Everything we do at FIM is for the purpose of proclaiming the gospel and making disciples around the world. Therefore, it is vitally important that our definition of the gospel is precise and biblically correct.
There have always been false gospels. Paul warned the church at Galatia in one of his earliest epistles, “I am astonished that you are so quickly deserting him who called you in the grace of Christ and are turning to a different gospel— not that there is another one, but there are some who trouble you and want to distort the gospel of Christ.” Galatians 1:6-7 (ESV). Some of today’s false gospels include the Prosperity Gospel, the Social Gospel, Universalism (God will save everyone), and good works, just to name a few.
How then do we properly define the gospel?
The gospel is the “good news”. It is the historical facts of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The Messianic prophecy declares “How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of him who brings good news, who publishes peace, who brings
This good news is the message about Jesus Christ. That message must accurately reflect all that the Bible teaches us about the person and work of Jesus Christ (Luke 24:27), his entrance into this world (1 Timothy 1:15), and his suffering, death and bodily resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:1-3). The gospel declares that everyone stands as a sinner before God (Romans 3:23), that Christ (the eternal Son of God) died for the sins of all men (2 Corinthians 5:15; 1 John 2:2) and arose bodily from the grave (1 Corinthians 15:3-4). At the very heart of the gospel is God’s promise that all who believe in Jesus (John 3:15-16) apart from any human good works (Romans 3:28), will be forgiven of their sin and considered righteous before God (Romans 4:22-25), adopted as his children (Ephesians 1:5) and guaranteed their complete redemption (Philippians 1:6). Without the gospel, people who do not hear and believe in Jesus Christ for their salvation will experience eternal, conscious separation from God in the Lake of Fire (Revelation 20:14-15).
God came to us (John 1:14) so that we could be saved from our sin (Matthew 1:21) and enjoy his unlimited blessings forever (1 Corinthians 2:9; James 2:5). What a joyous, liberating and hopeful truth! (Romans 11:33)
Those who have received this gospel are now entrusted with the responsibility to share it with others (2 Corinthians 5:18-21). The gospel is the very heart of missions.
What FIM Missionaries are Saying...
“I am very thankful for FIM and their willingness to prepare and send short-termers to help full-time missionaries. FIM is very organized and very aware of the missionaries’ needs. I am blessed to be a part of an exceptional mission board.”
Christy Etsrou
Serving in Togo
“Thank you for your prayers for us. You are an encouragement to us. Guillermo told the lawyer yesterday that we are with the best mission agency!”
Guillermo & Marcia Aguilar
Serving in South America
“I met FIM during global focus week at Liberty University. I knew that I really liked this organization right away because Paul, the general director, cared enough to talk with me and encourage me to follow God's call on my life to be a missionary.”
Christina Guin
Serving in USA
“Don't be afraid to dream. I was always appalled at how missionaries and leaders could throw a bucket of ice water on your dreams and visions because it wasn't their dream or their vision. I am so grateful for the support of our leadership at Fellowship International Mission who not only allows me to dream but fan the flames.”
Lonnie Hodge
Serving in USA
“I always appreciate you guys for checking in on me once in a while and for your support and prayers. I can’t think of any way that you could be more effective. THANK YOU.”
Mindy Boyd
Serving in Germany
“If you’re looking for a missionary agency that really cares for the missionaries on the field, may I recommend Fellowship International Mission? Francisco and Dean from our home office staff came to visit and encourage us this week.”
Rebecca Arellanes
Serving in Mexico
“Thanks for your prayers, and support. We feel your affection towards us.”
