EP 55 Cockroaches, Rats, and the Shimmer of God's Grace: A conversation with Sue

About this episode

Sue shares her transformative journey from shyness to a dedicated missionary over 40 years.

What does it take to transform from a shy person who "couldn't speak to people" into a missionary who serves for decades in challenging environments? Sue's remarkable 40-year journey provides powerful insights for anyone considering cross-cultural ministry or seeking to persevere through difficult seasons. Sue's adventure began at a small church with a global vision, where stories from missionaries returning from Africa sparked a desire that would shape her life's direction. After her first ...

People in this episode

Guest: Sue

Topics covered

• missionary work
• cross-cultural ministry
• personal transformation

Keywords

• God's grace
• challenging environments
• perseverance

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Cockroaches, Rats, and the Shimmer of God's Grace

Places: Africa

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