In our Kid's Missionary Class, we're learning about David Livingstone, Missionary and Explorer to Africa. For all the links and learning ideas, including the FREE 10-page Mission Pack for David Livingstone, please see our class website: http://missionmindedfamilies.org/livingstone

Referred to in the episode:

• Recommended Missionary Biography book: David Livingstone: Africa's Trailblazer (Christian Heroes Then & Now Series).
• Recommended Prayer and Mission Guide: Window on the World (Operation World resource)
• Online puzzle: https://crosswords.brightsprout.com/295420/David-Livingstone-Crossword-Puzzle
• 2-minute mission monologue (matches the coloring page https://youtu.be/_ocSf0ila0U?si=jj_ndKr1i30-TjOx
• 2-minute history (highlights slave trade and geographical places) https://youtu.be/96P_INDMa-4?si=bK1ukf-ESUNOmyHP

In this episode, we're introducing our first "Kid's Missionary Class." We're learning about Gladys Aylward (1902-1970), a courageous woman who served in China as a missionary, sharing the Good News of Jesus. Gladys Aylward was determined, even when facing discouragement and danger.

Here are the links mentioned:

1. Gladys Aylward Kid's Missionary Pack -- 10 pages, with checklist

   https://s3.amazonaws.com/kajabi-storefronts-production/file-uploads/sites/8901/themes/2163712137/downloads/c54f7e-28a2-ba2-5aef-53cab6306dd_Gladys_-_PDF_booklet.pdf

2. Torchlighter Children's Cartoon: "The Gladys Aylward Story"

   https://youtu.be/5TPFJYxb4q0?si=CJ9G2bzevTFaPkZr

3. Recommended Book: Missionary Biography -- Gladys Aylward: The Adventure of a Lifetime (Christian Heroes Then & Now Series, from YWAM Publishers) --

   https://www.amazon.com/Gladys-Aylward-Adventure-Lifetime-Christian/dp/1576580199/ref=asc_df_1576580199?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80126962061079&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=m&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=111334&hvtargid=pla-4583726540923850&psc=1

4. Recommended Book: Window on the World -- (to learn about countries, people groups, and religions of the world).

   https://www.amazon.com/Window-World-Operation-Resource-Resources/dp/0830857834

5. Inn of the Sixth Happiness (Classic Movie Excerpt -- rejected by the China missionary society)

   https://youtu.be/m__u1bxe--k?si=_-Gb4rxwSoOT9pmP

6. Inn of the Sixth Happiness (Classic Movie highlights - 9 minutes)

   https://youtu.be/HaupKAcE6Nw?si=RddALPOakxNquONw

7. Inn of the Sixth Happiness (Full Classic Movie)

   https://youtu.be/wrFF-j8NuSU?si=d1JbGfy0GT3-1kJt

Today, in our Bible study in James Chapter 3, our focus is the importance of taming our tongue (by God's grace). Our words are important, as words can reveal what is in our heart, and by submitting our tongue to Jesus, our words can shape our lives, our families, and also our ministries.

At Mission-Minded Families, we focus on Biblical truth, Happy Habits, and Gospel Impact.

• What are object lessons given in James 3 about our tongue?
• What are other Bible verses about the importance of our tongue?
• How can words we speak relate to the Gospel and Global missions?

Links mentioned:

Mission-Minded Women

7 Keys for Mission-Minded Families (Free Mission Course)

Beautiful Feet International

Today's focus is the JOY of Generosity, especially helping the poor, continuing our Bible study through James, in chapter 2. At Mission-Minded Families, we focus on Biblical truth, Happy Habits, and Gospel Impact.

• What does it mean to show "partiality" (giving preference or honor based on wealth or social standing, including how today's "Social Justice" can relate).
• What does it mean to love our neighbor "as ourselves" (and how can this be misunderstood)?
• What does the Bible tell us about caring for the Poor?

Featured global ministries:

• Mission-Minded Women
• Mission-Minded Families - 7 Keys (FREE Mission Course for Families)
• Compassionate Hope

At Mission-Minded Families, we focus on Biblical Truth, Happy Habits, and Gospel Impact.

This week, we're beginning a Bible study through the book of James (starting today in James, Chapter 1), highlighting verses about, "Count it all joy," seeking God's wisdom, and caring for orphans. We look at several missionary heroes: Amy Carmichael, George Muller, Hudson Taylor, plus a mostly unknown missionary (number 8 of 13 children, with 10 children of his own, known as the "Pilgrims Companion" -- Can you guess who he is?).

Links shared:

• 7 Simple Keys for Mission-Minded Families
• Beautiful Feet International - Global ProLife Ministry
• Mission-Minded Women