The Blue Cord, by iHOPE Ministries

In the final episode of Season 6, Karen and her husband Renod discuss how Jesus prepared his disciples to engage with people of other faiths. They explore four ways Jesus prepared his followers, including knowing scripture, having a personal relationship with God, being filled with the Holy Spirit, and meeting people of different faiths and cultures. They also delve into what diffe

Discover how to inspire and empower your Christian friends to share Jesus with people of other faiths and cultures in this episode of The Blue Cord Podcast. Host Karen and guest Cathy discuss their experiences with opposition and apathy from fellow Christians and share practical steps to overcome these challenges. Learn how Cathy went from having no one interested in sharing their

Struggle with sharing your faith? You're not alone. In this powerful podcast episode, Dr. Lisa Pak, who works alongside Rick Warren with Finishing the Task (FTT), uncovers two common resistance factors that often hold believers back from being bold witnesses for Christ. Many people don't even realize these factors are at play, subtly undermining their confidence and courage. But o

In this episode of The Blue Cord Podcast, Karen shares the inspiring story of how three ordinary believers challenged her faith and taught her the importance of sharing Jesus with others. Through encounters with Muhammad, Caroline, and Miriam, Karen learns to overcome fear and embrace a bold faith. This powerful episode encourages listeners to pray for a faith like theirs and to be

In this episode of The Blue Cord Podcast, Karen and her guest Melanie discuss how to find and engage with people from different faiths and cultures. They share personal stories and insights on how to shine your light for Christ in everyday life, whether through identifying yourself as a Jesus follower or initiating conversations about faith. They emphasize the need to be open to th

Narmin, a former Muslim from a Soviet nation, shares her journey of encountering Christ and the transformation it brought to her life. She discusses her upbringing, the series of events that led her to accept Jesus as her Lord and Savior, and the challenges she faced in sharing her faith with her Muslim family. Narmin now works with Global Heart Ministries, using social media to sp

Discover how to overcome obstacles and share the hope of Jesus with people from other faiths and cultures in this episode of The Blue Cord Podcast. Karen interviews guest Kimberly, who shares her journey of learning to be intentional in sharing her faith with refugees and immigrants. They discuss the importance of building relationships, being upfront about their faith, and the rol

Why would people of other faiths be attracted to Christianity? In this episode, Karen interviews Becca, who shares her journey of embracing the privilege of proclaiming the hope of Jesus to people from different faith backgrounds. Becca emphasizes the importance of love, authenticity, and intentional relationships in sharing the love of Christ. She encourages listeners to step out

Join Karen and her guest, Jill Lowry, as they discuss doubts and assumptions that can hinder our ability to be authentic witnesses for Christ. Jill shares her personal journey from a culturally Catholic background to becoming a missionary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and India. They explore assumptions about people already knowing about Jesus and the importance of trusti

Clay, a worship leader and church planter, joins Karen on The Blue Cord Podcast to discuss the challenge of sharing one's faith with non-believers. They explore practical ways to overcome awkwardness and fear, emphasizing the importance of love and genuine connection. Clay shares personal stories of stepping out in faith and the transformative power of prayer. Listeners are encoura