Jungle Discipleship School Podcast
This is the official podcast of the Jungle Discipleship School. Here you'll find stories, interviews, music, news and content from the war in Burma, and what is happening at the Jungle Discipleship School.These are real life stories of missionaries and ministries on the front lines. This is raw discipleship from the warzone, becuse christian living isn't always easy. Visit us at www.JungleDiscipleshipSchool.comSupport the work of the school and this podcast, consider tax-deductible giving through our website. FacebookInstagramYouTube
Episode 36 - The Uyghurs and Getting Kicked Out (part 2)
Join us for part 2 in my interview with Mike Riley. After getting kicked out of Central Asia for his work with the Uyghurs, Mike took a job as a youth pastor in Thailand and then started serving in the conflict zones in the Middle East. The danger ramped up as he entered war zones in Syria, with a young family, he had to reckon with the dangers associated with bringing the gospel into places where he could easily die.
Mike is a humble servant of God - the kind that they usually don't write missionary biographies about, but t...
Episode 35 - The Uyghurs and Getting Kicked Out (Part 1)
Wow wow wow what an exciting episode we have for you this week. Join us as we transition from the war zone of Burma into an interview with my dear friend Mike Riley. Mike served as a missionary to the Uyghur people in central Asia and has spent his life fighting for the poor and oppressed people in the world. He and his young family were kicked out of the country they were working in because of their support and missions work to the Uyghur people, but that didn't stop Mike from serving God. This interview is a raw look...
Episode 34 - What Are You Eating?
Spiders, snake, pets, it's all fair game when it comes to eating in Burma. Join me on the Jungle Discipleship School Podcast this week as we talk about food, food security, and nutrition in the war zone of Burma. There is actually something much deeper going on in our minds and lives when we don't know where tomorrow's food will come from. Food security is a huge part of trauma healing.
We're thankful for your donations to the Jungle Discipleship School that keep our trainings and school well fed. We currently have around 30 monthly donors and we have a...
Episode 33 - Running From The Police
Sit with me as I have a glass of wine and watch for the police out my window.
It's been a long past 24 hours, stressful and full of anxiety, but God is still with me. In this episode I share some missionary tales from the war zone of Burma and ask two important questions (you'll have to listen to the episode to find out what the questions are... if you think I was just going to post the questions in this blurb, think again!) Also, you can hear a bit about JDS graduation and the final moments on t...
Episode 32 - Savour Your Blessings
Episode 31 - Savour Your Blessings - Join us in this exciting episode of the Jungle Discipleship School Podcast as we dive deep into some of the way you have been a blessing to us, and we have been able to be a blessing here in Burma. We are more than just a school - we've quietly been able to help with a number of projects and opportunities here in Burma, thanks to your support. In this episode we celebrate you as we savour some of our blessings.
We also look forward to Celebration Week next week as we c...
Episode 31 - Good Grief
Have you exiled grief in your life? Have you even paused to consider that you've exiled anything? Good grief, we need to pause and give grief time in our lives.
Join us in this episode of the JDS Podcast as we talk through the stages of grief and how we learned it here at JDS last week. We'll also talk about the Love of God and our upcoming graduation ceremony. There is lots happening at JDS and we're so thankful you're tuning in, following along, and sharing JDS media with your friends and family.
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Episode 30 - Setbacks
How do you handle setbacks in your life? Recently at JDS we've faced a few setbacks that have taken the wind out of my sails - hense, no podcast episodes for a while - sorry about that. But, we're back! Are you still with us?
Come along for a drive with me in my truck. One of my favourite times to chat and catch up with an old friend is on a long drive - so I invite you guys to into my podcast studio this week in the JDS truck.
Listen as I discuss some of...
Episode 29 - Where Are All The Spiritual Parents?
As you step into your talents and voice, do you look up in the balcony or bleachers of life and see a host of spiritual parents cheering you on? Hmmm...I wonder where they are? Catch up with us at JDS here in this episode of the podcast where we unpack this concept of spiritual parenting. We never stop watching our parents, how they handle different situations, and I think its important that someone says that - so that's what this episode is about. Please share it.
We also discuss the concept of a non-Burmese student joining JDS-2 n...
Episode 28 - I Don't Know Everything In The World
OK, this might surprise some of you amazing podcast listeners, but I actually don't know everything in the world... BUT....in this episode I take some liberal guesses at some of the "we're the only discipleship school in the world..." type topics. Come have a listen and let me know if I'm right or not. In other news... there are some big announcements in this episode, but you'll have to stick with us to the end of the episode to find out.
It's hard to sound genuine on the internet, but I'm genuinely thankful that you're listening and w...
Episode 27 - JDS By The Numbers. A New Years Edition
You know how the King of England gives royal speech every Christmas? And the President of the United States gives the State of Union every year? Well, this is nothing like that. Those things are professionally done and this, well, this is like everything else JDS, scattered and beautiful. But, I really genuinely hope this episode doesn't get lost in the shuffle of New Years and holidays because I really feel like there is some goodness here for all of us. In this episode we unpack the semester 1 staff and student survey of JDS and there is some interesting things...
Episode 26 - Not A Normal School...
This episode starts off with a prayer, gets into our mission plans and some of whats been going on here at JDS, but then it deteriorates quickly into burps and laughter... This is not your normal podcast, JDS is not a normal school - AND - in excited news, we are not having a normal Black Friday sale on JDS swag!
This is just a quick pre-mission update from JDS. Thank you so much for being with us. We love you and we value your time.
If you're considering end of year giving, we'd be so...
Episode 25 - Can You Say That?
"Does Jesus have more personality than our JDS pig?" It’s a question no one’s dared to ask—until now. In this episode, we dive into the personality of Jesus, comparing Him to our famously sassy swine, while also bringing you some exciting updates from the Jungle Discipleship School. Stick around for a sneak peek at our students’ incredible recordings that are helping spread the gospel across Burma and hear about our upcoming mission!
Episode 24 - Mischief, Mayhem, Motorcycles
Hi friends, it's been a while since we last uploaded an episode. So here is a cool little update. This started out just being a short update but ended up having a few little nuggets of gold in it - if I do say so myself...I think you'll be encouraged by some of the answers to prayer and God stories in this.
Thanks so much for being with us.
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Episode 23 - Building Church
This week join Dave as he takes a deep dive into the happenings of JDS, some of the back story, struggles and challenges, and whats going on as JDS prepares for their first ever Opening Ceremony. Dave also walks through how JDS is doing, and building, "church"...
We are excited where the JDS Podcast is heading, it feels like we're just getting warmed up.
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Episode 22 - Alcohol and Becoming a Man
Jeremy was drinking at the bar one night and took a girl home. They ended up having a one night stand that led to her getting pregnant. But when he found out she was pregnant, he went and knocked on her door and said "we better get to know each other because we're going to be having a kid together." They've now been married for twelve years. God redeemed Jeremy's story, and continues to redeem his story.
For many of us, alcohol is a slippery slope and something we have to face in our lives. Jeremy honestly and b...
Episode 21 - Food Not Bombs
Food Not Bombs Facebook PageJDS has begun! Year 1 students are here. We're in the jungle and we've started class... it's a bit surreal. Join us this week on the podcast as we share a bit about the opening of JDS, then we welcome Naw Zember Paw as a guest on our podcast. Naw Zember Paw started an organization called Food Not Bombs that teaches about sustainable farming and freedom through food. She is passionate about helping young people and has given up everything to help her people. She is a third-generation runner - she had to flee Burma army, her...
Episode 20 - Jesus Wept
Have you ever been angry at God? Maybe a better question would be, have you ever admitted you were angry at God? Why not come along for the journey as Dave shares some of what's been going on in his heart and soul over the past few months. Also, some exciting news about land, some prayer requests, and whats coming up on the podcast.
We are thankful that you're with us. It helps us when you subscribe to our show and it helps us get the word out when you share these episodes with your friends. So maybe t...
Episode 19 - Unbeatable Mind with Brett Hextall
Brett Hextall is a former pro hockey player and NHL development coach, not only that, but he's a pretty awesome guy. Join us as we go for a walk around Fargo and talk about a bunch of things; Down Syndrome, NHL, SEAL Fit and Unbeatable Mind. This long-form interview with Brett is really worth the listen.
If you - or someone you know - has a child with Down Syndrome, please check out GiGi's Playhouse across the USA, a free family resource - https://gigisplayhouse.org/
If you would like to do some mental st...
Episode 18 - Interview with James Part 2
What colour are you? Yellow? Blue? White or Red? Join us for part 2 of this conversation with James as he unpacks the colour code, Isreal, and working in Burma. James is currently serving as the Chief of Staff for the Free Burma Rangers and is a dear friend of mine. Join us as we sit down in Starbucks and drink a coffee together and chat about life.
Get some JDS Swag and if you feel led to support our school and this podcast, consider making a donation, all at www.JungleDiscipleshipSchool.com
Love you all and t...
Episode 17 - Fortune 500 to Fortune Burma. Interview with James (part 1)
James went from growing up witha single-mom in a trailer park to attend the prestigeous United States Military Academy at West Point. From there he entered corporate America where he climbed the ranks as a leader in the business world. But then God called him and his family to leave it all behind and go be missionaries overseas. Join us on the podcast this week as I share an interview with James.
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Episode 16 - Meet Zadok and Claire!
Sittin' in a creek in Tennessee... Chatting with Zadok and Claire who have joined JDS as the Discipleship School leaders... Guys, you can listen to Zadok's smooth moves when it comes to talking to ladies. Ladies, listen to Claire talk about being a courageous woman. This episode is full of joy and God's fingerprints. I'm so excited to have Z&C joining JDS this fall, so get to know them and welcome them!
If you want to listen to Claire's Courageous Womanhood podcast it can be found here: https://www.courageouswomanhood.org/podcast
If you want t...
Episode 15 - Wine With Bailey Part 2
The first rule of trauma club is you can't talk about trauma club... Join us for part 2 of this interview with Bailey as we dive a bit deeper into the waters of trauma, knowing God and following him. In this episode we talk about loss and how we can heal from loss and love those who we are called to be with in the middle of loss. If you haven't listened to Part 1 of the interview with Bailey, I suggest you pause and go back and listen to it. Jala and the boys are still up doing a training, so...
Episode 14 - Wine With Bailey (Part 1)
Join me for this special conversation with my friend Bailey! Not your typical JDS podcast, but a special two part series where I sit down over a glass or three of wine with my dear friend Bailey. She left behind the "American Dream" when she was twenty years old and moved (as a single woman) to the other side of the world. And not only that, but she moved to a war zone. Bailey has faced bombings, death, and many challenges as she's followed the call God put on her heart. I think her story is inspiring and I hope...
Episode 13 - The Church Prayed Earnestly
A doozy of an episode here... The boys share some of the news updates from the past week and then you can take part in a story of God's goodness helping us get of our jail. Listen to how God sets up meetings with old friends at just the perfect time to lend a helping hand. Thanks so much for listening and sharing and being part of what we're doing here at JDS. We love you all!
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Episode 12 - A Long Obedience In The Same Direction
We're back with Episode 12 of the JDS podcast... We've got a revamped version of the news... still a work in progress, but have a listen and let us know what you think. Also, an update on the meeting last week with the leaders for approval of JDS - and KuhNuh's story unpacked as we are here with him in Burma building him a house. It's a bit long, but theres lots here. Come along. We're thankful you're with us.
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Episode 11 - What Italian Pizza Teaches Us About Love
We're back after a short holiday! Thanks for sticking with us. This week we get a short update from Italy, including learning what Italian pizza teaches us about loving people well... Jala sends us some of the news updates, and we look forward to future JDS plans. We finally got the meeting we've been waiting for so we pray into that as well! Join us, we're thankful you're here.
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Episode 10 - The Lord's Prayer
Thanks for being with us... this week Jala does share the news, and then we dive into a deep dive of the Lord's Prayer - a prayer that is one of my favourites to pray. So in this week's episode I share with you how I unpack and pray this famous prayer. Come have a listen.
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Episode 9 - Home?
We're home!... well wait... What is home? Where do we belong? Let's dive into Episode 9 of the podcast... Who has time to listen to hour long podcasts? If you do, thanks for being with us, we appreicate you... In this episode Jala doesn't share the news - but I ramble for a bit longer... we also have two special guests, KPS and SuMay who we welcome to the podcast to reflect on their past month going home to Burma...For me, this is a great episode and I hope you enjoy it.
Episode 8 - Truth Bombs
In this episode the Burma Army drops a bomb (literally) while recording (I don't think you can hear it in the distance) and we talk about fear. Jala shares the news and we send you this episode from our mission here in Burma... recorded with my feet in a stream in Burma...
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Episode 7.2 - The Soldier's Song
In this bonus episode, you can listen to the Soldier's Song, sung by the JDS team. This is the song mentioned in Episode 7 of the podcast that was sung for Day Chit's family. I hope you enjoy this bonus content.
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Episode 7 - Listening to God's Nudges
Ok brace yourselves, it's a bit of a long episode (53 mins) but it was fun to record. Now that we're slowly finding our rhythm in this podcast world, I hope you are enjoying the podcasts, but more importantly I hope there are small nuggets of wisdom in each episode. We need to dig through the noise of this podcast and the world to unearth the nuggets that the Father has for each of us individually. This week JaLa shares the news, and you'll get an update from our current mission - recorded from a stream in Burma, I hope you'll...
Episode 6 - From the Jungle with Love
Join us this week from the jungle of Burma where we are on mission... Jala shares the news and we share a bit about our first ever team retreat last week and some of the guys with us now on mission.
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Episode 5 - It's Not Good To Be a Successful Jerk
Wow, lots going on on this episode... We welcome our first ever guests onto the podcast (and please forgive us as we had some audio recording issues - my fault - during the interview... we'll get better, I promise). Jala shares the news, and we talk about how it's not ok to be successful and a jerk. Come tag along.
Episode 4 - The Timing of God
This is the first ever episode recorded from Burma, from our Jungle Discipleship School grounds... or at least we hope it will become our grounds... listen to the story as we share how we came to find this ground and struggling with the feelings of being behind in everything... Also JaLa will share some of the latest news from Burma. Thanks for being with us.
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Episode 3 - I Trust You With My Life
This week we dive into Burma's new conscription law that has been activated, as well some thoughts on mandatory service... Jala also shares some news from the past week in Burma from an ethnic perspective, and we discuss the concept of providing for ourselves.
Episode 2 - The Last Great Commodity
In this episode we share some of the latest news in Burma, including big news this past week about the Burma government junta forcing all young people to serve 2 years in the Burma army and some of the implications that might cause. We also dive into what we give our attention over to. Thanks for tunign in!
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Episode 1 - Rabbit Trails
Welcome to the first ever episode of the Jungle Discipleship School podcast. Think of this as the "origin story".
Get an update on Burma news for the week of Feb 9 2024 and learn about our mission into Burma last week and some of the things we're grappling with spiritually.
