Echoes of Faith is where powerful testimonies, timeless truth, and real conversations meet.
Each episode dives deep into the lives of missionaries, pastors, Christian leaders, and everyday believers who are living out their faith in remarkable ways — often behind the scenes and against all odds.
From the jungles of the mission field to the pulpits of small-town churches, from underground ministries in restricted nations to quiet moments of personal obedience, every story echoes the same message: God is still at work.
Hosted by Joseph Rasmussen, Echoes of Faith invites you to listen, learn, and be inspired by those who have answered the call to follow Christ wherever He leads. These are stories of courage, conviction, and grace — real faith that still echoes through every generation.
Episode #6 - Wayne Sehmish: Missionary to Thailand
In this episode, we sit down with missionary Wayne Sehmish to hear the story of a life devoted to taking the Gospel to Thailand. From the early call to missions, to stepping into a foreign culture, learning new customs, and faithfully serving over the years, this conversation offers a firsthand look at what long-term missionary work truly requires. We discuss the realities of ministry overseas — the victories, the hardships, the spiritual battles, and the moments that remind you why the missi...
3 Feb 2026
Episode #5 - Dr. Jim Schettler: Pastor, Educator, and Leader
Dr. Jim Schettler has spent decades in ministry as a pastor, Bible teacher, and educator, shaping generations of students through a steady emphasis on Scripture, discernment, and obedience to God. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Schettler to walk through his story — from his early years and conversion, to his time in Bible college, pastoral ministry, and eventual role training young leaders for the next generation. We explore what shaped his beliefs, how his understanding of God’s will ...
26 Jan 2026
Episode #4 - Adam Young: Missionary to Russia
In this episode of Echoes of Faith, we sit down with Adam Young, a missionary who spent many years serving in Russia, sharing the Gospel in a land shaped by hardship, history, and spiritual resistance. Adam walks us through his calling into missions, what led him specifically to Russia, and what daily life looked like serving Christ in a culture still bearing the scars of Soviet atheism. From cultural barriers and government pressure to powerful moments of faith and transformation, this conve...
15 Dec 2025
Episode #3 - Roger Pauley: Marriage and Ministry
In this heartfelt episode of Echoes of Faith, host Joseph Rasmussen sits down with longtime pastor and servant of God, Roger Pauley. With decades of ministry experience and a passion for expository preaching, Pastor Pauley shares rich insights from his journey of faith — from the early days of business and raising a family to entering full time ministry. Pastor Roger Pauley, who has been married to his wife Martia for over 50 years has some wonderful insights into dating, engagement and how t...
29 Oct 2025
Episode #2 - Jeff Demarest: Missionary to Africa
In this powerful episode of Echoes of Faith, host Joseph Rasmussen sits down with veteran missionary Jeff Demarest, whose ministry has spanned over three decades across Kenya, Uganda, and South Africa. From the early days of planting churches in East Africa to his most recent years of shepherding Lighthouse Baptist Church in Hillcrest, South Africa, Bro. Demarest shares stories of faith, cultural challenges, divine provision, and the enduring call of God. You’ll hear about his family’s transi...
15 Oct 2025
Episode #1 - Eddie Ray: Missionary to China
After 27 years in one of the most restricted nations on earth, missionary Eddie Ray has seen the cost of following Christ up close. From underground baptisms in Beijing to his son’s deportation by China’s National Security Bureau, Eddie shares what it means to obey God when the law says you can’t. In this episode, he opens up about his journey from a Tennessee pastor to a veteran missionary, the faith that sustains him, and why the church in China—though hidden—is thriving more than ever.
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