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The
Process of Mobilization
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2 — What Is Mobilization?
Let's look together at the overall task of mobilization as it relates to seeing
a mission renewal movement impact a country. First of all, what does “mobilization”
refer to? Essentially mobilization refers to any process by which God's people
are awakened and kept moving and growing until they find their place for strategic
involvement in the task of completing world evangelization. Key words in this
sentence help us focus on what we are about as mobilizers.
“Awakened”
A
new discovery or revelation which shakes a person or fellowship into awareness
and activity.
“Kept
moving and growing”
This brings in the realities of discipleship and on-going care, the process
of seeing people develop their World Christian convictions and work them out
into practical areas of obedience.
“until...strategic
involvement”
The most demanding word in this sentence is “until.” It requires
sticking with someone or some fellowship group until that individual or group
obtains a solid enough understanding of the task of world evangelization so
that it results in their taking specific steps that will have a strategic
impact on the overall cause of the Christian mission.
“finds their place”
Mission mobilizers are not concerned whether someone goes or stays. The key
issue is that those being mobilized are wrapped into a “first love”
for Jesus and His global concern. There is a major gap between the church
and the world to be reached. Between these two things are the forces in the
overall process of mobilization.
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