Out of their individual conclusions, each group needed to find common understandings to present to the class in a 15-minute oral summary. Finally, each of the 10 groups wrote a 600-word response to their question for publication in the MBM Mission Insight series. The student reflections found in these pages will help her to do just that. Social action without evangelism de-emphasizes the inward transformation available through Jesus. Another question addressed how far away one needs to go to be a missionary.
People can be effective missionaries in any location through sharing their actions and attitudes.
Goshen College's Bible, religion and philosophy department lauded the students' careful explorations of the questions. Many of our students consider their education as preparation for missionary service. I am pleased that the booklet allows their light to shine. We always hope for this sort of engagement, a weaving together of biblical and theological insights with the practical issues a new generation of students brings to the table. I feel our generation has done a lot of soul searching to own their faith and that we will be prepared to help lead these souls in the right direction.