Transforming Mission: Paradigm Shifts in Theology of Mission

Author: David J. Bosch
Publisher: Orbis Books
ISBN: 1608331466
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 657

Book Description
"David Bosch's Transforming Mission, now available in over a dozen languages, is widely recognized as an historic and magisterial contribution to the study of mission. Examining the entire sweep of Christian tradition, he shows how five paradigms have historically encapsulated the Christian understanding of mission and then outlines the characteristics of an emerging postmodern paradigm dialectically linking the transcendent and imminent dimensions of salvation. In this new anniversary edition, Darrel Guder and Martin Reppenhagen explore the impact of Bosch s work and the unfolding application of his seminal vision." --

Mission as Transformation

Author: Vinay Samuel
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
ISBN: 160608402X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 541

Book Description
Centered on the rule of Christ over the whole of life, explores multiple aspects of holistic ministry including proclamation, evangelism, and social transformation.

Transforming Mission Theology

Author: Charles Van Engen
Publisher: William Carey Library Publishers
ISBN: 9780878086351
Category : Missions
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Missiology permeated with theological reflection. This volume is the culmination of Van Engen's teachings, but takes us to an even deeper level. Since mission is first and foremost God's mission, theological reflection must be permeated by missiological understanding and our missiology must be permeated with theological reflection. Mission theology is an activity of the Church of Jesus Christ seeking to understand more deeply why, how, when, where, and wherefore the followers of Jesus may participate in God's mission, in God's world.

Transforming Culture

Author: Sherwood G. Lingenfelter
Publisher: Baker Academic
ISBN: 0801021782
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 192

Book Description
Lingenfelter sets out a model for understanding the workings of a society and then applies this model to conflicts missionaries and nationals often face over economic and social issues. He makes the second edition more accessible than the first by clarifying concepts, adding case studies, and reducing the book's length. October '98 publication date.

On Kingdom Business

Author: Tetsunao Yamamori
Publisher: Crossway
ISBN: 9781581345025
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 358

Book Description
This book provides a conceptual foundation for kingdom entrepreneurship and explores its development using case studies of kingdom businesses and reflecting on the lessons kingdom entrepreneurs have already learned.

Transcending Mission

Author: Michael W. Stroope
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
ISBN: 0830882251
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 479

Book Description
Is the language of mission clearly evident across the broad reaches of time? Or has the modern missionary enterprise distorted our view of the past? Michael Stroope investigates how the modern church has come to understand, speak of, and engage in the global expansion of Christianity, offering a hopeful way forward in this pressing conversation.

Transforming Command

Author: Eitan Shamir
Publisher: Stanford University Press
ISBN: 0804772037
Category : Political Science
Languages : en
Pages : 284

Book Description
The book tells the story of the theory and history of the mission command approach (decentralized command) and the attempts by different armies to adopt and reform according to this approach.

Mission-shaped Spirituality

Author: Susan Hope
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 1596271299
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 169

Book Description
Combining real-life case studies with vital lessons from her own personal journey, Susan Hope explores what happens to us on the inside when we cross boundaries and become missional Christians. This discerning book reflects on the inner resources and attitude of mind required to engage in mission in a post-modern, multicultural society.

Transforming Worldviews

Author: Paul G. Hiebert
Publisher: Baker Academic
ISBN: 1441200983
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 368

Book Description
In the past, changes in behavior and in belief have been leading indicators for missionaries that Christian conversion had occurred. But these alone--or even together--are insufficient for a gospel understanding of conversion. For effective biblical mission, Paul G. Hiebert argues, we must add a third element: a change in worldview. Here he offers a comprehensive study of worldview--its philosophy, its history, its characteristics, and the means for understanding it. He then provides a detailed analysis of several worldviews that missionaries must engage today, addressing the impact of each on Christianity and mission. A biblical worldview is outlined for comparison. Finally, Hiebert argues for gospel ministry that seeks to transform people's worldviews and offers suggestions for how to do so.

The Church on Mission

Author: Craig Ott
Publisher: Baker Academic
ISBN: 1493418165
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 166

Book Description
In this scripturally rich exploration, senior missiologist Craig Ott unpacks the mission statement of the church: to glorify God by multiplying transformational churches among all people. This concise yet robust biblical-theological treatment focuses on God's glory, a strong ecclesiology, the importance of Scripture, and practical implications for congregational and mission practice. Ideal for launching discussion and reflection, the book helps readers refocus their vision and reignite their commitment to fulfilling God's purposes for their church or mission.