Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world (Matthew 28:19-20).
The Great Commission tells us to take the gospel into all the world. Obviously, not all Christians are called to move to another country to become a foreign missionary, but there are many ways to fulfill the Great Commission. Of course, we can witness and make disciples by talking to and developing relationships with those in our neighborhoods, co-workers, and people we come in contact with. But we can also support domestic and foreign missions and never leave home. Here are some ways:1. Be a sender. These people financially support missionaries.
2. Be an intercessor. Become a prayer warrior for specific missionaries, as well as missionaries in general.
3. Be a mobilizer. Work to get others involved in the work of missions.
4. Be an assistant. Help missionaries and/or their team in practical ways with backup support. Many times this can be done via computer or technology.
5. Be a welcomer. Welcome others to church, your home, or to the family of God. People long to feel a sense of belonging.
6. Be a trainer. Help equip others in some aspect of mission work.
7. Be a goer. God does call some to go and serve away from home. It may be in another community, county, state, province, or country. Always heed God's call.
8. Be an encourager. Missionaries can use all the encouragement they can get, but so can anyone in God's service. Send emails, calls, cards, letters, packages, etc. You'll be surprised by how encouraging others encourages you.
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