LOVE Resources
In the Great Commission, Jesus commands us to disciple the nations. He does command us to "Go," but the going is in service of the discipling. This is crucial, because it helps us see that the work of the local church is missions, it is the discipling Jesus commanded. One implication of this is that the bulk of the Christian's giving should go to the local church where they attend or are a member. To help take the guesswork out of stewardship, Redeemer Presbyterian Church of New York City prepared this groovy interactive chart:
The simplest, clearest, and most natural way we show love for our neighbors, and for the entire world God has made, is to pray for them. Here is a wonderful site that will help you pray for the progress of the gospel, country by country. Use it!
OK, you're giving to the Great Commission work in your local congregation. You're also praying for the evangelization of the nations. Why not take the next step? There are people all over the world, near and far, in every conceivable situation, who need your gifts and witness to the love of Jesus Christ. Not only that, but your Christian life will be transformed through serving and fellowshipping with believers in places and situations different from your own. Click here to see how in anywhere from 1 week to 2 years you can serve your Savior in: