Behind the Scenes
Not Everyone Is Called To Be a Missionary
Behind the Scenes
Not Everyone Is Called To Be a Missionary
Not everyone is called to be a missionary. There, I said it.
In our eagerness to invite others into missions, we sometimes give the impression that anyone can do it. But the truth is, it demands more than just interest— it requires deep conviction. A missionary must be passionate about reaching the lost with the hope of Christ. They must cling to the truth of Scripture and be willing to make real sacrifices to fulfill the Great Commission.
But also, it doesn’ t always require a seminary degree, pulpit experience, or a perfect résumé either. God’ s call varies for each person. Some feel a clear pull to serve; others step forward in obedience, even without sensing a distinct“ call.” At OMS, we welcome people from all backgrounds— those with extensive ministry experience and those just beginning to explore what it means to serve. What matters most is having a heart that says yes when the Lord speaks.
In this issue of OMS Outreach, you’ ll meet OMS missionaries who embody that yes. May their journeys inspire you to listen carefully for his voice— and respond with courage when he speaks.
Editor, OMS Outreach sloobie @ onemissionsociety. org
January-April 2026 Volume 126, No. 1
Outreach Online equips Christians to make disciples of Jesus Christ through informative, inspiring, and involvement-driven articles, which leads to deeper missions participation through serving, giving, and praying.
Editor and Director of Communications Susan Griswold Loobie
Associate Editor Olivia Hogsett
Senior Graphic Designer W. Foster Pilcher
President Jeffry Max Edwards
Executive Director of Global Ministries Chris Williams
Signatory Country Leaders Australia— Ian * www. omsaus. org
Canada— David Fortune www. omscanada. org
New Zealand— Karen Moar, interim director www. oms. org. nz
United Kingdom— Melvin Kelly www. onemissionsociety. org. uk
United States— Tom Overton www. onemissionsociety. org
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One Mission Society is an evangelical, interdenominational faith mission, focusing on multiplying disciples, churches, leaders, and missionaries. We engage the one to reach the many throughout Africa, Asia / Pacific, Europe / Middle East, and Latin America / Caribbean.
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