Taking The Land - CFM Sermon Podcast
"I Really Need God's Forgiveness" Lyuba Vasiliev - Russian Missionary in Ukraine | UNSUNG HEROES
Published: 8 April 2025 at 20:00 Europe/London
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Summary
In this episode of Unsung Heroes, host Rianne Haff interviews Luba Vasiliev, a missionary from Ukraine, who discusses her difficult childhood in Russia and her journey to becoming a pastor's wife amidst the challenges of war in Ukraine. Luba shares the struggles of faith, anxiety as a mother, and the essential role of family and church support during crises. She emphasizes the importance of creative outlets and prayer as anchors in turbulent times.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Unsung Heroes and the Guests
03:51 The Unsung Hero: Luba's Role in Ministry
06:20 Luba's Childhood in Russia and Early Influences
08:48 The Turning Point: Luba's Journey to Faith
11:19 The Impact of Russian Literature on Luba's Life
13:52 The Search for Purpose and Meaning
16:29 Family Dynamics and Relationships
19:11 Luba's Aspirations and Dreams as a Young Girl
21:51 God's Pursuit: Signs Before Salvation
24:12 The Christmas Concert: A Divine Invitation
26:53 The Moment of Salvation and Transformation
29:10 Life After Salvation: A New Perspective
31:53 Discipleship and Involvement in Church Life
36:50 Journey to Love: Meeting My Husband
39:13 Navigating Relationships and Faith
41:36 Early Ministry: Starting from Scratch
43:19 Pioneering New Churches: The First Steps
45:42 Transitioning to Bulgaria: New Beginnings
47:32 Settling in Russia: A New Home
49:19 The Call to Ukraine: A New Mission
53:28 Facing War: The Reality of Conflict
59:27 Life Changes: The Start of the War
01:05:34 Struggles of a Mother: Balancing Fear and Faith
01:11:03 Finding Strength in Adversity
01:15:35 Navigating Life Under Uncertainty
01:21:41 The Role of Faith in Crisis
01:26:55 Overcoming Personal Struggles
01:34:41 Creative Outlets and Personal Passions
01:40:40 Prayer and Community Support
Show Notes
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