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In this episode of 12-Minute Convos with Jesus Believers, Engel Jones connects with Pastor John Edmiston from rural Virginia. John shares his fascinating journey from growing up in a strict secular humanist home as an atheist to becoming a devoted follower of Jesus. While finishing a degree in chemistry, John actually set out to mathematically disprove miracles and Christianity. But his life was forever changed when he visited a Franciscan friary and God appeared to him as a light, speaking to him directly for 20 minutes!
Listen in to hear how John went home, tore up his calculations, and used three distinct, logical questions to test world religions and discover the truth of the Gospel.John also discusses his unique calling running Cyber Missions, a ministry sitting right at the intersection of technology, theology, and cross-cultural issues. Drawing from his studies in biblical emotional intelligence, he offers profound wisdom on surviving a difficult childhood and navigating intense, supernatural experiences without falling into the trap of "spiritual inflation" or arrogance. If you love hearing how science, logic, and profound faith perfectly intersect, John's powerful reminder that we serve a miracle-working God will absolutely inspire you!
Guest's Bio
John Edmiston is a pioneer at the intersection of faith, leadership, and technology. As the Chairman and CEO of Cybermissions, John has dedicated his career to empowering global ministries through digital innovation and thought leadership. A seasoned educator, he has served on the faculties of prestigious institutions worldwide, including Fuller Theological Seminary and Asian Theological Seminary, teaching subjects ranging from urban ministry to the theology of technology.
Beyond his work in digital missions, John is an accomplished life coach, public speaker, and the author of several books, including Biblical EQ and Solution-Focused Ministry. Whether he is training leaders online through platforms like GlobalChristians.org or speaking at major international conferences, John is passionate about helping believers cultivate emotional maturity, embrace modern ministry tools, and deepen their spiritual walk.
WEBSITES
Cybermissions.org: online training for the use of technology in ministry
GlobalChristians.org: online discipleship and theological training
NewTestamentPrayer.com: resources and courses on prayer and spiritual warfare
EternityRadio.org : free Mp3 based Bible training for oral learners
HarvestimeInstitute.org : A two-year online course in evangelism and church planting
BiblicalEQ.com: a Christian approach to emotional intelligence training
SolutionFocusedMinistry.org - developing a new mindset and new methods for modern ministry
DownloadingGrace.com : how to develop the Christian spiritual life by appropriating the grace of God.
SpiritualContinuum.org : a new approach to Christian discipleship based on cooperating with the Holy Spirit