2&2 Missionaries

We will get people all of the time. But time is the biggest asset you have and is something that will never come back. When you invest time into people, they should have a real interest in the Lord and in pure doctrine. 

Which people should you invest in and with whom should you work together? This and more we discussed on that podcast.

We all are faced with this very important question. There is no definite answer, but one thing is certain: What is your calling and what are you trying to do on the mission field. 

It's very important for every missionary to determine when he should give a work over and when a work might be dead and you need to move on to do something else. It is obviously not easy but one thing should always be a goal and that is to train someone to take a work and continue in the spirit of a Bible believer. 

On this podcast we are talking about this very important question and how we handle that in our respective ministries. 

Each country has very special ways about them. Paul warned us of spiritual warfare and strongholds. When you go into mission fields, you will be surprised how much sometimes the devil has a hand on the people. 

Is this a legitimate problem that missionaries could possibly face?

This podcast should really make you think and help you prepare for the task that is ahead of you. 

As missionaries or preachers we also have to make sure, that we are an example in how hard we are working. Reality is that you have the status of a self-employed. That means that nobody will keep you in check. You have to realize that people are watching you and it is a very good habit to start writing down what you are doing the whole day. 

It is our job to lead people to the Lord Jesus Christ and disciple them. That is what our Lord and Saviour did and this is our main job. Focus on that and you will not have the time to worry about other ministries. 

Depending on the field in which the Lord has called you to labor, you might find yourself separated from culture, from language, from the KJ Bible. Whether you are trail blazing or you are isolated for your bible convictions can cause for lonely days. How will you deal with that? How important is fellowship?

A lot of people when they are starting out think that they can be lone strangers and that biblical fellowship is overrated. The fact is that lots of people start out that way but find themselves increasingly lonely to the point where they are giving up. Don't forget some of you have a family and your wife and children also long for some Christian fellowship. If you are able to fellowship with other fellow laborers, this is a wise thing to do.

Every missionary should be aware of the fact that he has an obligation to be very wise with his money and as a matter of fact be a good steward of it (1 Cor. 4,1). Reality shows that moste missionaries have turned from that somehow and their safety net is almost always calling for more support or special offerings. Are you taking into consideration that the people who are supporting you are also hard working people who have an obligation to make sure, that they can drive a car and put food on the table and a roof over their head? 

This is true for anybody and it should be conducted that way. This episode gives a good overview and tips how you can handle your finances wisely. 

How should deputation be viewed? Should churches take a more active role in scrutinizing a missionary candidate? As missionaries we should conduct ourselves wisely and as a gentleman and also think about building a relationship with the churches that should not only support us but also pray for us. 

This podcast is looking at deputation from both sides of the angle and give some tipps of what to do and especially how to present yourself.

It should be a goal for a missionary to bring the church to independence. That not only means in their decision making process but also that a native work finances itself at some point. If they have a need for a building, the natives should come up with the money for it. They should give their tithing as much as an already established church in a western country. 

How can one do that and what is the process in getting there. That is the talking point of this podcast. 

When we talk about mission fields, what would that be? Europe obviously had a great impact on world mission 200 years ago. Today there is a lot of atheism and therefore Europe is in dark places. It's obvious that Europe needs bible believing churches for which missionaries are sent. They are supposed to plant churches and that's the great commission even in Europe. 

At one point as a missionary you are done with deputation and you are flying to your specific field. When that happens, what is your plan how to start? Most people have a mindset that they want to start a church as soon as possible. The problem with that is, that usually it just takes time to build relationships and get into the community. You don't need to be right at the start this professional missionary but rather a born again Christian who loves the Lord.

By getting into the community with common interest you can open doors that you would otherwise never have. This podcast is really sound advice and pure gold if you can get a grasp of it.