3 Things to do Before Heading for the Mission Field
1. Set up a Solid Support Structure This is not just your financial supporters. These are the people who have your back. In fact it is not just one group of people but different groups of people. The more the better! Your sending church. Do you have a church sending you out? You are really just an extension of your local church so make sure that you are on the same page with them. If you have been away at Bible College or elsewhere for a while make time to have a season back serving with you home church and building up relationships. This is imperative for longevity on the field and will serve you well once you are ready to launch out. As a friend once said to me "Sow into your church and the will sow into you." A Sending agency. Some churches and denominations are so well set up for sending missionaries that you won't need a separate sending agency. However if you do need one some you may want to tr...
