Please note, steps 3-5 don’t necessarily happen in that exact order. However, you will want to be generally aware of what stage you are at as you contact missionaries (Check out this guide before you do) and ask questions. If you in the exploration phase, be sure to check out our list of survey trip […]
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Am I called to Japan? Is this just a passing feekubg or something God is orchestrating? Many people find themselves unsure about what to do next to make sure they are heading in the right direction. Here’s what we often see as people move through the stages of missionary interest and exploration. Sometimes, people contact
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Check out our seminar on missionary finances here -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1bIfEGBj-O8 In this video, we explore the ways apologetics can be both helpful and harmful, particularly in the context of evangelism in Japan. Our social media outreach is primarily aimed at American Christians to raise awareness about Japan’s unique spiritual climate. However, because of how online
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Check out our seminar on missionary finances here -> https://youtube.com/live/1bIfEGBj-O8 In this video, we talk about two primary ways to fund missionary work in Japan: working a regular job (often called “tentmaking”) or raising outside support to serve in a full-time capacity. We explain how tentmaking allows individuals to establish immediate workplace connections but limits
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Check out our seminar on missionary finances here -> https://www.youtube.com/live/PuwJ7JlO7sc In this video, we talk about two primary ways to fund missionary work in Japan: working a regular job (often called “tentmaking”) or raising outside support to serve in a full-time capacity. We explain how tentmaking allows individuals to establish immediate workplace connections but limits
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Moving to a new country can be a daunting experience. There is a lot of planning and praying that goes into it. Since many people visit Japan on their own before diving headfirst into ministry, we have put together a list of questions you can ask missionaries to better understand their area and perspectives. We
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You can view the full video here -> https://youtube.com/live/wxmU82vbYUY Here’s an even more comprehensive version of the introduction: In this video, we explore the profound and often misunderstood concept of being called as a missionary. Many people wrestle with the idea of calling, wondering if it’s something exclusive to a few highly spiritual individuals or
You can see the full seminar here -> https://youtube.com/live/KI-w66Nf25o In this video, we will talk about the complex and fascinating landscape of Japanese religion, focusing on both traditional beliefs and the emergence of new religious movements. We’ll explore the foundational influence of Shinto and Buddhism, which have shaped Japan’s spiritual and cultural identity for centuries.
One issue that most long-term missionaries will have to face is the challenge of learning Japanese. While singles and newlywed couples may not find it quite as difficult to go to school and spend large amount of time with others outside of the home, those who have children may find it difficult for wives to
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You can view the full seminar here -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsB7lNqn3LI In this video, we will discuss Japanese culture, focusing on how it evolves over time and what this means for ministry efforts. We’ll explore the misconceptions that Japanese culture is static or uniform and examine how generational shifts, economic changes, and educational reforms influence people’s values,
