Chapter 3 of Telford's book introduces us to an African-American church in Philadelphia that is winning on the mission field. Unfortunately, there is a racist history in many mission organizations that prevented many African-Americans becoming missionaries. As a result, the African-American church does not have a very rich heritage in international missions. However, Christian Stronghold Baptist Church is an exception and is a model to all churches.
Of all the things that we can learn from this church, a principle that stands out to me is that they believe that "Its a must that the church do missions education". They have an intentional strategy for educating their people towards mission through classes and conferences. I am sure this has played a key role in building excitement among their folks about what God is doing around the world. I have a hunch God has used these educational opportunities to call many people to the mission field.
I hope that down the road Fellowship will be known as a church that does a really good job educating our people about missional theology and the need for missions around the world!
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