Introduction to the Joshua Project

The Joshua Project exists to shine a light on the world’s overlooked and least‑reached peoples, reminding the global Church that every culture, every language, and every family line matters deeply to God. By gathering and sharing clear, thoughtful data, it helps believers see where the gospel has yet to take root and invites them into God’s heart for all nations.

At its core, the Joshua Project is a call to awaken compassion and courage—equipping Christians to pray, go, and give with intention so that no people group remains unseen. It fuels a vision of the Great Commission fulfilled: vibrant communities of Christ‑followers rising up in every corner of the earth, each one a testament to God’s love for all peoples.

Global Mission Trends – The Big Picture

The Joshua Project developed the Global Mission Trends – The Big Picture

God is at work around the world like never before — but the mission is not finished.

Encouragement and Urgency

Christianity is growing rapidly in many parts of the world, especially outside North America and Europe. At the same time, billions of people still have little or no access to the Gospel. This creates both great encouragement and great urgency.

What’s Encouraging

• Massive global growth of Christianity, especially in Africa, Asia, and Latin America
• Explosive growth in places like China, Iran, Indonesia, India, and parts of Africa
• Movements to Christ among Muslims, something almost unheard of historically
• The Global South has become the new center of Christianity — and is now sending missionaries
• Bible translation is accelerating, with real hope that every language may soon have Scripture

What’s Concerning

• Evangelical growth has slowed since the 1990s, especially in the West
• The number of non‑Christians is still increasing worldwide
• Most missionaries and mission funding go to places that already have churches
• Thousands of people groups remain unreached, many in restricted or dangerous regions
• 95% of pastors globally lack formal training, creating a leadership gap

What’s Changing

• Missions is no longer “Western‑led” — it is global and collaborative
• The future is partnership: local churches, mission agencies, and national believers working together
• Disciple‑making movements are key, but must be paired with strong leadership development
• North American missionaries still matter — especially in training, mentoring, and innovation

The Bottom Line

• God is advancing His Kingdom globally.
• Most people alive today still do not know Christ.
• The Great Commission requires focus on the unreached, strategic use of resources, and deep collaboration.
• We are invited to align our lives, churches, and resources with what God is already doing among the nations.

“A great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language…” (Revelation 7:9)

Conclusion: A Call to Action

This PowerPoint slide on Global Missions inspires all disciples of Christ to continue our mission, reminding us that there is still plenty of work to be done—and some may even be in our own hometown! GO!!