Video – Non-Traditional Skills in Missions
Watch Our Missions Roundtable Discussion
How can “non-traditional skills” be an asset when taking part in the Great Commission? Do missionaries have talents beyond the obvious? And can someone take part in the Great Commission without leaving home?
Tune into this missions roundtable discussion where we converse about these questions and more.
00:00 Introductions
04:16 Underground church leaders
07:03 Is it unethical to use work as a “cover” for missions?
09:56 Seeing God in the details of daily life
13:08 Finding significance in work that doesn’t feel “special”
17:27 Incorporating family on the field
25:21 God used this woman’s unlikely degree
26:19 Encouragement for people with non-traditional skills
33:01 Wrap-Up
Going Deeper
- There’s a widely accepted myth in the world of mission that needs to be busted. It is this: that all missionaries are preachers. But as it turns out missionaries do a lot of different things. Read about seven mission jobs you haven’t heard of.
- Ever felt God tugging at your heart to get out and reach the nations? But what about your career? Explore how you can take your profession to the unreached.
Stories from the pursuit
Video – Christian Missionary Topics
In our recent roundtable discussion, former field workers shared their perspectives on some of the big questions people ask about missions. Hear what they have to say.
Video – Myths about Missions
In this roundtable video, former field workers and mission leaders shared what's true and maybe not so true about mission perceptions.
Googling Jesus: Nine Amazing Stories of Digital Media Outreach
See how God, through His Word and the loving witness of His people, reveals Himself to those who seek Him.
Invited in: A Place to Belong Among the Unreached
Many Pioneers join established ministries, but others go into fields where they may not know anyone, at least at first. How do you meet people who can invite you into the community?
When People Search for Jesus
The parable of the sower meets social media: Heidi in the Middle East uses Instagram to connect with people across the region who want to know more about Jesus.