Contextualization Doesn’t Mean What You Think It Means
Without commitment to learning language and culture, it’s futile to talk about meaningfully “contextualizing” the gospel.
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Egypt, My People: 3 Ways to Pray for the Egyptian Church
The Egyptians church has faced external and internal threats, yet a new generation is taking the gospel more seriously.
Race, Evolution, and Missions
What are the connections between Darwinism and racism, and why is the gospel the only solution to partiality? Dr. Charles Ware answers.
Global Missions and the Treason of Conversion
Many missions methods emphasize the ease of conversion, but the decision to follow Christ must be understood as a virtual act of treason.
5 Motives for Muslim Ministry
If we care about the fame of Jesus, the truth of the Bible, the power of the cross, and the love and glory of God, we will find our hearts drawn to the world’s Muslims.
The Urgency of Eternity and the Dangers of Pragmatism
Brooks Buser of Radius International shares why taking the gospel to the least reach matters—and why method matters too.
The State of Missions in Africa
Is Africa still the “dark continent”? However one describes it, the African continent is also a place of great gospel opportunity.
Is ‘Marketplace Missions’ Sustainable?
Mark Silvers shares how a new approach to mobilization is helping workplace professionals find their calling as disciple-makers.
The State of Missions in Asia and the Pacific
The church in Asia is exploding with growth—but it’s still surrounded by the world’s largest concentration of unreached peoples.
9 Marks of Healthy Missions
The best thing believers can do for missions is to build healthy churches at home.
Spiders, Snakes, and Civil Wars: How Risky Is ‘Too Risky’ in Missions?
It’s time to have an honest discussion about the other everyday risks of missionary life.
What Missionaries Need to Know About the Faith and Works Debate
Chris Bruno explains why Paul and James’ different language on justification has more to do with contextualization than disagreement.
Lessons From the ‘Apostle to the Indians’
This pioneering Puritan missionary centered his entire outreach to the first Americans around one theme: adoration of Christ.
Celebrating 35 Years: Laura Kuykendall
After encouraging her students to surrender to God’s will, a teacher found herself in a position to practice what she preached.
What Is the Mission of God’s People?
Why has God left his church in the world? Scott Dunford explains the biblical answer we often get wrong.
Her Name Was Mai Tai Sing
When Mai Tai Sing was martyred, her husband was driven deeper into his newfound hope in Christ.
A Change in Perspective
New research shows ISIS extremism is not welcome in most Muslim countries.
Beyond the Veil
As more Christians in the West encounter Muslims and refugees, the church has an opportunity to do missions without leaving home.
