On being young and Christian in a Buddhist village
The adults weren’t interested, but the girls in the village had hearts open to the gospel. Now they wrestle with following Christ without abandoning their culture and families.
Going on a short-term trip? Here’s your must-read (and must-watch) list
Steps to take before, during and after your trip to prepare your heart for all God has in store, and then to process all that he did in you and through you.
Now she knows — she is a child of God
SEND’s diaspora ministry helps Japanese like Tomoko explore Christianity in their own language while they’re in a new culture.
An online travel journal for short-term mission trips (and it’s free!)
The GOJOURNAL records experiences, feelings and lessons during EVERY stage of a short-term trip — before, during and after.
‘I have nothing to do with Jesus’
When following Jesus felt like a burden, he wasn’t interested — until he realized there was another way that felt like freedom.
Easy ways to add missions to your VBS
Maybe you have a future missionary in your midst? It only takes a little time and effort to spark kids’ interest in cross-cultural service.
An enlightening chat between a Christian and Buddhist monks
Our worker visits a famous Thai temple to have a wide-ranging discussion with two novice monks. Find out how they got there and what they think will happen when they die.
First Friday prayer for the Muslim world: Halfway through Ramadan
Especially as the “Night of Power” draws near, don’t miss this opportunity to discuss with your Muslim friends what prayer and fasting means to them — and what it means to you.
When God draws your neighbor near …
Our worker wasn’t sure the time was right to start inviting her brand-new Buddhist neighbor to a Christian camp, but God made the answer clear.
Six pitfalls to avoid when welcoming missionaries on home service
A few suggestions for those of us who tend to open mouth, insert foot — maybe without even realizing it.