“Therefore, we ought to support such people so that we can be coworkers with the truth.” (v. 8)

Right now—right now!—there is an unlimited ceiling for missions support.

And we have good reason to channel our resources for the mission: With nearly three thousand people groups yet to be engaged with the Gospel, with hundreds of thousands dying daily without having heard the name of Jesus, and with willing workers standing ready to go (if only they were funded!), our monetary support could accomplish so much.

This is the reminder John gives the church in his late epistle. When we partner with mission strategies—and when we directly fund those who are sent—we become coworkers for the cause of Christ. Certainly this is about more than money, as our prayers and even our shorter-term missions adventures position us as coworkers, too. But there is an invitation and an expectation—specifically for the church—that its mission collaboration will emphasize generous funding for those sent to the nations.

And it is joy! You get to partner with them, in Christ, for the sake of the truth—and that truth is setting wanderers free when they hear it. So give! Your coworkers are counting on you.

— Tyler