Church Quote by Oswald J. Smith
“The mission of the church is missions.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel of the Kingdom, 1931
The church exists primarily to spread its message through missions.
In simple terms: Church's main purpose is mission work.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize outreach and service.
Themes
mission
church purpose
evangelism
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
theological
missionary
When to use this quote
- church planting
- global evangelism
- local outreach
- faith education
Key Concepts
theology
missiology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches balance mission and congregational care?
- What defines effective mission work?
A Different Perspective
Mission focus can neglect internal spiritual health.
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