YenTer, a workplace ministry member with OMF in Japan, discusses his journey from Singapore to Japan.

He explains his belief in 'integral missions', the importance of combining professional work with missional intention. YenTer details his background, his initial exposure to Japan during a high school mission trip, and the prompting that led him to learn Japanese and eventually move there. He emphasises the importance of having a sending church for spiritual support and recounts how his multinational workplace provides unique opportunities for ministry. He also offers advice for others considering integrating their faith with their work, emphasising awareness, the value of experience, and the importance of structured support from mission organisations like OMF.

00:00 Introduction to YenTer's Journey00:36 YenTer's Background and Career01:05 Discovering Integral Mission02:50 First Encounter with Japan05:43 The Decision to Move to Japan09:38 Support from Church and Family14:44 Life and Work in Japan21:24 Involvement with OMF28:20 Advice for Aspiring Marketplace Missionaries35:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Shireen Chua is the Director of Third Culture Solutions, which seeks to equip individuals and organisations to thrive in an interculturally complex and global world.

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Andrew Scott, president of OM USA, shares his insights on reimagining global mission and understanding our role as image bearers. From traditional missionary approaches to the surprising role of Filipino maids in spreading the gospel, discover a new perspective on fulfilling God's mission. Andrew delves into the significance of Genesis 1 in shaping our understanding and brings fresh perspectives on living out God's purpose and representing him on earth in this thought-provoking message.

00:00 Introduction to Traditional Missions: Exploring Andrew's experience with developing a strategic plan for traditional missionaries at OM USA.

14:23 Reimagining Missionary Work through fulltime employment.

29:45 Identity and Purpose as Image Bearers: Deep dive into the significance of Genesis 1 and understanding our unique place as image bearers of God.

45:10 Living Out God's Purpose: Discovering the mandate of representing God on earth and finding our role in fulfilling his mission.

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