Sources: Various
Cultivating a Passion for Missions
Philip Crouse Jr. unpacks three ways pastors can fan the flames for global missions (The Center for Preaching and Pastoral Leadership).
Missions Isn’t Just About the People Who Go
In case you need a reminder. This one is eloquent (Gene Daniels, for A Life Overseas).
Tired of Timid Prayers? A New Guide to Praying Boldly
Get yourself and your church or group ready for International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church, November 3 (Global Christian Relief).
What is a reasonable expectation for us to have regarding “missions literacy” for the average Christian? Ted Elser suggests four basic ideas we could focus on, particularly from the pulpit (TedQuarters).
Understanding Missions: A Study Guide for the Church
This eight-session course from Christopher Wright includes videos, scripture readings, and discussion questions (Langham Global Library).
You might also be interested in a new, updated edition of Wright’s influential book The Mission of God published this week (Intervarsity Press).
Nearly 700 techies recently gathered for a three-day hackathon to pursue innovative and God-honoring solutions to problems and opportunities; an annual event (Church Leaders).
Michael Youssef Unveils Faith-Based Chatbot Rooted in Scripture
What if you could ask your pastor anything at any time? This ministry leader and megachurch pastor and his staff harnessed AI to bring his congregation and followers his Bible-based advice whenever they ask (The Christian Post).