They live in modest, comfortable apartments and houses. My education isn't going to be wasted, Dad. We live in a complex world. Mom, I know it sounds crazy to say I'm trusting God for all the money it takes to live and work overseas, but here's how it works. There are churches and people all over North America who want to have a part in missions.
Most evangelical churches sponsor a number of missionaries.
I'm volunteering to do a task they want to have done. I explain to them the kind of work, place and people that God is leading me to. If they want to see that done, they agree to take a portion of my financial need. The mission organizations know what it costs to live in another country, and they provide insurance, medical programs and pensions. This is all a very well thought out program.