“I Want to be Like That!:” How to Read Acts with Hope (Part 2)
Missiologists have debated for years on how to interpret the book of Acts: Is it “descriptive” or “prescriptive?” We propose a third option for interpreting
“I Want to be Like That!:” How to Read Acts with Hope (Part 1)
Missiologists have debated for years on how to interpret the book of Acts: Is it “descriptive” or “prescriptive?” We propose a third option for interpreting
When Missionaries Disagree: Biblical Principles and Practical Tips for Navigating Disagreements on the Mission Field
Anyone who has been serving as a missionary for very long knows that missionaries disagree on many issues from time to time! We even find disagreements in the pages of the book of
Is Europe Unreached? The Surprising State of the Gospel in Europe with Kit and Stacy
How lost is Europe? Is it unreached, reached, post-Christian, or pre-Christian? Listen in as we discuss the shocking state of the gospel throughout Europe with Kit and Stacy Klein,
Why Send (Expensive) American Missionaries? Why Not Just Fund Indigenous Ministry Partners?
Some claim that we should no longer send American missionaries overseas, but instead should just send American funds to indigenous ministry partners in unreached places. There are
Stewarding Our Most Precious Resource: TIME (The 6th “T” for Team Leaders)
How should we think about the tempo of our ministry activities? How should we manage our time and plan our ministry rhythms? Listen in as we discuss this 6th “T” or ste
Navigating Our Biggest Life Change
Over the last 6 months, we have been transitioning from the end of a 19-year season of ministry in South Asia to a new leadership role in Europe. Listen in as we share a big life u
Reflections on Our First Term: The Good, The Bad, and the Lessons Learned
We recently had the privilege of returning to our first-term home and city, where we served from 2005-2008, and reconnected with beloved national partners and friends. It brought u
Why Is Evangelism So Hard?
Confession: I have been serving as a missionary leader in South Asia for more than 19 years, and I still have seasons when evangelism feels hard. I have wished for years that I
The Honeymoon’s Over
Author’s Note: My husband and I have been serving in South Asia for almost 20 years. I am sharing an article that I wrote in our very first year on the field – 2006 – as I wa
