Digital Missions Podcast with Justin Khoe 003 - Digital Evangelism: How Pastor Wes Via Found Success Beyond the Pulpit
Feb 19, 2023
Wes Via, Communications Director for the Oklahoma Conference and pastor of Hope Adventist Fellowship, dives into the world of digital evangelism. He shares his journey from traditional door-to-door Bible work to discovering the power of online ministry. Wes reveals how social media can connect with disenfranchised individuals more effectively than old-school methods. He also discusses his transformative experiences during a period of deconstruction and how thoughtful content can impact lives, proving that genuine connections matter more than follower counts.
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Childhood Vision Shaped A Calling
- Wes had a vision at age ten of preaching at the end of time which set his lifelong trajectory toward evangelism.
- He later spent a decade away from the church before returning and pursuing ministry with renewed conviction.
Scottsdale Failure Sparked New Approach
- While Bible-working in Scottsdale Wes's team failed to get meaningful results and a famous evangelist bluntly said they couldn't succeed without money.
- That experience pushed Wes to rethink traditional evangelism and consider 21st-century digital methods.
Digital Reach Multiplies Rural Impact
- A digital census showed Elk City had nearly all residents online and a 15-mile radius tripled the reachable audience.
- Wes realized digital presence multiplies reach far beyond what door-to-door outreach can practically achieve.