Mission life can often be more like a spiritual black hole than a spiritual mountaintop. It is so important that missionaries have the tools and resources needed to keep our spiritual life growing and thriving. Below are short courses designed to help keep you flourishing spiritually.
Prayer for Healing in Mission A biblical and practical guide for those looking for a different and powerful approach to reaching others for Christ. Through this course, you will: Discover what a healing ministry actually is. Recognize your authority in Christ. Reassess your own heart. Learn how to couple prayer with lifestyle-based approaches to healing.…
God’s Word serves as a compass and guide by providing principles and instruction as we help others learn how to live the Christian life in their local contexts. Below are some short courses we hope you will find helpful as you seek to sink deep in the Word.
Storytelling for Discipleship Course How-to for effective discipling in an oral culture. In this course you will: Discover how and why Jesus used stories to share the gospel message Learn how to engage someone who does not share your cultural background Identify methods to help others identify with the stories you share Explore the concept…
Whether you’re new to contextualization or consider yourself a pro, we hope you will find these short courses helpful as you learn to think missiologically about the impact God’s word has on the culture and society in which you are serving.
Sharing Christ in a Different Culture This is the fifth part of the Passport to Mission learning track. In this course, you will Develop and adapt your personal testimony Discover cultural differences to consider when approaching others with the gospel Learn what to do when a friend hesitates in their commitment to Christ Explore ways…
Storytelling for Discipleship Course How-to for effective discipling in an oral culture. In this course you will: Discover how and why Jesus used stories to share the gospel message Learn how to engage someone who does not share your cultural background Identify methods to help others identify with the stories you share Explore the concept…
Adjusting well and learning to live among those you have been called to serve is critical to missionary family health and longevity. Here you will find short courses to help you transition, adjust, and learn to thrive in your host culture.
How to be Prepared This is the sixth part of the Passport to Mission learning track. In this course, you will gain: Resources to learn about your host culture Tips for comfortable travel Insights on what to do in a crisis situation Suggested packing lists Safety tips for serving in an urban area Straight-forward and…
Living in a Different Culture The logistics of staying safe, healthy, and engaged in your host culture. This is the fourth part of the Passport to Mission learning track. This course will help you: Learn methods of adapting to your new version of everyday life Dispel myths about and gain practical tips for language learning…
How to Learn a Foreign Language Introduction to language acquisition skills for cross-cultural missionaries. In this course you will: Develop a strong desire to learn your new community’s language Gain a big-picture vision for how to do that Increase your confidence Identify specific challenges Recognize and avoid common mistakes when adjusting to a new language…
Part of the missionary task is to learn how to provide help, information and new perspectives to those they are serving. While not always easy, learning to serve incarnationally as Jesus did is a wonderfully fulfilling experience. Here you will find short courses designed to help you navigate the complexities of incarnational ministry.
Prayer for Healing in Mission A biblical and practical guide for those looking for a different and powerful approach to reaching others for Christ. Through this course, you will: Discover what a healing ministry actually is. Recognize your authority in Christ. Reassess your own heart. Learn how to couple prayer with lifestyle-based approaches to healing.…
How to be Prepared This is the sixth part of the Passport to Mission learning track. In this course, you will gain: Resources to learn about your host culture Tips for comfortable travel Insights on what to do in a crisis situation Suggested packing lists Safety tips for serving in an urban area Straight-forward and…
Sharing Christ in a Different Culture This is the fifth part of the Passport to Mission learning track. In this course, you will Develop and adapt your personal testimony Discover cultural differences to consider when approaching others with the gospel Learn what to do when a friend hesitates in their commitment to Christ Explore ways…
Living in a Different Culture The logistics of staying safe, healthy, and engaged in your host culture. This is the fourth part of the Passport to Mission learning track. This course will help you: Learn methods of adapting to your new version of everyday life Dispel myths about and gain practical tips for language learning…
Fundraising for Mission Best practices and professional tips for the beginner. In this course you will: Learn to approach potential donors Discover the basic universal principles and methods of fundraising Develop necessary skills to manage a fundraising campaign Gain the right attitude for successful fundraising Make a difference in the lives of others This course…
How to Learn a Foreign Language Introduction to language acquisition skills for cross-cultural missionaries. In this course you will: Develop a strong desire to learn your new community’s language Gain a big-picture vision for how to do that Increase your confidence Identify specific challenges Recognize and avoid common mistakes when adjusting to a new language…