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The Mission: Peace in Hostile Territory - Missional (Philippians 4:6-7)

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Father Gabriel approaches the Guaraní with peace—no weapons, no anxiety, just oboe music and presence. His peace in hostile territory witnesses to the God he serves. Missional theology sees Philippians 4:6-7 as essential for cross-cultural mission. Anxiety about results, safety, or reception undermines witness; peace communicates confidence in God. "Prayer and supplication with thanksgiving" keeps missionaries dependent on God, not strategy. The peace that guards hearts enables presence in places fear would flee. Gabriel's peace was itself proclamation: the God of peace sent him.

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