Theology Of
Missions
John Klaassen
1.) How did God call you to be a missionary?
His grandparents and his parents are missionaries, so he was born into it. He was born over seas and felt like he was called to go where no where else.
2.) How did you get from there to answering God's call?
He focused on what was needed. His education took him over seas.
3.) What are some missions you have done?
He has gone to North Africa to help with relief and development.
4.) How has your mission work evolved over the years?
He is learning all the time.
5.) If you knew then what you know now, what would you do differently?
He might change his education a little. He would make it more secular so he could get into countries easier.
6.) How did you financially support yourself while serving in the mission field?
He recieved support from the international mission board.
7.) What kind of education do you have that equips you to be a missionary?
Bachelor in education and a maters in divinity.
8.) What kind of gifts has God given you to equip you?
God gave him the gifts of teaching and leadership.
9.) Who did God put in your life to equip you?
His grandparents, parents, and wife has helped him.
10.) What are some needs that you see?
There are a lot of places no one is sharing the gospel at all. There are 3,000+ unreached people groups.
11.) What are some resources or contacts you would recommend to me?
He recommended the books Tent making and When Helping Hurts.
12.) What would you do if you were taking this course?
Read When Helping Hurts.
13.) Would you mind helping me in the future?
I can help you with what you need.