Show notes
The modern Church often talks about faithfulness in theory. Stephanie Quick lives it in practice. Speaking from northern Israel near the borders of Lebanon and Syria, she shares how a series of unexpected acts of obedience led her to a region she never planned to call home.The conversation explores life during conflict, what it means to minister in a place shaped by uncertainty, and how proximity to war changes one's perspective on worship, calling, and dependence on God. Stephanie reflects on the grace that accompanies obedience and the surprising peace that can come when God places someone exactly where He intends them to be.The discussion then turns toward the deeper challenges facing the Church. From polarization surrounding Israel and the Middle East to the temptations of tribalism within Christian communities, Stephanie argues that the cross remains the great equalizer. In an age dominated by outrage, platforms, and competing narratives, believers are called to keep a tender heart, stay rooted in Scripture, and bear faithful witness to Jesus.Key TakeawaysObedience often leads where comfort never would.Living near conflict exposes what we truly trust.The cross dismantles tribalism and calls believers to love even those they consider enemies.Ministry is strongest when it functions more like a table than a platform.Scripture must remain the Church's primary source of formation in a distracted age.The Church must resist offense and cultivate spiritual resilience.Faithfulness requires both conviction and humility.Chapter Markers00:00 Introduction and Stephanie's journey to Israel03:00 Living near the borders of Lebanon and Syria05:15 Worship, discipleship, and faith during conflict11:45 The story behind Emmaus Table14:30 Theology, Israel, and ministry in the Middle East19:45 Why the cross confronts tribalism24:30 Loving enemies in polarized times27:00 A message to the Western Church31:15 Keeping a tender heart in the last daysWant to learn how GO International is planting the Church where it isn’t - and what that could look like for you?Visit GO International to give, go, or grow the movement.To explore more of Stephanie's teaching, films, podcasts, and biblical resources, visit The Emmaus Table.