Contextualization in the New Testament: Patterns for Theology and Mission
Evangelicals have a love-hate relationship with contextualization. We know we need to do it, but we’re concerned that the process will lead to syncretism.
Evangelicals have a love-hate relationship with contextualization. We know we need to do it, but we’re concerned that the process will lead to syncretism.
The scriptures are full of admonitions and promises related to waiting upon the Lord. Countless sermons have been preached on it, and many thousands of troubled hearts have been encouraged by references to the subject.
This comprehensive book composed of contributions by eighty authors, including a few Muslims, covers four major areas.
As a church planting missionary, I have made a remarkable observation. Lost people, without Christ and without hope in this world, have a much better chance of hearing the gospel of saving grace from a missionary if they live near an international school.
In God is at Work Ken Eldred calls evangelicals to develop a new view of God’s purpose for business as a vehicle for holistically enhancing the kingdom. The global Church underutilizes business to the detriment of both.
Most successful businesses have clearly articulated their mission and vision statements. Most have also implemented a strategic plan that will help accomplish their organization’s mission and vision. The Church has had a vision statement for over two thousand years.
The issue of evangelizing non-Christian peoples has become one of the most controversial practices in our pluralistic world today. Is it appropriate to engage in evangelism in this diverse, multicultural twenty-first century? Is it insensitive?
A veteran missions director shares six challenges the North American Church faces concerning world missions—and how to deal with these challenges.
“So, what’s your view on the Messianic movement?” This loaded question is likely to elicit answers as varied as the respondents.
The 2004 Accra Trauma Healing Workshop brought healing to many African leaders. Two years later, the results are impacting others as well.
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