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Our Philosophy of Cultivation

Since 1996, The Blessings Foundation has offered the Blessings Seminarian Scholarship with the hope of cultivating servants who are fit for the Lord’s use and able to serve in the field of cultural mission. We refer to these seminarians and graduates as members of the “Blessings family.”

Based on Jesus’ teaching about the faithful servant (Matthew 24:45–47; 25:20–23), we have identified the following four principles as the focus of our cultivation:

1

Vigilance: Constant Prayer

All work that brings eternal blessing must be accomplished through the Holy Spirit. Therefore, we value prayer deeply and encourage Blessings family members to carry out all ministry through prayer.

2

Goodness: A Devout Life

God is holy, and the Lord’s servants must reflect his glory and beauty in their lives and work. Therefore, we emphasize integrity and authenticity, and encourage Blessings family members to relate to one another with sincerity and honesty.

3

Faithfulness: Wise Service

God-given resources should be used properly and to their fullest potential. Therefore, we emphasize responsibility even in small things, and encourage Blessings family members to give their best in everything.

4

Discernment: An Understanding of the Times

Christian ministry is a spiritual battle against the god of this world. Therefore, we encourage Blessings family members to understand the pulse of the times and make good use of new technologies, so that their ministry may have lasting impact.

How We Put This into Practice

Blessings-supported seminarians often study at different seminaries. While they are in school, we not only provide financial support but also do our best to support them in various ways, including regular contact, constant prayer, visits from the president, and monthly family letters from the seminarians.

We care for seminarians according to the following principles:

  1. Spiritual guidance:Building strong relationship and providing spiritual counselling whenever needed.
  2. Family Strengthening:Valuing the growth of each family and caring for marital and parent-child relationships.
  3. Models of Service:The president and board members seek to lead by example and share lessons from their own ministry experience.
  4. Mentorship:Encouraging older Blessings family members to accompany younger seminarians for a period of time.

After graduation, we continue to stay in touch with them, care for them, and pray for them. At the end of each year, we invite all Blessings family members to write thanksgiving family letters and compile them into a booklet, helping everyone maintain long-term relationships.

Visitations of BF Family Members by President Rev. Chen