SYMPOSIUM: Who Really Is an Apostle?
Perhaps it is time to reconsider what we are trying to read into the office of an apostle. Rasmussen proposes a new view of the term and four others respond.
An Urgent Plea for Disciplistic Baptism in the Buddhist Context
The supreme task given to the Church is the disciplization of all nations. Each generation ought to discern its unique context and how to implement disciplistic baptism.
The Global Church: A Journey toward the Other
By entering into a kenotic relationship with the stranger, we extend a true welcome. A better model for doing mission.
Role of Missionary Kids in the Local Emerging Church
MKs’ personalities, values, and experiences reflect the values of the emerging Church. MKs, in fact, are in a unique position to contribute to the local church and shape its vision.
The Changing Environment of World Mission: Six Areas of Importance
Deculturation is speeding up. And it’s happening worldwide. We must, therefore, ask ourselves, Is the mission industry keeping up with these changes?
Church-planting Metrics: Measure What’s Important
A method for developing a measurement instrument that can guide leaders to define the end goal and that provides church planters with a graphic picture of progress.
The Monkey and the Fish
Through describing his own personal journey, the author shares how God’s people can do their best work, following the leading of the Holy Spirit.
Is It Time? How to Know When It’s Time to Leave the Field
Conscientiousness and commitment are vital qualities of effective Christian workers, but over-conscientious workers do not listen to their limitations as humans.
Reflections on Arab Spring
In a world where geo-political considerations dominate the news, another question looms large in a more eternal direction: “What are the implications of this for an Arab Spring of gospel advance?”