The Mind of a Missionary: What Global Kingdom Workers Tell Us About Thriving on Mission Today

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The Mind of a Missionary: What Global Kingdom Workers Tell Us About Thriving on Mission Today

David Joannes

within reach global, Prescott, AZ, 2018, 312 pages

Summary

In this book David Joannes challenges the reader to find his/her role in God’s Kingdom narrative. He draws upon history, psychology, life experience, and powerful storytelling to reshape perceptions of God’s unique plan for one’s life. Joannes touches on the motivations, expectations, risks, and rewards in the missionary venture. In each chapter, a missionary “guide” shows 


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