Mission Sunday
Teachers
Lesson Summary
The class began with a warm introduction of missionary Jim Corner, recounting his shift from business owner to full‑time evangelist after attending Sunset School of Preaching. The speaker highlighted Jim’s extensive service in Ghana and Cameroon, noting that he was preparing for his 100th trip to Africa and had spent the equivalent of six and a half years in the field. The narrative then moved to the theological focus: why mission work is essential to God’s plan, using the prophet Jonah as a case study. The teacher emphasized Jonah’s attempt to flee God (Jonah 1:4) and his eventual obedience, drawing a parallel to modern believers who might resist the call to share the gospel. Through anecdotes, humor, and personal testimonies, the class argued that running from God is futile and that mission work—both local and overseas—is a direct response to the Great Commission. The message concluded by urging the congregation to pray for ongoing mission endeavors and for a sick member of the church, reinforcing the community’s role in supporting global evangelism.
Key Scriptures
But Jonah arose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord.
Then the Lord spoke to the fish, and it spat out Jonah onto the dry land.
Out of the belly of the fish I cried, 'For Your mercy is great; with Your truths You answer me.'