Category: FAQ
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What are some of the first steps to becoming a missionary?
Source “Six early steps from my journey.” There can be many possible first steps, depending on your situation, but here are some possibilities. These are the ones that have been important to my journey. 1. Get out or stay out of debt. It is very hard to launch out overseas when you are trying to…
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How can I know God’s timing?
Source “Trust and wait.” We serve a God who knows each heart. As you speak with other missionaries, do not be surprised that his guidance is different for each life. My husband and I were both children when we caught a vision for China. God gave us a heart for China and we knew that…
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Should I go on a short-term missions trip just to try it out?
Source “Yes, but go for several months.” I know that some people say that a short-term trip is not necessary to confirm God’s direction for you in missions. I would say, however, that they can be helpful. If possible, go for several months, six months to a year if you can. Although I guidance to…
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Should I wait for guidance to a specific country?
Source “No. Let God direct you where and how he pleases.” Don’t let this worry you. We are all different. Missionary biographies are replete with those who had a lifetime direction to a particular people, such as Hudson Taylor’s call to the Chinese. Others, like C.T. Studd, moved around. Did Paul have direction to a…
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What should I do if my church is not supportive of missions?
Source “See what a mission pastor and four mission mobilizers say.” The GOer Group videos are a free seven-lesson series addressing the major questions and barriers many encounter as they pursue cross-cultural ministry. Each video features insights and advice from experienced people who have either spent time on the mission field or have helped many…
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What unexpected obstacles or doubts did you experience becoming a missionary?
Source “I did not know if I would be an effective missionary.” One doubt I had was whether or not I would be effective. Though my heart was full of desire to go, my mind was full of doubts as to my ability to make a real difference in the lives of the Albanian people.…
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How do I know for sure that God is calling me to be a cross-cultural missionary?
Ask others for answers. Then put their name, role and country below the answer. Answer from Hersey, missionary and organization leader from China. I felt God was calling me to serve Him in Cross-cultural mission. However, I hardly know about mission as I just came to faith in Jesus for several months. I continue to…