Biblical Mandate for Missions—for all or only the called?

Biblical Mandate for Missions - for all or only the called? Is there a unique call to cross-cultural missions, or simply a general command to all believers to go and make disciples? Hear from Jesse, Jenn, and Alessandro whom are all current cross-cultural missionaries sharing their own mission calling and commenting/discussing about the concerns that some have suggested in regards to defining and differentiating a missionary’s calling. Summary In this episode, the hosts discuss the sense of call to cross-cultural missions. They share their personal experiences and how they discerned their callings. The conversation covers topics such as the Great Commission, different types of calls, and involving spouses in the call. The hosts also reflect on the importance of confirmation and discernment in the process. In this episode, The hosts discuss the importance of a sense of call in missionary work. They explore how the sense of call is connected to sustainability and longevity on the field. They also discuss the idea of feeling at home in a different place and the concept of being called to missions. The conversation delves into the question of whether we are all called to be missionaries and the role of timing in discerning a call. They conclude with practical tips for discerning a call and emphasize the journey of faith in following God's leading. Takeaways Confirmation and discernment are important in the process of understanding and responding to the call. Involving spouses in the call is essential, as both partners need to be on the same page and discern together. The hosts emphasize the need to listen to God's leading and be open to where He is calling them. A sense of call is connected to sustainability and longevity in missionary work. Feeling at home in a different place is a common experience for missionaries. We are all called to make disciples, but some are called to do so cross-culturally. Discerning a call requires humility, community, and an ongoing relationship with God. Following a call is a journey of faith. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 03:09 First Impressions of America 05:58 The Great Commission 06:35 Understanding the Call 09:11 Different Experiences of the Call 12:18 Confirmation and Discernment 15:11 Call to a Specific Place 19:09 The Connection Between Call and Sustainability 23:05 The Importance of a Call to Missions 25:29 Feeling at Home in a Different Place 29:06 Are We All Just Missionaries? 32:14 The Timing of the Call 33:39 Practical Tips for Discerning a Call 40:57 The Journey of Faith