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poverty

The Heroes I Know Don’t Have Names Or Faces (Ministry Among Lepers)

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The heroes I know don’t have names or faces. You may never hear their stories. They are unassuming misfits and ragamuffins whom the world has overlooked. They fade into the background of mainstream Christian media and priorities. They are nobodies. They are unassuming misfits and ragamuffins whom the world has overlooked. Click To Tweet But…

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100 Million “Left-Behind” Children in China

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China’s urban migration plan comes at a cost.  We have been traveling to villages in rural Southwest China for over a decade. But today the population has shifted dramatically. The middle-aged demographic is no longer seen in the countrysides. Children are left behind as their parents seek new jobs in the city. Please pray for our…

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2015 Year In Review

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We saw amazing things happen at Within Reach Global in 2015! 3 countries 6 outreach centers 13 local missionaries from 7 different people groups 10 foreign missionaries 9 church plants 10 tons of clothing given to the poor 150 led through our discipleship course 3-5 English Corners per week 120 students reached through Camps 135…

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Why Your Church Should Support Fewer Missionaries

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I recently read this article after a friend pointed it out to me. It is well written and balanced, evoking again the basis of how I believe cross cultural missions is to be tackled by the Church and missionaries in partnership.  I agree 100% with the article, the only exception being a larger church with bigger…

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3 Reasons Why Cross Cultural Missionaries Struggle To Be Home For The Holidays

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It’s happening right now, in real time, live, in the hearts of international cross cultural missionaries all over the world who are visiting home for the holidays. They themselves struggle to articulate the unique array of emotions bombarding their spirits. They feel bad for thinking the things they do. They question the validity of their…

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We Will Not Forget The Poorest Of The Poor In This Community

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The core of the gospel is life on life. It’s a sharing of the glory of God to every human being. The core of the gospel is life on life. It’s a sharing of the glory of God to every human. Click To Tweet The problem? There are millions who have yet to hear of…

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These Poor Precious People Are Receiving Free Medical Care In China

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Our local Chinese missionaries are incredible! They have recently found a way to provide free medical care for these poor precious people. They live near The Edge outreach center. They are the least of these. They are not beautiful. But God has a special way of bringing beauty up from the ashes.  God has a…

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It Might Sound Crass But Money And Manpower Are Mandatory For Missions

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Money and Manpower: not to be crass, but this is what will be needed to see the Great Commission completed.   Yes, there are other things—like “God-sized vision” and “faith that moves mountains” and “willingness to die” and all sorts of such things. But in the end, these things lead down a path that can…

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3 Reasons Why I Choose To Live A Risky Missionary Life

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I’ve heard it too many times: “Why go to [country]? The government doesn’t like you there. You could be arrested. You could be questioned.” I’ve heard that OR “Why not just teach English there? You’d still be in the country and make a difference. Why do you have to go to the ‘dangerous’ places? Be careful not…

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10 Ways To Avoid Becoming A Missionary

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A tongue-in-cheek look at some sure-fire ways to avoid becoming a missionary. A tongue-in-cheek look at some sure-fire ways to avoid becoming a missionary. Click To Tweet   1. Ignore Jesus’ request in John 4:35 that we take a long hard look at the fields. Seeing the needs of people can be depressing and very unsettling.…

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