With so few examples of single men in missions and too narrow of a missional focuses, we have developed five Archetypes. While limited in their scope, we hope you discover a small picture of how you might serve the Lord overseas.
The Archetypes
A) After a full day of hiking, you arrive on the mountaintop to an extraordinary view.
B) You cross off the final task on your to-do list.
C) You discover a new concept in the book you are reading.
D) You complete a complex spreadsheet full of clever inputs and calculations.
E) You bring a group of friends to laughter with your storytelling.
Archetypes Quiz
Discover how you might serve Lord in the missions. As you work through the quiz below, write down your answers (the letters) to discover your results.
Which brings you the greatest sense of accomplishment upon completion?
A) You go on a walk or bike ride.
B) You charge into an arduous workout.
C) You read a book.
D) You work on a repair or construction project.
E) You hit up a friend to hangout.
You have a spare couple hours, how do you spend the time?
A) Praying on a nature walk.
B) Doing simple person-to-person evangelism.
C) Delving deep into theological exploration.
D) Humbly serving the church with your hands or skills.
E) Gathering a group Bible study or fellowship time.
When do you feel closest to God or most comfortable?
A) "Want to go camping this weekend?"
B) "Would you be able to mow the widow next door's lawn?"
C) "I am curious what you think about..."
D) "Could you help me with a project?"
E) "Party tonight. You in?"
Your friend texts you. Which message is most exciting?
A) Being trapped in a 9-to-5 office job.
B) Injustices against the helpless.
C) A public book burning.
D) Seeing someone defile a historic piece of art.
E) Being stuck cooped up and alone.
Which creates a visceral reaction in you?
A) A prayer-filled nature retreat.
B) The guidance of a close mentor.
C) A sermon perfectly connects your recent musings.
D) Entering an otherworldly cathedral.
E) Giving a speech at a local ministry.
What were influential moments or influences in your Christian walk?
A) Onward
B) Part of
C) Inward
D) Alongside
E) In front
Lightning round! Pick the most compelling:
A) Adventure
B) Obey
C) Study
D) Build
E) Compel
Pick your favorite action word.
A) Edmund Hillary: English Mountaineer
B) Alfred the Great: Knight King
C) Socrates: Ancient Intellectual
D) Brunelleschi: Renaissance Architect
E) Mark Twain: Southern Storyteller
Pick a historic figure.
Count your answers (A-E) to find which is your primary selection. Each letter corresponds to a specific Archetype. If your counts are the same between multiple letters, you should explore both of the Archetypes. Our intent is to break away from the stereotypes of missionaries and share a more fleshed-out picture of that work and life.
A → Explorer: the Faithful Pioneer
B → Warrior: the Obedient Soldier
C → Philosopher: the Intentional Thinker
D → Technician: the Content Craftsman
E → Entertainer: the Charismatic Leader
Discover Your Results
Your Results:
Read about the Archetypes and more in our Articles library.
Entertainer
the Charismatic Leader
Technician
the Content Craftsman
Philosopher
the Intentional Thinker
Warrior
the Obedient Soldier
Explorer
the Faithful Pioneer
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