The Mind Of A Missionary

By: David Joannes

Have you ever wondered what makes a missionary tick? What are the underlying motivations of those who cross cultural, geographical, and linguistic boundaries for the sake of Jesus Christ? What compels them to take such extreme measures and why do their actions still inspire Christians worldwide?

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Have you ever wondered what makes a missionary tick? What are the underlying motivations of those who cross cultural, geographical, and linguistic boundaries for the sake of Jesus Christ? What compels them to take such extreme measures and why do their actions still inspire Christians worldwide?

In The Mind of a Missionary, David Joannes challenges you to find your role in God's glorious Kingdom narrative. He draws upon history, psychology, life experience, and powerful storytelling to reshape your perception of God's unique plan for your life.

You will learn about the motivations, expectations, risks, and rewards in the missionary venture. In each chapter, a missionary "guide" shows you how to thrive on mission today. The lives of Jim & Elisabeth Elliot, C. T. Studd, Nikolaus Zinzendorf, Robert Moffat, Jackie Pullinger, David Eubank, Nik & Ruth Ripken, William Carey, Hudson Taylor, Amy Carmichael, Don Richardson, and Heidi Baker merge with modern-day global Kingdom workers serving around the world.

In The Mind of a Missionary, you will learn about the

• intrinsic & external motivations of cross-cultural missionaries
• cultural & social expectations of the missions call
• numerous complex risks that a missionary faces
• glorious rewards that come from missional service

You will find out how to

• thrive in ministry with altruistic motivations
• overcome the obstacles that seek to defeat you
• dare the impossible to advance the Kingdom of God
• maximize your role in the Great Commission

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