Salt, Light, and Sacrifice: Ed Michaelson’s mission to transform lives
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Ahead of the Everything Leadership Conference, Ed Michaelson joined Lydia Bennett to share his remarkable journey and how the Lord cultivated a passion for mission within him. Ed is the founder and CEO of a charity called 500k International, which is based in India and partners with local people to ensure that God’s love reaches them in practical, meaningful ways.
Released on 31 Mar 2026
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