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Grace at the Fray

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The gospel is a profound paradox – God's grace shines brightest not in our moments of strength, but in our darkest struggles and weaknesses. Join Pastor Jim Lovelady for conversations with missionaries and ministry leaders from the US and abroad, as they share moving stories and teaching about God's grace working at the frayed edges of life. Be encouraged by their personal stories of how God uses ... more

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How do we actually grow in grace—by grace? In this episode, we explore how real transformation doesn’t come from trying harder, but from trusting more deeply. Jim and guest Patric Knaak unpack the counterintuitive nature of sanctification—and how the... more

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Watching someone take a real risk for Jesus can stir our hope—and gently expose the places where we hold back. In this episode, we follow Sydney’s story of small, honest steps of faith, marked by real fear and a deepening trust in a gracious God. As ... more

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What if the ache beneath our routines is actually worship searching for a worthy object? In the West, we often look to politics, success, appearance, sports, or approval for what only God can give. In the mountains where our guest “Carl” serves, idol... more

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In places where the name of Jesus is rarely spoken, ordinary work becomes a doorway for extraordinary grace. In this episode, Jim sits down with Matt Allison, Serge’s Executive Director, to explore Business for Transformation—real businesses in hard ... more

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Recent Guests

Stephanie Black
Surge field worker located in Nairobi, Kenya, working in theological education for leaders mostly in Africa and Asia.
Surge
Episode: S6:E9 Scandalous Grace for the Global Church
Joel Hylton
Executive leadership team member at Serge, missionary with extensive overseas experience
Serge
Episode: S6:E8 Joy and Rest for Those Who Serve
Bob H
Long-time field worker with Serge, serving in London for decades.
Serge
Episode: S6:E7 A Bigger Gospel for a Weary Faith
Paul Kim
Pastor in San Diego and author of a book on the Old Testament Book of Daniel
Gospel Center Life in the Bible series
Episode: S6:E6 Living Faithfully in Hostile Times
Alex Jun
Director of Intercultural Development at Serge
Serge
Episode: S6:E3 How Grace Empowers Cultural Humility
Kellie Brown
Leader of the Kinship ministry at Serge, focusing on gospel transformation for the African American community.
Serge
Episode: S6:E2 Grace is for You: The Heart of Serge for All People
Iain Duguid
Professor at Westminster Seminary and church planter
Westminster Seminary
Episode: S6:E1 Christ at Work in You: How to Trust in the Sovereignty of God
Nick Hall
Evangelist and founder of Pulse Evangelism
Pulse Evangelism
Episode: S5:E12 Visualizing Revival and Mission in Gen Z
Hunter Dockery
Works on Serge's development team focusing on mission's work and leadership
Serge
Episode: S5:E11 Beauty from Ashes: How Brokenness Invites God’s Presence

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Jim Lovelady
Host and Pastor who engages in deep conversations with missionaries and ministry leaders, exploring themes of God's grace and challenges within faith.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 70 ratings
  • Good Stuff

    Enjoying the interviews and learning more about the world of missions

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Frayed Pages
    United Statesa year ago
  • Edifying

    Amazing and edifying. When I listen, I’m reminded that God is BIG yet near. I love the transparency of both interviewer and interviewee. Just a great program and I’m so thankful I came across it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dani732015
    United States2 years ago
  • Marvelous

    I am often surprised listening to the fascinating guests on this podcast. Definitely good for expanding my thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrJJS
    United States2 years ago
  • Nurse in North Carolina

    I loved hearing the story from the missionary in the first episode. It was very encouraging but sometimes hard to follow with the interviewers interruptions. I look forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    nurse in North Carolina
    United States3 years ago
  • Brings gravity to grace

    Great podcast - great host. Brings gravity to the conversation about how grace works itself out in our daily lives. We’ll done- looking forward to more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MTW Ukraine
    United States3 years ago

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Amazing and edifying. It reminds me that God is BIG yet near. I love the transparency of both interviewer and interviewee.
Enjoying the interviews and learning more about the world of missions.
I am often surprised listening to the fascinating guests. Definitely good for expanding my thinking.
Great podcast - great host. Brings gravity to the conversation about how grace works itself out in our daily lives.
I loved hearing the story from the missionary in the first episode. It was very encouraging but sometimes hard to follow with the interviewer's interruptions.
Thank you for your time and efforts!

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S5:E1 Resurrection Hope and the Fullness of God’s Kingdom
Q: Where do you see Serge as it's poised to really bring this stuff to life?
Matt discusses the potential for Serge to empower church leaders towards a resurrection hopefulness that is both felt and transformative.
S5:E3 The Relentless Pursuit of God
Q: How do we move that out into various contexts?
By preaching Jesus and embodying his love, we call to remind evangelicals of the Father's love, moving beyond legalism to true relationship.
S5:E2 Campus Ministry, Anxiety, and the Call to Mission
Q: What's it like doing ministry?
Joy describes the beauty of being on campus, engaging students in their environment, and the challenges that arose during COVID, particularly regarding students' social anxieties.
S5:E2 Campus Ministry, Anxiety, and the Call to Mission
Q: So, you're at Belmont University with RUF. I wanna hear some of your story and how you ended up getting into ministry.
Joy recounts her initial hesitations about ministry due to witnessing its challenges growing up as a pastor's kid, yet found joy in serving and felt called to it after personal healing and reflection.
S4:E9 Movements of Grace in Church Planting and Community Renewal
Q: What are you up to, man?
Howard shares that he and his wife have moved to Atlanta to plant Kindred Hope Church, focusing on the African American community.

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What is Grace at the Fray about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations focus on the transformative power of God's grace, particularly in the context of struggles and weaknesses experienced by individuals involved in missions and ministry. Guests, including missionaries and leaders, share personal anecdotes, insights on cultural engagement, and reflections on themes such as grace, revival, and the challenges of living out faith in a secular world. Noteworthy discussions emphasize cultivating humility, understanding cultural nuances in faith practice, and exploring the broader implications of the gospel beyond traditional boundaries. Overall, the content invites listeners to experience grace while navigating their own life challenges, making it particularly appealing to those interested in spiritua... more

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4. Paul Kim
5. Alex Jun
6. Kellie Brown
7. Iain Duguid
8. Nick Hall

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