Send us a textTheme Scripture:Mark 16:15 – “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation.” Key Themes & Takeaways1. The Call to MissionsVanessa shared how God turned her initial hesitation into a decade-long missions journey.Jaquon fulfilled a prophetic word over his life and said yes after confirmation from a team leader.Teondra was drawn in through relationship and obedience after missing a missions interest session.2. First-Time vs. Returning ExperienceJaquon (first time): Life-changing, especially as a father—gained a broader view of what faith looks like globally.Vanessa & Teondra: Every trip reveals deeper needs—spiritual, emotional, physical (health care, mental health, family trauma).Realization: Missions applies to daily life, not just international travel.3. Conviction & TransformationAll guests felt convicted and transformed—missions helped them reflect on their own lives and what more they could do locally.Teondra realized missions is a lifestyle.Jaquon learned that rest is part of serving; he initially struggled with feeling he wasn’t doing enough post-trip.4. Spiritual Warfare & PreparationBattles included sickness, anxiety, financial strain, and inner doubts.Team focused on spiritual readiness—Ephesians 6:10–11 (armor of God) was key.Importance of honesty, prayer, and spiritual unity before going.5. Missions on the GroundOutreach: Food distribution, hospital visits, school ministry, youth detention center, prison ministry.Despite language barriers, they led with love and presence.Shared moments: Dancing with kids, worshiping with women in prison, freestyle rapping the gospel.6. God MomentsPrison Worship: Inmates worshiped and ministered to the team.Youth Ministry: Conversations sparked by past missionary visits.Joy flowed through shared laughter, music, play, and spontaneous moments of prayer and healing.7. The Ongoing MissionMissions is not a “trip,” but a mindset.The team became family through shared experience and sacrifice.God continues working even after they return.Scriptures SharedMark 16:15 – Global commission to share the gospel.Isaiah 6:8 – “Here I am. Send me.”Ephesians 6:10–11 – Spiritual armor for battle.Matthew 9:37 – “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few.”James 2:17 – “Faith without works is dead.”Psalm 96:3 – “Declare his glory among the nations.” Reflection QuestionsWhat is stopping me from saying “yes” to missions—fear, finances, comfort?Where in my daily life can I live missionally?Am I spiritually prepared to serve wherever God sends me?How can I support others in going—prayer, finances, encouragement?

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