Mission Outreach by Every Congregation
Kortering argues that mission outreach is both a biblical imperative rooted in the Great Commission and a means through which congregations experience divine blessing. The article grounds missionary work in the obedience of faith and promises that faithful engagement in missions results in spiritual strength and God's favor toward the church.
The outreach we speak about in this article is mission work. It is hard work. It taxes our patience. It tries our commitment. And it stirs in us the deepest sense of helplessness. Having said this, we quickly add that it is right and beautiful for every congregation to do it. There are two reasons for this. First, it is the response of faith to obey the commandment of our Lord. Two passages from the Bible come to mind. Matthew 28:18-20: "All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go...
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