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🌟 GoodNews Journey: AUGUST UPDATEThis summer has been full of Gospel opportunities, unexpected twists, and God’s grace at work!
📻 Exciting News!
GNJ was invited to lead an evangelism radio campaign on The House FM called “Share the Gift of Christ this Christmas.” For about 40 days in a row, we’ll be on air sharing 30 evangelism tips, posting that content on The House FM and GNJ social media reels, and joining 3 morning show interviews—equipping thousands to talk about Jesus this Christmas! They start airing on Nov 17, so stay tuned… literally! We’re praying this can be used at other radio stations.
🎤 Speaking & Training
This month we had the privilege of being in several churches and ministry settings. At Capitol Hill Baptist Church (OKC) we taught Equip Classes 3–5, covering When to Have Gospel Conversations, 4-Chair Discipleship as a clear pathway for multiplying disciple-makers, and how to understand and engage other worldviews. At Edmond Community Church we preached on the importance of evangelism and trained in Sharing Your Story. At South Tulsa Baptist (YEC Tulsa) we joined in the event and outreach and led an Apologetics Training on answering 9 common objections to Christianity. At FBC McAlester we spoke for their Back-to-School event that inspired students and families to live on mission. At FBC Hulbert we preached and trained in evangelism, teaching on Gospel Urgency and the GOODNEWS Gospel Conversation Strategy. Being with people and in places like these this month has been such a blessing!
👥 Coaching & Leaders
We gathered 18 ministry leaders from five states for a group coaching call, along with several one-on-one sessions. Together we unpacked insights from the Gospel Advancing Insider Report, the three key ingredients transforming youth ministries, and practical ways to live out the seven values and five stages of a Gospel Advancing Ministry. These coaching times are sharpening leaders and fueling Gospel-centered movements nationwide.
🙏 Evangelism Ministry
We led seven sessions at the OKC Juvenile Center—and at nearly every one, young men came to faith in Christ! Every person that says yes to Jesus, and yes to sharing Jesus, reminds us why this ministry exists—to inspire, equip, and mobilize God’s people to share the Good News.
🤝 Networking for Gospel Movements
God opened new doors for collaboration this month. We partnered with leaders in OKC through The Hope Gathering, joined the NXT Move North America call to strategize on reversing the decline of Christianity, and connected with pastors and ministry leaders to strengthen Gospel movements both locally and nationally.
⚾ UNITE 25 Update
Momentum is building for the outreach at Bricktown Ballpark on September 28. Over 100 volunteers have signed up for the Decision Team, but we need 100 more. Would you consider joining us? We’ll train you, and you’ll be part of seeing many hear and respond to the Gospel.
🌐 New Tools & Content
We launched the official GNJ Facebook Page—filled with blogs, videos, and equipping content. Please take a moment to follow, like, comment, and share our page—it really helps the ministry! The resources on it are designed to help spark a movement of everyday evangelism.
✈️ Missions
We met with Trinity Baptist Church in OKC about hosting a GNJ in-state project serving a low-income apartment complex. More details are coming soon. Meanwhile, we continue preparing for GNJ mission trips to Guatemala, Portugal, and Cambodia in 2026.
🏠 Family Update
We tried a quick getaway before school, but Jonah needed an emergency appendectomy in Houston. Praise God he’s recovering well! Mackenzie also started college at SNU, and while we’re excited for her new season, Candace especially feels the change of not having all four kids at home. And after months in the shop, Mackenzie’s car is finally running again! First time since December! It’s a very meaningful victory in a family of six!
📣 The Bold Vision
50K Trained | 7K Sent | 100K Saved by 2030. At our third-quarter GNJ Board Meeting, we celebrated progress and prayed toward this vision. This season has been about helping believers know when to share, how to share, what to say, and how to engage others with confidence. From classrooms to pulpits, blogs to radio, coaching calls to jail ministry—the Gospel is advancing! Thank you for praying, giving, and encouraging us. Together we are seeing the Good News spread! 💙
