In addition to theological training, potential missionaries need practical experience. The church is God’s vehicle for discipling new missionaries in an environment of learning, accountability, and service. In this short video you’ll learn of the approach of one church that used an informal and relational internship program, two years in length, based upon three key…
There is more to being a pastor or missionary than having a formal theological degree. Down through church history, the local church has repeatedly launched missionaries and pastors who have not gone to Seminary. Is that possible today? To see the entire list of Senders Videos, please click here.
Time was running out. With the number of pandemic cases rising and an inevitable shutdown looming in our Asian city, I scheduled the baptismal service with only a week and a half of lead time. My inner planner cringed at the spontaneity demanded by 2020. Then we prayed and waited to see if we would…
Choosing a mission agency is more important than choosing where in the world you will be a missionary. Here are the practical steps to take in choosing the right agency for you. To see the entire list of Senders Videos, please click here.
Most churches have never sent a missionary from their church. Here is what Pastors say are their reasons for not producing and sending missionaries from their congregation. To see the entire list of Senders Videos, please click here.
Blog post from CompassionMedical.org: Jun 25, 2020 We are super cool gals with the desire to BE the hands of Jesus in our commitment to missions through medical work by following the example He left for us. Our past experiences have brought us to a place that we see a need for Christ-centered medical missions…
In addition to theological training, potential missionaries need practical experience. Here are some ways your church can provide the adequate equipping for the next generation of Christian workers. To see the entire list of Senders Videos, please click here.
Most believers care about reaching the lost, they are just too busy or ill-equipped to effectively engage them. A prescription for these illnesses addresses two parts: the role of the church and the role of the believer. The Shoe Leather videos help us to put into practice the Fostering the Harvest material. To view all…
Help! My church has no evangelism team or outreach! What do I do? If you find yourself in a situation like this, consider it a great opportunity to “lead from below.” You can have incredible impact with no appointed position or delegated authority. The Shoe Leather videos help us to put into practice the Fostering…
It is safe to say that we almost all struggle with fear in talking to others about Jesus. No one wants to be rejected, disliked, alienated, labeled, or avoided. Our fear can overwhelm our faithfulness in half a heartbeat, can’t it? What can we do about our fears? The Shoe Leather videos help us to…