What really happens on the mission field?
People who feel called by God and passionate about serving others sell their stuff, pack up the essentials, say their goodbyes, and tote their children (and peanut butter... or gochujang paste... or Vegemite, depending on where they are from) into an experience that is sure to stretch them (and their faith).
They are heading into a lot of unknowns: cultural blind spots, language mistakes, and the need to contextualize strategies and even the Gospel itself. They must overcome emotional baggage from their past, savior complexes, racism, and pride, to name a few, in order to become humble servants. They have varying levels of vetting; ministry experience; expectations; training; accountability; and financial, emotional, and organizational support.
They are at a pinnacle of trust in God and dedication to His mission, excited to get started in this new adventure.
What happens then?
They are heading into a lot of unknowns: cultural blind spots, language mistakes, and the need to contextualize strategies and even the Gospel itself. They must overcome emotional baggage from their past, savior complexes, racism, and pride, to name a few, in order to become humble servants. They have varying levels of vetting; ministry experience; expectations; training; accountability; and financial, emotional, and organizational support.
They are at a pinnacle of trust in God and dedication to His mission, excited to get started in this new adventure.
What happens then?
