Are You Prepared to Go?
Are You Prepared to Go?
There’s lots to think about when preparing to begin ministry in a new or unfamiliar location, culture or people group! Whilst we can’t expect to be ready for everything we might face, in this series we’re exploring the various ways we can equip ourselves to be more effective in cross cultural mission.
It can be easy to overlook our spiritual lives when the practicalities of mission are so pressing, but being spiritually prepared is foundational in the battlegrounds of ministry.
Being in a new context brings a whole host of new questions and theological challenges. Having a good grounding in doctrine and being able to interpret the Bible confidently is vital. Part two covers ways we can grow in these areas.
One of the key challenges of cross-cultural mission is right there in the name! Living and ministering in new cultures can be difficult and it’s important that we know what to expect.
Your local church has an essential role to play in the Great Commission! From helping you to reflect on what it means to be a missionary, to supporting you on the mission field, churches are a vital source of wisdom, encouragement, prayer and help.
Go Stories
Over time, the process of preparing to go can become quite daunting as some of its realities begin to set in. In this four-part article we take an honest look at some of the obstacles that can be in the way of you following your calling to serve overseas, and how God is at work in the midst of it all.
The world of cross-cultural mission is full of terminology and concepts that are unfamiliar to many. In 'A Short Guide to Cross-Cultural Mission', we demystify some jargon, explain some ideas and hopefully inspire you to go deeper into God’s incredible mission to the nations.
We are still called to Give, Pray, Send and Go. The question we must each ask ourselves if we’re really serious about following in Jesus’ footsteps is, "Which part of ‘Go ye therefore and make disciples’ am I meant to fulfil?"