Wisdom for the Wilderness

Join Pastors Zack and Josh as they unpack the complex world of short-term missions. Are these trips truly beneficial, or can they sometimes do more harm than good? They delve into the potential pros and cons, exploring what makes a short-term mission trip truly impactful – focusing on learning from local communities, offering genuine service, utilizing specialized skills, and effectively supporting the work of long-term missionaries. Discover how to discern between helpful engagement and efforts that can be unintentionally damaging.

Show Notes

Join Pastors Zack and Josh as they unpack the complex world of short-term missions. Are these trips truly beneficial, or can they sometimes do more harm than good? They delve into the potential pros and cons, exploring what makes a short-term mission trip truly impactful – focusing on learning from local communities, offering genuine service, utilizing specialized skills, and effectively supporting the work of long-term missionaries. Discover how to discern between helpful engagement and efforts that can be unintentionally damaging.

Creators and Guests

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Host
Josh Hutchens

What is Wisdom for the Wilderness?

Join Dr. Josh Hutchens, director of Gateway Seminary's Rocky Mountain Campus and pastor at Overland Church in Fort Collins, Colorado, as he explores spiritual faithfulness amid life's challenges and suffering. Through discussions on theological questions and inspiring stories, Wisdom for the Wilderness offers guidance and hope for navigating the complexities of faith in a broken world.