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Something Is Wrong with the Missionary Teams

August 21, 2026

“Someday, my best friend and I hope to serve together on a frontier missions team!” “Is that right? Ha… you won’t stay best friends for long.” I’ve always remembered this interaction with a missions mobilizer from back in my college days. It struck me because it seemed like such a jaded thing to say.

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February 16, 2025

Millennial Engagement in Evangelical Missions: Trends, Motivations, and Future Implications

Millennial Engagement in Evangelical Missions examines how a new generation is redefining missionary work by embracing digital tools, flexible training, and innovative outreach strategies that depart from traditional hierarchical models. The article traces the evolution from rigid, centralized mission paradigms to adaptive approaches where millennials seek authentic community and practical engagement. It highlights the benefits of interactive online learning and real-time mentoring while addressing challenges such as outdated organizational policies and generational disconnects. By offering concrete recommendations for revamping training programs and support structures, the piece charts a transformative path for evangelical missions, positioning millennial energy and creativity as key drivers for the future of outreach.

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February 13, 2025

Increase Your Church’s “Missional Fluency”

How do you get and keep people on mission? If only it were as easy as telling them, “Let’s Go!” While it’s not quite that simple, Calvert Grace in Owings, Maryland uses that verbiage as the name of their annual outreach conference.

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February 12, 2025

What Tired Men Teach Us About Missions

To truly accomplish the Great Commission, many types of global workers are needed to build the church of God around the world.

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February 11, 2025

10 Ways Churches and Individuals Can Support Missions and Missionaries

Discover practical ways for everyday believers to get involved in missions—through prayer, local outreach, and supporting missionaries worldwide.

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February 10, 2025

Til Death: The reality of mortality and eternal consequence

The familiar vow “til death do us part” isn’t just about wedding promises—it’s a reminder that every commitment we make is shadowed by the reality of our finite time. Instead of fearing our mortality, I invite you to see it as a call to live intentionally.

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February 10, 2025

How to Start Doing Evangelism Today With Jim Murphy

Do you struggle with evangelism? You’re not alone. In this week’s episode of The Missions Podcast, Alex and Scott sit down with Jim Murphy, from My Circle Training, as they talk about why evangelism can be so difficult. They analyze the cultural mindsets, training pitfalls, and even the church paradigms that hinder evangelism of church members.

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February 8, 2025

Beyond the Overseas Mission Field: Embracing the Mission Within Our Own Communities

Sometimes we search for a grand mission in far-off places, only to overlook the transformative opportunities unfolding in our own neighborhoods. What if the true call to serve lies in the everyday interactions right at our doorstep—a quiet revolution of compassion waiting to be ignited?

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February 8, 2025

Raising Support as a Single Woman: Not for the Faint of Heart

Recognizing and overcoming three common mindsets can help churches and individuals to encourage single missionaries.

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February 7, 2025

A Higher Mountain 2025

Dear praying friends, I want to share the goals we’ve prayerfully set for 2025. 2025 Goals The work before us is both daunting and exciting! Our Board of Directors has prayerfully approved these 2025 strategic goals. By God’s grace and provision, we will: By the grace of God, SGC has gotten off to a strong …

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February 6, 2025

10 Things You Should Know About the World’s Religions

Keeping these facts in mind will help us navigate our religious world as beacons of gospel truth.