As believers in Christ we are typically thankful for what Christ did on the cross for us. We really do not have the ability to fully understand all that he went through during the passion event. However, with Thanksgiving right around the corner this week I thought I would share like so many other what I am thankful for as a missionary. Of course this list is not in order and I have condensed it down due to the number of these people will read this week.

As a missionary I am thankful for technology that makes it easier to be away from family and friends. We can still see and interact with one another on a regular basis and the cost is relatively small. I am thankful that we can turn around and use some of this same technology to encourage others to share the gospel from America to the nations.

I am also thankful for supportive family. If you know a missionary that has any relative that says something along the lines of, “Are you done with that yet?” or “Well don’t you think its about time for you to come home” Statements like those cause missionaries to pull away from family members. Don’t get me wrong my family would love to have us back in the states. Like I have said before, its not easy. But they want us to be Obedient first.

I am also thankful for coworkers. Other missionaries that partner together to be family in times of need. I cannot remember the number of times that we have called on a coworker for help just like we would a family member close by in the states. I am also thankful for church partners that send out missionaries to the harvest. I am thankful for their partnership, purpose, and passion in fulfilling the great commission.

May the Lord give you peace and comfort this Thanksgiving.

Tags: Missionary, Churches