50+ Gift Ideas and Resources That Teach Missions
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When most of my friends were gathered around the TV after dinner, we gathered in the living room – each with a quiet toy – eagerly anticipating the adventure that awaited us!
Would it be Jonathan and Rosalind Goforth fleeing across China during the during the Boxer Rebellion? George Mueller seeing miracle after miracle in his orphanage?
Gladys Alyward riding the Trans-Siberian Railroad and overcoming every obstacle thrown at her? Perhaps it was the man who carried the gospel on foot over all of Ex-Yugoslavia? Or Praying Hyde who prayed so hard for the unsaved people of India that his heart literally moved to the other side of his chest?
While our friends had fake cartoon heroes or worshiped secular artists and actors, we had heroes of the faith who molded our dreams and aspirations to do more than seek fame and fortune, or to simply have a “good life”.
For us there was always more.
It is impossible to escape the continual barrage of what this or that actor, performer, or celebrity has done lately (and 99% of the time it is illegal, immoral, or uncouth) – and you can literally hear the collective gasp of parents everywhere as they vow to never again let their child watch, listen or follow that person.
My question is: should we let them in the first place? Why not surround them with true heroes who have or are laying up real treasure in heaven, who have a call of God to fulfill the Great Commission and display true godly character, faith and virtue!
50+ Gift Ideas and Resources That Teach Missions
Today I would like to share with you some wonderful gift ideas and resources I have found that teach kids about missions, as well as resources for current and aspiring missionaries and for those who pray or financially support world missions.
Books:
Of Whom the World Was Not Worthy A biographical novel of a man who carried the gospel all over the former Yugoslavia. This book had an enormous impact on our lives – long before anyone dreamed my sister and I would end up living here!
The Little Woman The biography of Gladys Aylward, missionary to China. This book is filled with adventure and drama!
Heroes of the Faith Series– this is a series of books that highlights heroes then and now, such men and women as: Adoniram Judson, Amy Carmichael, Corrie ten Boom, David Livingstone, Jim Elliot, Jonathan Goforth and more.
Praying Hyde – the story of John Hyde, missionary to India
A Chance to Die: The Life and Legacy of Amy Charmichael – Written by Elizabeth Elliot
Through Gates of Splendor -The story of five American missionaries who were murdered by the Auca Indians
The Missional Handbook – This is a book I wrote over the span of a decade about my observations on the mission field.
Of Whom the World Was Not WorthyOperation World: The Definitive Prayer Guide to Every Nation (Operation World Set)
Gladys Aylward: The Little Woman
Christian Heroes Books 1-5 Gift Set (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
Christian Heroes Books 6-10 Gift Set (Christian Heroes: Then & Now) (Displays and Gift Sets)
Christian Heroes Books 11-15 Gift Set (Christian Heroes: Then & Now)
Praying Hyde, Apostle of Prayer: The Life Story of John Hyde
A Chance to Die: The Life and Legacy of Amy Carmichael
Through Gates of Splendor
Movies:
Chariots of Fire – The story of Eric Liddel, missionary to China
Inn of the Sixth Happiness – The story of Gladys Aylward, missionary to China
Candle in the Dark -The story of William Carey – Missionary to India
God’s Outlaw – the Story of William Tyndale
Robber of the Cruel Streets – The Prayerful Life of George Mueller
Amy Carmichael – Mother to the Motherless
Corrie Ten Boom – A Faith Undefeated
Wesley – A Heart Transformed Can Change the World
Chariots Of FireThe Inn Of The Sixth Happiness
Torchlighters: The Amy Carmichael Story
Dr. David Livingstone: Missionary Explorer to Africa
Candle in the Dark
God’s Outlaw: The Story of William Tyndale
Robber of the Cruel Streets: The Prayerful Life of George Muller
Amy Carmichael: Mother to the Motherless
Bonhoeffer Agent of Grace
Corrie ten Boom: A Faith Undefeated
The Hiding Place
Wesley: A Heart Transformed Can Change the World
The Jesus Film
Blogs:
Missions News:
Mission – Outreach Organizations:
Bibles and Christian Materials:
World Christian Missionary Resources
No Frontiers
Other Media:
Obviously, this is not an extensive list by any means. If you have other resources to share, do not hesitate to leave a comment below! I pray that as we raise a greater awareness of domestic and world missions that our hearts will burn ever hotter with the message of the gospel!
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Thank you so so much for taking the time to encourage us and get us thinking outside of habits we have. I’m really encouraged, and will definitely be looking into the resources and information you have shared.
You’re welcome! I’m so glad this has been an encouragement for you!
Good morning Rosiland!!! I’m very excited to see your list of resources…it allowed me to open up my tunnel vision to see such need that is out there to help spread God’s Word. I have had the privilege to volunteer a 4 hour shift at a Samaritans Purse distribution facility….it was an absolutely thrill for my heart….very humbling to see the gift boxes in vast supply and know that its still not reaching every needy child. I would recommend volunteering for this mission if you ever get the opportunity!! You will not come home the same!! I am awaiting to see if I will be blessed enough to go back this year!! Have a blessed day and thank you for putting Godly info out there!!
Oh I am so glad you mentioned Samaritan’s Purse! I helped deliver shoe boxes both here in Croatia and Bosnia. Like you said, it was life-changing! I can’t wait to share a few posts about OCC in a couple of months.
I saw so many familiar names here! 🙂 <3 Eric Liddell, Gladys Aylward, and tons of mission outreach organizations that we love to stay connected with and support. Thank you for this! It makes me really grateful that my parents did give us such a wonderful appreciation for missions.
We sure have a great foundation and heritage, don’t we?