Wade and Martha's Mission Decisions

Martha and Wade Stills Sharp left their Massachusetts home to help in Europe on the brink of war. On a Sunday night in 1939, Wade received a call from Everett Baker, inviting them to undertake a mission against evil overseas. Despite the risks and having two small children, they felt compelled to act, as others had declined due to the impending war. They decided to leave their children in good hands and proceed with the mission.

What motivated Martha and Wade Stills Sharp to leave their home?

• A desire for adventure

• A call to help people in danger

• A family reunion

• A job opportunity

Who called Wade on the significant Sunday night in 1939?

• His brother

• His closest friend, Everett Baker

• A government official

• A church member

What was the purpose of Everett Baker's invitation to Wade and Martha?

• To attend a family gathering

• To discuss a new business venture

• To undertake a mission against evil overseas

• To plan a vacation

How many men had turned down the mission before Wade was asked?

• Ten

• Seventeen

• Five

• Twenty

What concern did Wade have about accepting the mission?

• Leaving their children behind

• The financial cost

• The weather conditions

• The length of the mission

What was the main reason others turned down the mission?

• Health issues

• Lack of interest

• Family commitments

• Fear of impending war

What was Wade's condition for accepting the mission?

• He wanted to take his children along

• He required more information

• He needed a higher salary

• He would only go if Martha agreed