@MackStiles

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 Kentucky, USA
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I wrote about a surprising connection for Thanksgiving! radical.net/article/how-than…

How Thanksgiving Fuels Evangelism 

Mack Stiles shows how genuine thanksgiving overflows into evangelism, turning holiday gratitude into bold gospel proclamation.

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My recent article. desiringgod.org/articles/fai…

Faithful Missions, Sovereign Fruit: How God Tracks Gospel Success

Enemies of the gospel abound. Yet God brings fruit from unlikely soil when we faithfully and patiently sow.

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I helped judge this book for CT’s 2024 book award in the mission category and am grateful it was chosen as the winner. I recommend it to anyone with a passing interest in modern-day Middle Eastern missions. amazon.com/dp/108777022X/?ta…

Islam and the Bible: Questioning Muslim Idiom Translations

As early as the seventh century, Christians living and ministering in Muslim contexts adapted their language and public witness to Islamic cultural and religious sensitivities. In , editors Ayman S....

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Your Vision for the Family Isn’t Big Enough

’To the Tenth Generation‘ is a book for those who long to strengthen Christian families. It’s worthy of being front and center in your family library.

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NEW BOOK!! How Do I Get Started in Evangelism? crossway.org/books/how-do-i-…

How Do I Get Started in Evangelism?

This concise, convenient guide defines proper evangelism and gives readers the tools to teach the gospel clearly, biblically, and persuasively.

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Hey, another article that's just out! I'm praying it’s helpful for you to share your faith! And check out my new book: How Do I Get Started In Evangeslim crossway.org/articles/a-cowa…

A Coward’s Guide to Evangelism

How do I present the gospel honestly and boldly without needlessly offending? How do I ensure I don’t slip into heresy by adding or subtracting from the gospel?

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If you have a friend who is not a Christian give them this book and ask them to read it. Then ask them what they think.
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What Missionary Grandparents Give Up—and Gain

Being a grandparent of missionary kids can be an incredible sacrifice, and perhaps one you wouldn't choose.

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The Truth About Lies

The Truth About Lies J. Mack Stiles Buy from Amazon We live in a world of lies, a world in which the truth is so often obscured behind deception and made opaque behind falsehood. Though God is a Go…

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Year's ago I heard a missionary say that he had never gone some place where the Holy Spirit hadn't gone before him. I wrote a new article about that for Desiring God - just released: desiringgod.org/articles/we-…

We Never Arrive Before God: Missionary Hope for Hard Places

If you feel called to serve in an especially hard or hostile place, or you’re praying for someone called to one of those places, remember that God always arrives on the mission field before us.

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Here’s a new article I wrote. It's just out. The topic is men encouraging other men. I hope it’s helpful for men and for women, too! desiringgod.org/articles/the…

The Awkward Duty of Encouragement: How Men Strengthen Other Men

If you are a man, who is the last brother in Christ you encouraged? Why don’t we give uplifting words to other men more?

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“People tell me that church membership is a Western idea. No, *individualism* is Western. Membership is biblical.” — Chinese house-church pastor This is a terrific new podcast hosted by @RyanRTIM and @MackStiles. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…

Episode 5: On Why Biblical Church Membership Matters in Missions (with David Lawrence, Chariot Lu,...

Podcast Episode · Missions Talk — A podcast by 9Marks and Reaching & Teaching International Ministries · December 1, 2022 · 43m

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Book Review: Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor with the Gospel, by A. S. Ibrahim - 9Marks

'Reaching Your Muslim Neighbor with the Gospel' is an excellent practical, down-to-earth guide for sharing faith with a Muslim friend.

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Check our new Podcast! 9marks.org/conversations/mis…
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Check out my review of Matt Smethurst’s new book: 9marks.org/review/before-you…

Book Review: Before You Share Your Faith, by Matt Smethurst - 9Marks

Matt Smethurst consistently draws from Scripture throughout "Before You Share Your Faith" and calls us to more than an evangelistic method, but a lifestyle.

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I can’t believe what I just saw. Joey Votto, a Reds baseball player, was miked while covering 1st base and, during the inning, talked about baseball and life, live, with the announcers - he was awesome! #MLBOpeningDay #Reds #MLB #joeyvotto #espn2
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A Ukrainian family sings “He Will Hold Me Fast.” HT: @donald_cline
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Here is a little piece I wrote on complementarianism for Christianity Today Online christianitytoday.com/ct/202…

Gender Questions Should Send Us to Scripture - Christianity Today

When it comes to the topic of gender roles, it all comes down to biblical interpretation.

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If you are thinking about coming to Crosscon.com now is the time to sign up! Prices go up tomorrow. It’s the most important Missions conference of our times. David Platt John Piper, Kevin DeYoung and others (I’m an other) See you there.

CROSS CON27 | A Conference for 18-25 Year Olds

A gospel-centered conference for 18-25 year olds and their leaders. December 31, 2026 - January 2, 2027 in St Louis, MO.

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Cross is a “must attend” conference for anyone in the 18-25 year old set who have any interest in Missions. A Bible drenched, cross focused, event filled with Godly wisdom about how you can be a part of the Great Commission! Register here: crosscon.com

CROSS CON27 | A Conference for 18-25 Year Olds

A gospel-centered conference for 18-25 year olds and their leaders. December 31, 2026 - January 2, 2027 in St Louis, MO.

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