In the last twenty years, major cities across the United States have experienced a dramatic influx of immigrants—both legal and illegal—from every corner of the globe. My own neighborhood is now 75% Indian. Yet, fundamental churches have not excelled at reaching these domestic ethnic communities. We are far more comfortable ministering to “our own,” or waiting until these communities have Americanized over a generation or two before engaging them. While we spend millions sending missionaries overseas, we often ignore the nations that have come to our doorstep.

This raises a vital question for our churches—one every foreign missionary already addresses: How can I most effectively fulfill the Great Commission—evangelism and discipleship—in increasingly unfamiliar surroundings, while remaining biblically obedient in my methods? …

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