Foundations for Christian Mission, Mentor's Guide, MG04

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F O U N D A T I O N S F O R C H R I S T I A N M I S S I O N

Wherefore, although it is true that while we are listless or insensible to our wretchedness, he wakes and watches for us and sometimes even assists us unasked; it is very much for our interest to be constantly supplicating him ; first, that our heart may always be inflamed with a serious and ardent desire of seeking, loving and serving him, while we accustom ourselves to have recourse to him as a sacred anchor in every necessity; secondly, that no desires, no longing whatever, of which we are ashamed to make him the witness, may enter our minds, while we learn to place all our wishes in his sight, and thus pour out our heart before him; and, lastly, that we may be prepared to receive all his benefits with true gratitude and thanksgiving, while our prayers remind us that they proceed from his hand. ~ John Calvin. Institutes of the Christian Religion . Trans. of Institutio Christianae Religionis . Reprint, with new introd. Originally published: Edinburgh: Calvin Translation Society, 1845-1846. (III, xx, 3). (electronic ed.). Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 1997.

Lift your heart up to God, and pray for yourself and your fellow students, and ask God to lead you into a deeper, clearer understanding of his will and word on mission, the city, and your calling to both.

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Hebrews 11.13-16

Scripture Memory

To prepare for class, please visit www.tumi.org/books to find next week’s reading assignment, or ask your mentor.

Reading Assignment

As usual you ought to come with your reading assignment sheet containing your summary of the reading material for the week. Also, you must have selected the text for your exegetical project, and turn in your proposal for your ministry project.

Other Assignments

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