State and growth of Christian missions

"All peoples on earth will be blessed through you." -- Genesis 12:3

Facts about world missions: Mission statistics and other information about global Gospel outreach

"I now understand and embrace the strategic sacrifice that will be necessary to accomplish God's global passion. The passion has been ignited in me." -- Nathan F., Nazarene Bible College student

• Phil Bogosian: Every day, 66,000 people die in unreached people groups [ full quotation ]
• 10/40 Window: Map plus explanation and statistics on this area inhabited by unreached peoples
• Mission statistics: If the world's diverse population was reduced to just one village of a hundred people, what would that village look like?
• Only seven churches in the USA/Canada? North Africa's Christian workers are outnumbered by the general population by two million to one. What if the same ratio of workers-to-need in North Africa was applied to the U.S.A. and Canada?
•    Missionary parable: The Society for the Picking of Apples
• Timeline of people and missionary events through the centuries
• "What happened in world missions today?" An "on this day" look at world evangelism happenings
• Where Nazarene missions dollars go: Statistical overview of Nazarene world missions

Reaching the lost: External links to missions statistics

• Joshua Project
• Missions Atlas project -- great maps, including interactive ones

The problem is with our passion

The chief problem today in the world evangelism enterprise is our lack of passion. . . [ more ]

    -- Howard Culbertson,

Afterword: 7 Ways Statistical Data Can Help Mission Leaders

Statistical data can be useful in efforts to spread the Gospel worldwide in the following ways:

1. Statistical data can help identify regions or demographics where there is great need or responsiveness. By analyzing demographic, cultural, and socio-economic data, we can focus our efforts on areas where the need is greatest or where there seems to be a great likelihood of receptivity to the Gospel.
2. Statistical data can provide insights into the cultural, religious, and social dynamics of specific regions or communities. Understanding these contexts helps adapt and contextualize the gospel message inways that it can s[eak clearly to the local population and avoid cultural misunderstandings.
3. Data analysis can inform strategic planning in areas such as determining where to allocate resources for outreach. By identifying areas with only a small Christian presence or very limited access to the Gospel, missionaries can prioritize their efforts to "make disciples in the nations."
4. Statistical data can be used to monitor the progress and impact of missionary activities over time. By tracking indicators such as conversions, baptisms, church membership, or attendance at existing church services, missionaries can assess the strategies being used and point to needed adjustments.
5. Statistical data can help identify areas with the greatest need for support or assistance. For example, data on poverty rates, literacy levels, or access to healthcare can help prioritize humanitarian aid and compassionate ministry efforts that may lead to evangelistic outreach.
6. Statistical data can aid in cross-cultural communication by providing insights into language preferences, communication channels, and media consumption habits. This can help develop culturally relevant messaging and activity.
7. Statistical data aids collaboration and partnership between different denominations and organizations. By sharing data and insights, organizations can see how to draw on each other's strengths and resources to maximize their collective impact.