Should I Be a Missionary? E-Book

Andy Johnson

• Herausgeber: Crossway
• Kategorie: Religion und Spiritualität
• Serie: Church Questions
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 40

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2024

Beschreibung

Essential, Scripture-Based Guidance for Christians Who Are Considering Missions Work What does it take to be a missionary? Is it enough to love God, communicate well, and enjoy overseas travel? Is every Christian who proclaims the gospel technically a missionary? Understanding the biblical definition and qualifications of this role can mean the difference between spiritual fruit and irresponsible—even if well-meaning—ministry endeavors. In this addition to the Church Questions series, Andy Johnson presents a clear-cut, gospel-centered standard for aspiring missionaries. First, he outlines the marks of a missionary: those commissioned and sent out for gospel work by a church. Next, he covers the specific responsibilities of missionaries demonstrated in Scripture. This brief guide also explains the importance of patient service in ministry, church membership and participation, and family considerations to help readers determine whether they are truly called and ready to serve God on the mission field.   - Brief, Accessible Resource: Easy-to-share guide uses Scripture and engaging stories to answer commonly asked questions about missions work  - Gospel-Centered Guidance: Examines biblical examples, including the Great Commission, and contemporary models, such as rapid-multiplication ministry methods, to demonstrate correct and incorrect approaches to missions - A Great Resource for Church Members: Helps Christians understand the qualifications and responsibilities of faithful missionaries

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Should I Be a Missionary?

Church Questions

Can Women Be Pastors?, Greg Gilbert

Does It Matter What I Believe?, Samuel James

Does the Gospel Promise Health and Prosperity?, Sean DeMars

Does the Old Testament Really Point to Jesus?, David M. King

How Can I Be Sure I’m Saved?, Jeremy Pierre

How Can I Begin to Teach the Bible?, David Helm

How Can I Encourage My Pastors?, Carmyn Zamora

How Can I Get More Out of My Bible Reading?, Jeremy Kimble

How Can I Grow in Hospitality?, Keri Folmar

How Can I Love Church Members with Different Politics?, Jonathan Leeman and Andy Naselli

How Can I Serve My Church?, Matthew Emadi

How Can Women Thrive in the Local Church?, Keri Folmar

How Do I Fight Sin and Temptation?, J. Garret Kell

How Do I Get Started in Evangelism?, Mack Stiles

Is God Really Sovereign?, Conrad Mbewe

Is Hell Real?, Dane Ortlund

Should I Be a Missionary?, Andy Johnson

What Do Deacons Do?, Juan Sanchez

What If I’m Discouraged in My Evangelism?, Isaac Adams

What If I’ve been Hurt by My Church?, Daniel P. Miller

What Is a Church?, Matthew Emadi

What Is the Church’s Mission?, Jonathan Leeman

What Should I Do Now That I’m a Christian?, Sam Emadi

What Should I Look for in a Church?, Alex Duke

Who’s in Charge of the Church?, Sam Emadi

Why Should I Be Baptized?, Bobby Jamieson

Why Should I Give to My Church?, Jamie Dunlop

Why Should I Join a Church?, Mark Dever

Should I Be a Missionary?

Andy Johnson

Should I Be a Missionary?

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