Thoughtful Reflections on Faith and Life
There has been a lot of pushback on the once popular practice of churches sending teams on short-term mission trips. While this was once a respected act of ministry, many see it as at best, church vacations and at worst, damaging activity toward that are supposed to be helped. Part of the narrative is the … Read More “Why I am Glad I Participated in Short-Term Mission Trips” »
There are many concerns about short-term missions trips. Some argue that they are more harm than good. Many of the concerns are quite valid. But I will argue that such experiences are good when done right. I understand the concerns. They include sending rich westerners to build something that takes away much needed work from … Read More “Should Churches Participate in Short-Term Mission Trips?” »
One of the most troubling subjects for Christians concerns those who have never heard the Gospel. What happens to them? Think about the first century and where the Church was at. The Church was in Galilee/Samaria/Judea and the surrounding area. It was in Asia Minor and had entered into Europe, perhaps as far as Spain … Read More “What About Those Who Have Not Heard the Gospel?” »
