In October 2023 Loren Cunningham, co-founder of the global missions movement "Youth with a Mission" went to be with the Lord at age 88. He leaves behind a tremendous legacy. A good moment to look at his life and faith!
This podcast dives deep into the autobiographic book "Is That Really You, God?" using AI technologies, unpacking aspects and ideas that you might have never seen before.
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How can we hear God for direction?
Loren has learned and applied principles that helped him discern God's voice and guidance. Outlined in the book he gives us 12 points to remember.
31 Dec 2024
Loren's Legacy to Us
We wrap up our podcast series with Loren's final words to the movement that he had helped bring to life more than 60 years earlier. With 88 he is looking back at the work God had allowed him to do, but - more importantly - he is looking ahead at the work that God had left us with to do!
Join us today as we talk about the great task that is still before us: a Bible in every single language spoken today.
31 Dec 2024
Bonus episode 2: Shema
"Shema" means to hear and to act. This had been Loren's attitude throughout his life. This is what he modelled.
David Hamilton reflects on how this played out in Loren's life and shares stories, where he saw this in action.
David has worked closely with Loren for decades and has a lot to say about these exceptional leader who lived to act out what he believed God said.
28 Dec 2024
Twins, Fish and Ship
The Maori was dead - but not the dream of a ship that would serve the poor and the needy in the remotest places if the planet...
At the same time the other vision - that of a university training campus - is taking shape.
A season that is often referred to as the birth of twins, as both ministries became foundational for YWAM's future.
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(Chapters 17 - 19 in Is That Really You, God?)
21 Dec 2024
Kalafi's Story
Far away from the thriving ministries overseas Loren and Darlene are starting all over again with nothing in their hands but the word of the Lord to go to Hawaii... Was that really God telling them to move to this island in the Pacific?
And why is Kalafi Moala's personal story of failure and redemption so important that it made it into the founding story of YWAM?
Let's find out as you join us on this deep dive of today's episode.
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(Chapter 16 in Is That Really You, God?)
14 Dec 2024
Steps to Hearing God
What does an axhead have to do with our story? In this chapter we learn important lessons on divine guidance.
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(Chapter 15 in Is That Really You, God?)
7 Dec 2024
The Man in the Shadows
A ship for YWAM! That dreams had been on Loren's mind for a long time, ever since he saw the impact of natural disasters on the people on the islands. Now this dream seems as close as it had never been before! But things go dramatically differently than expected.
Join us in this episode that marks a dark, yet very formative period in YWAM's history.
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(Chapter 14 in Is That Really You, God?)
30 Nov 2024
Explosive Multiplication
YWAM moves into a season of rapid growth and multiplication. The dreams begins to unfold more and more as ministries and initiatives are launched in Europe and worldwide. The Munich Olympic Outreach of 1972 becomes a landmark for the young movement.
Yet, behind the obvious success there is a danger lurking in the shadows...
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(Chapters 11 - 13 in Is That Really You, God?)
23 Nov 2024
New Horizons
Loren and Darlene are learning deep life lessons that will become part of YWAM's DNA later on. While seeking God for guidance, they receive clear instructions - in ways they did not expect.
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(Chapter 10 in the book "Is That Really You, God?")
16 Nov 2024
Stormy Times
In this episode we will cover another important season in the forming of YWAM. The first mission trips with large groups that nearly end in a disaster. And we will hear about a difficult choice that Loren had to make.
(Chapters 7-9 in the book "Is That Really You, God?")
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9 Nov 2024
Helpmate, Wife, and Friend
Today we get a little romantic... We will meet Darlene, the lady who became equally instrumental in birthing YWAM as Loren.
(Chapter 6 in the book "Is that Really You, God?")
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2 Nov 2024
Small Beginnings
Every big vision has to be walked out in real life. As big the vision of waves of young people was - there was little to see just yet.
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(Chapter 5 in Is That Really You, God?)
26 Oct 2024
Waves
As Loren is embracing his call more and more he discovers the world and finds an urgent desire to do something for God to love all those people. Today we will discuss the impact of a simple vision that would change Loren's life and that of many other people forever!
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(Chapter 4 in Is That Really You, God?)
19 Oct 2024
Deep Roots
Today we are getting to know the person Loren Cunningham better. Where did he come from? What was his family and upbringing like? What were early events that shaped his beliefs?
Join us for another deep dive in the story of YWAM.
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(Chapters 2 & 3 in Is That Really You, God?)
12 Oct 2024
A World to be Gained!
In this episode we learn how Loren Cunningham was called to missions at a very early age. We get to know his family of origin and how God has laid the basic building blocks of YWAM already into the life of this young man.
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(Chapter 1 in Is That Really You, God?)
10 Oct 2024
Welcome!
This introductory episode of a podcast series, "Is That Really You, God?", aims to explore the life and legacy of Loren Cunningham, the founder of Youth With A Mission (YWAM). The podcast focuses on Cunningham's book of the same name, which is described as a practical guide to hearing God's voice, drawing on his personal experiences as a missionary. The podcast will examine key themes from the book, including discerning God's voice, the importance of obedience, the power of confession, and the balance between faith and action.
The content of this podcast was created entirely by AI.
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