Missions Then and Now

Missions has changed a lot over the years, but the heart of it remains the same - saying yes to God no matter the cost. In this episode, I talk about how missionaries in the past faced extreme challenges, from long and uncertain travel to waiting months for letters or financial support. Today, we have amazing tools like WhatsApp, social media, and online banking that make mission work easier, but challenges still exist. Whether you're just curious about missions, supporting missionaries, or serving on the field, I hope this episode encourages you. Scripture References: Luke 9:23 – "Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me." Matthew 28:19 – "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit." 1 Corinthians 9:22 – "I have become all things to all people that by all possible means I might save some." Philippians 4:19 – "And my God will meet all your needs according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." Key Quotes from This Episode: "Missions has always been about following God, no matter the cost." "Missionaries in the past faced long journeys and complete isolation, relying fully on God’s provision." "Social media isn’t just about posting—it’s about building relationships and inviting people to walk the journey with you." "The mission hasn’t changed, but the tools we have today make it possible to reach more people in new ways." Tools Mentioned: WhatsApp – Stay connected with family and ministry partners. Western Union / WorldRemit – Helps with sending and receiving funds. Canva – Great for creating social media posts, newsletters, and ministry graphics. Excel – A helpful tool for organizing finances, reports, and budgets. Epistle.com – A private social platform for keeping ministry partners updated. Missionaries Mentioned: Hudson Taylor – Trusted God completely and immersed himself in Chinese culture. Amy Carmichael – Served in India for 55 years without a furlough. Jim Elliot – Sacrificed his life to bring the gospel to the people of Ecuador. William Carey – Known as the father of modern missions. I've Been Thinking About: How Paul would have used social media if he had it. How modern technology is helping missionaries stay connected while still facing challenges. 👉 Learn more about the Go Missionary Network:www.gomissionarynetwork.org Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share! See you in the next episode! 🎙️✨   Email: [email protected]    Missionary Essentials: www.missionaryessentials.com   Social Media:  Angie Wheeler Sibia TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@angiemoz Instagram: www.instagram.com/angiewheelersibia YouTube: www.youtube.com/@AngieSibia X (Twitter): www.x.com/SibiaAngie Facebook: www.facebook.com/AngieWheelerSibia  Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/asibia67