Christian Mission – Sharing the Gospel Across Cultures

How do you share the gospel in a culture very different from your own?

Peter Öman talks with Susan Nitz and Nathan Seiltz about their experiences in Christian mission work in Malawi and the Dominican Republic. They discuss cultural differences, language learning, and the importance of listening to and understanding the people you meet.

The conversation also touches on superstition, baptism, pastoral care, and the joy of seeing people come to understand the message of the gospel.At the heart of the discussion is the central message of the Bible: we cannot solve the problem of sin ourselves, but Jesus has done what we could not do. He took our place and gives forgiveness and eternal life.A conversation about mission, culture, and the joy of knowing: Jesus is my Savior. 0:00 Introduction (in Swedish, the rest is in english)0:39 Susan Nitz and Nathan Seiltz introduce themselves2:15 TELL Network – Bible teaching around the world3:19 Moving to Africa as a young missionary family5:46 A missionary’s first challenge: language and humility7:44 Understanding a different culture8:29 Superstition and witchcraft in Malawi9:28 When cultural differences do not conflict with the Bible13:00 When culture conflicts with God’s Word14:31 How do you begin a conversation about the Christian faith?16:35 The comfort of baptism after the death of a child19:03 Talking about faith in different cultures19:55 Nathan Seiltz on natural ways to share the gospel22:04 What is the most important message of the Bible?23:10 How do you avoid getting stuck on denominational differences?26:23 How do you talk about controversial issues?28:08 Baptism, amulets, and traditional beliefs31:34 The joy of seeing people understand the gospel32:58 Nathan’s strongest memories from the mission field37:09 “I am a sinner – but Jesus has saved me”39:20 Freedom from fear and superstition40:02 A pastoral conversation about guilt42:51 Baptism gives objective assurance44:02 What is CELC?45:04 Are foreign missionaries still needed?47:23 The gospel crosses every cultural boundary47:42 What is the gospel?49:18 Is mission an expression of Western culture?51:35 The difference between mission and colonialism51:49 What will future mission work look like?54:57 Hopes for the future56:12 ConclusionFor more information: https://kristendom.se