All throughout scripture we see that God has a heart for the world. God’s word should be our driving motivation when it comes to mission. The articles below will guide you as you study scripture to see that missions is a central theme of scripture, starting in Genesis.
Everyone is motivated by various issues. Here are 14 solid reasons that should stir your heart toward global outreach.
Reading the Bible can be extremely intimidating; sometimes complicated and there are a lot of fancy words and sometimes confusing ceremonies. But, the throne room can become less intimating when you know more about the King’s character.
God is authoring one story with the aim of reaching all the nations, and one method to reach them - all believers.
Did you realize you were made for a purpose? Josh Cooper challenges us to look at the Bible as more than 66 separate books.
Walk your Bible Study or small group through this collection of resources, taking a close look at what the Bible says about God's heart for the world.
God is calling us to move forward in obedience and we discover His calling as we go.
What is the proper understanding of reaching your Jerusalem, Judea Samaria and the ends of the earth? Have we misused this passage to stay at home?
One of the most powerful insights into world mission from John Piper, that missions is not the ultimate goal of the church.
Discover how this grand theme of global mission weaves its way from Genesis to Revelation.
Ever wonder what diverse people groups Israel ran into in the Old Testament. Look at this quick survey of their interactions with the nations.
"Why would you want to go to Asia when there are so many needy people right around here?" So reasoned my non-Christian friend as I explained that I would be going to Thailand soon to do missions work. This was some years back, but I still remember watching the concerned expression on his face. He really thought he'd made a tremendous point.
As we look at the life of Christ it should be abundantly clear that the Lord Jesus did not drop the 'Great Commission' on the apostles like a bolt out of the blue. He gave them ample warning.
When you let go of your security systems, you get free of anxiety and begin living in anticipation. Find significance in who you are in God. Let go of superficial ambitions for small-time recognition and acceptance. Join Abraham in being a blessing to the nations of earth. You may find yourself blessing others as a missionary. You may never leave your home, you may preach to thousands, you may touch your neighborhood with kindness. There's no larger life possible.
Gain a quick overview of the story of God's mission from the beginning of the Bible to the end.
