A.B. Simpson (founder of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Church) says (of CMA missions):
"We want men and women who can live simply, endure hardship, deny themselves, put up with every discomfort; who do not want things 'just so' for their wardrobe; who are willing to go to the nations just as they are getting on at home, if necessary; who do not need two or three trunks and a great amount of baggage; who can travel with a knapsack like a solider and sleep in their boots and will not grumble about it either, but enjoy it for Christ's sake; who have got over the romance and novelty of travel and are going to the nations for one thing only, and that is to win souls for Christ, to please HIm and hasten His coming!"
Lord, as You "carry [this good work] on toward completion" in me, may this be an accurate description of my life.
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Thanks for sharing that quote. That is an incredible statement to make... I haven't really seen much of that kind of honesty from the world of missions agencies. It is nice that the founder himself would dispel all myths and misconceptions of glorious travel, adventure, and smashing success. Indeed, he is offering "a chance to die" to oneself (thank you Amy Carmicheal).
I had some down time at work today so I thought I would investigate your blog a little bit more. Came across this quote and was inspired.
I also liked your scripture reference at the end. Philippians 1:6 that's one of my life long favorite scriptures.
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