Cup of Cold Water Ministries
Stories from the field
A Collection of Stories From The Heart Of A Missionary
AUTHOR Katie Schupp "I thought a mission board was simply a place to handle donations for missionaries on US soil, as well as being the “boss”. I began my internship with Cup of Cold Water Ministries at the beginning of June. Prior to my first day of work, my perspective and knowledge on mission boards was shallow. I thought a mission board was simply a place to handle donations for missionaries on US soil, as well as being the “boss”. My perspective was totally shattered and started to be rebuilt on the very first day. I was made aware of the depth and importance of having a strong, upright, Godly mission board behind global missionaries. There are 3 things that I have learned about missions from interning at a mission board: 1. THE IMPORTANCE OF AN AT HOME SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR THE MISSIONARY. Missionaries have some of the most emotionally and physically taxing life callings. Because they are serving outside of the comfort of their home, they need an at-home support system. A group of devoted men and women to keep them inspired, encouraged, accountable, and lifted in prayer. Many of my work days at Cup of Cold Water Ministries are started by praying for the missionaries and individuals impacted through them. We pray for their personal requests, their struggles, and the struggles of those they minister to. We celebrate their victories and the wins for the kingdom of God and praise the Lord on their behalf. 2. GOD IS GOD REGARDLESS OF THE CONTEXT This may seem simple and obvious, however when I took a step back and looked at God in the context of my life, God in the context of the life of a Bolivian street child, in the life of an incarcerated man, in the life of an orphan, God reminded me of an important truth. God is good, God is sovereign, He is faithful and gracious and he is crazy love. He sees each person in light of their context and struggles. He does not consider our social status, country, culture, gender, age or occupation when showering us with his mercies. God is a god of culture and versatility and He is alive and moving in a world that may not see that. 3. MISSIONS IS TEAM WORK In the world of missions, there are goers and senders. Believers who have been called to leave their homes and GO, and the believers who do not have the call to go, but rather be the sender. Both are equally important and rely on one another for this mission to be successful. That connect is crucial to making this team function and most effectively impact the kingdom of God. As I wrap up my internship with CCWM, and prepare to pursue a career of missions, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity. The information and knowledge I have learned throughout the summer, I will carry with me throughout my life. Go, send or disobey. ~ John Piper
1 Comment
Sue Paxton
8/2/2019 05:57:39 am
Katie, I am inspired by your account of your internship with Cup. As a missionary myself of almost thirty years, the love and support that Cup gives to its many individuals and families who are scattered across the world gives me hope. God be with you as you step out into the next part of His plan for your life. Thank you for your part in this amazing work and ministry.
Reply
Leave a Reply. |
Stories From The Past
November 2019
Who Writes The Stories?
Our stories are authored by a collection of missionaries who have served and learned both at home and abroad Categories
All
|