcame her struggle to hear God’s voice amidst the world’s “noise.” Support the work of SGA »

]]> SGA-supported pastor Dmitri is working to share the Gospel with those who are distant from Christ. He shares the story of Elena and how she overcame her struggle to hear God’s voice amidst the world’s “noise.” Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15212810 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 507 1 171 full false Episode 170 Seeking the Savior: Not the Handyman SGA-supported missionary pastor Denis ministers to those who are suffering greatly. While his heart aches for them, his goal is their salvation. Listen to Katrina’s story of recognizing her sin and coming to repentance. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> SGA-supported missionary pastor Denis ministers to those who are suffering greatly. While his heart aches for them, his goal is their salvation. Listen to Katrina’s story of recognizing her sin and coming to repentance. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15212690 Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 463 1 170 full false Episode 169 Lost Causes: Found by Christ From an SGA-supported prison ministry comes the story of Tatyana. To anyone who observed, she might have looked like a “lost cause.” Listen to how, with the healing power of Christ, Tatyana was able to turn her life around. Support the work of SGA »

]]> From an SGA-supported prison ministry comes the story of Tatyana. To anyone who observed, she might have looked like a “lost cause.” Listen to how, with the healing power of Christ, Tatyana was able to turn her life around. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15212606 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 650 1 169 full false Episode 168 Katya’s Frantic Cry: God’s Loving Answer When facing the reality of not feeding her family, Katya saw God’s providence. But she does not see Jesus. Pray with Pastor Yura and his wife Luda who are ministering to Katya in Israel. May the eyes of her heart be opened. Support the work of SGA »

 

 

]]> When facing the reality of not feeding her family, Katya saw God’s providence. But she does not see Jesus. Pray with Pastor Yura and his wife Luda who are ministering to Katya in Israel. May the eyes of her heart be opened. Support the work of SGA »

 

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15172801 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 447 1 168 full false Episode 167 Orphan No More: Sevilya’s New Family Pastor Sergei lives in a predominately Muslim city in Central Asia. He knows first-hand the cost of coming to faith in Jesus. Yet Sergei’s joy in Christ flows to all. This includes one orphan girl named Sevilya.  Support the work of SGA »

 

 

]]> Pastor Sergei lives in a predominately Muslim city in Central Asia. He knows first-hand the cost of coming to faith in Jesus. Yet Sergei’s joy in Christ flows to all. This includes one orphan girl named Sevilya.  Support the work of SGA »

 

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15172729 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 524 1 167 full false Episode 166 A Loving Family: Yura’s Dream Pastor Valery has met many who have not experienced the sweetness of a loving family. He recently held a VBS in Belarus and encountered a young man named Yura who lived such a life. But God saw Yura and heard his cry. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Pastor Valery has met many who have not experienced the sweetness of a loving family. He recently held a VBS in Belarus and encountered a young man named Yura who lived such a life. But God saw Yura and heard his cry. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15172701 Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 417 1 166 full false Episode 165 Saintly Gathering: Where Joy Abounds Ivan is an SGA-supported pastor in Belarus. His love for Christ and the church drives him to minister to those in his community. He shares how his local church is working hard to keep the hunger for God’s Word alive. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Ivan is an SGA-supported pastor in Belarus. His love for Christ and the church drives him to minister to those in his community. He shares how his local church is working hard to keep the hunger for God’s Word alive. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15125482 Thu, 30 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 549 1 165 full false Episode 164 Faith Unfolding: Ministry Against Odds Religious freedom in the former Soviet Union is at a premium. SGA-supported Pastor Nikolai shares how he and his team are working to share the Gospel wherever possible as the weather allows for more ministry activities. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Religious freedom in the former Soviet Union is at a premium. SGA-supported Pastor Nikolai shares how he and his team are working to share the Gospel wherever possible as the weather allows for more ministry activities. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15125170 Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 352 1 164 full false Episode 163 Youth Rising: Defying Opposition Maxim is an SGA-supported missionary pastor in Far East Russia. He shares the stories of teens, Yevgeny and Karina, who have a strong desire to know and serve God, even in the midst of great resistance. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Maxim is an SGA-supported missionary pastor in Far East Russia. He shares the stories of teens, Yevgeny and Karina, who have a strong desire to know and serve God, even in the midst of great resistance. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15125109 Sun, 26 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 503 1 163 full false Episode 162 Future Club: The Church of Tomorrow The youth of today are the church of tomorrow. SGA-supported Pastor Nikolai is working to reach unchurched kids. Learn more about “Future Club” and why Gospel-based ministry is so important for today’s youth. Support the work of SGA »

]]> The youth of today are the church of tomorrow. SGA-supported Pastor Nikolai is working to reach unchurched kids. Learn more about “Future Club” and why Gospel-based ministry is so important for today’s youth. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15076751 Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 379 1 162 full false Episode 161 Hope Amidst Cancer: Sonya’s Story God gives us the ability to thrive in times of trial. We are able to rest in His comfort as we navigate life’s challenges. SGA-supported Pastor Alexei shares how one teen showed great faith as she battled cancer. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> God gives us the ability to thrive in times of trial. We are able to rest in His comfort as we navigate life’s challenges. SGA-supported Pastor Alexei shares how one teen showed great faith as she battled cancer. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15076678 Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 493 1 161 full false Episode 160 Seeds of Grace: Growth During Covid In faithfulness to the Great Commission, SGA-supported Pastors Vyacheslav and Gennady share the Gospel with everyone they meet. Learn more about how they have been busy planting seeds of faith, even during the pandemic. Support the work of SGA »

]]> In faithfulness to the Great Commission, SGA-supported Pastors Vyacheslav and Gennady share the Gospel with everyone they meet. Learn more about how they have been busy planting seeds of faith, even during the pandemic. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15076630 Sun, 19 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 407 1 160 full false Episode 159 Light in the Darkness: Roina’s Story In times of hopelessness, we must remember that we are never beyond the reach of God and His grace. SGA-supported pastor Dima shares how God reaches out in our darkness and sheds light on our path. Support the work of SGA »

]]> In times of hopelessness, we must remember that we are never beyond the reach of God and His grace. SGA-supported pastor Dima shares how God reaches out in our darkness and sheds light on our path. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15034569 Thu, 16 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 420 1 159 full false Episode 158 Miracle in Dagestan: God's Open Doors SGA-supported pastor Andrei reports how God opened doors for ministry in southern Russia. Andrei and his team were able to overcome opposition and share words of faith and encouragement to a predominately Muslim population.
Support the work of SGA » 

]]> SGA-supported pastor Andrei reports how God opened doors for ministry in southern Russia. Andrei and his team were able to overcome opposition and share words of faith and encouragement to a predominately Muslim population.
Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15034368 Tue, 14 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 503 1 158 full false Episode 157 Cast Your Nets: Tales of Fishing for Men  Building the church can be daunting at times. But we’re tasked to become fishers of men and SGA-supported pastor Pavel shares an opportunity God presented for him to cast his net. Support the work of SGA » 

]]>  Building the church can be daunting at times. But we’re tasked to become fishers of men and SGA-supported pastor Pavel shares an opportunity God presented for him to cast his net. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-15034849 Sun, 12 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 536 1 157 full false Episode 156 Living Word: Transformed Lives In Russia, Pastor Sergei sows the truths of God’s Word fully and patiently in minds and hearts. He then trusts the Holy Spirit to make the Bible come alive and bear fruit. He tells of two young people to whom he ministers. Support the work of SGA »

]]> In Russia, Pastor Sergei sows the truths of God’s Word fully and patiently in minds and hearts. He then trusts the Holy Spirit to make the Bible come alive and bear fruit. He tells of two young people to whom he ministers. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14998795 Thu, 09 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 432 1 156 full false Episode 155 Simple Faith—Profound Impact Children simply see Jesus for who He is. And many times it is from the mouths of  little ones that parents first hear the clear Gospel message and seek the Lord. Pastor Viktor has seen this firsthand in a Belarus village. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Children simply see Jesus for who He is. And many times it is from the mouths of  little ones that parents first hear the clear Gospel message and seek the Lord. Pastor Viktor has seen this firsthand in a Belarus village. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14998295 Tue, 07 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 468 1 155 full false Episode 154 Transformed Hearts: Maxim’s Mission As an SGA-supported pastor in Far East Russia, Maxim reaches young adults with the Gospel. Time and again, he sees God at work in extraordinary ways. And Maxim’s role? It’s faithfulness as he continues to invest in lives. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> As an SGA-supported pastor in Far East Russia, Maxim reaches young adults with the Gospel. Time and again, he sees God at work in extraordinary ways. And Maxim’s role? It’s faithfulness as he continues to invest in lives. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14998141 Sun, 05 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 499 1 154 full false Episode 153 War’s Echo: Good News in the Aftermath SGA-supported Pastor Andrei spreads the Gospel to give hope amid the turmoil in Ukraine. He shares how believers like Aleksandr are working to renew their spiritual strength after returning from the chaos at the front line. Support the work of SGA »

]]> SGA-supported Pastor Andrei spreads the Gospel to give hope amid the turmoil in Ukraine. He shares how believers like Aleksandr are working to renew their spiritual strength after returning from the chaos at the front line. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14956021 Thu, 02 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 459 1 153 full false Episode 152 Childlike Faith: Nikita’s Triumph Nikita’s story speaks to our need to trust God when our hearts are broken. SGA-supported pastor Pavel shares how this young boy turned to God for healing as his family was falling apart. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Nikita’s story speaks to our need to trust God when our hearts are broken. SGA-supported pastor Pavel shares how this young boy turned to God for healing as his family was falling apart. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14955903 Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 495 1 152 full false Episode 151 Here I Am: Sharing Christ Near & Far Pastor Valery, who serves in central Russia, reports on some exciting developments in their SGA-supported youth outreach. With your support, this ministry can continue drawing young people closer to Christ. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Pastor Valery, who serves in central Russia, reports on some exciting developments in their SGA-supported youth outreach. With your support, this ministry can continue drawing young people closer to Christ. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14955736 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 310 1 151 full false Episode 150 God’s Timely Work: Lena’s Salvation The Lord moves on His timetable, not ours. He only requires us to remain faithful to do what He’s called us to do. In Belarus, Pastor Sergei is rejoicing over what the Lord has been doing in his church for people like Lena. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> The Lord moves on His timetable, not ours. He only requires us to remain faithful to do what He’s called us to do. In Belarus, Pastor Sergei is rejoicing over what the Lord has been doing in his church for people like Lena. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14919085 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 486 1 150 full false Episode 149 Two Divergent Paths: One Amazing Grace One person grows up in a godly home. Another is from “the other side of the tracks.” These are two different journeys, but Pastor Boris has seen God take people from many different experiences and make them His own. Support the work of SGA »

]]> One person grows up in a godly home. Another is from “the other side of the tracks.” These are two different journeys, but Pastor Boris has seen God take people from many different experiences and make them His own. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14915715 Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 444 1 149 full false Episode 148 Sowing Seeds: Investing in God’s Harvest Vyacheslav serves in a former Soviet nation where he has suffered hardship that exists in ministry. He also feels the moments of sweet joy when fruit appears in a person’s life. Here, he shares the harvest he’s seen. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Vyacheslav serves in a former Soviet nation where he has suffered hardship that exists in ministry. He also feels the moments of sweet joy when fruit appears in a person’s life. Here, he shares the harvest he’s seen. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14915581 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 531 1 148 full false Episode 147 Mission of Comfort: Ukraine’s Children Children are resilient; however, they can still carry the scars of post-traumatic stress. Vasily, an SGA-supported pastor and his church members in Ukraine, are working to bring comfort to kids who have endured so much.  Support the work of SGA »

]]> Children are resilient; however, they can still carry the scars of post-traumatic stress. Vasily, an SGA-supported pastor and his church members in Ukraine, are working to bring comfort to kids who have endured so much.  Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14874362 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 373 1 147 full false Episode 146 Out of the Water: New Life in Christ For those who live in an environment of heartache, it can be difficult to find hope. By helping introduce kids to God’s grace, they can truly leave their old lives behind and begin to see life through God’s lens. Support the work of SGA »

]]> For those who live in an environment of heartache, it can be difficult to find hope. By helping introduce kids to God’s grace, they can truly leave their old lives behind and begin to see life through God’s lens. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14874152 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 518 1 146 full false Episode 145 Intentional Service: Choose the Eternal In north-central Ukraine, Vasily and his team are ministering to orphans, local children and those in poverty through Summer Camps. By sharing the Gospel, the team is planting seeds of faith — even in the midst of chaos. Support the work of SGA »

]]> In north-central Ukraine, Vasily and his team are ministering to orphans, local children and those in poverty through Summer Camps. By sharing the Gospel, the team is planting seeds of faith — even in the midst of chaos. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14873344 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 535 1 145 full false Episode 144 Mundane Days: Miracles in the Ordinary Even when it looks like nothing is happening, God is at work! Pastor Alexander labors for Christ in a village in Belarus. He is working to ensure that the truth of Christ is heard on all of those “regular” days. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Even when it looks like nothing is happening, God is at work! Pastor Alexander labors for Christ in a village in Belarus. He is working to ensure that the truth of Christ is heard on all of those “regular” days. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14821297 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 458 1 144 full false Episode 143 Victory in Adversity: A Missionary Story God is greater than anything Satan can do to hinder our progress. In Ukraine, SGA-supported pastors like Vadim are working hard to serve internally displaced people in spite of facing almost insurmountable challenges. Support the work of SGA »

]]> God is greater than anything Satan can do to hinder our progress. In Ukraine, SGA-supported pastors like Vadim are working hard to serve internally displaced people in spite of facing almost insurmountable challenges. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14820684 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 432 1 143 full false Episode 142 Orphans Redeemed: Ambassadors of Hope No greater example of the transforming love of Christ exists than in the lives of orphan children. In this story from a former Soviet nation, witness how the church is ministering to abandoned children through Orphans Reborn.
Support the work of SGA »

]]> No greater example of the transforming love of Christ exists than in the lives of orphan children. In this story from a former Soviet nation, witness how the church is ministering to abandoned children through Orphans Reborn.
Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14820518 Sun, 07 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 496 1 142 full false Episode 141 Foolishness to Some: Hope for Us All The Gospel is so extraordinary that a dear brother risks his life to take this message to a village at the border of a Muslim country. He shares the Good News with children during an SGA-supported Summer Camp ministry. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> The Gospel is so extraordinary that a dear brother risks his life to take this message to a village at the border of a Muslim country. He shares the Good News with children during an SGA-supported Summer Camp ministry. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14779747 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 393 1 141 full false Episode 140 Praise: God’s Gift & Design When the Holy Spirit fuels us, we’ll even praise God in the darkest of times! Pastor Oleg wanted to fill his service with that kind of praise this past Easter. And one young girl stood out for her desire to lift her voice. Support the work of SGA »

]]> When the Holy Spirit fuels us, we’ll even praise God in the darkest of times! Pastor Oleg wanted to fill his service with that kind of praise this past Easter. And one young girl stood out for her desire to lift her voice. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14774635 Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 482 1 140 full false Episode 139 Easter Revival: Hope for Belarus Easter has passed and SGA-supported missionary Pastor Sergei and his church are rejoicing for the way God moved in their outreaches. Sergei wants to share his thanks with you—our partners—who helped make it possible. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Easter has passed and SGA-supported missionary Pastor Sergei and his church are rejoicing for the way God moved in their outreaches. Sergei wants to share his thanks with you—our partners—who helped make it possible. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14774521 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 359 1 139 full false Episode 138 Melting Idols: Crucible of Affliction Pastor Alexander has witnessed the crucible of affliction being used by God. As He melts away idols, He turns hearts to worship the one true God—Himself. Alexander tells of one man who had been rejecting God and His people. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Pastor Alexander has witnessed the crucible of affliction being used by God. As He melts away idols, He turns hearts to worship the one true God—Himself. Alexander tells of one man who had been rejecting God and His people. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14747690 Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 479 1 138 full false Episode 137 Beyond Comfortable: A Cemetery Encounter Sometimes, God so burdens your heart that you have to venture outside your comfort zone and trust Him. Recently Pastor Serik experienced this in Central Asia where God placed a man in Serik’s life who he struggled to reach. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Sometimes, God so burdens your heart that you have to venture outside your comfort zone and trust Him. Recently Pastor Serik experienced this in Central Asia where God placed a man in Serik’s life who he struggled to reach. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14747628 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 533 1 137 full false Episode 136 Prayerful Courage: The Church in Wartime Israeli law forbids Pastor Sasha and his church from evangelizing Jewish people with the Gospel. Still, they find ways while distributing food aid to the war-afflicted. But it’s not an easy task, and they need our prayers. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Israeli law forbids Pastor Sasha and his church from evangelizing Jewish people with the Gospel. Still, they find ways while distributing food aid to the war-afflicted. But it’s not an easy task, and they need our prayers. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14747581 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 578 1 136 full false Episode 135 Divine Encounters: The Flat Tire Gospel Pastor Viktor and his team have traveled over 7,000 miles, visited 38 villages, and held 93 worship services across Russia. Viktor shares how God created opportunities to share His word with people in need along the way. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Pastor Viktor and his team have traveled over 7,000 miles, visited 38 villages, and held 93 worship services across Russia. Viktor shares how God created opportunities to share His word with people in need along the way. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14698358 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 440 1 135 full false Episode 134 Peace in Chaos: Serving Christ in Crisis SGA-Supported pastor, Vasily reports on conditions in Ukraine as he ministers the Gospel to those who need Christ. His efforts are helping people cope with the stress and uncertainty of war. Learn more about Vasily’s example of faithfulness. Support the work of SGA »

]]> SGA-Supported pastor, Vasily reports on conditions in Ukraine as he ministers the Gospel to those who need Christ. His efforts are helping people cope with the stress and uncertainty of war. Learn more about Vasily’s example of faithfulness. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14698113 Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 403 1 134 full false Episode 133 Good News in Chaos: Stories from Ukraine Peter, an SGA-Supported missionary pastor in Ukraine is working to share the Gospel and much-needed aid with those in that region who were affected by the war. Learn more about how under God’s protection, Peter is bringing hope to people in need. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Peter, an SGA-Supported missionary pastor in Ukraine is working to share the Gospel and much-needed aid with those in that region who were affected by the war. Learn more about how under God’s protection, Peter is bringing hope to people in need. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14698075 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 420 1 133 full false Episode 132 Seeing Jesus: Sight Beyond Sight There is only one cure for spiritual blindness—repentance and faith in Christ. Pastor Andrei shares Oksana’s story, who was both spiritually and physically blind. Learn how God brought her out of her spiritual blindness. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> There is only one cure for spiritual blindness—repentance and faith in Christ. Pastor Andrei shares Oksana’s story, who was both spiritually and physically blind. Learn how God brought her out of her spiritual blindness. Support the work of SGA » 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14646801 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 508 1 132 full false Episode 131 Faith in Action: Reflecting Christ As believers, it’s important to show God’s transformational power to others in everything we do. Pastor Vladimir shares how a negative witness can profoundly impact others as they seek God’s healing. Support the work of SGA »

]]> As believers, it’s important to show God’s transformational power to others in everything we do. Pastor Vladimir shares how a negative witness can profoundly impact others as they seek God’s healing. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14646662 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 432 1 131 full false Episode 130 Disappointment: His Appointment Though people may disappoint us, God never will. Dealing with her husband’s unfaithfulness, Makha sought counsel from Pastor Garnik. Learn more about how she turned to Christ to find peace in a difficult situation. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Though people may disappoint us, God never will. Dealing with her husband’s unfaithfulness, Makha sought counsel from Pastor Garnik. Learn more about how she turned to Christ to find peace in a difficult situation. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14646570 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600 481 1 130 full false Episode 129 Faith Refined: Anastasia’s Journey Tested faith is no stranger to Igor. He’s a missionary pastor in Ukraine. And like many of the faithful there, he is tested on a daily basis. But Igor shares of one new believer who has truly been in the refiner’s fire. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Tested faith is no stranger to Igor. He’s a missionary pastor in Ukraine. And like many of the faithful there, he is tested on a daily basis. But Igor shares of one new believer who has truly been in the refiner’s fire. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14611112 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600 474 1 129 full false Episode 128 Facing Death: Choosing Hope How did God share the Gospel with an orphan girl named Kristina in Russia? Through the faithful witness of Olya. Because of her, Kristina discovered her heavenly daddy and introduced him to her terminally-ill mom. Support the work of SGA »

]]> How did God share the Gospel with an orphan girl named Kristina in Russia? Through the faithful witness of Olya. Because of her, Kristina discovered her heavenly daddy and introduced him to her terminally-ill mom. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14611029 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600 562 1 128 full false Episode 127 Belonging: Orphans in Our Family In the early church, believers’ safe place was the family of God. Elena has witnessed the difference the body of Christ makes today for orphan children through the SGA-supported Orphans Reborn ministry in eastern Russia.
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]]> In the early church, believers’ safe place was the family of God. Elena has witnessed the difference the body of Christ makes today for orphan children through the SGA-supported Orphans Reborn ministry in eastern Russia.
Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14609914 Sun, 03 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0600 492 1 127 full false Episode 126 Divine Surprise: Sharing in Miracles Often, God brings us unexpected opportunities to share the Gospel. At other times, we might plan a specific outreach, then the Lord prompts us to go further. Pastor Ivan in Belarus shared one such opportunity. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Often, God brings us unexpected opportunities to share the Gospel. At other times, we might plan a specific outreach, then the Lord prompts us to go further. Pastor Ivan in Belarus shared one such opportunity. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14555488 Thu, 29 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 369 1 126 full false Episode 125 God’s Providence: Purpose in Pain Vasily and Lena have been rocked by the war in Ukraine. They ended up at a shelter in central Ukraine where they met Andrei—an SGA-supported pastor. But even before this, God was leading them to faith in His Son Jesus. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Vasily and Lena have been rocked by the war in Ukraine. They ended up at a shelter in central Ukraine where they met Andrei—an SGA-supported pastor. But even before this, God was leading them to faith in His Son Jesus. Support the work of SGA »

 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14555219 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 503 1 125 full false Episode 124 Enduring with Joy: Zinaida’s Story In Christ, we can let go of past hurts. That’s what Pastor Eugene does in Ukraine, where his faith has been tested. And he’s seen that those who count their lives as loss for the sake of Christ are shining most brightly.  Support the work of SGA »

]]> In Christ, we can let go of past hurts. That’s what Pastor Eugene does in Ukraine, where his faith has been tested. And he’s seen that those who count their lives as loss for the sake of Christ are shining most brightly.  Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14554957 Sun, 25 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 433 1 124 full false Episode 123 Bully to Blessing: A Redemption Story In a predominately Muslim nation, a faithful servant has given his life to taking the Gospel to the broken and forgotten. Once he was lost to this world and bullied others. But now he’s a powerful ambassador of Christ. Support the work of SGA »

]]> In a predominately Muslim nation, a faithful servant has given his life to taking the Gospel to the broken and forgotten. Once he was lost to this world and bullied others. But now he’s a powerful ambassador of Christ. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14506575 Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 542 1 123 full false Episode 122 Pity in Action: Strangers in the Dark Often in the war in Ukraine, strangers in need show up at all hours, asking for food and shelter. Pastor Vyacheslav has seen a steady stream come to his church. Recently, he received a call in the middle of the night. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Often in the war in Ukraine, strangers in need show up at all hours, asking for food and shelter. Pastor Vyacheslav has seen a steady stream come to his church. Recently, he received a call in the middle of the night. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14506549 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 463 1 122 full false Episode 121 Atheism to Poetry: God’s Grace Unveiled It took almost 17 years before an unnamed man in Pastor Alexander’s church repented. The brother had been homeless and an alcoholic. Yet, God in His timing, called the man to be a writer of poetry and a preacher of His Word. Support the work of SGA »

]]> It took almost 17 years before an unnamed man in Pastor Alexander’s church repented. The brother had been homeless and an alcoholic. Yet, God in His timing, called the man to be a writer of poetry and a preacher of His Word. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14506478 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 437 1 121 full false Episode 120 Silencing Ignorance: Doing Good Pastor Viktor and his church in Siberia give time and resources to minister to those with nothing. Single mothers and widows are those most often in need. Viktor shared of one widow who was overwhelmed by their visit. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Pastor Viktor and his church in Siberia give time and resources to minister to those with nothing. Single mothers and widows are those most often in need. Viktor shared of one widow who was overwhelmed by their visit. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14467423 Thu, 15 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 452 1 120 full false Episode 119 Frontline Faith: Love Beyond War Mykhailo is a deacon at a church in Ukraine. His congregation has seen much destruction in the war. But with aid shipped by SGA from Poland, these believers provide for those in need and help hopeless people find hope. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Mykhailo is a deacon at a church in Ukraine. His congregation has seen much destruction in the war. But with aid shipped by SGA from Poland, these believers provide for those in need and help hopeless people find hope. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14467182 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 502 1 119 full false Episode 118 God’s Provision: Finances & Beyond In Central Asia, Pastor Volodya saw the physical and financial needs of little Oysha and her grandmother. He helped with both, but he didn’t rest there. Volodya, along with his church family, ministered to their souls. Support the work of SGA »

]]> In Central Asia, Pastor Volodya saw the physical and financial needs of little Oysha and her grandmother. He helped with both, but he didn’t rest there. Volodya, along with his church family, ministered to their souls. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14467107 Sun, 11 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 440 1 118 full false Episode 117 Value in Hardship: Joy Amidst Challenges Pastor Pavel frequently endures difficulties to serve Christ in Belarus, where he ministers to many with disabilities. This is often a forgotten and disregarded population of every country. But God has burdened Pavel’s heart for the disabled. Support the work of SGA.  

]]> Pastor Pavel frequently endures difficulties to serve Christ in Belarus, where he ministers to many with disabilities. This is often a forgotten and disregarded population of every country. But God has burdened Pavel’s heart for the disabled. Support the work of SGA.  

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14429223 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 454 1 117 full false Episode 116 Building in Adversity: God is Working Rather than dwelling on the hardship and trials of ongoing war in Ukraine, Pastor Oleg is focused on the mission to make Christ known. He sees God building His church, and everything else fades from worry. Support the work of SGA.

]]> Rather than dwelling on the hardship and trials of ongoing war in Ukraine, Pastor Oleg is focused on the mission to make Christ known. He sees God building His church, and everything else fades from worry. Support the work of SGA.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14429116 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 419 1 116 full false Episode 115 Nikolai’s Peace: Embracing Heaven’s Call For Pastor Nikolai, the difficult news of terminal cancer was taken with peace. As he processed this diagnosis, he made sure all is in order for his church and family. Then, Nikolai started “packing his bags for heaven.” Support the work of SGA 

]]> For Pastor Nikolai, the difficult news of terminal cancer was taken with peace. As he processed this diagnosis, he made sure all is in order for his church and family. Then, Nikolai started “packing his bags for heaven.” Support the work of SGA 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14428904 Sun, 04 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 564 1 115 full false Episode 114 Overcoming Evil: Viktor’s Gospel Answer Many refugees from eastern Ukraine are in Pastor Viktor’s region of Russia. Their grief is overwhelming. But Viktor and his church are serving Christ by ministering to their needs through the goodness and compassion of God. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Many refugees from eastern Ukraine are in Pastor Viktor’s region of Russia. Their grief is overwhelming. But Viktor and his church are serving Christ by ministering to their needs through the goodness and compassion of God. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14354231 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0600 486 1 114 full false Episode 113 Ukraine’s Faithful: Praise Amidst Peril Often in our trials, we see Jesus as the steady anchor for our souls. That’s been Pastor Vladimir’s experience in Ukraine, where he’s seen people seeking answers from God and praising Him when all else is falling apart. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Often in our trials, we see Jesus as the steady anchor for our souls. That’s been Pastor Vladimir’s experience in Ukraine, where he’s seen people seeking answers from God and praising Him when all else is falling apart. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14354168 Tue, 30 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 450 1 113 full false Episode 112 God's Hands: Shelter in the Firestorm A city in eastern Ukraine has been under constant bombardment during the war. But through Pastor Alexander’s faithful service, many are hearing of the hope they have in Jesus—a hope that transcends the heartbreak of war. Support the work of SGA »

]]> A city in eastern Ukraine has been under constant bombardment during the war. But through Pastor Alexander’s faithful service, many are hearing of the hope they have in Jesus—a hope that transcends the heartbreak of war. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14354028 Sun, 28 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 440 1 112 full false Episode 111 Love Amid Bombing: Christmas Courage What would you do if missiles began flying and bombs started exploding? Would you keep your eyes on Christ? Many of us wouldn’t know what we’d do. But in the midst of war in Ukraine, there were youth who didn’t miss a beat. Support the work of SGA »

]]> What would you do if missiles began flying and bombs started exploding? Would you keep your eyes on Christ? Many of us wouldn’t know what we’d do. But in the midst of war in Ukraine, there were youth who didn’t miss a beat. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14297930 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 472 1 111 full false Episode 110 Love Beyond Labels: Serving the Outcasts In western Russia, tuberculosis patients and physically challenged children are beloved objects of Pastor Dmitri’s ministry. Dmitri and his church are praying that God brings a great harvest among these ostracized people. Support the work of SGA »

]]> In western Russia, tuberculosis patients and physically challenged children are beloved objects of Pastor Dmitri’s ministry. Dmitri and his church are praying that God brings a great harvest among these ostracized people. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14297860 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 342 1 110 full false Episode 109 Angels Rejoice: For the One Who Repents Vasily is an SGA-supported missionary pastor in Belarus. He has seen God’s hand at work in the young lives of Andrei, Volodya, and Daniel. And he is eager to share the joy of seeing God turn them to faith in His Son. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Vasily is an SGA-supported missionary pastor in Belarus. He has seen God’s hand at work in the young lives of Andrei, Volodya, and Daniel. And he is eager to share the joy of seeing God turn them to faith in His Son. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14297704 Sun, 21 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 388 1 109 full false Episode 108 God is listening: Untimely Prayer Answered Prayer knows no boundaries of time or depth. In Russia, Pastor Alexander has seen answered prayers in unexpected times. Hear more about the power of prayer and how faithful servants, like Alexander, are making a difference. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Prayer knows no boundaries of time or depth. In Russia, Pastor Alexander has seen answered prayers in unexpected times. Hear more about the power of prayer and how faithful servants, like Alexander, are making a difference. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14297657 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 456 1 108 full false Episode 107 Patience: Hope in War’s Shadow Pastor Vladimir, in Ukraine, is sharing God’s Word while meeting the urgent needs of the community. Hear more about how Vladimir is planting the seeds of the Gospel and waiting patiently for them to take hold. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Pastor Vladimir, in Ukraine, is sharing God’s Word while meeting the urgent needs of the community. Hear more about how Vladimir is planting the seeds of the Gospel and waiting patiently for them to take hold. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14292725 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 419 1 107 full false Episode 106 Lost and Found: A Tale of Redemption Pastor Alexander ministers to people in Belarus, like Vasily, whose lives have been consumed by their sin. After living a broken and empty life, Vasily came back to his faith. Hear about Vasily’s path to redemption. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Pastor Alexander ministers to people in Belarus, like Vasily, whose lives have been consumed by their sin. After living a broken and empty life, Vasily came back to his faith. Hear about Vasily’s path to redemption. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14292535 Sun, 14 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 533 1 106 full false Episode 105 An SGA Christmas: Seeds and Smiles God is accomplishing much in former Soviet nations, and you are an essential part in the fellowship of ministry through SGA! We thank you for your bond with us and with those working the harvest and planting the seeds of the Gospel. Like Viktor. Support the work of SGA »

]]> God is accomplishing much in former Soviet nations, and you are an essential part in the fellowship of ministry through SGA! We thank you for your bond with us and with those working the harvest and planting the seeds of the Gospel. Like Viktor. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14212006 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 416 1 105 full false Episode 104 Siberia: Frozen Fields, Faithful Hearts Western Siberia’s harsh climate of 90+ degree summers and winters of double-digits below zero does not deter faithful SGA-supported missionary pastors. They’re intent on reaching the unreached with the Gospel! Alexander is one such faithful pastor. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Western Siberia’s harsh climate of 90+ degree summers and winters of double-digits below zero does not deter faithful SGA-supported missionary pastors. They’re intent on reaching the unreached with the Gospel! Alexander is one such faithful pastor. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14211977 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 485 1 104 full false Episode 103 Moldova’s Gospel Glow: Love in the Storm Ukrainian refugees are experiencing the love of God as they come to churches in the former Soviet nation of Moldova. Hear how believers are meeting temporal needs and proclaiming the Gospel in the consuming storm of the war in Ukraine. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Ukrainian refugees are experiencing the love of God as they come to churches in the former Soviet nation of Moldova. Hear how believers are meeting temporal needs and proclaiming the Gospel in the consuming storm of the war in Ukraine. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14211917 Sun, 07 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 429 1 103 full false Episode 102 Hope Abounds: Peace and Joy in Ukraine There is a longing for joy and peace in Ukraine. Andrei, supported by SGA, is ministering to the spiritual and physical needs of his neighbors by turning their hearts toward God. Hear about these incredible transformations. Support the work of SGA »

]]> There is a longing for joy and peace in Ukraine. Andrei, supported by SGA, is ministering to the spiritual and physical needs of his neighbors by turning their hearts toward God. Hear about these incredible transformations. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14177239 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 427 1 102 full false Episode 101 Real Compassion: Beyond Warmth and Food Pastor Alexander knows that proclaiming the Gospel to the orphaned children and elderly in Belarus is the most important way to serve them. Learn more about how Alexander supports his community by teaching them about Jesus. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Pastor Alexander knows that proclaiming the Gospel to the orphaned children and elderly in Belarus is the most important way to serve them. Learn more about how Alexander supports his community by teaching them about Jesus. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14177184 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0600 436 1 101 full false Episode 100 Enduring Faith: Joy in Adversity Despite their struggles, Yura and Luda place their trust in God. The SGA-supported missionary couple left Ukraine to help serve and plant churches in Israel. Hear about how they find joy in their service to God. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Despite their struggles, Yura and Luda place their trust in God. The SGA-supported missionary couple left Ukraine to help serve and plant churches in Israel. Hear about how they find joy in their service to God. Support the work of SGA »

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14177129 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600 432 1 100 full false Episode 099 Different Paths: Common Hope With a desire to witness to everyone and a patient trust in God, Pastor Vyacheslav is leading people to repentance and faith in Christ. They’re people like Oleg and Denis who travelled different paths, but are united through a common hope in Jesus.

]]> With a desire to witness to everyone and a patient trust in God, Pastor Vyacheslav is leading people to repentance and faith in Christ. They’re people like Oleg and Denis who travelled different paths, but are united through a common hope in Jesus.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14168706 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600 464 1 99 full false Episode 098 Criminal to Witness: A Prison Conversion God is turning lives to Himself, and He’s doing that through Pastor Alexander who ministers in a maximum security prison in Belarus. For the most part, the world has given up on those called “criminal.” But Alexander sees God at work in their lives. 

]]> God is turning lives to Himself, and He’s doing that through Pastor Alexander who ministers in a maximum security prison in Belarus. For the most part, the world has given up on those called “criminal.” But Alexander sees God at work in their lives. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14168641 Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600 499 1 98 full false Episode 097 37,000 Miles of Fruit: Aiding the Needy For Pastor Piotr, the war in Ukraine has not stopped him from travelling to minister to displaced families. “I have already traveled more than 37,000 miles on such trips,” he says. Hear more of how the seeds of the Gospel are now bearing fruit!

]]> For Pastor Piotr, the war in Ukraine has not stopped him from travelling to minister to displaced families. “I have already traveled more than 37,000 miles on such trips,” he says. Hear more of how the seeds of the Gospel are now bearing fruit!

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14168568 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600 301 1 97 full false Episode 096 War’s Impact: Viktor’s Sacrifice Though missile attacks continue in Kiev, Ukraine and his family faces many health challenges, Pastor Viktor is faithful to labor for the Gospel. Hear how Viktor and his church are sharing the hope of Christ with people in this battered region.

]]> Though missile attacks continue in Kiev, Ukraine and his family faces many health challenges, Pastor Viktor is faithful to labor for the Gospel. Hear how Viktor and his church are sharing the hope of Christ with people in this battered region.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14101545 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600 408 1 96 full false Episode 095 Gratitude in Action: God’s Will for You Valery is an SGA-supported missionary pastor in southern Belarus who has seen the whispered work of God in small, unexpected moments. Some of those moments arise following the delivery of a single bag of groceries to a soul in great need. 

]]> Valery is an SGA-supported missionary pastor in southern Belarus who has seen the whispered work of God in small, unexpected moments. Some of those moments arise following the delivery of a single bag of groceries to a soul in great need. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14101511 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600 472 1 95 full false Episode 094 Beyond Pity: Biblical Compassion When Pastor Gennady travelled to minister to those suffering in Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine, he saw things that broke his heart. But then God moved Gennady’s heart to do something—to preach Christ to the lost and to care for their needs.

]]> When Pastor Gennady travelled to minister to those suffering in Russian-occupied regions of Ukraine, he saw things that broke his heart. But then God moved Gennady’s heart to do something—to preach Christ to the lost and to care for their needs.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14101477 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0600 419 1 94 full false Episode 093 Facing Rejection: Sowing Hope God has called Pastor Vladimir to minister in a village that is uninterested to hearing The Good News. He prays for the strength to carry on his mission because he trusts in God’s plan and timing.  Vladimir finds hope in unlikely places. 

]]> God has called Pastor Vladimir to minister in a village that is uninterested to hearing The Good News. He prays for the strength to carry on his mission because he trusts in God’s plan and timing.  Vladimir finds hope in unlikely places. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14088501 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0600 633 1 93 full false Episode 092 Outside the Box: Alexei's Ministry Alexei, a missionary in Belarus, uses his talents and skills as a carpenter to connect with young people and teach them about Jesus Christ through the Gospel. By reaching out to them beyond the church building he created a transformative experience.

]]> Alexei, a missionary in Belarus, uses his talents and skills as a carpenter to connect with young people and teach them about Jesus Christ through the Gospel. By reaching out to them beyond the church building he created a transformative experience.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14088472 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0600 417 1 92 full false Episode 091 Judaism to Jesus: Suren's Fresh Wisdom Suren, a Jewish man from Buhkara, believed he was on the right path. He didn’t understand why people would follow Jesus Christ. Until one day he met Olga, an SGA-supported worker. She helped open his eyes and heart to God’s Word. 

]]> Suren, a Jewish man from Buhkara, believed he was on the right path. He didn’t understand why people would follow Jesus Christ. Until one day he met Olga, an SGA-supported worker. She helped open his eyes and heart to God’s Word. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14088431 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0600 463 1 91 full false Episode 090 Times of Conflict: Finding Peace As we are preparing for Christmas, people in Ukraine are living in a war zone. Amidst the violence and hostility, the Lord continues to walk with us. The eternal peace of God overcomes whatever happens in the world around us. 

]]> As we are preparing for Christmas, people in Ukraine are living in a war zone. Amidst the violence and hostility, the Lord continues to walk with us. The eternal peace of God overcomes whatever happens in the world around us. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14045764 Thu, 07 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0600 418 1 90 full false Episode 089 A Mission of Compassion: Soviet Georgia Many people are living in great poverty in the former Soviet country of Georgia. God calls us to have compassion for the poor and to share the life-changing Gospel. One pastor recounts a visit with a desperate family in need of prayers.  

]]> Many people are living in great poverty in the former Soviet country of Georgia. God calls us to have compassion for the poor and to share the life-changing Gospel. One pastor recounts a visit with a desperate family in need of prayers.  

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14045738 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0600 383 1 89 full false Episode 088 Renewed in Spirit: Unwavering Service Valery, a pastor in Ukraine, places his trust in God despite feeling alone in his mission. In the early days of the war the church grew, but now that the war has lingered on, people have grown discouraged. Valery finds strength in the Lord.

]]> Valery, a pastor in Ukraine, places his trust in God despite feeling alone in his mission. In the early days of the war the church grew, but now that the war has lingered on, people have grown discouraged. Valery finds strength in the Lord.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-14045722 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 08:00:00 -0600 478 1 88 full false Episode 087 Defying Destiny: Karina’s Difficult Path Only with God as our as light, can we overcome darkness in our lives. Pastor Vladimir ministers to children in Ukraine, helping to guide them to the truth of the Gospel. He knows that with God’s grace anything is possible, and lives can be changed.

]]> Only with God as our as light, can we overcome darkness in our lives. Pastor Vladimir ministers to children in Ukraine, helping to guide them to the truth of the Gospel. He knows that with God’s grace anything is possible, and lives can be changed.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13982202 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 415 1 87 full false Episode 086 White Fields: Hopeful Harvest Rezi seeks out the lost and forgotten people to spread God’s message in the former Soviet country of Georgia. He reaches people who have never heard The Good News and brings them hope through Jesus Christ. Providing food for the soul is everlasting. 

]]> Rezi seeks out the lost and forgotten people to spread God’s message in the former Soviet country of Georgia. He reaches people who have never heard The Good News and brings them hope through Jesus Christ. Providing food for the soul is everlasting. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13982156 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 413 1 86 full false Episode 085 Divine Appointment: Choosing Grace Pastor Ilya encounters a young woman in great need. Instead of going on with his busy day, he stops to help. Ilya is living as a faithful servant of Jesus Christ serving the poor. His compassion opens hearts and minds to God’s Word. 

]]> Pastor Ilya encounters a young woman in great need. Instead of going on with his busy day, he stops to help. Ilya is living as a faithful servant of Jesus Christ serving the poor. His compassion opens hearts and minds to God’s Word. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13982113 Sun, 26 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 413 1 85 full false Episode 084 The Fear of God: Breaking Shackles Christ is inviting us to follow Him. By placing our trust in God, we will be shown the path forward. Dmitri, a pastor in Belarus, and his wife experienced this firsthand when they had worries and fears about taking in poor orphans. 

]]> Christ is inviting us to follow Him. By placing our trust in God, we will be shown the path forward. Dmitri, a pastor in Belarus, and his wife experienced this firsthand when they had worries and fears about taking in poor orphans. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13961292 Thu, 23 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 498 1 84 full false Episode 083 Challenging Times: Divine Appointments Trusting God’s will can be challenging, especially in war-torn Ukraine. Igor is a pastor working in prison ministry and believes that God placed him there for a reason. The Good News is being shared to more prisoners than ever before. 

]]> Trusting God’s will can be challenging, especially in war-torn Ukraine. Igor is a pastor working in prison ministry and believes that God placed him there for a reason. The Good News is being shared to more prisoners than ever before. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13961207 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 418 1 83 full false Episode 082 Heavenly Treasure: Bountiful Giving God calls us to share our treasures bountifully and that we will reap the rewards. Alexander, a missionary in Belarus, shares a story of a generous act of kindness from a poor man, who gave away what little he had to his suffering neighbor. 

]]> God calls us to share our treasures bountifully and that we will reap the rewards. Alexander, a missionary in Belarus, shares a story of a generous act of kindness from a poor man, who gave away what little he had to his suffering neighbor. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13961165 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 403 1 82 full false Episode 081 Food Aid and Faith: Stories from Ukraine Many people in war-torn Ukraine, like Olena, are seeking aid from local SGA-supported churches. Witnessing the good works of the churches, Olena and many others are receiving a helping hand in addition to learning the Gospel of Christ.

]]> Many people in war-torn Ukraine, like Olena, are seeking aid from local SGA-supported churches. Witnessing the good works of the churches, Olena and many others are receiving a helping hand in addition to learning the Gospel of Christ.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13947403 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 365 1 81 full false Episode 080 Harvest of Souls: Providers of Joy Pavel, a faithful pastor in a Muslim-majority country, ministers to children who have been through terrible trials. Pavel finds inspiration from the joy he sees when the orphans come to realize the love of the Lord.

]]> Pavel, a faithful pastor in a Muslim-majority country, ministers to children who have been through terrible trials. Pavel finds inspiration from the joy he sees when the orphans come to realize the love of the Lord.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13933766 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 473 1 80 full false Episode 079 Faith in Action: Thanksgiving Amidst War Many of the orphans Pastor Vitaly meets in Siberia have experienced suffering at the hands of others. Through the help of the believers at the Crisis Center, a young woman named Katya, learns about God’s redeeming love and healing power. 

]]> Many of the orphans Pastor Vitaly meets in Siberia have experienced suffering at the hands of others. Through the help of the believers at the Crisis Center, a young woman named Katya, learns about God’s redeeming love and healing power. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13931319 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 463 1 79 full false Episode 078 Faith in Action: Thanksgiving Amidst War Pastor Mikhailo has been sharing the Gospel and much-needed aid with thankful refugee families in Ukraine. In a recent report, he shares how the gift of food and shelter—combined with the lovingkindness of God—dropped healing balm into wounded lives. 

]]> Pastor Mikhailo has been sharing the Gospel and much-needed aid with thankful refugee families in Ukraine. In a recent report, he shares how the gift of food and shelter—combined with the lovingkindness of God—dropped healing balm into wounded lives. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13883711 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 372 1 78 full false Episode 077 Blessed in Renewal: Serving the Disabled Pavel is a faithful SGA-supported missionary pastor in Belarus who has a heart for the overlooked, the forgotten, the abandoned, and the mistreated. He was recently blessed to baptize Sveta, who was born disabled and abandoned by her parents.

]]> Pavel is a faithful SGA-supported missionary pastor in Belarus who has a heart for the overlooked, the forgotten, the abandoned, and the mistreated. He was recently blessed to baptize Sveta, who was born disabled and abandoned by her parents.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13883640 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0600 462 1 77 full false Episode 076 Trauma to Forgiveness: A Teen’s Journey Many orphan children in the former Soviet Union have endured incredible pain. To one teen, the concept of forgiveness wasn’t even a consideration. But that didn’t stop Pastor Sergei from faithfully ministering to a broken and hurting heart. 

]]> Many orphan children in the former Soviet Union have endured incredible pain. To one teen, the concept of forgiveness wasn’t even a consideration. But that didn’t stop Pastor Sergei from faithfully ministering to a broken and hurting heart. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13883591 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 07:00:00 -0600 523 1 76 full false Episode 075 Faithful Planting: Trusting God’s Growth Vycheslav is a faithful missionary pastor in Russia. One place he loves to visit and share the Gospel is an orphanage. When COVID blocked him from visiting there for a long time, Vycheslav thought he would lose contact with the children. But God . . .

]]> Vycheslav is a faithful missionary pastor in Russia. One place he loves to visit and share the Gospel is an orphanage. When COVID blocked him from visiting there for a long time, Vycheslav thought he would lose contact with the children. But God . . .

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13834541 Thu, 02 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 387 1 75 full false Episode 074 Embracing Disabilities: Embracing Grace When we “see” each life as God does, we see them as potential vessels of His grace and purpose, and worthy of our love. There’s a beautiful story like that which shows us the fruit of an SGA-supported Summer Camp for children with special needs.

]]> When we “see” each life as God does, we see them as potential vessels of His grace and purpose, and worthy of our love. There’s a beautiful story like that which shows us the fruit of an SGA-supported Summer Camp for children with special needs.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13834525 Tue, 31 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 458 1 74 full false Episode 073 Comfort in Tragedy: Brave Little Marina It’s almost unthinkable that a little girl would suffer so she could comfort others. But so it is in war-torn Ukraine, where Marina lost her leg under a collapsing wall after an explosion. Now she’s caring for other victims of this tragic conflict. 

]]> It’s almost unthinkable that a little girl would suffer so she could comfort others. But so it is in war-torn Ukraine, where Marina lost her leg under a collapsing wall after an explosion. Now she’s caring for other victims of this tragic conflict. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13834511 Sun, 29 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 437 1 73 full false Episode 072 Issachar: A Jewish Journey to Jesus Issachar was a proud and faithful Jew who thought he had honored God with his life. He met many Christians who came to Israel to observe history—which to Issachar seemed like a waste of money. But our sovereign God had other plans for him.

]]> Issachar was a proud and faithful Jew who thought he had honored God with his life. He met many Christians who came to Israel to observe history—which to Issachar seemed like a waste of money. But our sovereign God had other plans for him.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13802850 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 458 1 72 full false Episode 071 Steadfast Love: Caring for the Uncaring Ever tried to be kind to a person who is not very nice? It’s hard! But your love—a long-suffering love—might be just what they need. Sasha and Diana are faithful servants who tirelessly reach out to orphan children who can be quite unlovable. 

]]> Ever tried to be kind to a person who is not very nice? It’s hard! But your love—a long-suffering love—might be just what they need. Sasha and Diana are faithful servants who tirelessly reach out to orphan children who can be quite unlovable. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13802674 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 530 1 71 full false Episode 070 Transformed Teens: Together in the Word Facing the world without a support system is hard, and so we praise God for the fellowship of a local church. Pastor Alexei has seen the strength of the body of believers in action in Belarus—even younger ones encouraging and blessing one another! 

]]> Facing the world without a support system is hard, and so we praise God for the fellowship of a local church. Pastor Alexei has seen the strength of the body of believers in action in Belarus—even younger ones encouraging and blessing one another! 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13802559 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 455 1 70 full false Episode 069 Suffering as a Platform: Sergei’s Story When a shell exploded next to the home where Pastor Sergei’s granddaughter Marina lived in Ukraine, the wall collapsed and she lost her leg. Sergei and Marina are back in their village today. And even after all the hardship, they still help others.

]]> When a shell exploded next to the home where Pastor Sergei’s granddaughter Marina lived in Ukraine, the wall collapsed and she lost her leg. Sergei and Marina are back in their village today. And even after all the hardship, they still help others.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13753215 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 438 1 69 full false Episode 068 Unbelief to Redemption: A Love Story When one spouse comes to faith in Christ, and the other remains worldly, this creates both challenge and opportunity in marriage. But the opportunity is even greater! Pastor Yuri has seen this firsthand in the lives of several couples in Belarus. 

]]> When one spouse comes to faith in Christ, and the other remains worldly, this creates both challenge and opportunity in marriage. But the opportunity is even greater! Pastor Yuri has seen this firsthand in the lives of several couples in Belarus. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13753140 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 369 1 68 full false Episode 067 Garbage to Gospel: Outreach in Yakutia In the remote region of Yakutia, Yegori and his youth ministry team visit villages scattered about for the sake of the Gospel. Most communities are steeped in shamanism and have never heard of Christ. So how do you open the door? You pick up garbage. 

]]> In the remote region of Yakutia, Yegori and his youth ministry team visit villages scattered about for the sake of the Gospel. Most communities are steeped in shamanism and have never heard of Christ. So how do you open the door? You pick up garbage. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13753050 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 355 1 67 full false Episode 066 God’s Purposes: Triumph through Trials It would be easy to look at a church that was ready to shut its doors or an overwhelmed village official as people who were facing great difficulties in life. But Pastor Artem shares how each trial was part of God’s better plan in Far Eastern Russia.

]]> It would be easy to look at a church that was ready to shut its doors or an overwhelmed village official as people who were facing great difficulties in life. But Pastor Artem shares how each trial was part of God’s better plan in Far Eastern Russia.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13711949 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 519 1 66 full false Episode 065 Unveiling the Gospel: Arthur’s Awakening Pastor Alexander recently saw the transformation of several lives at his church in Belarus. One man named Arthur didn’t comprehend anything he’d heard about Christ after several visits to the worship service. But one day, that began to change. 

]]> Pastor Alexander recently saw the transformation of several lives at his church in Belarus. One man named Arthur didn’t comprehend anything he’d heard about Christ after several visits to the worship service. But one day, that began to change. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13711916 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 505 1 65 full false Episode 064 Much Prayer, Much Power- Aleysa’s Story SGA-supported missionary pastors like Vasily in Belarus bathe their ministries in prayer. They continually ask the Lord to send people with whom they can share the Gospel. And recently, Vasily shared that God answered his prayer in a very direct way.

]]> SGA-supported missionary pastors like Vasily in Belarus bathe their ministries in prayer. They continually ask the Lord to send people with whom they can share the Gospel. And recently, Vasily shared that God answered his prayer in a very direct way.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13711852 Sun, 08 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 351 1 64 full false Episode 063 Serik: Ambassador for God’s Kingdom Pastor Serik didn’t want to travel 311 miles from his home in Central Asia to share the Gospel. “It was so far,” Serik says. “I was looking for reasons not to go.” But God used his wife to tell him to go! Find out what happened when Serik obeyed.

]]> Pastor Serik didn’t want to travel 311 miles from his home in Central Asia to share the Gospel. “It was so far,” Serik says. “I was looking for reasons not to go.” But God used his wife to tell him to go! Find out what happened when Serik obeyed.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13669183 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 460 1 63 full false Episode 062 VBS: From Obstacles to Miracles When our plans go awry, it’s easy to get discouraged. But we must realize that God has a better plan. Pastor Pavel recently told us about his summer camp and Vacation Bible School outreach where he encountered frustrating problems right at the start. 

]]> When our plans go awry, it’s easy to get discouraged. But we must realize that God has a better plan. Pastor Pavel recently told us about his summer camp and Vacation Bible School outreach where he encountered frustrating problems right at the start. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13669160 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 618 1 62 full false Episode 061 A Refugee’s Hope: The Gospel of Christ Many refugees have fled to Belarus during the war in Ukraine. But each one has offered an opportunity for pastors like Viktor to reach out with aid and the Gospel. Here’s how providing food packages to Tatiana and her family is already bearing fruit. 

]]> Many refugees have fled to Belarus during the war in Ukraine. But each one has offered an opportunity for pastors like Viktor to reach out with aid and the Gospel. Here’s how providing food packages to Tatiana and her family is already bearing fruit. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13669143 Sun, 01 Oct 2023 08:00:00 -0500 352 1 61 full false Episode 060 Igor: From Abandonment to Belonging Little Igor lives with his grandparents in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine. Pastor Vladimir shares Igor’s story and tells us how the boy learned about the love of family after experiencing heartbreaking abandonment. 

]]> Little Igor lives with his grandparents in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine. Pastor Vladimir shares Igor’s story and tells us how the boy learned about the love of family after experiencing heartbreaking abandonment. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13594862 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 413 1 60 full false Episode 059 Change-Maker: Jesus and the Bent Woman The Orphans Reborn teams sees many children who struggle with the loneliness of constant change. Listen as they share the story of Diana, who like the bent woman, learned how to place her trust in God and let Him be the change-maker she needed. 

]]> The Orphans Reborn teams sees many children who struggle with the loneliness of constant change. Listen as they share the story of Diana, who like the bent woman, learned how to place her trust in God and let Him be the change-maker she needed. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13594455 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 373 1 59 full false Episode 058 Retirement Dreams-Heavenly Realization Pastor Vladimir tells the story of three Christian sisters and the difference between how each prepared for their final days. Listen as he shares how each of these ladies professed their love for God up to their last breath. 

]]> Pastor Vladimir tells the story of three Christian sisters and the difference between how each prepared for their final days. Listen as he shares how each of these ladies professed their love for God up to their last breath. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13594395 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 399 1 58 full false Episode 057 Truth Prevails: Young Hearts Rejoice After a week of Summer Bible Camp in Belarus, Pastor Andrei saw 97 campers respond to the truth of the Gospel! Kids like Tanya and Artem were removed from the pressures of the world. And at camp, they found hope in Jesus and unexpected joy. 

]]> After a week of Summer Bible Camp in Belarus, Pastor Andrei saw 97 campers respond to the truth of the Gospel! Kids like Tanya and Artem were removed from the pressures of the world. And at camp, they found hope in Jesus and unexpected joy. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13549262 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 440 1 57 full false Episode 056 Gentle Savior: Hope Amidst Shadows Just as God sent Jesus to us gentle and lowly with a message of love and grace, so He sends His people today. A small church in Siberia is wonderful example. They’re poor, but rich in love for Christ and others. And God is blessing their ministry.

]]> Just as God sent Jesus to us gentle and lowly with a message of love and grace, so He sends His people today. A small church in Siberia is wonderful example. They’re poor, but rich in love for Christ and others. And God is blessing their ministry.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13549212 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 430 1 56 full false Episode 055 Hearts Touched: The Gospel of Kindness Svetlana was run out of places due to her special needs son creating disturbances. A sickly young boy named Mikhail just wanted to be well. Both were lost, but now they have experienced God’s lovingkindness at Pastor Alexander’s church in Russia.  

]]> Svetlana was run out of places due to her special needs son creating disturbances. A sickly young boy named Mikhail just wanted to be well. Both were lost, but now they have experienced God’s lovingkindness at Pastor Alexander’s church in Russia.  

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13548707 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 360 1 55 full false Episode 054 Sowing Seeds-Reaping Joy: Nikolai’s Work What a blessing it is to hear reports like Pastor Nikolai’s! We rejoice with these persevering servants when a harvest is reaped from their faithful labors. Be encouraged as you hear how God is working in the lives of Svetlana, Anna, Vika and Sergei.

]]> What a blessing it is to hear reports like Pastor Nikolai’s! We rejoice with these persevering servants when a harvest is reaped from their faithful labors. Be encouraged as you hear how God is working in the lives of Svetlana, Anna, Vika and Sergei.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13494418 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 250 1 54 full false Episode 053 Eternal Perspective: Peace Amid Chaos Finding peace in the midst of war seems unlikely. But it’s available to all through a relationship with Jesus Christ! This is the good news Pastor Grigory continues to share as his church provides aid to hurting Ukrainians like Lyudmila and Veronika.

]]> Finding peace in the midst of war seems unlikely. But it’s available to all through a relationship with Jesus Christ! This is the good news Pastor Grigory continues to share as his church provides aid to hurting Ukrainians like Lyudmila and Veronika.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13494332 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 566 1 53 full false Episode 052 Rescued from the Pit: Tatyana’s New Song Pastor Eugene leads a ministry to addicts in Siberia. He constantly sees lives lost to the world made new by God’s grace alone—like Tatyana, whose life of addiction was displayed in a very public way. But now she is singing a joyful hymn of praise.

]]> Pastor Eugene leads a ministry to addicts in Siberia. He constantly sees lives lost to the world made new by God’s grace alone—like Tatyana, whose life of addiction was displayed in a very public way. But now she is singing a joyful hymn of praise.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13493716 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 416 1 52 full false Episode 051 God’s Whisper: An Unbeliever’s Witness No human plan would conceive that an unbeliever would direct a hurting soul to a church. No tracts, no training and no strategy! But this was God’s work to save Alexandra in Far East Russia. Hear more of her unique story as shared by Pastor Maxim.

]]> No human plan would conceive that an unbeliever would direct a hurting soul to a church. No tracts, no training and no strategy! But this was God’s work to save Alexandra in Far East Russia. Hear more of her unique story as shared by Pastor Maxim.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13460906 Thu, 07 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 444 1 51 full false Episode 050 Grace for Igor: Lessons from Jesus It’s difficult to build relationships with people opposed to God’s righteousness. But it’s to those that God’s grace comes through Jesus Christ. Like Jesus, Pastor Sergei is a friend to those the world has cast off. He shares of one such man.

]]> It’s difficult to build relationships with people opposed to God’s righteousness. But it’s to those that God’s grace comes through Jesus Christ. Like Jesus, Pastor Sergei is a friend to those the world has cast off. He shares of one such man.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13460887 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 465 1 50 full false Episode 049 Proof of God: The Greatest Miracle The greatest evidence of God is hearts supernaturally turning to Jesus in faith. It’s why we need to worship and glorify Him, and Pastor Alexander is doing that in Belarus today. Hear more about the transformation of two young men under his ministry.

]]> The greatest evidence of God is hearts supernaturally turning to Jesus in faith. It’s why we need to worship and glorify Him, and Pastor Alexander is doing that in Belarus today. Hear more about the transformation of two young men under his ministry.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13460793 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0500 384 1 49 full false Episode 048 Set Free: From Addiction to Redemption Only Christ can effectively break the chains that enslave us. Oleg, a missionary who teaches at Israel College of the Bible, shares Sergei’s struggles with addiction and how he turned from a life of bondage to alcohol to a life in service to Christ.

]]> Only Christ can effectively break the chains that enslave us. Oleg, a missionary who teaches at Israel College of the Bible, shares Sergei’s struggles with addiction and how he turned from a life of bondage to alcohol to a life in service to Christ.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13390199 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 424 1 48 full false Episode 047 Unplanned Good News: Unexpected Places We are often most effective in sharing our faith during unplanned moments when the sharing just happens. God answered Pastor Serik’s prayers to share the Gospel with all people, in all places by sending him to minister in the slums of Central Asia.

]]> We are often most effective in sharing our faith during unplanned moments when the sharing just happens. God answered Pastor Serik’s prayers to share the Gospel with all people, in all places by sending him to minister in the slums of Central Asia.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13390120 Tue, 29 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 405 1 47 full false Episode 046 Joy in Suffering: Zina’s Story With every trial we endure, we make a choice—whether we will put our trust in the world or in Christ. Pastor Eugene shares Zina’s story of faith. After losing her husband and sons, she chose to focus on helping other women achieve spiritual growth. 

]]> With every trial we endure, we make a choice—whether we will put our trust in the world or in Christ. Pastor Eugene shares Zina’s story of faith. After losing her husband and sons, she chose to focus on helping other women achieve spiritual growth. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13389904 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 416 1 46 full false Episode 045 Dying Families: Living Hope Amidst the destruction and heartache of the war in Ukraine, Pastor Yuri is proclaiming hope in Christ and working to renew families in Belarus. Hear how Yuri is using all of God’s tools to restore broken marriages, broken families, and broken lives.

]]> Amidst the destruction and heartache of the war in Ukraine, Pastor Yuri is proclaiming hope in Christ and working to renew families in Belarus. Hear how Yuri is using all of God’s tools to restore broken marriages, broken families, and broken lives.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13373478 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 444 1 45 full false Episode 044 Harvest Amidst Challenges: Central Asia Discreetly and boldly ministering in the vast territory of the former Soviet Union, Pastor Andrei demonstrates how God brings about fruit in His time and in His way. Hear how Andrei is faithfully planting the seeds of the Gospel. 

]]> Discreetly and boldly ministering in the vast territory of the former Soviet Union, Pastor Andrei demonstrates how God brings about fruit in His time and in His way. Hear how Andrei is faithfully planting the seeds of the Gospel. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13373450 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 336 1 44 full false Episode 043 Songs from the Pit: Finding Hope and Joy Sometimes, all we can see is the struggle in front of us. Sergei, a Ukrainian pastor, is well-aware of this truth. He ministers amidst the shelling in the Kherson region to bring hope to those who are suffering. Hear more about Sergei’s ministry.

]]> Sometimes, all we can see is the struggle in front of us. Sergei, a Ukrainian pastor, is well-aware of this truth. He ministers amidst the shelling in the Kherson region to bring hope to those who are suffering. Hear more about Sergei’s ministry.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13373423 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 443 1 43 full false Episode 042 Defeating Discouragement: Anatoly’s Joy No matter what we go through in life, God’s grace leads us to victorious living. Anatoly, a missionary pastor in Siberia, has experienced discouragement as a constant obstacle. Listen as he shares how God’s encouragement helped him keep the faith.

]]> No matter what we go through in life, God’s grace leads us to victorious living. Anatoly, a missionary pastor in Siberia, has experienced discouragement as a constant obstacle. Listen as he shares how God’s encouragement helped him keep the faith.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13367673 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 440 1 42 full false Episode 041 Newness of Life: Finding Hope in Despair Our lives are filled with choices; often, we choose paths that lead us toward damage and despair. But God can lead us in a new direction! Alexander, a missionary pastor in Belarus, leads his village forward by showing them how to turn to Christ. 

]]> Our lives are filled with choices; often, we choose paths that lead us toward damage and despair. But God can lead us in a new direction! Alexander, a missionary pastor in Belarus, leads his village forward by showing them how to turn to Christ. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13367574 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 413 1 41 full false Episode 040 Overcoming Faith: Ministry in Tajikistan Pastor Igor works to fight poverty that’s both physical and spiritual in the mountainous land of Tajikistan. In this place where opposition to the Gospel is strong, Igor and his church move forward in faith to plant seeds of the Good News. Listen. 

]]> Pastor Igor works to fight poverty that’s both physical and spiritual in the mountainous land of Tajikistan. In this place where opposition to the Gospel is strong, Igor and his church move forward in faith to plant seeds of the Good News. Listen. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13363163 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 350 1 40 full false Episode 039 Victory in Weakness: The Power of Grace Mikhail only ministered to 16-year-old Roma for a short time. But Mikhail knows his outreach to the troubled orphan was not accidental. Though Roma struggled with addiction, he gave his life to Christ. Hear more about his heartbreaking struggle.

]]> Mikhail only ministered to 16-year-old Roma for a short time. But Mikhail knows his outreach to the troubled orphan was not accidental. Though Roma struggled with addiction, he gave his life to Christ. Hear more about his heartbreaking struggle.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13295063 Thu, 10 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 608 1 39 full false Episode 038 Transforming Wisdom: Living God’s Love During the early days of the Ukraine war, Valentina and her family slept in a cellar on sacks of potatoes to stay warm. Today, they’re one of many Pastor Sergei’s church has helped with food and shelter. And now Valentina has encountered God’s peace.

]]> During the early days of the Ukraine war, Valentina and her family slept in a cellar on sacks of potatoes to stay warm. Today, they’re one of many Pastor Sergei’s church has helped with food and shelter. And now Valentina has encountered God’s peace.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13295003 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 421 1 38 full false Episode 037 An Open Door: Harvest in Hard Times Pastor Ivan has seen the highs and lows of ministry in Belarus. When he saw the need out in the field, Ivan started visiting homes with food and the Gospel. He shares the story of one family who had never considered attending a church service.

]]> Pastor Ivan has seen the highs and lows of ministry in Belarus. When he saw the need out in the field, Ivan started visiting homes with food and the Gospel. He shares the story of one family who had never considered attending a church service.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13294761 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 403 1 37 full false Episode 036 Changed Lives: God’s Tapestry Unfolds Vladimir is a pastor working in Russia’s Volgograd region. Here, he shares how God is taking and remaking lives into “vessels of honor,” as the Apostle Paul wrote. This includes Yuri, a former drug user and thief. He, too, is now a vessel of honor. 

]]> Vladimir is a pastor working in Russia’s Volgograd region. Here, he shares how God is taking and remaking lives into “vessels of honor,” as the Apostle Paul wrote. This includes Yuri, a former drug user and thief. He, too, is now a vessel of honor. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13275189 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 355 1 36 full false Episode 035 Generous Giving: Learning to Love In one chaos-stricken region of Ukraine, SGA-supported churches are providing aid to displaced families and those who have lost everything. Some are hearing the Gospel for the very first time! Listen and hear from their hearts full of thanksgiving. 

]]> In one chaos-stricken region of Ukraine, SGA-supported churches are providing aid to displaced families and those who have lost everything. Some are hearing the Gospel for the very first time! Listen and hear from their hearts full of thanksgiving. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13275113 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0500 454 1 35 full false Episode 034 Divine Detours: Unexpected Opportunities Just as Paul and Silas ministered in Philippi, Khafis and his team stand ready to share the Gospel in a predominantly Islamic country in Central Asia. Hear how they are working diligently to tell people of the hope that they have found in Jesus! 

]]> Just as Paul and Silas ministered in Philippi, Khafis and his team stand ready to share the Gospel in a predominantly Islamic country in Central Asia. Hear how they are working diligently to tell people of the hope that they have found in Jesus! 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13274529 Sun, 30 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 550 1 34 full false Episode 033 Alexander’s Move to Action in Omsk Alexander is ministering to children in Omsk, Russia, whose needs are often overwhelming. Through his compassion, they are connected to both physical and spiritual healing and receive the message of salvation in Jesus Christ. 

]]> Alexander is ministering to children in Omsk, Russia, whose needs are often overwhelming. Through his compassion, they are connected to both physical and spiritual healing and receive the message of salvation in Jesus Christ. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13252043 Thu, 27 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 431 1 33 full false Episode 032 Building a New Reality in Faith Alexei, an SGA-supported missionary, connects with youth through his carpentry club, and takes food to broken families in his community. God uses people like Alexei and his wife, Anya, to minister to those suffering the damaging effects of sin in Belarus. 

]]> Alexei, an SGA-supported missionary, connects with youth through his carpentry club, and takes food to broken families in his community. God uses people like Alexei and his wife, Anya, to minister to those suffering the damaging effects of sin in Belarus. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13224706 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 522 1 32 full false Episode 031 The Right Time to Share the Gospel SGA-supported missionary, Vasily, is following God’s prompting to share the Gospel in the small village of Belarus. Recently he reconnected with a childhood friend to show him the way of salvation through repentance and faith in Christ. 

]]> SGA-supported missionary, Vasily, is following God’s prompting to share the Gospel in the small village of Belarus. Recently he reconnected with a childhood friend to show him the way of salvation through repentance and faith in Christ. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13224638 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 384 1 31 full false Episode 030 Sowing in Faith: Sergei’s Labor of Love Pastor Sergei has labored over a long period of time to those we might call “the least of these.” It’s taken long-suffering faithfulness to sow the seed of the Gospel. He shares the story of Christina and the fruit of God’s work in her life today.

]]> Pastor Sergei has labored over a long period of time to those we might call “the least of these.” It’s taken long-suffering faithfulness to sow the seed of the Gospel. He shares the story of Christina and the fruit of God’s work in her life today.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13210316 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 505 1 30 full false Episode 029 Rich in Spirit: Where the Poor Find Joy It’s easy to give up hope when we’re short of money. But that’s when we can become rich in God. Pastor Pavel ministers to the poor who, apart from God, suffer with no hope in this world. Pavel tells us of one such woman and how God has changed her.

]]> It’s easy to give up hope when we’re short of money. But that’s when we can become rich in God. Pastor Pavel ministers to the poor who, apart from God, suffer with no hope in this world. Pavel tells us of one such woman and how God has changed her.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13210267 Tue, 18 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 469 1 29 full false Episode 028 Fear in Ministry: Yuri’s Testimony Facing the possible loss of everything the people hold dear has kindled fear in many during the war in Ukraine. But despite the dangers and risks, a missionary pastor named Yuri presses forward in ministry so that more Ukrainians will turn to God.

]]> Facing the possible loss of everything the people hold dear has kindled fear in many during the war in Ukraine. But despite the dangers and risks, a missionary pastor named Yuri presses forward in ministry so that more Ukrainians will turn to God.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13210054 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 288 1 28 full false Episode 027 Healing Hearts: God’s Love for Orphans In central Russia, Luda ministers to brokenhearted orphan children along with her local church. So many of them have suffered greatly, and Luda wants them all to experience the love of God. Like 12-year-old Ruslan, whose parents are both addicts.

]]> In central Russia, Luda ministers to brokenhearted orphan children along with her local church. So many of them have suffered greatly, and Luda wants them all to experience the love of God. Like 12-year-old Ruslan, whose parents are both addicts.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13180184 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 468 1 27 full false Episode 026 Mercy in Action: Reaching the Powerless Children in broken homes are forced to grow up quickly. They step in where parents or guardians are failing and struggle with the consequences of adults’ sinful choices. So when believers like Pastor Vladimir love them, they’re eager to know more. 

]]> Children in broken homes are forced to grow up quickly. They step in where parents or guardians are failing and struggle with the consequences of adults’ sinful choices. So when believers like Pastor Vladimir love them, they’re eager to know more. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13180075 Tue, 11 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 377 1 26 full false Episode 025 Here Am I, Lord: Send Me! How awesome it is that God uses His redeemed to reach others! After a sinful life led him to prison, Alexei didn’t know he’d one day be a deacon in a church. But God did, and He planted missionary pastor Boris in Alexei’s life as part of His plan.

]]> How awesome it is that God uses His redeemed to reach others! After a sinful life led him to prison, Alexei didn’t know he’d one day be a deacon in a church. But God did, and He planted missionary pastor Boris in Alexei’s life as part of His plan.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13179578 Sun, 09 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 353 1 25 full false Episode 024 Love in Siberia: Artyom’s Mission Thanks to Artyom and his family, orphans and children in foster care in Russia’s Irkutsk region are experiencing the love of Christ. Find out how this dedicated pastor is seeing “much fruit” and reaching a forgotten generation with the Gospel.

]]> Thanks to Artyom and his family, orphans and children in foster care in Russia’s Irkutsk region are experiencing the love of Christ. Find out how this dedicated pastor is seeing “much fruit” and reaching a forgotten generation with the Gospel.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13092125 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 376 1 24 full false Episode 023 Trusting God: Beyond Words, Into Action Sergei helplessly watched as his son was taken into the army. The young man wrestled with his conviction about not taking the life of someone else. And through his example of staying true to his conscience, he teaches us all to trust God. 

]]> Sergei helplessly watched as his son was taken into the army. The young man wrestled with his conviction about not taking the life of someone else. And through his example of staying true to his conscience, he teaches us all to trust God. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13092089 Tue, 04 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 497 1 23 full false Episode 022 Faithful in Uniqueness: For God’s Glory Each of us is quite different, but God can use all of us for His glory! Khakim is a martial-arts instructor and a missionary in Russia. Hear how his non-traditional ministry is reaching children who would never consider going to a church service.

]]> Each of us is quite different, but God can use all of us for His glory! Khakim is a martial-arts instructor and a missionary in Russia. Hear how his non-traditional ministry is reaching children who would never consider going to a church service.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13092060 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0500 505 1 22 full false Episode 021 Jesus and Our Pain: Andrei’s Story For some, life is difficult beyond compare and all hope seems gone. But even in this, Jesus knows our pain and ministers to the brokenhearted through people like Pastor Sergei in Belarus. Sergei shares about Andrei, an orphan boy he pointed to Jesus.

]]> For some, life is difficult beyond compare and all hope seems gone. But even in this, Jesus knows our pain and ministers to the brokenhearted through people like Pastor Sergei in Belarus. Sergei shares about Andrei, an orphan boy he pointed to Jesus.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13053645 Thu, 29 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 477 1 21 full false Episode 020 Born of the Spirit: God’s Sovereign Plan Only our God can work a story within a story. He ordains timely meeting points with others in which we hear the Gospel and are saved. Listen how Oleg—a missionary pastor in Ukraine—has seen these stories play out in the lives of people like Tanya.

]]> Only our God can work a story within a story. He ordains timely meeting points with others in which we hear the Gospel and are saved. Listen how Oleg—a missionary pastor in Ukraine—has seen these stories play out in the lives of people like Tanya.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13053565 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 489 1 20 full false Episode 019 True Worth in God’s Love: Luda’s Story Orphan children wrestle deeply with questions of self-worth. But then the message of God’s love is proclaimed through SGA-supported “Orphans Reborn” ministry leaders like Luda. And children like Vlad find their infinite value in Jesus Christ.

]]> Orphan children wrestle deeply with questions of self-worth. But then the message of God’s love is proclaimed through SGA-supported “Orphans Reborn” ministry leaders like Luda. And children like Vlad find their infinite value in Jesus Christ.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13053482 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 420 1 19 full false Episode 018 Forgotten Lives, Transformed Hearts Who are the least likely to turn to Christ? We might think it’s the elderly. But that’s a human judgment, and not from God. He brings people to faith in Christ at His appointed time. Hear two stories of God’s loving grace to the elderly in Belarus. 

]]> Who are the least likely to turn to Christ? We might think it’s the elderly. But that’s a human judgment, and not from God. He brings people to faith in Christ at His appointed time. Hear two stories of God’s loving grace to the elderly in Belarus. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13005821 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 505 1 18 full false Episode 017 Unsearchable Ways: Ilya’s Story of Grace God opened Ilya’s eyes to see his sin and the grace in Christ Jesus. The former atheist and alcoholic says that “the Good News I heard surprised me.” And overwhelmed by God’s love, Ilya believed. Hear how he desires to proclaim Christ with his life. 

]]> God opened Ilya’s eyes to see his sin and the grace in Christ Jesus. The former atheist and alcoholic says that “the Good News I heard surprised me.” And overwhelmed by God’s love, Ilya believed. Hear how he desires to proclaim Christ with his life. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-13005768 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 505 1 17 full false Episode 016 Fear to Faith: Yulia’s Story of Hope Trials can cause us to fear. But instead, what if we focused on God's power? Fear would be gone. And so it is today for a widow named Yulia who has to support four children on her own. Find out why she can say: “I am not even scared by the war.”

]]> Trials can cause us to fear. But instead, what if we focused on God's power? Fear would be gone. And so it is today for a widow named Yulia who has to support four children on her own. Find out why she can say: “I am not even scared by the war.”

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12999615 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 422 1 16 full false Episode 015 From Useless to Useful: Andrei’s Story Every day we can honor God and declare his goodness, no matter the pain of our past. Andrei had a tragic childhood in Russia. Now 26, he remembers the pain of growing up as an orphan. But a recent trip to serve kids at an orphanage changed his life!

]]> Every day we can honor God and declare his goodness, no matter the pain of our past. Andrei had a tragic childhood in Russia. Now 26, he remembers the pain of growing up as an orphan. But a recent trip to serve kids at an orphanage changed his life!

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12984806 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 461 1 15 full false Episode 014 Luda: Finding Hope in Troubling News Life is filled with trials, but the Bible calls us to place our hope in eternal life with Christ no matter our circumstances. Ludmilla had Stage 4 cancer with only 3-6 months to live. What was Ludmilla and her husband’s response? Plant a church.

]]> Life is filled with trials, but the Bible calls us to place our hope in eternal life with Christ no matter our circumstances. Ludmilla had Stage 4 cancer with only 3-6 months to live. What was Ludmilla and her husband’s response? Plant a church.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12984743 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 433 1 14 full false Episode 013 Lost and Found: Maxim’s Story Psalm 139 says every person is “fearfully and wonderfully made”. God cares about each of us, as 12-year-old Maxim discovered. When his parents stopped going to church, a gift years later from their pastor would be used by God to change his life forever

]]> Psalm 139 says every person is “fearfully and wonderfully made”. God cares about each of us, as 12-year-old Maxim discovered. When his parents stopped going to church, a gift years later from their pastor would be used by God to change his life forever

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12984603 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 505 1 13 full false Episode 012 Walking by Faith: Ministering During War Pastor Viktor could have fled Ukraine during the war, but he chose to stay. “God called us to minister where there is need . . . not just where we are comfortable.” Hear how Viktor has courageously pressed on and seen God at work in people’s lives.

]]> Pastor Viktor could have fled Ukraine during the war, but he chose to stay. “God called us to minister where there is need . . . not just where we are comfortable.” Hear how Viktor has courageously pressed on and seen God at work in people’s lives.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12922782 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 491 1 12 full false Episode 011 Restoring Hope: Building God’s Church Based on what Jesus said about those who are truly shepherds and those who are but “hired hands,” (John 10:12), I would like to offer the following change: “In Far East Russia, a church was abandoned by the person serving as pastor. But God was still at work! He stirred the heart of a genuine shepherd to make the long, hard drive to get to this congregation and help them re-engage with ministry to their village.”

]]> Based on what Jesus said about those who are truly shepherds and those who are but “hired hands,” (John 10:12), I would like to offer the following change: “In Far East Russia, a church was abandoned by the person serving as pastor. But God was still at work! He stirred the heart of a genuine shepherd to make the long, hard drive to get to this congregation and help them re-engage with ministry to their village.”

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12922018 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 468 1 11 full false Episode 010 Today Is the Day: A Favorable Time Only God can turn hearts to Himself. That means a believer’s work is to loving and patiently present the Gospel. Hear how Serik faithfully lives this out in Central Asia, where he distributes aid that opens doors to share about Jesus.

]]> Only God can turn hearts to Himself. That means a believer’s work is to loving and patiently present the Gospel. Hear how Serik faithfully lives this out in Central Asia, where he distributes aid that opens doors to share about Jesus.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12921944 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 422 1 10 full false Episode 009 Prayer: The Connection That Never Drops Cell phone connection is priceless to Ukrainians during the ongoing war. When Natalia lost her signal after her hometown of Mariupol was attacked, she found connection at the local church as well as something more—a signal that will never be dropped! 

]]> Cell phone connection is priceless to Ukrainians during the ongoing war. When Natalia lost her signal after her hometown of Mariupol was attacked, she found connection at the local church as well as something more—a signal that will never be dropped! 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12920868 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 08:00:00 -0500 504 1 9 full false Episode 008 Belief and Baptism: One Man’s Faith The truth of God’s Word transforms lives. Pastor Igor sees it every day and shares a story of a man so filled with joy after believing in Jesus—he baptized himself! Hear more of how God worked in his life through faithful believers’ discipleship.

]]> The truth of God’s Word transforms lives. Pastor Igor sees it every day and shares a story of a man so filled with joy after believing in Jesus—he baptized himself! Hear more of how God worked in his life through faithful believers’ discipleship.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12914300 Tue, 30 May 2023 08:00:00 -0500 392 1 8 full false Episode 007 Never Give Up: Pursuing the Lost Even in their sin, God’s love for His children is unwavering.He loves people who run away from Him, and so should we. This is how Pastor Sergei shepherds his congregation in Belarus. Hear how he pursues those who are straying with the long-suffering love of God.

]]> Even in their sin, God’s love for His children is unwavering.He loves people who run away from Him, and so should we. This is how Pastor Sergei shepherds his congregation in Belarus. Hear how he pursues those who are straying with the long-suffering love of God.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12914218 Sun, 28 May 2023 08:00:00 -0500 416 1 7 full false Episode 006 Mysterious Ways: Andrei’s War Story Destructive events like the war in Ukraine won’t be understood this side of heaven. But today we can still see God’s handiwork. And people like Andrei are experiencing this! Here’s how God worked to protect, rescue, and bring his family to faith.

]]> Destructive events like the war in Ukraine won’t be understood this side of heaven. But today we can still see God’s handiwork. And people like Andrei are experiencing this! Here’s how God worked to protect, rescue, and bring his family to faith.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12868104 Tue, 23 May 2023 08:00:00 -0500 402 1 6 full false Episode 005 Hard Ground: Fatima’s Transformation A faithful pastor, Sergei has scattered the seed of the Gospel for some time. He’s seen faith produce spiritual fruit in many lives. But in others, it hasn’t happened until much later. Here’s the story of Fatima who at first gave no regard to God.

]]> A faithful pastor, Sergei has scattered the seed of the Gospel for some time. He’s seen faith produce spiritual fruit in many lives. But in others, it hasn’t happened until much later. Here’s the story of Fatima who at first gave no regard to God.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12861077 Mon, 22 May 2023 12:00:00 -0500 424 1 5 full false Episode 004 The Silky Way Gospel: Joy in Heaven! Pastor Sergei’s “Silky Way Gospel Project” is no gimmick. It was the historic “Silk Road” trade route in Asia that inspired his team’s evangelism strategy! Hear how they have already seen a response to the Gospel—starting with Oleg and Yanush.

]]> Pastor Sergei’s “Silky Way Gospel Project” is no gimmick. It was the historic “Silk Road” trade route in Asia that inspired his team’s evangelism strategy! Hear how they have already seen a response to the Gospel—starting with Oleg and Yanush.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12861010 Sun, 21 May 2023 08:00:00 -0500 370 1 4 full false Episode 003 The God Who Sees: Sharing His Love Who we exalt and who we don’t says much about our world. But God uses His church to tell the forgotten ones about His love. Hear how faithful servants like Ivan are reaching those the world has passed by—including an orphan named Leonid.

]]> Who we exalt and who we don’t says much about our world. But God uses His church to tell the forgotten ones about His love. Hear how faithful servants like Ivan are reaching those the world has passed by—including an orphan named Leonid.

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12831719 Thu, 11 May 2023 14:00:00 -0500 495 1 3 full false Episode 002 Hope Amid Chaos: The War in Ukraine Despite bombs exploding close to a church’s building, the people of God keep gathering for worship and serving Him and their community every day. Hear from Pastor Yaroslav about what it’s really like in the war zone and why hope is shining through. 

]]> Despite bombs exploding close to a church’s building, the people of God keep gathering for worship and serving Him and their community every day. Hear from Pastor Yaroslav about what it’s really like in the war zone and why hope is shining through. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12831410 Wed, 10 May 2023 14:00:00 -0500 471 1 2 full false Episode 001 Fearless Love: A Child's Testimony Some Scripture can seem difficult to apply. But when we see an ordinary person live out the same teaching in an extraordinary way, we realize God can enable us to live out our faith, too. Be inspired by the example of seven-year-old Danik in Belarus. 

]]> Some Scripture can seem difficult to apply. But when we see an ordinary person live out the same teaching in an extraordinary way, we realize God can enable us to live out our faith, too. Be inspired by the example of seven-year-old Danik in Belarus. 

]]> Slavic Gospel Association Buzzsprout-12807728 Mon, 08 May 2023 12:00:00 -0500 502 1 1 full false