Black Fire Podcast

Episode 9 - Mission History: Joseph Merrick

In this episode Janell Talks a bit about the life of Joseph Merrick, a Jamaican born, Africa Diaspora Baptist Missionary, who of which did incredible work that impacted generations to come. The shocking thing? Not many people know of him or the work he did. So join us as we dive into the rich mission history of the African Diaspora.

Episode 8 - Part B: The Importance of Discipling the Next Gen/7 Core Values Part B

Cyrena Denniston, the founder of Black Fire Ministries, shared a transformative moment where she realigned the ministry's mission and vision with God's guidance. She emphasized the importance of relationship in God's plan and encouraged the audience to be open to change and trust in God's plans. Cyrena unveiled the ministry's new goal of 100 catalysts and discussed the core values of divine anchoring, love-rooted revolution, and a missionary heart. She passionately discussed the significance of discipleship, the promise of God's constant presence, and the assurance of victory in obeying His commands. Her message inspired a deep sense of hope, joy, and confidence in God's unending love and support.

Episode 8: Part A 7 Core Values

Cyrena Denniston, the founder of Black Fire Ministries, shared a transformative moment where she realigned the ministry's mission and vision with God's guidance. She emphasized the importance of relationship in God's plan and encouraged the audience to be open to change and trust in God's plans. Cyrena unveiled the ministry's new goal of 100 catalysts and discussed the core values of divine anchoring, love-rooted revolution, and a missionary heart.She passionately discussed the significance of discipleship, the promise of God's constant presence, and the assurance of victory in obeying His commands. Her message inspired a deep sense of hope, joy, and confidence in God's unending love and support.

Episode 7: Daniel & Janell

In this episode we hear from Daniel and Janell about their thought on the South African impact trip to Cape Town and Durban.
Highlights:
1: 8th Cape Town city outreach
2: Durban Training and outreach
3: Cape Town Training and special outreach
4: A moment of honour

Episode 6 - Dr. Jolene Erlacher

Join us in getting to know Jolene and what drives her and ignite her passion in her incredible field of work.
Highlights:
@7:38 Jolene's faith journey and passion for the next generation Jolene shares her faith journey, growing up as a third culture kid and developing a deep relationship with God. This led her to a passion for equipping and supporting the next generation, which inspired her to start Leading Tomorrow.
@11:08 Navigating identity and finding confidence in Christ Jolene discusses the challenges of growing up as a third culture kid and not feeling like she fit in anywhere. She shares how finding her identity in Christ gave her the confidence to keep moving forward despite feeling uncomfortable or out of place.
@17:23 Keeping an eternal perspective Jolene shares the importance of maintaining an eternal perspective and investing time in what is truly lasting, rather than getting caught up in temporary distractions. She discusses the value of regular time with God to keep this focus.
@27:35 Advice for connecting across generations Jolene and Cyrena discuss the importance of listening, building relationships, and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide how we share the gospel, rather than just trying to deliver a message. They emphasize the need for older generations to model lives that reflect the gospel.
@35:42 Closing prayer and invitation Jolene prays over the discussion and extends an invitation for any listeners who do not have a relationship with God to reach out to Him.
 
Get to know more about Dr. Jolene Erlacher and Leading Tomorrow:
Instagram:
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Facebook:
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Website:
http://www.leadingtomorrow.org/
Leading Tomorrow Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-leading-tomorrow-podcast/id1457894158
 

Episode 5: Part B - Cyrena & Venance

As we go into part B of getting to know our 3rd catalyst. He shares how God used his knowledge and documentary to touch people he encounters lives.
Highlights:
- How he navigates social and community constructs while keeping his focus on God.
- How God used his knowledge of ancestral worship to connect with someone who is lost and broken. - His advice for his generation and the next generation.

Episode 5 Part A -Cyrena & Venance

Join us in this episode in getting to know the heart of our #3 of the 1000 catalyst.
Highlights: -Venance faith journey -How God brought him to make Bible available to church planters in Benin -The Documentary project he is working on

Episode 4 Part B - Daniel Thring

We continue on from where we left off in the last episode in hearing from Daniel Thring more about his life and the wisdom he has to give his generation.
Highlights:-How he navigates social and cultural changes while he is pursuing the call of God on his life
-How we can allow Gods love to break the pain off the past
-How Daniel would encourage his generation on how to move forward

Episode 4: Part A -Daniel Thring

In this first part of Episode 4 we get to know Daniel who is number 2 of our 1,000 Catalyst and hear his story and journey till now. Highlights:
- Daniel’s Journey - His faith and obedience in entering into ministry -A big turning point in his journey -A time he stepped out of his comfort zone and how that helped shaped his life

Episode 3 Part B - Cyrena & Janell

Get to know #1 of our 1,000 catalyst Janell Nolan as she tells us her testimony of how God brought her through depression and how she came to be apart of the 1,000 catalyst for Black Fire Ministries. Highlights: -How God has purpose her calling. -Her breakthrough from depression. -Her heart for her generation.