1. to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ to every creature (Mark 16:15)
2. to make disciple of every nation (Matthew 28:19)
3. to encourage Christians to remain steadfast in the apostles' doctrine
and fellowship, in the breaking of bread, and in prayers (Acts 2:42)
4. to equip the saints for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ (Ephesians 4:12)
5. to serve the community in every possible Christian way
6. to send personnel and Christian influence throughout the world.