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A Storm In The Desert—Podcast by 9Marks

9Marks
Church
Jesus
Dubai
United Christian Church Of Dubai
Middle East
Pastoral Authority
Healthy Churches
Capitol Hill Baptist Church
Gospel
Christianity
Ras Al Khaimah
Nine Marks
Arabian Peninsula
Billy Graham
Evangelical Christian Church Of Dubai
Intervarsity Christian Fellowship
9/11
Zermatt, Switzerland
United States
John Newton

In 1972, at the base of a Swiss mountain, God saved a man named Mack Stiles. Two decades later, John Folmar “accepted Jesus as his personal Savior”; he doesn’t know even where he first heard that phrase.What happens in the next quarter-century is a testament to God’s commitment to use faithful, ordinary ministry to effect fruitful, extraordinary change. A Storm in the Desert tells this story.

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Latest Episodes

"Can you believe it, Leeann?" "No, I can't believe it."

Dave and Gloria always dreamed of Dubai. Josh and Jenny dreamed of Jackson, Mississippi. Now they're both doing ministry in the Middle East. A storm in the desert is brewing.

After John and Keri showed up in Dubai, Babu and Ranjini were unsure and suspicious, Chris was lost and looking for answers, and Zhenia just didn't want to be brainwashed. But the Lord got to work, and the faithful, ordinary ministry of the Evangelic... more

In 1995, when John jogged past a church on Capitol Hill, he was looking for a status boost. What he found was the gospel and then a wife. In 2001, when Mack and Leeann landed in Dubai, they looked for a church. What they found was a well-meaning mess... more

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Recent Guests

Gloria Furman
Missionary and church planter alongside her husband Dave Furman
Episode: Dave & Gloria + Josh & Jenny (Ep. 4)
Jenny Manley
Former chief of staff and devoted church worker
Episode: Dave & Gloria + Josh & Jenny (Ep. 4)
Josh Manley
Former congressional aide and now church planter
Episode: Dave & Gloria + Josh & Jenny (Ep. 4)
John Folmar
Pastor of the Evangelical Christian Church of Dubai
Evangelical Christian Church of Dubai
Episode: Mack + Leeann (Ep. 1)

Host

Alex Duke
Host of this podcast who guides listeners through inspiring stories of church planting and ministry in challenging contexts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 266 ratings
  • Very Encouraging!

    Excellent podcast! It was so very encouraging to hear how God’s word is alive, effective and able to change hearts. Thankful for hearing the stories of everyday faith from Christians around the world

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarahM191
    Australia7 months ago
  • Super encouraging

    Great work here, very encouraging. All glory to God! Hoping for more stories like this from 9Marks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LawDawg2019
    United States8 months ago
  • Beautiful

    What glorious stories of the gospel going forth to all nations. Listening to this podcast has been a sweet encouragement to my heart, and I hope that more stories will continue to be told for the glory of God. My heart has been stirred to love and appreciate more the simple, faithful ministry of churches, near and far, and this has given me a renewed desire to give my all for Christ, in my local church now and ANYWHERE that he leads. To God be the glory!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TaylorDTrue
    United States8 months ago
  • Encouraging podcast

    Amazing and ongoing story of how God is working to save the nations. These church families are constantly toiling for the gospel and the fruit of their toil has been remarkable. Praise God for using the ordinary means of churches that value the ministry of the word.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SchwindtFam
    United States8 months ago
  • So Inspired

    I have been walking with the Lord, now for 50 years, since I was 29. My life has been and continues to be dramatically transformed, but as I listened to the 1st 1.5 episodes and then sat down for my prayer time, I was so drawn to love Jesus more deeply, not just as one love among many other loves. May God grow my life exponentially between now and my arrival in heaven whenever that will be.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    skeetermolly$
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the uplifting and encouraging nature of the content, highlighting the focus on God's work through healthy churches.
The testimonies shared often resonate deeply with individuals involved in or considering church leadership and evangelism.
The storytelling is compelling and shows how ordinary ministry can lead to extraordinary changes.
Many reviews express gratitude for the positive portrayal of church planting efforts, inspiring hope and motivation.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dave & Gloria + Josh & Jenny (Ep. 4)
Q: Did you ever want to give up?
Dave Furman reflects on a period of deep depression and physical pain where he felt like giving up, but he is thankful for the support of his wife and mentors during those challenging times.
Dave & Gloria + Josh & Jenny (Ep. 4)
Q: How do you deal with all of this pain and still get stuff done?
Despite dealing with chronic pain and multiple surgeries, Dave Furman emphasizes reliance on God and the church community for support, stating that weakness allows God to show His glory.
Mack + Leeann (Ep. 1)
Q: What was it like at the United Christian Church of Dubai?
The elders were good guys, but they operated as deacons, not elders, highlighting a need for understanding the spiritual role of eldership.
Mack + Leeann (Ep. 1)
Q: What can we learn from all this?
We all have roles to play in the same great story, and it's essential to recognize the long, slow work that God is doing over time.

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This podcast focuses on the transformative power of ministry and the experiences of individuals involved in church planting and evangelism, particularly in challenging environments like the Arabian Peninsula. It features personal stories from various hosts and guests who share their journeys of faith, including migration, cultural adaptation, and the impact of healthy church communities in expanding and deepening their spiritual lives. The narratives often highlight themes of reliance on God and the extraordinary changes that can stem from ordinary commitments to faith and service. Listeners can expect to hear encouraging testimonies that underscore the importance of church leadership, faithful service, and the journey of spiritual growth.

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2. Jenny Manley
3. Josh Manley
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