Mission trips are transformative experiences that allow individuals to step out of their comfort zones and serve communities in need. As you prepare for your journey, it’s essential to ground yourself in Scripture, drawing strength and guidance from the Word of God. These verses serve as a reminder of the importance of serving others and the love God has for all people.
Whether you are traveling across the globe or serving in your local neighborhood, these verses will encourage you to be a light in the world. Let the wisdom of the Bible inspire your mission and reaffirm your commitment to making a positive impact as you spread hope and love.
Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.”
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.
How then will they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching?
Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.
Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.”
And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.”
Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world.
Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward.
I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
And if anyone will not receive you or listen to your words, shake off the dust from your feet when you leave that house or town.
Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.”
And he said to them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.”
Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous works among all the peoples!
For so the Lord has commanded us, saying, “I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth.”
For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.
Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching.
But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.
You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.
And let our people learn to devote themselves to good works so as to help cases of urgent need and not be unfruitful.
You shall love your neighbor as yourself. There is no other commandment greater than these.
Everyone to whom much was given, of him much will be required, and from him to whom they entrusted much, they will demand the more.
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the LORD, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.
We love because he first loved us.
Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered.
And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.
Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.
This is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you.
In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’
Famous and Strong Quotes about a mission trip
It is important to be ready to give up everything for a cause that is greater than yourself.
The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.
You are your best thing when you are helping others.
The finest way to keep your word is not to give it.
Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love.
Commending Our Hearts for the Mission Trip
Heavenly Father,
As we prepare for this mission trip, we come before You with grateful hearts, seeking Your guidance and strength. We ask that You bless each member of our team and instill in us a spirit of unity and compassion. Equip us with courage to share Your love and wisdom with those we meet, and open our eyes to the needs of the community we serve.
May we be vessels of Your grace, reflecting Your light in all we do. Let our actions speak louder than words, and may the relationships we build be rooted in Your love. We pray for protection as we travel, for good health, and for divine opportunities to make a meaningful impact.
Lord, may our hearts be transformed through this experience, drawing us closer to You and to one another. Help us to trust in Your plans, knowing that every step we take is guided by Your hand. Thank You for the privilege of serving You and spreading Your message. In Jesus’ name, we pray.
Amen.