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...
There is nothing they can say. [Acts 4:3-22] When you read the column by Yong Deok Song titled 'Keumja's Word Thrown Towards the World, 'You Do It Well!,' you'll find the following text written: Keumja in the movie 'Kind Keumja’ closed the mouths of the world with even mightier words. After serving 13 years of unjust imprisonment, Keumja was released, and in front of her appeared the church pastor holding tofu. The pastor, with a smile amidst the church volunteer band's performance, probably expected such words to come out of Keumja's mouth. 'Pastor, thank you so much. The reason I didn't lose hope even in the hellish prison for 13 years is solely thanks to you, Pastor. From now on, with deep faith, I will pray and serve for the suffering and marginalized neighbors.' This single letter is a 'priceless word' that is not to be discarded. However, Keumja threw this short sentence to the pastor, ...