There will always be a reason not to go. It is important to submit ourselves to the Lord and consider the cost; however, it is also wise to discern and glean wisdom from trusted mentors and people who have gone before us. Don’t let doubt keep you from being on mission – engage with your questions and take a step of faith to follow God wherever He might lead.
Singleness does not have to be an obstacle to going — it can be your greatest gift in serving.
Why do we need to honor our parents as we pursue God’s mission? Because He asks us to.
What does honoring your father and mother mean for someone who may desire to go overseas but their parents disagree with their decision?
If there’s some possession, pursuit, or passion that we have not subjugated under His rule we dare not call ourselves a true Jesus follower.
Wishing your parents were supportive of you going overseas? Here’s some great advice from someone who has a passion for missions---and is as a parent, too.
“You’re an embarrassment to the family – you shouldn’t be begging, looking for a handout!” I was stunned by my aunt’s exclamation as we ate lunch at a restaurant near her retirement community. Clearly, she didn’t understand my lifestyle of missionary support raising, nor did she agree. She made it plain that she would not participate in my financial support.
Support raising can be daunting, no matter if you've done it before or this is your first time. Here's a quick list of do's and don't's that will help you get started confidently.
In this excerpt from his book, Hold Fast, Josh Cooper talks about the dangers of materialism.
Josh Cooper tells us that support raising is not unbiblical, but an un-american idea. Taken from his book Hold Fast.
In this excerpt from his book Hold Fast, Josh Cooper encourages us that debt is not the end of the world.
Josh Cooper helps bring clarity to the chaos of "calling." Taken from his book Hold Fast.
Taken from his book Hold Fast, Josh Cooper talks about missions and your family.
Take a look at what Josh Cooper's book Hold Fast has to say about relationships and missions.
Taken from his book Hold Fast, Josh Cooper with guest writer Sarah Allen, talks about companionship and community.
When it comes to missions, you’ve probably heard that the person you marry can make or break you. Sounds a little dramatic, right? But what if someone told the other side of the story? Hear the story of Valerie and her advice to young people today.
At times the global Christian must say "Though none go with me, I still will follow."
Who you date will either make you or break you. Don't get hitched until you have considered this advice.
What is the role of the western church in world missions? Should we just stay home and send our money or does that do more harm than good?
The World Christian life is foolishness to the world around us, but you are in good company.
Hear mobilizer Paul Borthwick discuss what should motivate us in pursuing reaching the 10/40 Window.
Don't waste your life. Don't waste your summers.