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As we see an increasing number of culturally diverse patients in our practices or on the mission field, we need to understand how culture influences healthcare including through our own biases. How can we develop an eye to see where a patient’s values and worldview may differ from our own? We will review an approach to cultural humility highlighted by medical missions case studies.

As we see an increasing number of culturally diverse patients in our practices or on the mission field, we need to understand how culture influences healthcare including through our own biases. How can we develop an eye to see where a patient’s values and worldview may differ from our own? We will review an approach to cultural humility highlighted by medical missions case studies.

Your testimony is more than a story, it’s evidence. The Bible encourages believers to speak of what God has done in their lives, not to impress others, but to make the gospel visible through personal transformation. If you’re wondering what does the Bible say about sharing your testimony, you’re not alone.  Whether you're preparing to speak to a friend, a congregation, or across cultures, Scripture offers both clarity and comfort, showing how our words can lead others to Jesus.   Key Takeaways The Bible consistently shows that sharing your testimony is a normal and essential part of following Jesus, empowered by the Holy Spirit rather than personal confidence. Testimonies are meant to invite others in, making God’s work visible and stirring curiosity, faith, and hope in those who hear them. Scripture teaches that testimonies carry spiritual weight, often strengthening believers and pushing back darkness in difficult or resistant contexts. Sharing your testimony should be done with clarity, humility, and gentleness, focusing on what God has done rather than on personal achievement. Even simple, honest stories of encountering Jesus can have a far-reaching impact, drawing others into faith and fellowship in ways we may never fully see.   Top 10 Bible Verses About Sharing Your Testimony   1. Acts 1:8 — Your Story Is Meant to Be Shared “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses…” This verse reminds us that sharing your testimony isn’t just optional—it’s part of what it means to follow Jesus. The Holy Spirit gives the power to witness boldly, even in unfamiliar or uncomfortable places.   2. Psalm 66:16 — Testimonies Invite Others In “Come and hear, all you who fear God, and I will tell what he has done for my soul.” Testimonies are personal, but they’re never private. Psalm 66 shows how telling your story can draw others in and spark their own hunger to seek God.   3. Revelation 12:11 — Testimonies Are Spiritual Weapons “And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony…” When you share what Jesus has done, you’re doing more than offering encouragement—you’re pushing back darkness. Testimonies carry real spiritual weight, especially in places where hope feels absent.   4. 1 Peter 3:15 — Share with Gentleness and Clarity “…always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you…” One of the most practical Bible verses about sharing your testimony, this verse emphasizes tone and readiness. It’s not about debate; it’s about living and sharing the gospel with those impacted by your way of life.   5. 2 Timothy 1:8 — Don’t Be Ashamed of Your Story “Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner…” Paul reminds Timothy that stories tied to Jesus are never something to hide, even when they include pain or hardship. The gospel often shows up clearest in our weakness.   6. Mark 5:19 — Start with Your Own People “...Go home to your friends and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.” Sharing doesn’t always start with strangers. Jesus tells the man healed from demons to begin at home. Your family, friends, and coworkers are often the first audience God gives you.   7. 1 John 1:3 — Testimony Builds Fellowship “…that which we have seen and heard we proclaim also to you, so that you too may have fellowship with us…” Your story is part of something bigger. Sharing invites others into the church and the fellowship of believers.   8. Matthew 10:32 — Testimonies Reflect Our Allegiance “So everyone who acknowledges me before men, I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in heaven…” Jesus takes our witness seriously. Speaking of what He’s done—especially when it’s uncomfortable—reveals where our true loyalty lies.   9. John 4:39 — Your Story Could Impact Many “Many Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony…” The woman at the well didn’t have theological training. She just told the truth about her encounter with Jesus. Her story led many others to believe. Yours can, too. Sharing your testimony doesn’t have to be long—just real.   10. 1 Thessalonians 1:8 — Your Testimony Goes Further Than You Think “For not only has the word of the Lord sounded forth from you...but your faith in God has gone forth everywhere…” When you tell your story, it doesn’t stay local. God often takes simple words and uses them to echo in places you’ll never see. Especially across honor and shame cultures, stories often reach hearts more effectively than logic or argument.   Why Testimonies Still Matter If you’re still wondering what does the Bible say about testimonies, here’s the simplest answer: they matter because they point to Jesus. Stories build bridges. They help others recognize the same grace that reached you can reach them, too. If you’re not sure where to begin, consider looking at Peter’s testimony. His story proclaims Christ’s salvation and the power of the Holy Spirit.   Ready to Share Your Story? Your story isn’t too simple, messy, or unfinished for God to use. Whether you’re sharing across the street or across the globe, your testimony can open doors the gospel is meant to walk through. If you’re wondering where to begin, consider taking a short-term mission trip where your story can become part of God’s larger story of redemption.   Related Questions   What do you say when sharing your testimony? Start with who you were, what Jesus did, and who you are now—be honest and keep it focused on Him.   Why does God want us to share our testimony? Because it makes the gospel personal, real, and relatable.   Why is a testimony so powerful? Because it shows the gospel isn’t just an idea—it’s a life transformed.   What is the biblical purpose of a testimony? To witness to others about who God is and what He’s done.  

We developed a holistic approach to educating and ministering to youth who are vulnerable to substance use in a rural Uganda community. This model both instructs and empowers youth and community leaders to address substance youth in themselves and their communities.

A prayer for a miscarriage gives words to grief when loss feels unspeakable. For healthcare providers walking beside grieving mothers, Scripture—especially the Psalms—offers language shaped by sorrow, trust, and hope. The wisdom from the Bible can help you pray gently and faithfully for mothers who have experienced the loss of a baby. Miscarriage is more common than many realize, yet it often remains deeply isolating. As a midwife, nurse, or physician, your presence and your prayers can become a quiet place of refuge. The prayers below are rooted in the ESV and meant to be spoken over grieving mothers with care and humility.   Key Takeaways Praying after a miscarriage helps name grief, express sorrow, and place heartbreak in God's hands, even when words feel hard to find. The Psalms offer language for loss—both raw lament and steady hope—giving mothers a way to pray honestly through their pain. Each prayer from Scripture addresses different aspects of miscarriage, from fear and sorrow to the longing for healing and peace. Medical professionals can support grieving mothers by using these biblical prayers with sensitivity and by showing up with presence, not just care. A prayer for a miscarriage doesn’t need to be perfect—God hears every cry and draws near to the brokenhearted with compassion and grace.   Why Biblical Prayers Matter After a Miscarriage After a pregnancy loss, many mothers struggle to find words. Grief can feel disorienting, physical recovery can be painful, and questions often linger without answers. A medical understanding of miscarriages—its symptoms and causes—is important, but it rarely addresses the spiritual weight of loss. Biblical prayers for miscarriages meet that space honestly. The Psalms, in particular, hold sorrow without rushing it away. They name pain, ask God hard questions, and still cling to Him. Additionally, they can be used as springboards for prayer of the heart.    Prayer for Miscarriage: 7 Psalms to Pray Over Grieving Mothers   1. A Prayer for God’s Nearness “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 This verse is a reminder that God does not distance Himself from grief. For a mother walking through the pain of miscarriage, it assures her that God is present in sorrow, offering comfort when words fall short.   2. A Prayer for Comfort in Deep Sorrow “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” — Psalm 147:3 This verse speaks to God’s gentle care for those in pain. For a grieving mother, it affirms that God sees both her emotional and physical wounds and is actively at work bringing comfort and restoration, even when healing feels slow or incomplete. Midwives and medical professionals may also find strength by leaning into biblical prayers for healing, especially in moments when emotional and physical pain overlap.   3. A Prayer for Honest Lament “How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever? How long will you hide your face from me?” — Psalm 13:1 This prayer captures the rawness of grief. When a mother has no words left, this verse gives her a voice—honest, unfiltered, and heard by God. It reminds her that even from the deepest sorrow, she can still cry out, and He still listens.   4. A Prayer for Peace Amid Fear “When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.” — Psalm 56:3 Miscarriage can bring waves of fear—of the unknown, of future pregnancies, or of enduring more pain. This verse is a simple, steady reminder that trust can still rise even in the presence of fear. God remains trustworthy, even when everything else feels uncertain.   5. A Prayer for Physical and Emotional Healing “For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the Lord...” — Jeremiah 30:17 This verse speaks directly to the layered healing miscarriage or a loss of a newborn requires—both physical recovery and the quieter, deeper wounds of grief. God’s promise of restoration reminds grieving mothers that healing is not rushed or partial, but attentive and complete in His care. In settings where loss of newborns is compounded by limited resources and a lack of understanding of the best practices in neonatal care, Christian healthcare providers can step in to provide some of that physical, emotional, and spiritual healing.   6. A Prayer for Hope That Feels Far Away “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.” — Psalm 42:11 This verse captures the tension many mothers feel after miscarriage—grief mixed with the longing to hope again. It reminds us that sorrow and hope are not opposites. God meets us in the turmoil, and even when praise feels far off, He gently leads us toward it.   7. A Prayer Entrusting the Baby to God “Into your hand I commit my spirit; you have redeemed me, O Lord, faithful God.” — Psalm 31:5 This verse speaks to trust in God’s faithful care—even in death. For a grieving mother, it can be a quiet, courageous act to entrust her baby into God’s hands. It affirms that her child is not lost to Him, but held in His perfect love.   Supporting Mothers Beyond the Prayer Praying a prayer for the loss of a baby is one part of caring well. Listening, offering presence, and respecting grief without timelines matter deeply. For those drawn to this work—especially midwives—your emotional presence matters just as much as your clinical skill.   When You Don’t Know What to Say You do not need perfect words. Scripture already holds them. These prayers for after a miscarriage are not meant to explain loss or resolve grief, but to place sorrow gently before God. Sometimes, praying slowly, quietly, or even silently is enough. Your willingness to pray, to pause, and to acknowledge the weight of loss communicates care more deeply than answers ever could.   Walking Forward with Compassion Miscarriage leaves a mark—on mothers, families, and often on the caregivers who support them. As you continue serving women in vulnerable moments, let Scripture guide your prayers and steady your presence. If you feel called to walk with mothers in underserved areas or regions with limited maternal care, there are long-term medical mission opportunities for just that.    Related Questions   What is a good Bible verse for a miscarriage? Psalm 34:18 speaks directly to God’s nearness to the brokenhearted and is often a comfort after loss.   What does the Bible say about miscarried babies going to heaven? Though opinions vary, it’s generally understood that babies do go to heaven.   How long does miscarriage grief last? Grief doesn’t follow a set timeline—it’s personal and may resurface at unexpected moments.   What does a woman need after a miscarriage? She needs compassionate medical care, time to grieve, emotional support, and a sense that her pain is acknowledged.  

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Helping refugees as a medical missionary means meeting urgent needs with both skill and compassion. It’s about more than showing up—it’s about showing up wisely, humbly, and equipped to serve. From understanding their journey to responding with appropriate care, there are practical ways to be part of real healing. Whether you're wondering how to help refugees physically, emotionally, or spiritually, your presence can be a steady light in an unstable world.   Key Takeaways Helping refugees begins with understanding their reality—displacement caused by war, persecution, and crisis creates complex medical and emotional needs. Refugees often lack access to essential services like medical care, clean water, and stable housing, which shapes how medical missionaries can serve effectively. Sustainable help matters—short-term fixes don’t replace the impact of consistent, ethical, and culturally informed care rooted in long-term relationships. Listening well and honoring the lived experiences of refugees opens space for the gospel; small acts of compassion can reflect Christ’s love in powerful ways. You don’t have to do it alone—trusted medical missions opportunities provide structured paths to serve both locally and globally in refugee communities.   Understand the Context First Before offering help, you need to understand the story. Refugees aren’t just people without a home; they’re individuals who have fled war, persecution, famine, or other devastating circumstances. Their needs are immediate, but also layered. Learning about the causes of refugee problems in the world helps you see the big picture behind the headlines. Factors like conflict, displacement, and limited access to healthcare shape every part of the refugee experience.   Recognize What Refugees Need Most You can’t meet every need, but you can meet some. The most common needs in refugee populations include: Access to medical care Clean water and sanitation Trauma-informed emotional and spiritual support Nutritional stability Safe housing or shelter Trustworthy human connection Refugee needs often begin with stability—clean water, safety, shelter, and basic healthcare. While not every refugee lives in a formal camp, many do. These spaces are often overcrowded and under-resourced, with limited medical access and little privacy. Conditions like these shape the kind of care that matters most.   Find Ethical, Sustainable Ways to Help One of the most important lessons in how to help refugees well is to avoid short-term thinking. Not every kind of help is actually helpful. Medical care should be trauma-aware, locally informed, and rooted in long-term relationships where possible. Ongoing support can make a difference. Whether you’re offering medical screenings, supporting clinics, or building trust one visit at a time, showing up consistently matters. Sustainable help often looks like serving under local leadership, collaborating with long-term partners, and focusing on dignity-driven care, not just efficiency.   Listen and Share the Gospel As a medical missionary, you bring training—but refugees bring culture, language, and lived experience. One of the most overlooked ways to help refugees is by listening well and honoring their story. Many have endured deep trauma, and the hope of the gospel meets them right there. On a mission to serve refugees in the Middle East, one team took time to hear each person’s story, pray with them, and share the good news of Jesus—all while offering medical care. You can also share the love of the gospel through small acts like patiently helping someone fill out a medical form, sitting with them while they wait, and other small acts of service. These moments reflect Christ’s compassion and show that refugees are seen, valued, and not forgotten.   Look for Trusted Avenues of Service You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. Many medical missions organizations offer vetted pathways to serve in refugee contexts—both in the U.S. and abroad. Your work might include: Volunteering at mobile clinics or refugee health centers Partnering with local churches and community groups Providing trauma-informed care with cultural sensitivity Supporting long-term teams already on the ground If you're wondering where to begin, disaster relief opportunities often include specific openings for helping refugees in urgent or long-term ways.   Related Questions   What do refugees need most? Access to healthcare, safe shelter, trauma support, clean water, and trustworthy human relationships.   How do you get involved with helping refugees? Start by partnering with trusted medical missions organizations or serving with established refugee clinics or outreach programs.   How do you raise awareness of refugees? By sharing their stories, learning about global displacement, and educating your community on how to support refugee care.   What are the problems refugees face? Displacement, trauma, limited access to healthcare and education, legal instability, and cultural barriers.  

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Your testimony is your story of what God has done in your life, past and present, and sharing it is one of the most powerful ways to point people to Jesus. If you’ve ever wondered how to share your testimony on a mission trip, you’re not alone. Many people feel the weight of getting it “right,” but personal testimonies aren’t about perfect delivery—they’re about showing how the gospel is real, alive, and personal. Key Takeaways A testimony is more than a one-time moment—it reflects both how you came to know Christ and how He continues to work in your life. Sharing your testimony makes the gospel visible by showing how faith is lived, not just believed. Personal stories often build trust across cultures, especially where relational credibility matters more than abstract teaching. A simple structure—before Christ, meeting Christ, and life after—helps keep your testimony clear and centered on Jesus. God uses honest, imperfect stories to plant seeds of faith, even when sharing feels small or uncertain.   What Is a Testimony, Really? A testimony is not just the story of how you became a Christian. It includes that, but it also includes the ongoing story of what God is doing in your life now. Think of it as your lived experience of grace: how Jesus met you, how He’s still working in you, and how the gospel has shaped your everyday life. For Christian missionaries, testimonies can highlight both the moment of salvation and the long journey of walking with Christ in daily life. The Bible is filled with personal testimonies—from the man born blind who simply said, “...I was blind, now I see” (John 9:25), to Paul’s powerful story of radical transformation. Paul’s testimony wasn’t just about his past—it revealed how God called him and the mission he was sent to carry out.   Why Your Testimony Matters When you share your testimony, you’re doing more than telling a story. You’re making the gospel visible. The Word of God moves powerfully when people speak boldly, humbly, and personally about Jesus. Testimonies are especially impactful across cultures. In some places, like honor and shame cultures, your story can build trust in ways abstract teaching can’t. Your vulnerability might be what opens the door to deeper conversations. The gospel isn’t just a message to be preached—it’s a truth to be lived. And your life, with all its mess and beauty, is part of how God reaches others.   How to Structure Your Testimony There’s no one right way to share your testimony, but this simple three-part structure can help:   1. Before What was your life like before you knew Christ or before God moved in this specific area of your life? You don’t need to over-explain or glorify past sin—just give enough context for people to see the contrast.   2. The Turning Point How did God meet you? This might be your salvation moment, along with a time when the Holy Spirit brought breakthrough, conviction, or healing. Focus on Jesus. Make the gospel clear.   3. After What changed? How is God still working in you? This part is ongoing. Share what you’re learning, what you’re still struggling with, and how God is meeting you today through His promises. Keep it simple. You’re not writing a sermon. You’re giving people a window into the grace of God through your life.   Tips for Sharing Your Testimony Here are a few things to keep in mind as you prepare to share: Know your audience. Think about cultural context and language barriers. Short, clear stories often connect better than long explanations. Avoid Christian jargon. Say “I prayed” instead of “I had a quiet time.” Say “I felt distant from God” instead of “I was in a spiritual dry season.” Practice, but don’t memorize. You want to be familiar with what you’re saying, but it should still sound natural. Be humble. Your testimony is about what Jesus has done—not about your strength or ability to overcome. Be ready to listen. Sharing your story can open doors for others to share theirs. Be quick to listen and slow to speak.   God Uses Imperfect Stories If you’re nervous to share your testimony, you’re not alone. Even Paul, after his dramatic conversion, faced hesitation from others. But God doesn’t need your story to be impressive—He just asks you to be faithful. Your story might connect with someone who needs to know they’re not too far gone, or that God still heals, or that faith is possible in the middle of suffering. Sometimes, sharing your story might feel small. But in God’s hands, even a short testimony can plant seeds that grow for eternity.   Use Your Story Where God Sends You If God has given you a story, and He has, He’s also given you opportunities to share it. Your gifts, your job, and your testimony can all be part of His mission. You don’t have to go on a mission trip to share what God has done in you. Sharing your testimony can happen in your career. And if you want to take your career overseas, then marketplace missions may just be a good fit for you.    Related Questions   What should you not do when sharing your testimony? Avoid exaggeration, unnecessary details, or making yourself the hero of the story.   What is an example of a good testimony? A good testimony clearly points to Jesus, shares a personal encounter with Him, and connects with the listener’s life.   How do you share a testimony in 30 seconds? Focus on your need for a savior and how Jesus fills that need.    How long should a testimony be? Aim for two to three minutes, unless you’re invited to go deeper.

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Low resource settings require much innovation and streamlining resources to meet set goals. With healthcare becoming more commercial and profit driven, missional healthcare in low resource settings faces many challenges. Sustainability is a big question with people finance , and equipment scarce and hard to come by. Missional models of healthcare often run into hurdles of sustainability, longevity and relevance even as healthcare slowly turns into business. In this setting of multifactorial challenges and increasing compliances how can missional healthcare be relevant and sustainable? Many saints of God have committed their lives to fulfil this great commission in some of the most underserved and unreached areas of the world. With the birth of Emmanuel Hospital Association (EHA) a different model of missional healthcare emerged in India. Over the last 55 years of its existence, EHA has shown that through all the challenges, this may be one of the ways to sustain missional healthcare in areas of need. With increasing divide between the rich and poor, overwhelmed government systems, a ruthless insurance system, and high end corporate healthcare, it is still possible for missional healthcare to provide low cost, high quality, technologically advanced care to people in need while remaining sustainable. We bring lessons from India and our experience with Emmanuel Hospital Association over the last 3 decades.

A mission trip budget is a plan that helps you organize, save, and spend money wisely so you can focus on serving—not stressing. Whether you're heading overseas or staying stateside, knowing how to budget for a mission trip can make all the difference. From plane tickets to power adapters, here’s how to plan ahead and stay on track. Key Takeaways A detailed mission trip budget starts with listing every potential expense, from flights to ministry supplies, and categorizing them as basic, variable, or extra. Researching real-time costs and organizing them into priority buckets helps clarify what’s essential versus what’s optional. Setting a realistic savings timeline based on your total cost ensures you can stay on track financially without stress. Adding a 10 to 15 percent buffer to your mission trip budget helps prepare for the unexpected and avoids last-minute financial surprises. Keeping track of spending and adjusting as needed makes your mission trip budget flexible—and allows you to stay focused on serving, not scrambling. Step 1: List Every Expense You Can Think Of Start broad. The more detailed your list, the more accurate your mission trip budget will be. Common expenses include: Flights Travel insurance Passport/visa fees Vaccinations Lodging Food Transportation in-country Emergency cash Luggage and baggage fees Ministry supplies To get a clearer picture of what to include, it helps to understand the three main types of mission trip expenses: basic (core costs like lodging and transportation), variable (varies by team member, like vaccinations needed or unique transportation needs), and extra (think souvenirs, extra luggage, snacks, etc.). Each plays a role in your final budget. The goal here is to think of everything so you’re not caught off guard.   Step 2: Research and Categorize Your Costs Once you’ve got a list, start plugging in real numbers. Check current flight prices, contact your team leader for estimates, and research vaccine requirements. If you’re not sure where to start, creating a mission trip packing list can help you remember smaller but important costs—like travel-size toiletries or converters. Break expenses into three buckets: basic, variable, and extra, in descending order of priority. All core costs should be accounted for first in detail, followed by your personal variable costs, and then the not-so-essential (but definitely the most exciting) extra costs.     Step 3: Set a Target Budget and Timeline With your numbers in place, add everything up. That’s your target mission trip budget. Next, divide that total by the number of weeks or months until your payment deadline. This gives you a clear savings goal per time period.  If the number feels high, review your expense list again—see where you can adjust, delay, or reduce costs. Prioritize essentials, and be realistic about what fits within your timeline.   Step 4: Build in a Buffer No matter how detailed your plan, unexpected costs will pop up. Maybe your checked bag is overweight. Maybe there’s a last-minute vaccination you didn’t realize you needed. Add 10 to 15 percent to your total mission trip budget as a safety net. If you don’t use it, great! But if you do, you’ll be glad it’s there.   Step 5: Keep Track and Adjust as Needed Once you start saving and spending, keep track of where the money is going. You can use a simple spreadsheet or budgeting app. If something costs more than expected, adjust in another category or cut out non-essentials. Budgeting isn’t static—it’s something you can tweak as your trip gets closer.   Make Space for the Spiritual Side Too A mission trip isn’t just a financial investment. It’s a spiritual one. As you build your budget, take time to prepare your heart as well by reflecting on Scripture.  A mission trip isn’t just a financial investment. It’s a spiritual one. As you build your mission trip budget, staying organized now allows you to stay focused later—on people, not paperwork. And when departure day comes, financial readiness frees you to serve without distraction.   Conclusion Knowing how to budget for a mission trip doesn’t require a finance degree. It just takes a little planning, some realistic expectations, and a willingness to prepare well. By creating a solid mission trip budget, you’re not just covering costs—you’re making space to serve with freedom and focus. If you're thinking about going on a mission trip but don't know where to begin, starting with a short-term mission trip is a nice entry point (and much easier to plan and budget for).   Related Questions   How much does the average mission trip cost? It varies, but most range from $1,000 to $4,000 depending on destination, length, and team structure.   Who pays for church mission trips? Costs are often covered through a mix of personal savings, church support, and outside donors.   How long is a typical mission trip? Most short-term trips last between one and three weeks.   How to get funding for a mission trip? Many raise support through letters, events, or structured fundraising strategies.