It is striking that the 1902 Simultaneous Mission’s international evangelists were more dogmatic about extra-biblical moral issues such as theatre-going, cards, alcohol and dancing, than they were about denominational theological distinctives.
With a higher representation of women in church compared to men, it is essential for women to actively extend invitations to other women, so we tailor events that specifically cater to their needs and interests, connecting them to Christ and each other.
Helen Bell shares how she’s working on having more conversations about Jesus, and how we might be more pro-active and better prepared for these moments.
Over 117,000 participated in prayer meetings in the six weeks prior to the Mission, over 250,000 attended the Mission events themselves and 8,624 made a profession of faith.
Our Lord Jesus is grieved when he sees Muslims exerting all their energy to achieve forgiveness through their own labours. He does not roll his eyes in annoyance. He looks at rich young rulers and his heart is moved with love.
