This week we welcome Sharrise (middle) and Matthew (right) to their One Year Challenge site. More and more brothers and sisters are hearing God's call to go into all nations to proclaim the gospel message. Please be praying for Sharrise and Matthew as they begin their One Year Challenge!
What's the point of going someplace for a OYC? Why leave the comforts of home?In this early episode the OYC Guys tackle a big question. Exactly where is the frontline of missions? They explain that while we need to share the gospel everywhere, the need for people is not equal everywhere. They also give some practical tips on what you can do to help with the cause of the Great Commission.
New Content on the One Year Challenge Blog:
Our Good News: Christus Victor Many people know that the word "Gospel" comes from the world εὐαγγέλιον which means "good news" or "good tidings". In our churches and in Christianity this word is often used, so much so that it has become a buzz word amongst our brothers and sisters. But, what exactly is that "good news" or "good tidings" that we are meant to bring to our neighbors?The Knowledge of the Glory and the Sea Habbakuk envisions the day that the knowledge of the glory of God will cover earth as the waters cover the sea. This day was spoken of in prophecy. Through the message of the Gospel, God makes this come to pass.
The Essentials of an Effective Church The essentials of an effective church are the unseen things. Karl Vaters reminds us that an effective church is more than just a fancy website and a pastor who's hip and wears skinny jeans.
Great Images: Circular Chronology of the Bible Check out this infographic of the chronology of the events in the Bible, in circular form!
What We're Reading Today From Life Together: "Because the Christian can no longer fancy that he is wise he will also have no high opinion of his own schemes and plans. He will know that it is good for his own will to be broken in the encounter with his neighbor. He will be ready to consider his neighbor's will more important and urgent than his own...Is it not better to serve our neighbor than to have our own way?" Each week we post a selection from a book disciples who are considering going on a One Year Challenge could read as part of their preparation.
Monday Music: Songs from OYC Sites Around the World This week's Monday Music comes from the UK. We have a great International OYC site in Scotland, as well as two other worthy sites in London and Birmingham.