Know Their Story is Live!
Ep 5 – Small Conversations, Big Impact with Julia Jast
March 10, 2025
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Episode Summary:
In this episode of Know Their Story, host Jimmy Houck, Outreach Minister at Bethany Church, sits down with Julia Jast to explore how Good News Club is providing a powerful opportunity to love and listen to children in local schools. Julia shares her passion for this after-school ministry, which introduces kids to the gospel through Bible lessons, songs, and personal connections.
Jimmy and Julia discuss how listening is a vital part of evangelism, and how volunteers at Good News Club create meaningful relationships with students by simply caring, engaging, and knowing their stories. They also highlight how this ministry serves as a practical way for Bethany members to step into gospel conversations—one small act of love at a time.
Key topics include:
✔️ What is Good News Club? How it works and why it matters
✔️ Building trust and relationships before sharing the gospel
✔️ How simple conversations with kids can have eternal impact
✔️ The importance of being available and listening well
✔️ Encouragement for those who feel nervous about evangelism
Julia reminds us that every story matters, and sometimes the best way to start sharing Christ is by simply showing up, listening, and loving well.
Key Quotes:
🗣 “Taking the time to truly listen can make a child feel seen, valued, and open to hearing about Jesus.”
🙏 “God’s sovereignty is at work—we don’t have to force conversations, but we should always be ready.”
🤝 “Good News Club isn’t just about teaching kids—it’s about knowing them, loving them, and walking with them in faith.”
💡 “Sometimes the Holy Spirit prompts us to speak, and sometimes He prompts us to simply listen. Both are acts of love.”
