A Guide to Missions: Biblical Insights and Practical Steps

Missions are at the heart of God’s plan for humanity. From Genesis to Revelation, Scripture reveals God’s desire for all people to know Him and experience His love. When we engage in mission work, we are not simply participating in a program or project—we are stepping into God’s redemptive story.

What is Missions?

Missions involve intentionally spreading the Gospel, making disciples, and serving others with the love of Christ. While missions often include traveling to new places, they are not limited to international work. Missions can happen:

• In your hometown through evangelism, service projects, and outreach.
• In your nation through regional church planting, disaster relief, and community development.
• Across the world by sharing the Gospel in places where Jesus is not yet known.

At its core, mission work is about obedience to Christ’s command (Matthew 28:19-20), demonstrating God’s love through action (James 2:14-17), and expanding His kingdom (Acts 1:8).

Why Missions Matter

The world is filled with spiritual and physical needs. Millions have never heard the Gospel, and many suffer from poverty, injustice, and lack of access to basic necessities. Missions allow believers to:

• Fulfill the Great Commission – Jesus calls every believer to share the Gospel.
• Grow Spiritually – Engaging in missions strengthens faith, dependence on God, and a biblical worldview.
• Impact Lives – Missions provide opportunities to help others both physically and spiritually.
• Experience God’s Power – When we step out in faith, we see God work in miraculous ways.