Podcast Summary: Extreme Devotion

Host: The Voice of the Martyrs
Episode: Day 280: Extreme Quote
Date: October 7, 2025

Overview

This brief episode of Extreme Devotion centers around a powerful quote from missionary Jim Elliot, reflecting on the language and heart behind the Christian call to spread the gospel. The discussion draws on Elliot’s life and martyrdom in Ecuador and highlights a notable point from Elizabeth Elliot’s book, My Savage, My Kinsman.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

• Defining Terminology in Faith
  The episode highlights that the term “missionary” does not appear in the Bible, but the term “witness” does. This distinction emphasizes the biblical call to be witnesses of the faith, rather than focusing solely on the role or title of 'missionary'.

• Jim Elliot’s Legacy
  Jim Elliot, a missionary to Ecuador, famously gave his life while attempting to bring the Gospel to the Auca (now Huaorani) Indian tribe. His sacrifice is used as a testament to what it means to be a true witness as described in the Bible.

• Quoting Elizabeth Elliot
  The reflection is anchored in a quote cited by Elizabeth Elliot in her book My Savage, My Kinsman, which further solidifies the lesson drawn from Jim Elliot's life and testimony.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Speaker B [00:06]:

  “The word missionary is not in the Bible. The word witness is.”
  — Jim Elliot, missionary to Ecuador, who was martyred while trying to bring the Gospel to the Auca Indian tribe. Quoted by Elizabeth Elliot in My Savage, My Kinsman.

Important Segment Timestamps

• [00:06]: Distinction between ‘missionary’ and ‘witness’; quotation of Jim Elliot and reference to Elizabeth Elliot’s book

Tone & Language

• The tone of the episode is reverent and reflective, inviting listeners to consider the deeper meaning of Christian witness and sacrifice.
• The message encourages listeners to focus not on titles, but on the action and testimony of living as a witness.

This episode offers a concise but profound meditation on the meaning of Christian witness, using the words and life of Jim Elliot to inspire listeners toward greater devotion.