When an individual or church has entered the flow of the mission stream of God, rapids and rough waters will inevitably come. There are obstacles and distractions above and below the surface. Knowing they are coming allows the missionary and church to become distracted from the flow. 

These may include: 

Rapids of discouragement from friends, family and church. 

Whirlpools of local or national instability swamping the church or individual's boat. 

Waves of discouragement as financial rapids slow progress. 

Hidden underwater boulders of unexpected opportunities that can actually tip churches and individuals into rough water. 

Tsunamis of interpersonal conflict before departure and upon arriving on the field.

We mentioned some support raising resources, which are found on our website.