Episode 272 | September 3, 2026
Has the Modern Slave Trade Met Its Match? with Gary Haugen
"What does it mean to lead the pursuit of a miracle? Because if it's a miracle, it means you can't do it on your own. It's going to require God to step in."
— Gary Haugen
Episode Overview
Miracles, Heartbreak, and the Fight Against Human Trafficking
Nearly 50 million people remain trapped in modern slavery—but International Justice Mission founder Gary Haugen believes it could end in our lifetime. He joins host Curtis Chang to explore how IJM fights human trafficking by transforming broken justice systems, where God is amid horrific evil and patient prayer, and how Christians can stop watching from the sidelines and join the fight.
Chapters
2:23
The Evolution of IJM's Strategy of Strengthening Local Justice Systems
8:30
US Complicity in Global Slavery
13:48
The Impact of Unpredictable US Government Action
18:24
Is Their a Contradiction in Evangelical Support?
24:23
The Role of Miracles in Fighting Evil
28:56
Waiting For Prayers to Be Answered
33:51
The Dangers of Christian Hero Worship
45:26
A Call to Action Against Modern Day Slavery
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Scripture from the Episode
In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
Matthew 5:16
But Moses said to God, "Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the children of Israel out of Egypt?" He said, "But I will be with you, and this shall be the sign for you, that I have sent you: when you have brought the people out of Egypt, you shall serve God on this mountain."
Exodus 3:11-12
Then Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and the Lord drove the sea back by a strong east wind all night and made the sea dry land, and the waters were divided. And the people of Israel went into the midst of the sea on dry ground, the waters being a wall to them on their right hand and on their left.
Exodus 14:21-22
Prayer Points from this Episode
For IJM's Investigators
Pray for undercover investigators entering dangerous places, that perpetrators aren't tipped off before a rescue.
For Survivors Healing
Pray for the healing of survivors carrying deep trauma.
For Generosity
Pray for generosity, that people scrolling on the other side of the world would care about a hurting child.
For Local Justice Systems
Pray for local police, prosecutors, and courts, that they would enforce the law and provide excellent care to survivors, which is what makes slavery disappear.
Lament for Those We Haven't Saved
Lament for the children who aren't found in time, and against the despair that tempts rescuers to stop going after the next group.
For Pastors and Church Leaders
Pray for pastors and church leaders to be equipped for informed, factual conversations in their congregations instead of leaving them to echo chambers.
For IJM's Partners
Pray for steady, predictable partnership so that IJM's work alongside local governments isn't interrupted mid-stream.
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