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...
“나는 너희 종교적 행사를 싫어하고 경멸하며 너희 모임을 기뻐하지 않는다.” 어쩌면 하나님께서는 지금 우리에게 이렇게 말씀하고 계시는지도 모릅니다 : “ 나는 너희 종교적 행사를 싫어하고 경멸하며 너희 모임을 기뻐하지 않는다 ”( 아모스 5:21, 현대인의 성경 ).