Episode 63 27min February 5, 2026

On Ministry in Kuala Lumpur

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Ryan talks with missionaries about life and ministry in KL.

 

Topics Discussed

01:00 – From California to Kuala Lumpur
How a pastor and his family were called from Olympia, WA to international ministry.

06:50 – Pastoring a Multicultural Church
Navigating language barriers, song selection, and diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

09:30 – Sermon Illustrations in a Global Context
Why biblical illustrations and local stories resonate best.

10:30 – Ministry Beyond the Church
Engaging with refugee schools and community outreach.

12:15 – Understanding the City
Kuala Lumpur’s ethnic, religious, and cultural diversity—and what it means for ministry.

14:15 – Encouragement for New Workers
Advice to families considering moving to Malaysia.

15:55 – Opportunities for Women
How the city’s transient expat population creates gospel openings for women.

17:45 – KL’s Strategic Importance
Why Kuala Lumpur may become a hub for gospel ministry like Dubai.

18:20 – What the City Needs
More churches, theological training, and language-specific gospel outreach.

21:00 – Theological Landscape
Challenges of legalism, moralism, and the importance of gospel clarity.

23:00 – English as an Open Door
Why English fluency opens up spiritual conversations.

25:00 – Unreached Peoples at Their Doorstep
Opportunities to reach one of Joshua Project’s top 50 unreached groups—right in KL.

 

Resources Mentioned


The Joshua Project – Unreached People Groups

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