This Information was sent out in an e-mail from Pastor Dan Botterbrodt at Good News Baptist Church in Plymouth, IN (www.teachingallnations.org). I hope it will be a blessing to you as it was to me.
1. Walk with God and spiritual growth
2. Filling and fruit of the Holy Spirit
3. Hedge of protection – spiritually, emotionally, physically, legally, doctrinally, morally, financially
4. Marriage remain strong
5. Children’s protection, education, spiritual growth
6. Adapt to climate and culture – discern Biblical and cultural issues
7. Health – protection from diseases and adequate medical care
8. Safety – dangers, opposition, persecution
9. Victory over loneliness, discouragement, and depression
10. Financial provision for their family and ministry
11. Ability to learn the language and communicate effectively
12. Translation of the Bible and training materials
13. Teaching and preaching of God’s Word (preparation and application of truth)
14. Soul winning and discipleship
15. Boldness and open doors (Ephesians 6:18-20)
16. Laborers (Matthew 9:37-38 )
17. Relationship with other missionaries and nationals
18. Relationship with their sending church, supporting churches, and mission agency
19. Political stability of the government
20. Expanded outreach to other cities, villages, and tribes
21. Financial provision for land and buildings
22. Multiply ministry through the training of nationals; churches established
23. Bless them indeed! Enlarge their coast! (I Chronicles 4:10)
