In this episode of the Ignite The Day Podcast, Toby chats with John Grunewald, Director for Rhema Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, about his inspiring journey from an unsaved background to becoming a key leader in the global Rhema movement. John shares incredible stories of faith, the founding of Rhema in Germany, his heart for missions, and what it takes to build leaders and plant churches across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. If you're passionate about Bible schools, church planting, leadership development, or simply want to be encouraged by what God is doing around the world, this conversation is for you!You'll hear about John's transformative encounter with the gospel, pioneering Bible schools in new nations, the secret work happening in hard-to-reach places, and practical steps for anyone who wants to get involved—whether through prayer, volunteering, leadership training, or giving.Want to know how books and teaching resources spark movements at the grassroots level? Curious about Rhema's vision and why Europe remains a region of burning passion for John after 30+ years? This episode is packed with revelation, inspiration and practical encouragement that's sure to ignite your day.Chapters:00:00 Welcome & Introduction01:00 John's story: from atheist to faith03:47 Life-changing Bible study and surrender to Christ05:03 Getting filled with the Spirit & charismatic community07:01 The call to Bible school & finding Rhema10:00 Meeting Michelle, marriage, and early ministry11:00 Prayer for Europe: the beginnings of a vision12:18 Moving to pastor in Indiana—trusting God's lead13:11 The first trip to Germany & starting a Bible school14:26 Rhema Germany: launch and growth15:03 Multi-campus expansion and strategy in Germany16:13 Leadership of Rhema in Europe, Africa & Middle East17:23 Explosive worldwide growth: from 14 to 100+ schools19:08 Taking responsibility for Africa and the Middle East20:23 Unseen work in sensitive nations: prayer needed22:42 Brexit, visa challenges, and continuing the vision25:40 Raising up future leaders for Rhema’s ongoing work26:36 Why Rhema? The message of faith and transformation28:29 The revelation of the Word and its impact29:27 Why Europe? A personal calling30:45 Vision for the next 5-10 years: leadership and hunger33:00 Key Rhema priorities: Bible schools, church planting, leadership training, translation34:03 The power and purpose of books for a grassroots movement38:10 Real-life stories: hunger for the Word in Europe40:10 Translating and distributing books across nations41:17 The scale of Rhema: students, graduates, campuses worldwide44:46 Developing leaders from Tulsa—practical steps47:03 Leadership training, team building, and practical how-to’s51:14 Biblical organization and delegation: lessons from Acts & Exodus52:18 Practical advice for those ready to grow as leaders54:46 How to get involved: prayer, volunteering, giving55:47 Where to connect: grunewald.org and more56:24 Closing words and encouragementDon’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if you were encouraged! Want to support or get involved with Rhema in Europe, Africa or the Middle East? Head to rhema.eu or grunewald.org for more info!

Welcome to the Ignite The Day Podcast, hosted by Rhema UK and Ireland Bible College. In this episode, Toby sits down with Ant to dive deep into the world of church planting, casting vision, and what it really takes to ignite lasting change in Europe and beyond. Whether you’re a RUKI student, alumni, a church leader, or just passionate about seeing new churches flourish, you’ll find practical insights on leadership, building church culture, and leveraging powerful tools like DCPI (Dynamic Church Planting International).Ant shares the story behind repurposing long-established churches like High Wycombe, planting a multicultural pentecostal church in Florence with just four faithful women, and reaching the Republic of Georgia and Bournemouth through principles of vision, consistency, and faith. If you want to know what church planting looks like in the 21st century, and how to develop leaders, mentors, and a pipeline for sustainable growth, this conversation is a must-listen.You’ll also discover how tools like DCPI empower movements, denominations, and local churches across different cultures—plus some candid leadership lessons around vision, finances, and building teams.Connect, get inspired, and learn how to step into the church-planting journey God is calling you to.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Ignite The Day Podcast00:14 What is DCPI? Dynamic Church Planting International explained01:55 The history and vision behind DCPI04:17 How DCPI fits within Assemblies of God & other denominations06:26 DCPI’s principle-based, adaptable training08:25 Church planting in the 21st century: lessons from High Wycombe10:28 Transitioning an established church to a church-planting culture13:14 Processes, Pathways, and Pipelines for church growth17:00 The value of every member in the body of Christ18:03 Stories of planting churches: Florence, Italy23:55 Lessons learned from the first church plant25:51 Planting in the Republic of Georgia29:43 Bilingual and multicultural church planting in Bournemouth32:57 Keys to finding people of peace and organic church planting33:18 Building atmosphere and culture across diverse locations34:11 Closing thoughts, how to connect, and next stepsLooking to connect or learn more?Church Planting and DCPI: churchplantingtraining@leecpi.euVibe Church: ant@vibe-church.comConnect Online: Vibe Church Europe WebsiteIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to like, subscribe, and share. Join us next time as we ignite your day with encouragement, inspiration, and revelation—to help you live the life God has called you to.

In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Toby Avery sits down with Ant Lee from Vibe Church in High Wycombe to talk all things church planting, vision, and following the call of God. Ant shares the journey of how he and his wife Sarah became pastors of Vibe Church, his experience with Dynamic Church Planting International (DCPI), and the powerful story of how God downloaded a vision for Europe—plus what it looks like to receive and carry vision in real life. From learning to discern God’s voice, embracing divine timing, to holding onto vision until it matures, this conversation is packed with revelation and encouragement for RHEMA UK and Ireland Bible College students, alumni, and supporters.Subscribe now to catch part two and never miss an inspiring conversation!Timestamps / Chapters:00:00 - Welcome to Ignite The Day Podcast00:15 - Introducing Ant Lee and Vibe Church01:23 - Ant’s first encounter with RHEMA and DCPI02:09 - How Ant and Sarah became pastors of Vibe Church05:47 - The prompting of the Holy Spirit and receiving God’s vision07:00 - What it’s like to receive a “downloaded” vision from God08:16 - Interpreting recurring visions and journaling the process10:14 - Trusting God to open doors and walking in faith11:38 - Vision for planting churches in Europe12:05 - Seeing a prophetic picture: Dream, confirmation, and more13:51 - When and how to share vision with others15:00 - Learning to be led by “it seems good to us and the Holy Spirit”16:07 - Balancing faith, timing, and God’s sovereignty17:37 - The journey of allowing vision to mature before sharing19:17 - Vision as part of family and marriage purpose20:38 - End of Part One & Subscribe for Part TwoLike, subscribe, and join us on this journey to ignite your day with inspiration and empowerment!

In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Pastor Joel joins Toby for a powerful conversation about igniting your spiritual life through prayer, surrender, and intimacy with God. Joel shares his journey as the pastor of Word of Life Church in Jackson, Mississippi, from inheriting leadership as a teenager to navigating seasons of pain, loss, and breakthrough. Joel opens up about the challenges and triumphs of leading a growing multi-campus church, the importance of humility in ministry, and how prayer transforms everything from church growth to personal intimacy with God. Discover practical tips on nurturing prayer, creating a prayer culture, and moving from striving to surrender. Plus, learn about 365Prayer and how you can join the movement and impact nations through a simple commitment to pray.RHEMA UKI Prayer 365 Initiative!A daily prayer initiative where each person commits to one specific day of intentional prayer, creating a continual covering of prayer every day in 2026. 👉 https://form.jotform.com/253522877574064Prayer is powerful, it is effective, and it moves heaven. If you have a heart to pray, we would love you to be part of this.Chapters:00:00 Welcome, introduction, and Joel’s story02:22 Loss, calling, and the beginning of Joel’s ministry leadership05:29 Navigating pain, surrender, and finding God in broken seasons10:35 The pride vs. prayer dilemma in church leadership13:25 Seeking God vs. seeking church growth: heart motives16:06 Practical steps and the daily journey of surrender26:29 Breathing in and breathing out: prayer as spiritual oxygen27:01 The lost art of prayer in today’s church33:00 How prayer personally changes lives and ministries36:44 Connecting humility to prayer: a posture rather than just petition40:44 Improving the culture of prayer in your church and life43:35 Teach it, model it: practical ways to ignite prayer among believers44:35 365prayer—mobilizing prayer for nations in the UK and beyond47:00 Practical prayer challenge: one hour, journal, and listening for God49:05 Final encouragement and discovering God’s plan through prayer51:01 Where to find Joel’s resources and more about Word of Life ChurchSubscribe for more episodes from Ignite The Day Podcast, brought to you by RHEMA UK and Ireland Bible College.

In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Toby talks with Matt Hattabaugh, an American missionary, pastor, and author based in Beirut, Lebanon. Matt and his wife Julie oversee Go Church Beirut and serve as national directors for Rhema Bible College Lebanon. He recently released his fifth book, Secure Leadership, and in this conversation, he dives deep into the real-world impact of empowering others, leadership insecurity, and how biblical principles can transform both church and marketplace environments.If you’ve ever wondered how to transition from transactional to transformational leadership, or how to develop cultures of trust, learning, and empowerment, this episode is for you. Matt shares powerful stories from his own journey—from serving in Russia and the Czech Republic, to corporate America, and ultimately back into global ministry—and reveals practical steps to create lasting influence in any sphere.Whether you're a church leader, in the public sector, or passionate about missions and discipleship, grab your notebook—there are golden nuggets throughout.Get your copy of Matt’s new book Secure Leadership.USA: https://a.co/d/0iLvSSbUUK: https://amzn.eu/d/0ivBnxVn Find out more at https://go-me.org/Chapters / Key Moments:00:00 – Introduction to Matt, Lebanon missions, and Secure Leadership02:16 – Childhood influences, growing up around missionaries04:08 – From the US mission field to corporate America (and back again)06:40 – Experiencing God’s call to Lebanon and planting Go Church Beirut09:12 – Lessons learned in finance and corporate leadership11:19 – Bringing biblical principles into the workplace13:06 – Empowering others and the tragedy of leader insecurity15:54 – The heart of Secure Leadership and giving the mission away18:20 – Transformational leadership: moving beyond transactional thinking21:00 – Insecurity: unseen limits and long-term impact on teams24:42 – How insecurity can create toxic environments and church hurt26:29 – The importance of self-assessment and healthy leadership environments28:24 – Practical steps to empower and develop new leaders30:33 – Giving away responsibility and trust—what happens when things go wrong?33:40 – Learning cultures vs. blame cultures: Honesty, mistakes, and growth34:23 – The story of George Washington, King George, and giving away power36:46 – Transactional leadership in church and corporate life39:40 – What to do if you recognize insecurity and transactional leadership in yourself43:06 – How to handle being led by an insecure or transactional leader46:22 – Influence beyond titles: leading from any seatConnect with Matt at go-me.orgListen, like, and subscribe to Ignite The Day Podcast for more inspiring leadership and faith conversations.

In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, host Tolu sit down with Andrew and Kandyse Carter for the much-anticipated Part 2 of their honest and hope-filled discussion around ministry, church planting, and healing after life’s hardest seasons. Andrew and Kandyse open up about the painful decision to close their church, the impact of community shifts, dealing with unexpected building troubles (including a raccoon infestation), and the lingering questions of what real success in ministry looks like. You’ll hear how they navigated grief, found a safe place for restoration, and experienced God’s faithfulness through unexpected connections and moments of healing.This conversation is packed with encouragement for pastors, leaders, RHEMA UK and Ireland Bible College students, alumni and anyone facing transitions or questioning their definition of success. If you need fresh hope, practical wisdom, and inspiration to step out in obedience—even when the outcome is uncertain—this episode is for you!Chapters:00:00 - Why do only 20% seem to do 80% of the work in church?01:05 - Balancing spiritual and practical skills in ministry01:55 - The journey to closing a church: challenges and red flags04:04 - Community changes, unmet needs, and seeking God04:25 - The infamous raccoon infestation and what it represented05:23 - Burnout, transition, and meeting in their home07:02 - God’s direct intervention: finding peace to let go09:19 - The “desert” season and the struggle to heal10:05 - Finding safe community and healthy boundaries after closure12:25 - The power of “just one”: how God used their obedience14:01 - Healing, seeing God’s bigger picture, and fruit beyond results15:54 - Redefining success: Faithfulness vs. outward achievement17:55 - Trusting unseen fruit and God’s eternal plans19:07 - After the desert: Restoration and entering a new ministry season20:59 - Embracing a thriving church culture and shared leadership23:07 - Words of encouragement for anyone in a transition or facing “failure”25:36 - It’s God’s responsibility, not ours: Faith to start and to end well26:24 - Understanding God’s timing and the open-handed approach28:34 - The ultimate example in Jesus: transitions and new beginnings29:18 - Closing thoughts and gratitudeTune in and be ignited for your own journey—whether you’re starting something new, contemplating a difficult ending, or simply need to remember that God defines success in ways we can’t always see.Don’t forget to subscribe for more conversations designed to ignite your day, build your faith, and strengthen the RUKI family!

In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Tolu sits down with guests Andrew and Kandyse Carter for an inspiring conversation about stepping out in faith, moving overseas, and answering the call to ministry. Andrew and Kandyse—missionaries based in Manchester, UK—share their journey of leaving a comfortable life in Ohio, selling everything, and relocating with their three kids to serve as missionaries.If you've ever wondered what it takes to make big transitions, navigate chaos, and find purpose in discomfort, this episode is for you! You'll hear about Andrew and Kandyse’s ministry journey, their experience at Rhema Bible College, how they met, and the challenges (and joys) of pastoring a church in Cincinnati.Key moments and topics include:00:00 - Introduction & Andrew and Kandyse’s move to Manchester01:16 - Discovering a call to England02:29 - Leaving comfort for a higher calling03:43 - First impressions after landing in the UK06:31 - Navigating chaos and staying anchored in faith08:08 - Andrew and Kandyse’s unique journeys to Rhema Bible College13:23 - Feeling the call to ministry at a young age14:50 - Life after Bible school: pastoring in Cincinnati17:32 - Transitioning as young pastors in an older congregation19:39 - Vision for City Pulse Church & serving the community21:46 - Absorbing another church and navigating rapid growth23:40 - Lessons learned: reaching out for wisdom and support24:55 - Guarding your heart and preventing burnout in ministryWhether you’re a RHEMA UK & Ireland student, alumni, or supporter, this episode will ignite your day with stories of courage, faith, and perseverance. Andrew and Kandyse’s journey will resonate with anyone who’s stepping into the unknown and trusting God’s plan.Like, subscribe, and share to support our community of faith and service!Ignite The Day Podcast - A podcast hosted by RHEMA UK & Ireland Bible College, designed to ignite the day of RUKI students, alumni, and supporters.#Missionaries #RhemaBibleCollege #FaithJourney #ManchesterUK #ChurchPlanting #Ministry #Cincinnati #CityPulseChurch #ChurchGrowth #Discomfort #Calling #MovingOverseas #Pastoring #MinistryLessons #IgniteTheDay #RHEMAUK #Podcast #FaithInAction

In this episode of Ignite The Day Podcast, Toby talks about igniting your personal prayer life as we step into 2026. As Director of RHEMA UK and Ireland, and pastor of His Life Church, Toby shares honest reflections on years of growing in prayer—from the discipline of early Christian habits to building a dynamic and exciting prayer routine. If you’ve ever wondered how prayer can be more than just requests, or how to commune with God daily, this episode is packed with practical encouragement and biblical insight.This episode is for anyone—students, alumni, supporters—who wants to make 2026 their best year of prayer yet. Toby shares about Rhema’s 365 Prayer program, inviting listeners to join in a movement that covers every hour of the year in prayer, believing for revival and awakening across the UK, Ireland, Europe, and the world.Key moments for YouTube chapters:00:00 - Introduction & Toby’s role at RHEMA UK and Ireland00:54 - The challenge and journey of making prayer meaningful02:26 - Exploring Matthew 6: “When you pray”04:09 - Jesus’ expectations: prayer as a daily habit06:16 - Prayer is meant to be exciting, dynamic, and effective07:00 - Communion with God vs. just asking for requests08:12 - Changing your approach to prayer09:10 - Comparing prayer to relationships and building connection10:17 - Practical ways to integrate prayer throughout your day12:03 - Prayer in busy moments: commuting, airports, and beyond13:37 - Training yourself to pray continually14:30 - Prayer as intrinsic and automatic for believers15:43 - Two-way communication: hearing from God16:34 - “My house shall be called a house of prayer”—what it means today17:13 - Being known as people of prayer18:44 - Make 2026 the year of effective, dynamic prayer19:41 - Prayer is for all disciples, not just pastors20:05 - John Wesley and Jesus: God’s response to prayer21:04 - Join the 365 Prayer movement with RHEMA UK & IrelandIf you want to ignite your day and deepen your prayer walk in 2026, this episode is for you! Join Toby as he encourages us to seek God’s face, expect answers, and step into a powerful year of prayer.Like, subscribe, and share Ignite The Day Podcast—and visit RHEMA UK & Ireland’s website or socials to sign up for 365 Prayer!