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...
Day 27: Romans 1:1-17 “I am obligated” We are debtors to the gospel (Rom. 1:14). We owe the gospel to all people. Therefore, we must proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ. We should not be ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God unto salvation for everyone who believes (v. 16). What is the gospel? The gospel is Jesus Christ. It is His birth, His death on the cross, and His resurrection from the tomb. It is the virgin birth of Jesus Christ (Mt. 1:18). It is Jesus, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of a virgin, crucified on the cross to redeem our sins (Rom. 1:4). And it is Jesus, who rose from the dead after three days (v. 4). The nature and holiness of Jesus Christ are the gospel (vv. 3-4). We, as chosen ones, are appointed for this gospel (v. 1). We must proclaim this gospel to both believers and non-believers alike, because we are debtor...