E57: Farming, the Gospel, and Miracles: Raising a Young Family on Mission in the Congo | Sherrill Kaonga of Overland Missions

Life as missionaries in the Congo has given Sherrill and her family an up-close look at the faithfulness of God.  In this conversation, we talk about how the gospel weaves itself into Sherrill’s everyday moments: shared meals, long travels, homeschooling, ministering, and more. She shares how the Farming God’s Way curriculum is helping transform not just land, but hearts, as locals learn to release superstition and trust God for provision. From stories of healing and answered prayer to a peek at living in true gospel community, this episode offers a glimpse into a calling that is both stretching and full of abundance!In this episode, we cover:Sherrill shares what daily life looks like as a missionary family with three young sons serving in the CongoTheir work focuses on discipling local people to carry the gospel into their own communitiesFarming God’s Way curriculum teaches how agriculture and faith are deeply connected, as modeled in the BibleMany communities tie farming to spirituality, so learning to turn from witchcraft and trust God with the land is part of discipleshipExamples of how Scripture speaks to restoration in every area of life, including food production and the fruitfulness of the landThe beauty of ministry unfolding in everyday moments: traveling, eating together, and visiting remote villagesHow daily life on their team models true gospel community: living in close proximity, sharing meals, prayer, and everyday moments togetherThe contrast between American independence and the reliance on God that is required in impoverished communitiesMiraculous stories of people witnessing God’s provision through physical healing, rain, and daily needs being metHow the team honors leadership structures in the Congo and focuses on reaching local leaders in order to open the door for entire villages to receive the gospelA look at raising and homeschooling children within mission life as they integrate family and calling The importance of simple, relational discipleship that multiplies from one person to the nextView full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube.Thank you to our sponsors!McMurrayHatchery.com | A wide selection of poultry breeds and supplies to assist you with raising your flockNutrimill.com | High-quality small kitchen appliance products that function well, are easy to use, and promote healthy eatingRESOURCES MENTIONEDLearn more about Farming God’s Way and upcoming training events at farming-gods-way.orgVisit Overland Missions to support Sherrill and her family's ministryCONNECTSherrill Kaonga of Overland Missions | Website | InstagramHomesteaders of America | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest