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...
"초상집에 가는 것이 잔치집에 가는 것보다 낫다. 모두 죽을 수밖에 없으니 살아있을 때 이것을 명심하는 것이 좋다. 슬픔이 웃음보다 나은 것은 그 슬픔으로 인해서 새로운 것을 깨달을 수 있기 때문이다. 지혜로운 사람은 죽음에 대해서 많이 생각하지만 어리석은 사람은 눈 앞에 보이는 즐거움밖에 생각하지 못한다." (전도서 7:2-4, 현대인의 성경) https://youtu.be/mn7IrSc01-4?si=L1_r1lSyvIcovVgQ