What if your mission field is closer than you think? When we hear the word missions, we often picture airplanes, foreign countries, organized mission trips, and people traveling across the world to share the Gospel. But what if missions aren't just something certain Christians do? What if missions are something every follower of Jesus is called to be part of? In Episode 15 of Remember Who The King Is, Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince, and Mark Berry step away from their regular journey through Matthew for a special conversation about missions, serving others, and living out the Great Commission. Mark recently returned from his first international mission trip to Costa Rica, where he joined a team from his church to serve alongside the Costa Rica Mission Project. What began as an opportunity to help renovate church facilities became something much more personal. Mark shares how the experience challenged his perspective, deepened his gratitude, introduced him to an incredible community of believers, and inspired him to think differently about serving people right here at home. And that leads to a question for all of us: Are we waiting for a mission trip when God has already placed a mission field right in front of us? In this episode, we discuss: Why missions are the responsibility of every follower of JesusThe Great Commission and what it means to go and make disciplesMark's first international mission trip to Costa RicaWhat inspired Mark to step outside his comfort zoneThe work his team accomplished renovating church and ministry facilitiesThe Costa Rica Mission Project and the ministry of Will BaileyHow worship, prayer, service, and fellowship bring believers togetherThe powerful experience of worshiping alongside Christians who speak another languageWhat Mark learned about gratitude, community, and generosityWhy giving your time can be just as meaningful as giving financiallyHow serving others can change the person doing the servingWhy missions involve more than preaching or having theological conversationsThe importance of building genuine relationships before trying to influence someone's lifeHow a simple conversation can open the door to sharing JesusWhy you don't have to travel overseas to make a differenceHow one decision to serve can create a chain reaction that impacts countless livesThe mission doesn't begin when you board an airplane. One of the most important passages we discuss is Matthew 28:19–20, where Jesus commands His followers to go and make disciples of all nations. Notice what Jesus doesn't say. He doesn't simply tell us to get people into a church building. He doesn't tell us to leave the work to pastors, missionaries, or church committees. He tells us to GO. For some people, that might mean traveling across the world. For others, it might mean serving at a local ministry, helping a struggling neighbor, volunteering in the community, or simply taking the time to have a genuine conversation with someone who needs encouragement. You don't have to know everything about the Bible to show someone the love of Christ. You don't need a plane ticket to make a difference. Sometimes the first step is as simple as asking someone: "How are you really doing?" And actually caring about the answer. Throughout this conversation, Mark shares how the people he traveled to serve ended up teaching him valuable lessons about faith, gratitude, relationships, and community. He went to Costa Rica hoping to make a difference. He returned home wanting to do even more. That's what makes this conversation so important. Missions shouldn't simply be an event on our church calendar. They should be part of the way we live. Whether God calls you across the ocean or across the street, the mission remains the same: love people, serve others, share the Gospel, and point people toward Jesus Christ. What could happen if every Christian decided to take just one step outside their comfort zone? One conversation. One act of service. One opportunity to help. One decision to go. You never know how many lives God might touch through that one decision. Join Chad, Donnie, and Mark for an encouraging conversation about the Great Commission, international missions, everyday evangelism, and discovering the mission field God has already placed around you. Scripture Focus: Matthew 28:19–20; Mark 16:15 Hosts: Chad Muncy, Donnie Prince & Mark Berry Featured Ministry: Costa Rica Mission Project Scripture. Truth. Real life. Jesus is King. Remember Who The King Is. For more information about the podcast and to learn about future resources and shows, visit www.remembertheking.com