The Role of the Sending Org Vs. The Church w/ Ryan Robertson
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In this episode of 'Amazon to the Himalayas,' host Paul Akin, Provost and Professor of Missions at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, is joined by Ryan Robertson, president of Reaching and Teaching International Ministries.
- Together, they dive into the complexities of the relationship between sending churches and mission organizations. They discuss the roles, responsibilities, and authority of each entity in the mission sending process, drawing experiences and historical context to illustrate their points. Key topics covered include the ideal cooperation between churches and agencies, the preparation and care of missionaries, and resolving authority issues on the mission field. They also address practical advice for future missionaries about working with their churches and mission organizations to fulfill the Great Commission.
00:00 Introduction to the Mission
00:27 The Role of the Local Church and Sending Organization
01:54 Guest Introduction: Ryan Robertson
06:44 Historical Context of Mission Agencies
09:02 Challenges and Authority in Mission Sending
11:45 Optimizing Church and Agency Collaboration
25:57 Practical Advice for Future Missionaries
28:37 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Doctorate of Missiology at Southern Seminary
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