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...
Let’s pray together with one accord! [Acts 4:23-31] A faithful daughter-in-law lived under constant persecution from her unbelieving mother-in-law for her faith in Jesus. However, through tearful prayers for her mother-in-law's soul and singing hymn “Yield not to Temptation,” she found comfort. One day, members of the church went to preach the gospel to her mother-in-law together. 'Grandma, believe in Jesus and come out to the church. Your daughter-in-law is praying for you with tears.' 'That's all just a show. I followed her secretly when she went to pray, and all she did was sing a song about overcoming me.' A surprised pastor asked her: 'What song was it?' 'Uh... something like... 'You, don't be discouraged by trials, gather your courage and overcome, gain new strength by overcoming trials~' (Internet). This anecdote brings a smile through the misunderstanding of praise by t...