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In today’s world, the refugee crisis is one of the most urgent humanitarian issues of our time. Millions of people have been forced to flee their homes due to war, persecution, or disaster. These individuals often arrive in new countries with little more than trauma, uncertainty, and hope for safety. In the midst of such upheaval, the Church has an extraordinary opportunity: to share the love and hope of Christ with those who have lost everything. This is not about taking advantage of vulnerable people. It is about meeting real human needs—spiritual, emotional, and physical—with the compassion and truth of the Gospel. Here are several key principles for sharing Christ with refugees in ways that honor their dignity and reflect the heart of God. 1. See Refugees Through God’s Eyes Scripture is filled with God’s concern for the foreigner, the displaced, and the oppressed. From the Israelites’ own history of exile to Jesus Himself being a refugee in Egypt, the Bible calls believers to care deeply for those on the margins. Before sharing Christ with refugees, we must first see them not as a crisis, but as people—made in the image of God, worthy of love and welcome. 2. Build Trust Before You Preach Trauma, displacement, and loss often create barriers of fear and mistrust. Before refugees are ready to hear the message of Christ, they often need to experience the love of Christ through actions. Simple acts of kindness—offering meals, helping with paperwork, teaching language skills, or being a consistent friend—can open hearts to deeper conversations. Gospel witness must begin with presence and patience. It’s not a race to convert; it’s a journey of showing God’s love through relationship. 3. Honor Culture and Background Refugees come from diverse religious and cultural backgrounds. It’s essential to approach them with sensitivity and respect. This means listening more than talking, learning their stories, and avoiding assumptions. Sharing Christ does not require dismissing someone’s past, but inviting them to explore a relationship with Jesus in a way that honors their dignity and identity. The Gospel transcends culture—it meets people where they are and calls them to new life.

Discover how Clarkston, GA, the “most diverse square mile in America,” offers mission-minded Christians unique opportunities to serve refugees and share the Gospel.

Through the Agriculture Program at Missionary Training School, participants learn best practices for sustainable agriculture while also learning how to teach those principles to others. In the "most diverse square mile in America", with over 13,000 refugees from 60+ nations, time dedicated to cross-cultural evangelism to diaspora populations within the GFM Community Garden is rich.

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