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Pergamum · #10 (**permalink**) 06-19-2008, 08:15 AM

I truly believe that we can objectively prioritize some "mission fields" over others. Sorry if you were offended but I see the USA as a low priority based upon the criteria that I see.

If we do not prioritize fields of service we could never say that Istanbul Turkey had greater needs than Atlanta Georgia.

You WOULD agree that you would rather see - all other things being equal - 100 missionaries go to Istanbul rather than Atlanta Georgia, wouldn't you?

I do not have a contempt for home missions, but there is rarely a spot in the USA that is not covered by Christian radio, Bibles in motel rooms, and churches in every town. The barriers of language and geography are nil.

Yes, Americans are spiritually starved too, but not like those in a famine. They are spiritual anorexics that vomit out any opportunities and will not even cross a short distance to hear the truth. In many places in the world there is no Gospel bread at all.

So, I am glad that this man feels called to help rural churches. One cannot argue with a personal calling. However, since the question was asked whether or not one would support this ministry, I would say no, and I gave my reasons.

P.s. my priorities of evangelization are only one reason. The website of Village Missions also has other troubling aspects, such as their non-denominatioanl stance (within the US where there are plenty of choices) and their statement that Christ died for the sins of the whole world. What are the standards of the pastors of Village Missions? If there a guarantee that they are promoting the truth? Aside from the fact that it is inside the US, there are other big questions I have about this group.

P.S. this isn't about me thinking my place of service is more valuable. But I do want to push the fact that there is an unequal distribution of Christian workers throughout the world.

Finally, paise God that this man is about to enter upon a field of service. Yes, there are needs everywhere and I am glad he is called by the Lord to help.