Missionary Minds
Paul Schlehlein
From the rural village of Mbhokota in Limpopo, South Africa, hear from the mind of a real-world missionary of almost 20 years. Paul Schlehlein–or "boti Paul / mfundisi" (brother Paul / teacher) as he is addressed in the podcast–hails from Wisconsin, America but has left to cross the world, a culture, and a language group to go and minister to the Tsonga people of northern South Africa. With his knowledge of the scriptures, a passion for church history, and lessons from the field he seeks to speak on issues of the faith, the family, and the fog of worldview confusion that plagues our day.
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May 20, 2024 • 24min
MM 92: Should We Expect Suffering in Ministry?
In this episode, the discussion centers around the idea that Christians should not be caught off guard by suffering. Instead, they are encouraged to embrace it as part of God’s plan. The episode explores how suffering can lead to growth, resilience, and a greater readiness for heaven.
May 17, 2024 • 27min
MM 91: Should Parents Ever Rebuke Their Children in Public?
🎙️ “Guiding Our Children: Balancing Correction and Compassion” 🎙️
In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the delicate art of correcting our children. How do we differentiate between sins and innocent mistakes? And why might public correction hold unexpected benefits? Join us as we navigate this parenting tightrope with empathy and wisdom. 🌟👪
May 16, 2024 • 6min
TARIF 95: “Brother, the Woman You Are Looking for Doesn’t Exist”
🎙️ “The Myth of the Perfect Woman: Why Young Men Delay Marriage” 🎙️
Join us in this eye-opening episode as we delve into why young men in the church are postponing marriage. Is it the elusive search for the flawless partner? Or perhaps cultural shifts and unrealistic expectations? Tune in to explore the truth behind the trend! 🌟👫
May 14, 2024 • 10min
TARIF 94: Take Note Before You Vote
Join us as we explore the intersection of faith and politics. In a world of elections and shifting powers, we delve into why Christians must vote thoughtfully while remembering that God reigns over all authorities.
Tune in for insightful discussions and biblical perspectives.” 🎙️🗳️🙏
May 13, 2024 • 26min
MM 90: Is Learning a Language Important for Missions?
"Why Language Matters for Missionaries” In this episode, we explore how language proficiency is more than a practical skill—it’s a bridge to understanding, trust, and effectiveness. Join us as we delve into the vital role of language in effective cross-cultural ministry. 🌍🗣️✨
May 10, 2024 • 23min
MM 89: Do I Really Have To Discipline My Kids?
The world reaches that children are a blank slate. It teaches that people are inherently good. It advocates that new styles of parenting should be implemented that focus more on positivity and affirmation alone. How should Christians think about this?
May 9, 2024 • 9min
TARIF 93: Potholes and Pitfalls: When Christians Stumble
Potholes have been a way of life on roads in Africa for a long time; with South Africa now attributing 25% of all road accidents in the country to poor road conditions. Fail to spot a pothole and you’ll pay for it in lost time and replacing that tyre! How much more crucial then in our spiritual lives that we learn to spot potholes and pitfalls, where eternal souls are at stake and everlasting consequences await us?
Listen to learn more about the worldliness that trips Christians up and the consequences for those responsible.
May 7, 2024 • 7min
TARIF 92: Mercy or Murder? Thoughts on Euthanasia
Should doctors or family members be allowed to help a person die if they have a painful or terminal illness? Some first-world countries would answer yes, as euthanasia is legal in a handful of nations like the Netherlands, Portugal, Australia, Ecuador, and Spain. In 2024, eight South African doctors published their opinions in a national medical journal in hopes of persuading the nation’s High Court to legalize euthanasia. Should more societies follow suit?
May 6, 2024 • 27min
MM 88: How to Make a Lasting Impact In Ministry
Every faithful man in ministry wants to make a lasting impact. Every man in ministry wants to increase his fruitfulness and have something that will outlive him. This episode discusses the value of writing.
May 6, 2024 • 9min
TARIF 91: Sounding the Alarm on South Africa’s Gender Benders
The past 10 years have seen an inordinate amount of time and energy spent by the media, politicians, and educators on promoting transgenderism or Gender Identity Disorder (GID).
The latest promotion of transgenderism in the school system is what is called Early Childhood Development Toolkit. The ECD Toolkit is meant to train primary school teachers on how to “educate” lower-grade learners on the fluidity of gender apart from biological givens.
How should we think through the issue as Christians?
