How can we support modern missions in light of Galatians 2:7? Galatians 2:7 – Our Launch Point “On the contrary, they saw that I had been entrusted to preach the gospel to the uncircumcised, just as Peter had been to the circumcised.” Key Takeaways • God Himself entrusts specific people with specific fields. • The same Lord who directed Paul and Peter still assigns, equips, and sends. • Modern missions continue this God-given pattern—Jew and Gentile, near and far, one gospel for all. Diverse Callings, One Gospel • 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 —“There are different kinds of gifts… but the same God works all of them in all people.” • Acts 13:2 —“Set apart for Me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” • Romans 10:14-15 —“How can they hear without someone preaching to them? And how can they preach unless they are sent?” Why Modern Missions Still Matter • Matthew 28:18-20 —The Great Commission remains active. • Revelation 7:9 —A multitude from “every nation and tribe and people and tongue” is God’s declared endgame. • Acts 1:8 —Witnesses “to the ends of the earth” until Christ returns. Practical Ways to Support Modern Missions 1. Pray Persistently • Colossians 4:2-4 —Pray “that God may open to us a door for the word.” • 2 Thessalonians 3:1; Ephesians 6:19-20—Intercede for boldness, clarity, protection. 2. Give Sacrificially • Philippians 4:15-17—Financial partnership produces eternal fruit. • 2 Corinthians 9:7—“God loves a cheerful giver.” • 3 John 8—“We ought to support such men, so that we may be fellow workers for the truth.” 3. Send Intentionally • Acts 13:3—Churches lay hands, fast, and send. • Romans 10:15—Feet that bring good news need commissioning. 4. Go Personally • Luke 10:2—Laborers are still few. • Isaiah 6:8—“Here am I. Send me!” 5. Practice Gospel Hospitality • Romans 12:13—“Pursue hospitality.” • 3 John 5-6—Hosting itinerant workers is “faithful.” 6. Encourage Relationally • Acts 14:27-28—Missionaries reported, the church rejoiced. • 2 Timothy 1:16-18—Onesiphorus refreshed Paul’s spirit; we can do the same through letters, video calls, care packages. 7. Advocate and Inform • Acts 15:3-4—Paul and Barnabas described God’s work, strengthening believers. • Keep missions before the congregation through stories, updates, and testimonies. 8. Equip with Training and Resources • 2 Timothy 2:2—“Entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others also.” • Provide language tools, theological books, counseling, and ongoing education. Guarding the Gospel Message • Galatians 1:6-9—Any deviation from the true gospel is accursed. • Support organizations and individuals who proclaim Christ crucified and risen, not human philosophies. • Stay doctrinally vigilant: doctrine drives mission. Joining God’s Assignments Today Like Paul and Peter, modern workers carry specific trust-assignments from the Lord. By praying, giving, sending, going, welcoming, encouraging, advocating, and equipping, believers step into Galatians 2:7 living—partnering with God’s entrusted servants until every tribe hears and Christ is exalted worldwide. |
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