Download or read book Apostolic Function written by Alan R. Johnson and published by William Carey Publishing. This book was released on 2009-06-01 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the past we have focused on the “why” of missions in terms of motives, the “what” of missions in terms of the content of the message, and the “how” of missions in terms of methodologies and strategies, but the “where” question, in terms of where we send cross-cultural workers, has simply been assumed; it has meant crossing a geographic boundary. In Apostolic Function in 21st Century Missions, Alan R. Johnson introduces the idea of apostolic function as the paradigm of missionary self-identity that reminds us to focus our efforts on where Christ is not named. He then examines in detail the “where” paradigm in missions, frontier mission missiology, with a sympathetic critique and a review of the major contributions of unreached people group thinking. Johnson concludes by illustrating his notion of seeking to integrate missions paradigms and discussing of issues that relate specifically to the “where” questions of missions today. 2nd in the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, J. Philip Hogan World Missions Series

Download or read book Missionary Education written by Kim Christiaens and published by Leuven University Press. This book was released on 2021 with total page 334 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Missionaries have been subject to academic and societal debate. Some scholars highlight their contribution to the spread of modernity and development among local societies, whereas others question their motives and emphasise their inseparable connection with colonialism. In this volume, fifteen authors – from both Europe and the Global South – address these often polemical positions by focusing on education, one of the most prominent fields in which missionaries have been active. They elaborate on Protestantism as well as Catholicism, work with cases from the 18th to the 21st century, and cover different colonial empires in Asia and Africa. The volume introduces new angles, such as gender, the agency of the local population, and the perspective of the child.

Download or read book Relational Missionary Training written by Enoch Wan and published by . This book was released on 2017-01-30 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reality is based on relationships between created beings and Creator Beings. Mission work is about human beings who are in relationship with God introducing yet other human beings to Him. God's purpose is relational. Our calling in mission is relational and training for mission also needs to be relational.

Download or read book Well Sent written by Steve Beirn and published by CLC Publications. This book was released on 2015-09-29 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steve Beirn moves the conversation on global missionary sending from the mission agency to the front door of the local church. With a special chapter by George Murray, Well Sent equips local churches in launching missionary sending through scalable guidance, accessible illustrations and practical action points. More than a how-to manual, Well Sent critically evaluates topics such as sending perception and evaluation of the missionary call. This book will prepare potential missionary candidates for service and support the missional efforts of any church.

Download or read book Training Missionaries written by Evelyn Hibbert and published by William Carey Publishing. This book was released on 2016-09-08 with total page 271 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Missionaries must know God, be able to relate well to other people, understand and engage with another culture, and be able to use the Bible in a way that informs all aspects of their lives and ministries. Missionary training must address each of these areas if it is to help Christians to be effective in taking the gospel to the ends of the earth. Effective training has been shown to prevent people from prematurely leaving the field. It also reduces the danger of cross-cultural workers uncritically exporting culturally bound forms of Christianity. This book details four key areas that every missionary training program, whatever its context, must focus on developing. It shows how these can be holistically addressed in a learning community where trainers and trainees engage in cross-cultural ministry together.

Download or read book Eldership and the Mission of God written by J.R. Briggs and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2015-01-23 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The biblical model for church leadership is found not only in pastors but also in teams of elders who oversee, shepherd, teach, equip and guide the community into God's mission. In this practical guide, J.R. Briggs and Bob Hyatt unpack the role, character and posture of a mission-oriented elder.

Download or read book Shift written by Mark E. Tidsworth and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Through deconstructing the large-scale cultural shifts over the last 50 years, Mark Tidsworth helps make sense of the current cultural context for churches in North America. Then Tidsworth identifies and follows three hopeful shifts every church is called to make: member identity to disciple identity, attractional to missional church, and consumer culture to sacred partnering.

Download or read book Mission 21St Century written by Ys Rajan and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-19 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a transformative journey into the future with Ys Rajan's visionary manifesto, "Mission 21st Century." Step into a world of boundless possibilities and daring innovation as Rajan charts a course for humanity's next great adventure. In this groundbreaking work, Rajan offers a bold blueprint for navigating the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century, inspiring readers to embrace change and harness the power of technology for the greater good. Themes of progress, sustainability, and global cooperation resonate throughout the narrative, inviting readers to reimagine the world and their place within it. With insight and foresight, Rajan explores the transformative potential of emerging technologies, from artificial intelligence to renewable energy, and challenges readers to seize the opportunities that lie ahead. Through meticulous research and visionary thinking, Rajan presents a compelling vision of a future where innovation drives progress and prosperity for all. Drawing on his vast experience in science, technology, and policy, he offers practical solutions to some of the most pressing challenges facing humanity, from climate change to poverty alleviation. The overall tone of the book is one of optimism and urgency, as Rajan calls on readers to embrace a spirit of innovation and collaboration in pursuit of a brighter future. With its blend of optimism, pragmatism, and idealism, "Mission 21st Century" inspires readers to become active participants in shaping the world of tomorrow. "Mission 21st Century" has earned widespread acclaim for its visionary ideas, actionable insights, and inspiring vision of the future. Critics and readers alike have praised Rajan's ability to distill complex concepts into accessible language and his unwavering commitment to building a better world for future generations. Whether you're a scientist, a policymaker, or simply a concerned citizen, "Mission 21st Century" offers a roadmap for navigating the challenges and opportunities of the modern world. It's a call to action for individuals and communities to come together and embrace the promise of a brighter tomorrow. Don't miss your chance to join the mission for a better future with Ys Rajan as your guide. Grab your copy now and embark on a journey of discovery, innovation, and hope that will inspire you to change the world.

Download or read book TEE for the 21st Century written by David Burke and published by Langham Global Library. This book was released on 2021-09-14 with total page 362 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Theological education is at a global crossroads. Although many traditional programmes struggle to maintain student enrolment, today’s environment gives exciting opportunities to serve the global church in ways that are multi-level, accessible, and educationally effective. TEE for the 21st Century utilizes missiological, educational, and sociological perspectives to explore theological education by extension (TEE) as a powerful contemporary tool for equipping the global church for its global mission. Multi-authored by a global team of discipline experts, brought together by the Increase Association, this book speaks to the real-life training needs of today’s church. Addressed to leaders, teachers, and practitioners, it offers a robust framework for critically evaluating the impact of TEE on the formation of whole-life disciples in a wide variety of contexts and locations. With a proven track record across Asia, Latin America, and Africa, TEE has a role to play in the future of the church, empowering every member to fulfil their God-given calling to ministry and mission.

Download or read book How to Reach the West Again written by Timothy J Keller and published by . This book was released on 2020-03-10 with total page 60 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Christianity is declining in the West. Churches in the United States, Canada, Australia, and Europe are closing their doors at an accelerating rate. How will the church respond? In this short but sweeping manifesto, New York Times bestselling author and pastor Timothy Keller argues that this decline should prompt us to rethink evangelism from the ground up. Using the early church as our guide, churches and individual Christians must examine ourselves, our culture, and Scripture to work toward a new missionary encounter with Western culture that will make the gospel both attractive and credible to a new generation.

Download or read book Introducing Christian Mission Today written by Michael W. Goheen and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2014-07-14 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Michael Goheen gives us a full-scale introduction to mission studies today in its biblical, theological and historical dimensions. Goheen covers the full horizon of major issues in mission, including its global, urban and holistic contexts. This text shows how the missional church encounters the pluralism of Western culture and global religions.

Download or read book Mission Between the Times written by C. René Padilla and published by Langham Monographs. This book was released on 2010-10-04 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised version includes a new essay on the contemporary history of integral mission, a history that began with the Latin American Theological Fellowship, progressed within the Lausanne Movement, is bearing fruit globally through the Micah Network, and challenges evangelicals to address the major issues of our day. By almost any measure, a bold and confident use of the Bible is a hallmark of Christianity. Underlying such use are a number of assumptions about the origin, nature and form of the biblical literature, concerning its authority, diversity and message. However, a lack of confidence in the clarity or perspicuity of Scripture is apparent in Western Christianity. Despite recent, sophisticated analyses, the doctrine is ignored or derided by many. While there is a contemporary feel to these responses, the debate itself is not new. In this excellent study, Mark Thompson surveys past and present objections to the clarity of Scripture; expounds the living God as the Guarantor of his accessible, written Word; engages with the hermeneutical challenges; and restates the doctrine for today.

Download or read book The Shaping of Things to Come written by Michael Frost and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2013-03-01 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In a time when the need for and the relevance of the Gospel has seldom been greater, the relevance of the church has seldom been less. The Shaping of Things to Come explores why the church needs to rebuild itself from the bottom up. Frost and Hirsch present a clear understanding of how the church can change to face the unique challenges of the twenty-first century. This missional classic has been thoroughly revised and updated.

Download or read book T4t written by Steve Smith and published by Wigtake Resources LLC. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The story behind the world's fastest growing church planting movement and how it can happen in your community!"--front cover.

Download or read book Biblical Foundations for 21st Century World Mission written by Thomas Schirrmacher and published by Wipf and Stock Publishers. This book was released on 2018-05-10 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1. God is the first missionary. God was the first missionary. He spoke of judgment, but also of grace. Immediately after the Fall of man, when humanity’s history already appeared doomed, God did not leave things as they were. Rather, in his grace he himself came into the Garden of Eden to search for Adam and Eve and to ask, “Where are you?” (Genesis 3:9). Like every good missionary, God was not deterred by the fact that humanity did not want to hear the good news. He proclaimed judgment to them, and then he proclaimed the coming redemption (Genesis 3:14–21). If a missionary is someone who brings the message of judgment and God’s gracious answer for that judgment to people, not all of whom want to hear it (John 1:11: “He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him”), then God himself is and was the first missionary.” (Thesis 1)

Download or read book Exalt His Name written by Vernon M. Whaley and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book updates and expands on decades of experience from Dr. Whaley's notable ministry in worship and music studies. These inseperable dual elements in the life of the Church are enhanced by his biblically based insights for practical instruction to renew thier function in the local church . Designed for music and worship leaders, vocalists, instrumentalists, and the congregation at large. This study course will be helpful helpful and enouraging , regardless of the church's worship style.

Download or read book Internationalizing Missionary Training written by William David Taylor and published by Baker Publishing Group. This book was released on 1991-01-01 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: