Introduction to Missions

The course is in three major sections: the first looks at what the Bible teaches about God’s desire to bring all men to Himself as revealed in both the Old and New Testament Scriptures and then sets forth seven great reasons for being involved in missions. The second traces the history of the missionary from the first century to the present, noting the highlights and important personalities that have impacted it most. The final section examines a variety of strategies for evangelism and church planting that are currently producing dramatic results in difficult settings. Each section encompasses one STEP and requires external research and a report. (Dr. Bill Shade)