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Our mission is to equip you with the encouragement, knowledge, and gear that you need for an effective mission trip abroad. Tune in to find out what's going on in the world of missions, learn from helpful conversations, and get answers to your mission trip questions. This podcast is the audio companion to the site, PrepareMyMission.com.
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In this episode we talk about 8 reasons to go on a mission trip in 2016 (or any other year). We also discuss our personal mission trip plans for this new year.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss the refugee crisis from a Biblical perspective. We also talk about what we should DO (not just say) in response to the refugee situation. Finally, we play a game about Christmas movie quotes.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we interview two long-term missionaries from Southeast Asia. We discuss what led them to the mission field, what life is like overseas, and what advice they have for those considering a life on the mission field.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss the dangers of having a “savior complex” during your mission trip. We also answer a listener's question about the best books to read for a 17-year-old considering a life focused on mission work.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss how social justice could ruin your mission trip. We also answer a listener's question about our long-term plans for mission work, and give advice to college students considering long-term mission work.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss whether or not mission trips create dependency. We also answer a listener's question about whether it’s better to start your own nonprofit or partner with an existing one.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we take you along with us on part 2 of our mission trip to Honduras. We also reflect on our greatest takeaways from our time abroad, now that we've been home for a little while.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we take you along with us on our mission trip to Honduras. Throughout the trip we recapped and debriefed each day, and we share those moments with you here on the podcast.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we have some fun by playing a trivia game! This trivia game is all about Honduras in preparation for our trip to Honduras in just a few days. Tune in to find out who wins.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we walk through a few questions to prepare spiritually for our upcoming mission trip. We also answer a listener's question about how to avoid looking too much like a tourist as you travel overseas.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about what happens when we love missions more than God with our lives. We also answer a listener's question about the best way to deal with culture shock.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss how to build a mission field at school or work. After all, school or work is where we spend most of our waking hours. Then we answer a listener's question about whether or not your boyfriend should join you on your mission trip.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss what evangelism looks like on a mission trip, including what our experience with evangelism has been in the past and what it could look like going forward. We also answer a listener's question about nonreligious mission trips.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss how to avoid burnout in the missions world. We also answer a listener's question about what to do if your pastor doesn't think you're ready for a mission trip, but you do.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss how to ruin your mission trip team culture (and how not to). We also answer a listener's question about how much time should be spent evangelizing versus community projects during a mission trip.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about whether or not we should care about what's going on in the Middle East. We also answer a listener's question about whether or not “fun days” are appropriate on mission trips.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about what we've learned from kids in Africa. We also answer a listener's question about how to raise $6,000 for a long-term mission trip.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss 6 lies that we tell ourselves that keep us from serving. We also answer a listener's question about what to do if you're passionate about two issues, and whether or not you should pick just one.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss 10 odd fundraising ideas. We also answer a listener's question about whether or not it's ok for a non-Christian to go on a mission trip.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss the one question that reveals where God wants you to serve. We also answer a listener's question about combining a mission trip and vacation, and how to fundraise the right way for this kind of trip.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss 6 ways to get long-term impact from a short-term mission trip. We also answer a listener's question about paying for a trip while you're in high school.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss whether or not we are overrated. It’s a conversation about our generation's love for social justice, but lack of action behind it. We also answer a listener's question about responding to mission trip skepticism.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we play a 20-question world trivia game! We also talk about which country we'd most like to visit, and talk about a new feature on the site, “Find a trip.”Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss 9 must-have gear items for any mission trip abroad. We also talk about why gear is important and answer a listener's question about money belts.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss how to stay missions-focused as you get older. We also answer a listener's question and make a big announcement about the future of the podcast.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we discuss 3 questions to tell if you're ready for a mission trip. We also discuss two articles from the world of missions, including the craziest statistic you'll hear about missions in America. Finally, we answer a listener's question.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we tell our story: trying to bring real life and missions life together. We also discuss two recent articles from the world of missions, including an update to the missionary that contracted Ebola. Finally, we answer a listener's question.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about the 4 phases that everyone experiences after an international mission trip. We also discuss two recent articles from the world of missions, including the recent Ebola outbreak. Plus, new intro music!Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about the questions you should ask yourself before your mission trip. We also discuss two recent articles from the world of missions and answer a listener's question about how to overcome jetlag. Plus, we have t-shirts!Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about 7 ways you can stay healthy on your mission trip. We also discuss current happenings in the world of missions and answer a listener's question about the difference between a third world country and a developing country.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about whether or not international mission trips are waste of time and money, discuss current happenings in the world of missions, answer a listener's question about fundraising websites, & tell you about some new gear on the site.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about 3 parts of a simple testimony, discuss current happenings in the world of missions, answer a listener's question, and tell you how you can get your hands on a free solar charger!Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about 6 ways to improve your support letter, discuss current happenings in the world of missions, answer a listener's question about books to prepare for a mission trip, and bring you another installment of Twitter Litter.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about 5 barriers you need to overcome, discuss current events impacting the world of missions, answer a listener's question about malaria prescriptions, and bring you another installment of Twitter Litter.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about 8 apps that you need to download, discuss how to convince your parents to let you go on a mission trip, and bring you another installment of Twitter Litter.Von Prepare My Mission
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In this episode we talk about 10 fundraising ideas that you haven’t thought of yet, how mission trips are leaving an impact on the SEC this year, and offer another segment of Twitter Litter.Von Prepare My Mission
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Episode 2: In this episode we talk about 5 things that you can do to stay safe on your upcoming mission trip, the recent terrorist attacks in Kenya, and feature a new segment called Twitter Litter.Von Prepare My Mission
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Episode 1: In this episode we talk about the upcoming documentary Hope Was Here, discuss why you're not going on a mission trip, and learn about a new website feature called Field Tests.Von Prepare My Mission
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