True missions that saves me
Acts 11:19 Now those who had been scattered by the persecution that broke out when Stephen was killed traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus and Antioch, spreading the word only among Jews.
♬ Hymn for scheduled worship: Korean/English Hymnal #313 Jesus My King (#352 in previous version)
At the time when the realistic door of missions opened for the Antioch Church, Stephen’s trouble happened. It was also the day the church began anew as the church to fulfill world evangelization, and the future that God considers to be important opened up on this day. Not knowing missions means not knowing evangelism. If you correctly enjoy Jesus Christ, evangelism will take place. What can you do for true missions that saves me?
1. True beginning of missions
The forces of darkness control the world and minds of people through the culture. There is no time to lose. Jesus Christ is the solution to all problems.Galatians 2:20 When you correctly enjoy this mystery, you can understand the evangelism of sharing the mystery of Christ who is with you, to a dying field. Also, when you see the culture and economy of the region where you live, you can begin the missions God desires for you.
2. True restoration of missions
The individuals in the Bible, who received never-before-and-never-after answers, understood the mission field that God gave them. Joseph and Moses knew that Egypt was their mission field. Samuel and David saw Philistia, and Elisha saw Aram, Hezekiah saw Assyria, and Isaiah saw Babylon as their mission field. Paul received Rome for missions. They all enjoyed the blessing of a witness testifying Christ. Today if you can see my region as a mission field, God’s plan for me will be completely restored.
3. True enjoyment of missions
Unique answers kept coming to Paul who testified the Gospel that he realized wherever he went. The blessings Paul experienced already came upon you. You can find the given blessings and gain the strength from God through prayer of enjoying the filling of the Holy Spirit by His grace. Then, you can discover the evangelism regarding your church, region, school, and workplace as well as the life-long missions that you can pray for in your life. When we have true communication with God, we can enjoy true missions.
Forum Topic
Do you have a mission field that makes you happy and your heart beat fast? It is a true blessing to have a nation for missions that you are praying for wholeheartedly. Ask God what plan He has for that country.
World Missions Conference Lecture 1 / 2013.2.22