ThE Stanley Jones Radio School for "Fully Alive" Living now and forever with Stan Hustad

For more than 30 years I have been a student of Stanley Jones. First of all as an international missionary broadcaster teaching and leading people not only in the skills and art broadcasting but how to be spirit Field and Jesus centered broadcasters. Then I have had a long career as a business performance coach. I had the privilege of coaching and counseling business leaders from all over the world and helping entrepreneurs start their own life and business. And even though that was not at all a specifically Christian enterprise I found so much knowledge wisdom insight and truth about life that I was able to help many people with the ideas I learned, and obviously most of them had no understanding that it was based on the strong Life principles developed by a missionary! And after many years doing both I have decided that part of my legacy in encore experience should be to seek a greater experience and understanding of my mentor Stanley Jones and then to share that wisdom not only with people who also have a deep affection and experience for the man, his mission, and his many messages of hope and life. We also hope to introduce this wisdom insight in truth into the life experiences of many people who have never heard of this extraordinary man so that they may also find the deep experience of new life and power in peace that we have because of our own E. Stanley Jones experience Stan The What it Takes Radio Company https://witradio.net/ [email protected]

Can I tell you the story of my Sunday Night Meeting and how Stanley Jones came to help me! 04/08/2025

Can I tell you the story of my Sunday Night Meeting and how Stanley Jones came to help me! My robot wrote the show notes for the program today My Sunday Night Meeting with Stanley Jones A Personal Reflection from the Stanley Jones Radio School for Fully Alive Living By Stan Hustad Can I tell you the story of my Sunday night meeting—and how Stanley Jones came to help me? Welcome, friends, to another broadcast from Wit Radio Company and the ongoing adventure we call the Stanley Jones Radio School for Fully Alive Living. I’m your host, Stan Hustad, and once again, I’m inviting you into a journey—one of power, poise, and spiritual purpose. This week’s reflection is both deeply personal and profoundly practical. I want to share how a long-standing practice in my own life, something I call the Sunday Night Meeting, recently took on new power when I invited the spirit and wisdom of Stanley Jones into the room. The Sunday Night Meeting: A Rhythm for Renewal Years ago, I developed a personal discipline I now teach others: taking time every Sunday night to meet with myself, the Spirit, and my weekly schedule. It’s a quiet ritual—some music, maybe a candle, prayer, and planning. I ask: What’s ahead? What matters most? What challenges and opportunities should I prepare for? This moment of rest and reflection is rooted in the ancient idea of the Sabbath. I work hard during the week, handle chores on Saturday, and then shut things down by Saturday afternoon. I rest, worship, read, think, and reset. Then, on Sunday night, I reconnect—with God, my calling, and myself. But this week, something new happened. Inviting Stanley Jones to the Meeting I asked myself: What if Stanley Jones could join me at my Sunday night meeting? No, I didn’t summon his ghost. I simply opened one of his books. In fact, I revisited Week 15 of The Way to Power and Poise, a book that has long inspired me. In this updated edition, beautifully produced by Anne Matthews Eunice, the E. Stanley Jones Foundation, and Shivraj, I found just the insight I needed. Jones reminds us that God doesn’t just clean up our behavior—He transforms our whole selves, even the hidden parts of our subconscious we aren’t fully aware of. That struck home, especially after my wife gently reminded me that I needed to smile more during the “passing of the peace” at church. Apparently, I was looking a little too serious. A small moment, but a big reminder: surrender everything. Even the parts we don’t realize need refining. Stories of Transformation, Not Just Theology This is what I love about Stanley Jones. He didn’t offer abstract theology. He told stories of transformation. He wasn’t a theologian; he was a teacher, a preacher, an evangelist—a go-getter for the Kingdom of God. And his message was simple and powerful: In Jesus, you can become fully alive. Whether through The Christ of the Indian Road, A Heart of Wisdom (the powerful diary of his wife Mabel Lawson Jones), or The Transformed Life, Stanley offers more than spiritual theory—he offers a way of life that is disciplined, joyful, and grounded. These stories have become part of my own rhythm. They guide my Sunday nights. They inform my weeks. They whisper truths that stick with me, like this one: Power is not dominance. It’s quiet strength. And poise is not pride. It’s grace under pressure. Takeaways to Remember As you reflect on this episode, here are a few practical takeaways to carry with you: Start your own Sunday night meeting. Take time to pray, plan, and reflect before the week begins. Read Stanley Jones. Start with The Christ of the Indian Road or The Way to Power and Poise. Let his words mentor you. Remember: Transformation is the goal. Don’t just clean up your act—invite God to change your inner life. Live fully alive. That’s the mission of this school and the message of Stanley Jones. In Christ, we can be radiant with life. Closing Thoughts: Be Inspired, Take Action Friends, the world doesn’t need more religious talk. It needs more fully alive people—humble, strong, spiritually grounded individuals who live with intention and grace. Stanley Jones can help you become that person. I invite you to learn from him, like I do. Read his work. Join us in the school. Start your own spiritual rhythms. Share your wisdom with others. And maybe—just maybe—you’ll hear someone say about you someday: He was fully alive. She was radiant with grace. They made life richer, better—for themselves and for others. That’s the kind of legacy I want to leave. And I believe, with God’s help, and the example of Stanley Jones, we all can. Until next time, I’m Stan the Radio Man, signing off from the Stanley Jones School for Fully Alive Living. Be blessed—and be a blessing. /episode/index/show/4e001708-c29e-437c-b8ce-7943ca33689a/id/36051935

ThE Stanley Jones Radio School Does it take a Woman to make the Man! 03/28/2025

Can we call March 17 Missionary Remembrance Day? ... Of course there's a story there. Let's hear it! 03/17/2025

Can we call March 17 Missionary Remembrance Day? ... Of course there's a story there. Let's hear it! Obviously March 17 is usually thought of as a day of frolicking fun and usually too much high spirits and drinking as people celebrate the fact that they are of Irish or Irish descent or at least as everybody says Irish for a day. But of course many of you know and suspect that there's more to the story than that and the story continues to this very day. So would you please give me about 15 minutes to put some things together about the new school that we're starting, the story of Stanley Jones and of course of that famous Irish Saint. ... And then my robot Stosh added this addition to the story. March 17: A Call for Missionary Remembrance Day Every year, March 17th is widely recognized as St. Patrick’s Day—a time associated with green-clad celebrations, parades, and Irish pride. Yet, beneath the surface of festivity lies the story of a man whose life embodies the essence of missionary work. Could we reimagine this day as Missionary Remembrance Day? St. Patrick, far from being a mere cultural icon, was a devout missionary who transformed the spiritual landscape of Ireland. His journey of faith, perseverance, and unwavering commitment to the Gospel presents a compelling parallel to another great missionary of the 20th century: E. Stanley Jones. Both men left legacies of faith that continue to inspire generations, challenging us to reflect on the role of mission work today. The Missionary Calling: Then and Now St. Patrick’s mission was not a tale of comfort or ease. Captured as a slave in his youth, he returned years later to the land of his captivity—not for revenge, but for redemption. His message of Christ brought light to a land steeped in spiritual darkness, and his legacy of faith endures today. Similarly, E. Stanley Jones devoted his life to missionary service, particularly in India, where he encountered a world of diverse faith traditions. He realized that proclaiming truth was not enough—faith had to be demonstrated through a transformed, fully alive life. Jones’ emphasis on practical, daily Christianity remains profoundly relevant in an era where spiritual truth often competes with skepticism and relativism. "Once a Missionary, Always a Missionary" A powerful sentiment echoes through the stories of both St. Patrick and Stanley Jones: "Once a missionary, always a missionary." Whether serving full-time or integrating mission work into daily life, those who have experienced the calling of faith cannot separate themselves from it. Missions are not confined to distant lands but are present in every workplace, every community, and every interaction. On this day, as we celebrate St. Patrick, we should also take time to remember all missionaries—past and present—who have carried the message of Christ into challenging and sometimes dangerous territories. More importantly, we should ask ourselves: How are we living as missionaries in our own lives? How can we embody the principles of faith, courage, and service? Living Fully Alive E. Stanley Jones spoke not only of the afterlife but of the abundant life that faith brings in the present. His teachings remind us that mission work is not about merely "saving souls" for eternity, but about bringing the Kingdom of God into the here and now. He urged believers to live with power, poise, and purpose—an approach rooted in faith that truly works in everyday life. This idea reflects the wisdom of the early Desert Fathers and Mothers, who sought solitude not for withdrawal but for deep transformation. As Abba Anthony famously said, "We go into the desert to become fully alive and meet Jesus." The mission is not merely to preach but to live so fully in Christ that others are drawn to Him by the vibrancy of our lives. A Challenge to All Missionary Remembrance Day should not just be a historical reflection but an active challenge. What elements of the missionary spirit can we cultivate today? Whether we are formally in ministry or simply navigating life as a person of faith, we are all called to embody the message of Christ. If we take this call seriously, March 17th becomes more than a day of festivities—it transforms into a day of recommitment to the mission that shaped St. Patrick, Stanley Jones, and countless others. It is a day to ask: How can I be a living gospel? Let this be a call to mission—not just in foreign lands, but in our homes, workplaces, and communities. Let March 17th remind us that to be a follower of Christ is to be a missionary every day of our lives. Are you ready to live fully alive? /episode/index/show/4e001708-c29e-437c-b8ce-7943ca33689a/id/35732065