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The Limitations of a ‘Finish the Task’ Perspective on Missions

Are we pursuing global missions with the right motivations?

6 Steps to Solidify Your Church’s Sending Culture

Encourage your members to engage not just their neighborhood and city, but the world. Help your members learn and develop key missionary skills that are available to all believers.

When I Was Sent I Felt Forgotten

When I became a missionary in South Asia, I felt abandoned by my local church.

How the Reality of the Trinity Shapes Our Pursuit of Mission

Our mission is rooted in who the Triune God is.

How to Use Your Missions Funds Best in a Small Church

5 helpful tips for leveraging your missions budget

10 Things I’ve Learned Being a Missions Pastor

As a missions pastor, these are 10 lessons I’ve learned along the way as I’ve served my church in this role. 1. Take Time to...

Why It Takes a Community to Send a Missionary

If you’re the only one investing in candidates, then best-case-scenario is that they’ll turn out looking like you.

Why Missionaries Need a Healthy Relationship With the Local Church—Part 1

Missionaries often look more to a mission board than to the local church, but Paul's example shows us why this shouldn't be.