Episode notes
The islanders refuse access to Westerners. Unless you have a beneficial reason to come - then they beg you to show up. That is BAM at work - using skills and talents God gave to create access.
Guest Bio:
Paul Zimmer is a missionary, innovator, and founder of Faith Baptist Church and Faith Christian Academy on Yap Island, Micronesia. With a background in electrical engineering and theology, Paul has uniquely blended his skills to serve remote communities since 2001.
He pioneered the use of a sawmill and later solar energy to build both relationships and infrastructure, overcoming cultural barriers with practical solutions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Paul shifted focus to a solar business in the US, funding ongoing ministry efforts back in Yap.
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Pacific HELPS: https://pacifichelps.org
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Time Stamps:
0:00 - Intro
3:00 - Paul’s Salvation and Calling
9:30 - First Mission Trip to Micronesia
15:45 - Starting Ministry in Yap
24:00 - Using a Sawmill to Open Doors
32:00 - Cultural Challenges on Yap
38:30 - Language, Stone Money & Gospel Pictures
43:00 - Solar Power and Ministry Expansion
51:20 - Government & Outer Islands Solar Projects
58:40 - Certification and Business as Missions
1:07:00 - Starting Faith Christian Academy
1:13:30 - School Culture and Breaking Caste
1:23:00 - COVID Lockdown Impact
1:29:00 - Funding and Future Vision
1:35:00 - Paul’s Early Business Ventures
1:41:00 - Spiritual Currency & Faith in Action