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Voice With Action
Hosted by Rebecca Pratt · EN
Take a real-life journey of adventure with Rebecca as she leads you through a land of beauty and mystery through powerful, unforgettable stories of children being rescued from trafficking. You will hear how the Extraordinary God redeems, rescues, and restores people in spite of their desperate circumstances. Your heart and mind will be nourished and inspired to take action to live fully alive.
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71. Standing Against Child Trafficking
Mar 1700:27:27Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Deb and Rebecca explore the mission and impact of Orphan Relief and Rescue and its unique approach to fighting child trafficking in West Africa. Rebecca shares powerful stories from the field and highlights how the organization works closely with local communities to rescue, protect, and empower vulnerable children.Three Key Questions Explored in This EpisodeHow does Orphan Relief and Rescue differ from other NGOs?What recent stories demonstrate the impact of Orphan Relief and Rescue?What new initiatives is Orphan Relief and Rescue implementing?Gloria’s Interview Video: https://vimeo.com/1165848388How to Connect or Learn More?Inspired to Action: How Following the Promptings of Your Heart Can Change the World by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonInspired to Live an Extraordinary Life: Even through Difficult Circumstances by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on Amazon.Orphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help children who are rescued from trafficking and need an apprenticeship program, visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donate
Transcribe →70. Trusting God’s Timing Part 2: The Power of Surrendered Dreams
Mar 1000:29:36Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Deb Baliko and Rebecca Pratt talk about the powerful process of trusting God with the dreams placed on our hearts. They explore what it means to surrender those dreams to His timing and how God often works in ways we don’t expect.Rebecca shares the story of laying down a dream she deeply believed in, only to later see God resurrect it in a way that was far greater than she imagined. That journey ultimately led to the founding of Orphan Relief and Rescue, demonstrating how obedience and patience can open doors to God’s bigger plan.Deb reflects on her long-held desire to serve in West Africa and how that dream unfolded in God’s perfect timing. Along the way, she experienced how God can fulfill both ministry callings and personal life goals when we trust Him with the process.Together, Deb and Rebecca discuss how to discern God’s voice through prayer, Scripture, wise counsel, and spiritual discernment. They emphasize that God often guides through a sense of peace—or the absence of it—and why it’s important not to make decisions based solely on emotion but on God’s prompting.This conversation encourages listeners to hold their dreams with open hands, trust God’s timing, and remain attentive to His leading every step of the way.How to Connect or Learn More?Inspired to Action: How Following the Promptings of Your Heart Can Change the World by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonInspired to Live an Extraordinary Life: Even through Difficult Circumstances by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on Amazon.Orphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help children who are rescued from trafficking and need an apprenticeship program, visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donate
Transcribe →69. Trusting God’s Timing Part 1: When Dreams Align with His Plan
Mar 300:26:57Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Rebecca Pratt shares a powerful testimony about surrendering her dreams to God’s timing. Inspired by 1 Corinthians 2:9, Rebecca recounts how her childhood dream of helping hungry children was rekindled during mission work in Mexico. As she began pursuing plans to start an adoption agency, a severe migraine setback forced her to pause and seek God’s direction.Through prayer and surrender, Rebecca laid down her plans — only to later see God fulfill that very calling in Africa, in ways she never could have imagined. This episode is a heartfelt reminder to seek God’s will, resist rushing ahead, and trust that His plans are always greater than our own.1 Corinthians 2:9 — “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him”How to Connect or Learn More?Inspired to Action: How Following the Promptings of Your Heart Can Change the World by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonInspired to Live an Extraordinary Life: Even through Difficult Circumstances by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on Amazon.Orphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help children who are rescued from trafficking and need an apprenticeship program, visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donate
Transcribe →68. Myra’s Story: When Service Changes You
Feb 2400:25:46Tap to summarizeIn this powerful episode, Deb sits down with Myra—a detective and school resource officer—who shares how her first missions trip with Orphan Relief and Rescue to West Africa transformed her heart, her faith, and her perspective.What began as a step into the unknown quickly became a deeply personal encounter with love, resilience, and purpose.Myra opens up about:Experiencing her first mission’s trip and the unexpected cultural similarities she discoveredThe overwhelming, pure love she received from the childrenMeeting “Mon Ami”, a brave young girl who survived being ostracized as a “witch”How this encounter challenged Myra’s identity and shifted her prayers from self-focused to selflessWitnessing the power of Jesus move in a village—and seeing it inspire her coworker to embrace faithThis episode is a moving reminder that when we step outside our comfort zones to serve, God often transforms us in the process.How to Connect or Learn More?Orphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help children who are rescued from trafficking and need an apprenticeship program, visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donate
Transcribe →67. From $3,400 to Miracles: The Faith-Fueled Beginnings of Orphan Relief and Rescue
Feb 1700:24:50Tap to summarizeRebecca Pratt shares the remarkable story of how Orphan Relief and Rescue began—with just $3,400 and a calling to serve children in Liberia, West Africa.Rebecca takes us back to the early days of the ministry, navigating vehicle breakdowns, cultural barriers, and overwhelming obstacles. Through every challenge, faith remained the foundation. From unexpected local support—including assistance from a former president—to the strength of relationships built on trust and prayer, Rebecca reflects on how God provided at every turn.She also recounts the miraculous survival of a young girl named Teresa, who battled cerebral malaria. In a moment that could have ended in tragedy, prayer and local intervention became part of a story that still testifies to hope and divine intervention today.Throughout the conversation, Rebecca emphasizes the power of small acts of kindness and how obedience in seemingly small steps can create lasting impact, while Deb Baliko reflects on the broader implications of kindness, community, and the role of the body of Christ in sustaining mission work. Together, they explore how collective prayer, generosity, and faith can transform lives—both locally and globally.This episode is a reminder that no act of love is too small, and when we move in faith, God multiplies the impact.Fatu's Story: Episode #24 - Giving Up Your Life You Will Find ItHow to Connect or Learn More?Mission Trip: Ultimate Guidebook Preparing Yourself to Go by: Rebecca Pratt/ Book can be found on Amazon.Orphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help children who are rescued from trafficking and need an apprenticeship program, visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donateIf you would like to partner with us in building a apprenticeship boarding school for girls, please email us at info@orphanreliefandrescue.org.
Transcribe →66. Mission Trip: The Ultimate Guide Preparing Yourself to Go
Feb 1000:18:30Tap to summarize66. Mission Trip: The Ultimate Guide Preparing Yourself to GoRebecca Pratt, co-founder of Orphan Relief and Rescue, discusses her new book, Mission Trip: The Ultimate Guide Preparing Yourself to Go. With over 25 years of experience leading mission teams to developing countries, Rebecca shares practical and spiritual wisdom for preparing well before a mission trip.In this episode, she covers the importance of prayer and heart preparation, navigating cultural differences, effective fundraising, team dynamics, and maintaining long-term impact through post-trip integration. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone planning or leading a mission trip.Mission Trip: The Ultimate Guide Preparing Yourself to Go is available on Amazon.How to Connect or Learn More?Mission Trip: Ultimate Guidebook Preparing Yourself to Go by: Rebecca Pratt/ Book can be found on Amazon. Orphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help children who are rescued from trafficking and need an apprenticeship program, visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donateIf you would like to partner with us in building a apprenticeship boarding school for girls, please email us at info@orphanreliefandrescue.org.
Transcribe →65. Inspired to Action: Trusting God With What You Have
Feb 300:27:11Tap to summarizeRebecca Pratt revisits her book Inspired to Action and shares how reflecting on her journey has deepened her awe of God’s faithfulness. She recounts a powerful story from her time on a hospital ship in Africa, where God multiplied limited resources to provide food for hundreds in a war-torn region. Through this experience, Rebecca reminds us that trusting God and taking small steps of obedience can have a lasting, life-changing impact.How to Connect or Learn More?Inspired to Action: How Following the Promptings of Your Heart Can Change the World by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonInspired to Live an Extraordinary Life: Even through Difficult Circumstances by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonOrphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help children who are rescued from trafficking and need an apprenticeship program, visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donateIf you would like to partner with us in building a apprenticeship boarding school for girls, please email us at info@orphanreliefandrescue.org.
Transcribe →64. Freedom, Healing, and Living Water
Jan 2700:22:44Tap to summarizeRebecca Pratt and Deb Baliko share the powerful story of rescuing a 17-year-old girl from slavery in West Africa. Enslaved for most of her life, the young woman was freed through Orphan Relief and Rescue and is now enrolled in a three-year sewing apprenticeship that offers skills, dignity, and hope. The $900 cost of the 3-year apprenticeship is made possible entirely through donor support.Rebecca also shares her dream for creating a safe boarding school for rescued girls that provides not only education and practical skills, but also holistic care and spiritual healing. They also celebrate the completion of a new well in a village where every family has trafficked a child—a tangible symbol of transformation and the living water of Jesus Christ. The episode closes with an invitation to listeners to seek their own spiritual refreshment through prayer, worship, and deeper dependence on God.Bible Verses shared: John 4:10-14; John 7:37–38Link New Well Video: https://vimeo.com/1157352762?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ciHow to Connect or Learn More?Inspired to Action: How Following the Promptings of Your Heart Can Change the World by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonInspired to Live an Extraordinary Life: Even through Difficult Circumstances by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonOrphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help children who are rescued from trafficking and need an apprenticeship program, visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donateIf you would like to partner with us in building a apprenticeship boarding school for girls, please email us at info@orphanreliefandrescue.org.
Transcribe →63. Village 8: Expanding Hope and Freedom
Jan 2000:27:25Tap to summarizeRebecca Pratt, co-founder of Orphan Relief and Rescue, discusses the organization’s expansion into Village Eight to help 53 children at risk of trafficking. She shares the village’s tragic history of exploitation and reflects on the impact of their work in Village Five, including a new Community Freedom Center and well. Rebecca also highlights the life-changing power of Jesus, even amid persecution and threats.Bible Verses shared: John 6:35; John 7:37–38; John 8:12; John 14:19–25; John 15:7How to Connect or Learn More?Inspired to Action: How Following the Promptings of Your Heart Can Change the World by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonInspired to Live an Extraordinary Life: Even through Difficult Circumstances by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonOrphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help us end child-trafficking in West Africa, your recurring donation will protect a child from falling victim to trafficking but also ensures they have regular meals, access to education, and equipping their parents through our Savings and Loans program. Visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donate
Transcribe →62. More Than a Sponsor
Jan 1300:26:17Tap to summarizeIn this episode, long-time Orphan Relief and Rescue sponsor Brittani shares her transformative journey supporting Fabrice, now a mechanic and driver in West Africa. She reflects on traveling to visit him, attending his wedding, sharing her testimony in community meetings, and the emotional impact of sponsorship. Brittani also explores the healing power of art and encourages listeners to use creativity as a tool for growth, forgiveness, and stress relief.Fabrice Interview: Episode #53 “When One “Yes” to God Changes Lives Forever” How to Connect or Learn More?Inspired to Action: How Following the Promptings of Your Heart Can Change the World by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonInspired to Live an Extraordinary Life: Even through Difficult Circumstances by: Rebecca M. Pratt/ Book can be found on AmazonOrphan Relief and Rescue: orphanreliefandrescue.orgRebecca M. Pratt: https://www.rebeccampratt.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/orphanreliefandrescue/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@VoicewithActionIf you want to help us end child-trafficking in West Africa, your recurring donation will protect a child from falling victim to trafficking but also ensures they have regular meals, access to education, and equipping their parents through our Savings and Loans program. Visit: orphanreliefandrescue.org/donate
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