A. What Is Biblical Mission? “Biblical mission means more than simply going overseas to plant churches or spread civilization. It means the church participating in the ‘mission of God (Missio Dei)’ and seeking the restoration of God’s rule and glory throughout the whole earth. Mission is not a program that begins with human enthusiasm; rather, it is the heart of God that runs throughout the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation, and is a fundamental reason for the church’s existence. Let me clearly summarize five essential principles of true mission as presented in Scripture. 🌍 1. The Mission of God (Missio Dei) The subject and initiator of mission is not human beings but God. In order to save fallen humanity, God first comes to us, sends His Son, and sends the Holy Spirit. He is the “missionary God” who sends. Biblical basis: “As the Father has sent me, I also send you.” (John 20:21) Key meaning: The church acknowledges that God has the initiative in mission and serves as His agent, obed...
"내가 전에 죽었으나 이제는 영원히 살아 있으며 죽음과 지옥의 열쇠를 가지고 있다." 예수님을 보고 그 발 아래 엎드려 마치 죽은 사람같이 되었던 사도 요한에게 예수님께서는 오른손을 얹으시고 이렇게 말씀하셨습니다 : " 두려워하지 말아라 . 나는 처음과 마지막이며 살아 있는 자이다 . 내가 전에 죽었으나 이제는 영원히 살아 있으며 죽음과 지옥의 열쇠를 가지고 있다 . ..."( 요한계시록 1:17-18, 현대인의 성경 ).