Mission Networks: Connecting the Global Church
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April 1, 2015
In our interconnected and globalized world, mission networks are playing an increasingly important role in shaping Great Commission strategies.
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Orality Is Just Good Missiology
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April 1, 2015
Of the estimated seven thousand extant languages in the world, less than one percent have well-developed written traditions.
Apostles of Reason: The Crises of Authority in American Evangelicalism
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April 1, 2015
by Molly Worthen Oxford University Press —Reviewed by Lee Beach, assistant professor, Christian ministry, McMaster Divinity College If evangelicals were to subject themselves to the psychologist’s couch, then they might
With an Eye on the Future
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April 1, 2015
At the Missio Nexus-sponsored North American Mission Leaders Conference last September, a reception took place honoring the 50th anniversary of EMQ. As part of the program, I was asked to make some comments on what I thought EMQ might be keeping its eye on in the future. It occurred to me that my list might be of interest to all of our readers. For the anniversary, I came up with three items. Another has come to mind since, so I’ll offer it here as well.
Connecting with Muslims: A Guide to Communicating Effectively
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April 1, 2015
by Fouad Masri InterVarsity Press —Reviewed by Rev. Dr. Fred Farrokh, Muslim-background Christian; ordained missionary, Elim Fellowship Do you believe in Jesus? Do you believe in God? Do you
SYMPOSIUM: The Unengaged: An Engaging Strategy….Or Not?
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April 1, 2015
Over the past year or two, there has been a big push by a number of missionary agencies to “engage the unengaged.” Partnerships have been created, lists have been drawn up, and the sense is that momentum must be built for this missiological concept.
Crossing Cultures with Ruth: Lessons on Thriving in Mission
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April 1, 2015
by James Nelson Global Mapping International —Reviewed by Lynn D. Shmidt, mission practitioner; associate professor of mission, Asbury University At first glance, one wonders what the story of Ruth could
SYMPOSIUM RESPONSE #1: Balance in Mission Strategy
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April 1, 2015
Ted Esler’s article is a careful missiological reflection on the unengaged paradigm. His argument for “robust missiological dialogue” is convincing. It is desirable that mission strategists and missiologists have more time for fellowship and dialogue.
Lord and Saviour: Jesus of Nazareth
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April 1, 2015
by Alister McGrath SPCK —Reviewed by George F. Pickens, professor, theology and mission; coordinator, Peace and Conflict Studies Program, Messiah College Most studies of world Christianity focus on the
SYMPOSIUM RESPONSE #2: A “Straw-man” Case?
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April 1, 2015
In his final words to his followers, Jesus told them to make disciples of all nations or peoples. The idea that 2,000 years later there should still be unengaged, unreached people groups is a sad and heartbreaking indictment of the Global Church. Despite 12 million vocational workers and 43,000 denominations, we seem unable to make disciples in the few thousand people groups that remain.
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