Mission Post | Why Every Christian Leader Must Learn to Die to Self with Dallas Brown
Mission Post by Vision Baptist Missions, Inc.
Episode notes
Mission Post | What does it really mean to die to self in ministry? In this episode, missionary Dallas Brown shares honest lessons from serving in Burkina Faso, West Africa, and how the mission field exposed areas of pride, ambition, and expectations he didn’t even realize were there.
After years of training and preparation, many missionaries arrive on the field expecting to lead—only to discover that God is more interested in shaping their character than showcasing their abilities. Dallas explains how learning a new culture, facing daily challenges, and serving in uncomfortable situations forced him to confront pride and embrace true servanthood in ministry.
This conversation explores the biblical principle from John 3:30 — “He must increase, but I must decrease.” Whether you are a missionary, church leader, or simply ...