Posts Tagged ‘discipleship’
Discipling Austrian Youth Through Songwriting
Worship services vary widely depending on culture, denomination, and preference. Despite commonalities, everything from the length of the sermon to the style of prayer differs between congregations. As a musician, my attention tends to shift to the musical part of worship. Is there a band? If so, what is the arrangement? What genres of music…
Read MoreBridging Cultures: A Story of Discipleship in France
“You’ve changed,” said Mary-Vonn’s friends to her with concerned expressions. “What’s wrong with you?” When the slender sixty-year-old woman with dyed hair explained to them that she had finally put her faith in Jesus and become a true believer, the news didn’t go over well. “Aren’t we Catholics, after all?” They objected, clearly offended. “What…
Read MoreHow Ilse Met Jesus and Introduced Him to Others
There was no hole prepared and nothing to bury, but they stood together under the shade of a large tree as Jim began to lead the impromptu service. “If Ilse were here,” he said, “she would tell you about how she met Jesus.”
Read MoreSharing the Gospel at the Corrie ten Boom House
Nestled in the city of Haarlem, Netherlands, is a historic house with an impactful story. At its front entrance, quality watches were once sold and fixed for the public, while the remainder of the home was occupied by the shop’s owners: the Ten Boom family. Though this home and business would appear unassuming, it…
Read MoreBreaking Bread Together: A Dinner Ministry in Germany
Megan felt inspired. She’d spent a wonderful week at a Christian community and study centre, sitting around the dinner table, talking about life’s big questions with the other guests. Those conversations over delicious food had encouraged her as she pondered the next phase of her ministry with Greater Europe Mission. Her fellow diners’ words had…
Read MoreFrom Uncertainty to Belief: Jan’s Story
Jan seemed to enjoy the weekly dinners around Jay and Nancy Matsingers’ table as they led a small gathering through an Alpha Course. Together with the others in the group, the blond-haired, diminutive young professional expressed curiosity about the gospel and the Bible’s teachings. He was quiet, but that didn’t keep him from participating in the conversation and asking lots of questions.
Read MoreServing the Vulnerable in Paris
While French authorities are aware and working toward helping mitigate human trafficking and sex work throughout the city, Greater Europe Mission worker Noemi P. Aguirre is taking a different approach. However, Aguirre’s history with the ministry begins far before the upcoming Olympic Games.
Read MoreEncouraging Believers in France Through Camp Ministry
How do Christian organisations like Greater Europe Mission, which are committed to spreading the Gospel and making disciples in Europe, support local believers?
Read MoreReaching the Nations through Ministry in Europe
Could they even do this? If so, they wondered, then where? With whom would they partner? Would they be on their own, or would God lead them to like-minded co-workers?
Read MoreWhat Is Discipleship Multiplication In GEM?
Europe is teeming with opportunity. Stories of God working through his people are many, yet they still only scratch the surface of the great need. In fact, European Christians are dying faster than they are being born.1 Although many nations in Europe have a Christian background, the number of Jesus followers is declining at a rapid…
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