Visiting (YOUR) Mission Fields (2)
Russell Dykstra reflects on the biblical foundation and practical implementation of Protestant Reformed missions work, emphasizing that missionaries operate under the authority and support of the church rather than independently. Drawing on the Heidelberg Catechism, the Great Commission, and the Acts 13 example of the church at Antioch sending out missionaries, Dykstra demonstrates how proper church government structures ensure that mission work remains the work of Christ's body rather than individual initiative.
Previous article in this series: September 1, 2015, p. 461. Missions is the work of the church of Jesus Christ. We confess that "the Son of God from the beginning to the end of the world, gathers, defends, and preserves to Himself by His Spirit and Word, out of the whole human race, a church chosen to everlasting life, agreeing in true faith" (Heidelberg Catechism, Q & A 54). Because He accomplished the salvation of His church in His cross, and because all power was given Him in heaven and...
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