Pitching Hope: Scott Linebrink's Global Water Crusade

10/25/23 • 46 min

Imagine a world where clean water is a scarce commodity, where two out of every seven people struggle to access this basic necessity of life. That's the reality Scott Linebrink, a former Major League Baseball player turned humanitarian, grapples with every day in his work with Water Mission. From his first mission trip to Honduras to a life-altering visit to Haiti, we trace Scott's journey from the baseball diamond to the heart of the global water crisis. We unravel the stories of hope and despair that fuel his passion to show God's love by addressing physical needs and making a lasting impact on people's lives.
As we explore Scott's experiences, we journey to refugee settlements in Southeast Africa. There, against a backdrop of heart-wrenching stories, Scott shares the tale of a woman named Esther who nearly took her life after losing everything. But the story doesn't end there; Scott also walks us through the power of collaboration between Water Mission, United Nations, and other NGOs in delivering life-saving aid to these settlements. We also contemplate the potential of mission work, examining the impressive impact of initiatives like Operation Christmas Child, the Global Water Center, and the Strategic Resource Group in reaching unengaged people groups around the globe.
Wrapping up our in-depth conversation, we tackle the notion of impact investing for sustainable water projects. Scott shares insights on how financial stability can motivate adherence to clean water standards and the pivotal role technology plays in measuring project outcomes. We discover how providing access to clean water can be a springboard for other social initiatives such as medical care, education, and housing. Lastly, we delve into Water Mission's three-lane approach to fostering long-term sustainability in poverty-stricken communities. This episode is not just about the power of clean water; it's about faith, community collaboration, and reaching the unreached.

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Transcript

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In Revelation 7 , john shares his vision of heaven with members from every tribe , tongue , people and language standing in the throne room before the Lamb .

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Yet today there are still over 7,000 unreached people groups around the world .

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For the last six years , my family and fri