Gary Wilkerson and Mark Renfroe address the common question, "I'm just one person, what can I do when it comes to missions?” They outline practical steps for Christians to cultivate a heart for the nations and get involved in reaching the unreached. These steps include praying intentionally for the nations, growing in knowledge about global missions, engaging with people from different cultures in our own communities, going on short-term missions trips, and partnering with indigenous missions organizations. Gary and Mark also discuss the importance of a kingdom-centered approach to missions, rooted in Christ's lordship and the goal of God's glory among the nations. They challenge listeners to overcome the mentality of individual insignificance and to take steps, both big and small, toward participating in God's global mission.
Key Points from the Podcast
• Christians can cultivate a heart for the nations by praying intentionally, growing in knowledge, and engaging with people from different cultures.
• Practical ways to get involved in missions include going on short-term trips, joining a church missions committee, and building relationships with immigrants and international students.
• Partnering with indigenous missions organizations is a highly effective way to support missions efforts.
• The Great Commission is a command rooted in Christ's lordship; our response should be obedience and participation.
• The goal of missions is God's glory among the nations, not just meeting human need.
• Every Christian can do something to participate in global missions. Overcoming the "I'm just one person" mentality is key.
Recommended Resources
• Book: Operation World
• App: Joshua Project Unreached of the Day
• Website: Joshua Project
Bible Verses Referenced in the Podcast
Matthew 28:18-20,
About Mark Renfroe
Mark married his college sweetheart, Amy, with whom he has four adult children—one girl and three boys. The Renfroes have been involved in field missions work for 30 years. They served in the Arab community of San Francisco for four years before becoming foreign missionaries in 1995. Mark was asked to serve as the Area Director for Assemblies of God World Missions in 2007. As part of his role, he led missionaries and interfaced with national church leaders in the 18 countries of the Arab World. In 2017, Mark created Reaching Africa’s Muslims, an initiative to mobilize, equip, and deploy indigenous African missionaries to reach Muslims on the continent. Mark has graduate degrees in Intercultural Studies and Executive Leadership. He currently serves as the Chief Missions Officer for World Challenge in Colorado Springs.
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