Get Ready for a Trip

You’re heading on an exciting spiritual journey! 

You will form unbreakable bonds with the locals and your fellow team members. You may encounter poverty and devastation on an entirely new scale. Through it all, God will challenge you in ways you cannot yet comprehend. How can you prepare yourself?

Begin Praying Now

Pray for the people you will encounter and for your fellow team members. Pray that God will begin working in the hearts of those you meet during your mission. You should also pray for yourself, that God will give you a calm and focused spirit. It is easy to become distracted and forget why you are going!

SPEND TIME IN THE BIBLE

We recommend memorizing some Bible verses that will challenge and encourage you along the way. Start with your favourite passages and spend time in the following verses as well: John 3:16, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23 and Ephesians 2:8-9.

STUDY YOUR e3 GUIDEBOOK

Click here to view the online e3 Guidebook. Read it several times before you leave for your trip.

THINK THROUGH YOUR PERSONAL STORY

The story of God’s work in your life is a powerful tool. Start asking yourself these questions:

• What was my life like before Christ?
• How did I come to know the Lord?
• How has he changed my life since then? (This is the most important one.)

Practice sharing your story with family and friends in two minutes or less. This is a great exercise to help you share it comfortably with others.

BECOME FAMILIAR WITH 3 CIRCLES

This is a simple method of sharing the story of the Gospel. All it requires is 2 minutes, a notecard and a pen, and it will give you confidence to bring Jesus into your conversations on your trip. Watch the video below for an overview...