Articles for Outreach & Missions

The Christian’s Call to Care for Addictive Populations

When Jesus called us to care “for the least of these” (Matt. 25:40), I believe it includes those who are in destitute and destructive situations. Being present in the lives of those who struggle with substance abuse addiction provides us with a beautiful opportunity to love people in the midst of their affliction and point them to the One in whom true satisfaction is found.

One Story Behind the Pro-Life Super Bowl Ad You Didn’t See This Year

Fox Sports chose not to air the Faces of Choice ad during the Super Bowl. The message was in hopes for people to be inspired by getting involved in the pro-life movement by joining pregnancy help or adoption support ministries in their local churches.

3 Disciple-Making Catalysts in the Life of Jesus

In three passages of Scripture, we see Jesus' heart for disciple-making, with some practical applications for all leaders.

What Would Justin Martyr Do?

In this respect, one of the earliest defenders of the faith, Justin Martyr, offers Christians solid guidance. Three strategies in particular stand out.

2020 Summer Olympics … Ministry Plans Underway in Tokyo

If you share the gospel with a Japanese person, there is a 99% chance this would be the first time they’ve ever heard the message. With that statistic, Japanese people can be classified as an unreached people group. So the 2020 Summer Olympics bring great ministry opportunities.

5 Ways to Pray for Your Church Family in 2020

Here are five ways that we can be praying for our own church family and other churches as well.

May Jesus’ Name Be Known Through Me

How is Jesus' mission accomplished through His people?

4 Countercultural Characteristics of Authentic Community

Mark Howell: "How do you know when something is authentic?" Test its merits.