The All Initiative Event Experience

I have just returned from the All Initiative Conference in Athens, where over a hundred believers from across Europe gathered to be encouraged, inspired, and equipped for the glorious task of making disciples. Throughout the week, I was reminded of Jesus’ words in Matthew 28—His Great Commission to all of us: All Authority belongs to…

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Documenting the Lives of Missionaries in Europe 

“So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” 2 Corinthians 4:18 What are we living for?     For the believer, we aren’t living for this world but for God. To live a life truly dependent on Him…

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GEM Is Inter-Denominational: What Does That Look Like?

GEM Is Inter-Denominational

“Tell me about the Christian culture in Czech Republic?” I asked a friend serving with GEM in one of the most atheistic countries in the world.  “In my local context, we are connected with Wesleyans, Brethren, Catholics, Pentecostals, Baptists, Anglicans and some other Protestants,” she told me.  And do you…get along? I thought.   She chimed in before my…

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5 Benefits of Living on Support

One of the greatest hurdles to people saying “yes” to God’s calling on their life for missions is raising support. People don’t talk about money, let alone ask for money. It’s awkward, people think. I once thought that, too.

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Creating a Church Home in West Cork, Ireland

Church planter in a chequered shirt talking to an older man dressed in a suit jacket

After years of Rob and Amy pouring into people who were coming to local ministries and Bible studies, an older and wiser friend challenged them. “Have you considered, is there going to be a long-term home for these people,” he asked. 

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