HIVAIDS in Zimbabwe

AIDS in Africa: Zimbabwe

Missionary doctor David Grubbs recounts AIDS’ early spread in Zimbabwe and how churches and mission hospitals shifted from denial and judgment to compassionate, home-based care—and gospel hope for suffering families.

medical missionary in Cambodia

Interview with Doug Collins

Dr. Doug Collins shares how God shaped his calling to medical missions and led his family to Cambodia. In this interview, he describes health needs, gospel witness, and the realities of serving among least-reached communities.

lobby test

The Lobby Test

Vince Antonucci’s “lobby test” reveals whether churches are reaching people who have never attended church before. His challenge invites congregations to see themselves through outsiders’ eyes and pursue Jesus’ mission to seek and save the lost.

street preacher

The Street Preacher

A Seattle street preacher overturns one man’s assumptions about public faith. Reflecting on prophets and Jesus’ public proclamation, the author urges Christians to defend the freedom to speak with both passion and compassion.

Business As Mission

Called to Business

Business As Mission (BAM) is a holistic approach that combines gospel witness with job creation and community development. Learn what BAM is, what it isn’t, and how business leaders can serve both overseas and at home.

cross-cultural ministry

Reaching Immigrants

Revelation pictures heaven as a multitude from every nation and language. Ken Gosnell offers practical “ACROSS” steps for churches to reach immigrants with acceptance, strategy, and culturally sensitive evangelism.

Indianapolis missions

Missions at the Crossroads

Indianapolis has helped shape missions in the Restoration Movement—from the College of Missions (1910) to modern mission agencies and church-led efforts. Academy, agency, and assembly continue to advance the missionary task.

Hemant Mehta church critique

It’s About Easter

An atheist sells “the chance to save his soul” and attends church to critique it publicly. Mark A. Taylor argues Christianity can’t be judged into belief—Easter points to Jesus himself as the center of faith.

missionary support

The Making of a Missionary

How should churches evaluate missionary candidates seeking support? Dale Meade challenges common assumptions and urges clear missions goals, meaningful commitment, and strong training standards for effective gospel work.

reaching out to Muslims

What About Islam?

A concise introduction to Islam’s origins, beliefs, and practices, plus key differences with Christianity—and practical guidance for reaching Muslim neighbors through prayer, respect, friendship, and gospel-centered conversations.

The Way I See It

God Talk at Starbucks

Rick Warren’s words will appear on Starbucks coffee cups next year as part of “The Way I See It.” Is it compromise or influence? The article argues it may help brew discussion about God in public spaces.

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