In this powerful episode of Echoes of Faith, host Joseph Rasmussen sits down with veteran missionary Jeff Demarest, whose ministry has spanned over three decades across Kenya, Uganda, and South Africa. From the early days of planting churches in East Africa to his most recent years of shepherding Lighthouse Baptist Church in Hillcrest, South Africa, Bro. Demarest shares stories of faith, cultural challenges, divine provision, and the enduring call of God.

You’ll hear about his family’s transition to the mission field, the impact of his late wife Robin, and how God continued to use him in times of personal loss. Whether you’re a young person considering missions, or simply looking to be encouraged by real-world faithfulness, this conversation will stir your heart and point you back to the greatness of God’s plan.

After 27 years in one of the most restricted nations on earth, missionary Eddie Ray has seen the cost of following Christ up close. From underground baptisms in Beijing to his son’s deportation by China’s National Security Bureau, Eddie shares what it means to obey God when the law says you can’t. In this episode, he opens up about his journey from a Tennessee pastor to a veteran missionary, the faith that sustains him, and why the church in China—though hidden—is thriving more than ever.