Impact Nations Podcast

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When we hear the word justice, we often think in terms of punishment, fairness, or consequences. But what if the justice revealed in Jesus looks radically different?
In this episode, Tim welcomes theologian and author Joash P. Thomas to explore how empire, colonization, and cultural proximity to power shape the way we read Scripture—and how Jesus invites us into a justice that restores rather than retaliates.
Drawing from his book The Justice of Jesus, Joash challenges the “small gospel” that reduces salvation to souls going to heaven and calls the church back to a holistic vision of liberation and wholeness.
In This Conversation:
Defining “marginalized Christians”
How empire influences theology
The “colonizer’s gospel” vs. the gospel of Christ
Why justice must be both physical and spiritual
What church budgets reveal about our true theology
Restorative justice and the restoration of all things
Accountability, reconciliation, and hope
Why Jesus—not culture—must define justice
This is a rich theological conversation that will stretch your thinking and deepen your love for Christ.
What’s Next:
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Book: https://a.co/d/0d8VotaC
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https://joashpthomas.substack.com/p/launching-masala-chai-theology

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In this vibrant roundtable, Tim is joined by a panel of ministry leaders and journeyers to talk about fundraising for Journeys of Compassion.
🧳 Whether you’re a parent considering a mission trip with your family or someone wondering if it’s possible to raise the money, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughter, and incredible testimonies from the frontlines.
💬 In This Episode:
Fundraising tips
Faith stretching & hearing God as a family
Discipling your children through travel, prayer & service

📍 Next Steps:
 → Learn more or sign up for a Journey: https://www.impactnations.com/joc

📩 Questions? Email Bill: [email protected]

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Tim welcomes peace advocate, author, and pilgrim guide Mercy Aiken back to the show! As she prepares to move to Jordan with Peace Catalyst International, Mercy unpacks the complexity of the Israel-Palestine conflict, explains the transformative power of pilgrimages, and offers on-the-ground insights into the unfolding humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

If you're looking for an honest, hope-filled conversation about peacemaking, justice, and what Jesus really meant in His most unsettling teachings, this episode is for you.

💬 In This Episode:

•Mercy’s upcoming move to Jordan and work with Peace Catalyst International

•What makes a “peacemaking pilgrimage” so different from a typical Holy Land tour

•Why Western Christians must reconsider their understanding of modern Israel and biblical prophecy

•How Mercy’s team connects visitors with Christian, Muslim, and Jewish peacemakers in the Middle East

•The urgent need in Gaza and how you can help families with food, tents, and medical support

•A candid discussion on the impact of war, occupation, and theology on real lives today

•Jesus’ “hard sayings” and how they challenge us to reorient our theology and compassion

•Practical ways to stand with the vulnerable and follow Jesus into the messy middle

🔗 Links & Resources:

💠 Give a Winter Relief Package to a family in Gaza:
https://impactnations.com/relief-gaza

💠 Support Mercy Aiken & learn more about Peace Catalyst:
https://peacecatalyst.org

💠 Subscribe to the podcast or leave us a message at: impactnations.com/podcast

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation
02:43 Mercy's Upcoming Move to Jordan
11:56 The Importance of Pilgrimages and Peacemaking
22:18 Engaging with the Reality of the Holy Land
27:49 Navigating Conversations on Israel and Palestine
39:53 Understanding the Historical Context of the Conflict
44:02 Current Situation in Gaza
01:01:10 Call to Action and Support for Gaza
01:07:25 Conclusion and Future Plans

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Join Tim Stewart and special guest Jordan Moody, Project Manager at Impact Nations, for an inspiring episode filled with real-life stories of hope and transformation from around the world. From Uganda to Gaza, India to Nepal—get a behind-the-scenes look at how your generosity is changing lives every day.
🔸 Hear how an ambulance funded in 2023 is still saving lives in rural Uganda
 🔸 Celebrate over 900 students graduating from the School of Purpose
 🔸 Discover how short 3-month programs are launching business clubs and small enterprises
 🔸 Meet a young girl who went from illiterate to top of her class in just 9 months
 🔸 Learn how 3,500 children have been freed from brick factories and enrolled in school
 🔸 Be moved by a Gaza girl's simple joy in a necklace made from donated macaroni
 🔸 Get updates on exciting new projects like the India Girls' Dorm and Nepal Empowerment Center
 🔸 Understand the long-term vision for sustainable community transformation
Whether it's trauma care, vocational training, education, or disaster relief—every story reveals the power of hope, the impact of generosity, and the Kingdom in action.
📣 Want to be part of these stories? Visit impactnations.com
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In this episode of Enter the Grayzone, host Robby Ortiz sits down with Tim Stewart, the CEO of Impact Nations, to discuss how the Gospel of the Kingdom is transforming lives through both supernatural and practical ministry.
🔹 Highlights include:
The mission of Impact Nations: rescuing lives through holistic Gospel ministry
Working in nations like Uganda, India, Malawi, Nepal, and more
The power of Journeys of Compassion—short-term missions done differently
How to avoid Western saviorism and empower local leaders
Stories of healing, hope, and lasting transformation
Why Tim and his team chose Albuquerque, NM as their global headquarters
A candid conversation about poverty, privilege, and purpose
If you’ve ever wrestled with how faith intersects with justice, poverty, or global missions—this one’s for you.
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