That's really interesting you say that. So you are in North Carolina. There is a ministry assistant position open for the Cherokee indians, and a man at our church has a job with MTW connecting with missionaries. Do you know Sam Goodwin? He said he would love to talk about it if I were ever interested.Rent out the house to cover living expenses and move to a mission field.
I could suggest a few.
You didn’t mention a wife, so I’d prolly get a wife and aim for more children, raising a godly seed, etc.
Anyone can, but far too few do. Frankly, that's quite a dismissive perspective on the Great Commission!
I mean … maybe … sure … but also natural generation with the LORD blessing via His appointed means, all things considered.
I had drafted a response, but we would be taking this thread well off course. Wan't to start a thread on mission strategy, I'll be happy to engage. Or maybe I can start one when I get some time.
I am all that but with the debt. Just bask in that peace man, raise those kids and save for their future. You could double your tithe for starters and see where your local church could use financial assistance like in the deaconate. I'm a simple guy man, you could be radical, but I enjoy the simple life! Haha.
The Gospel needs are very great in our own cities. I think we can do more good here.
I think the local church is often undervalued. My passion now is to have our local church be as that in Acts 2 (minus the apostles and their specific wonders and signs, obviously): "And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. And all who believed were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved."
I'd be interested in this discussion.
I would add, strive to be a Biblical elder. Don't just be a yes man who cares nothing for the flock. Reach out to the flock, get to know them, invest in their lives. Be someone people look up to and want to imitate. Be above reproach.
100% this. I have known mediocre, good, and bad ruling elders and the good ones are an absolute gem to the local congregation and to the denomination as a whole.
I'd keep my ears open for real diaconal needs and help with them as anonymously as possible. The government is taking over here with some bad results. If you are anonymous, it is easier for you to discern real vs. exaggerated need, as people will share and reference spontaneously with you.
I agree brother, but what does that have to do with the inquiry? It kind of sounds like an unloving comment, but I hope I'm misunderstanding it. Maybe you can clarify so I don't think of you as having ungodly character.
