Christian Living
Once Upon a Time…
By: Trisha Bleau Smith Once upon a time there was a girl who was raised in a Christian home by strong Christian parents who spent much of their time in Christian events and church. She […]
Missions & Outreach
Christian Living
I Have a Mission? What?
by Mandy Hughett “My pastor has a mission. My youth pastor has a mission. A few other people in my church also have a mission. God has really blessed them.” You are right. God really […]
Christian Living
Go Ye Into All The World
by Jeramy Jennings Matthew 28:19-20 says, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to […]
Missions & Outreach
Creating a Circle of Love
Do’s and Don’ts of Christian Fundraising by Loren Cunningham There’s a circle of love even in Christian fundraising. Some basic dos and don’ts color this circle, but first consider five decisions that lead to […]
Missions & Outreach
Deciding To Go Checklist
It helps to make a checklist as you’re contemplating a short-term mission trip. For some of you, the trip is a new idea. For others, it’s been in mind for years. Whatever your situation, it […]
Missions & Outreach
Fundraising Partnerships
Your Home Church Can be your Best Resource by Paul Borthwick When our church began thinking of short-term mission projects, we knew finances would be a major issue. At first, we wrestled with our philosophy […]
Evangelism
Learners, Servants, and Storytellers
by Tim Gibson ATTITUDE. It’s the most important aspect of the short-term mission experience. The right attitude has three parts – as you take ont he roles of learner, servant, and storyteller. Become a Learner […]
Evangelism
Good Relationships Aren’t Automatic
by Barry Hancock People on short-term mission trips are often impressed with the caliber of Christians they meet. But good relationships with career missionaries and national Christians aren’t automatic. Here are six tips to help […]
Evangelism
Spiritual Warfare
Your short-term mission trip may push you beyond your comfort zone to the edge of a spiritual cliff where you face a dilemma: Do I go deeper with Chist in this experience? Or do I […]