An introduction to ecclesiastical theology
"Mission--a driving force in the long Christian story--today is often cast as the embarrassing relative of tall-steeple religiosity. In our wider culture it's now tucked in the endnotes of book-club histories or forms the ghostlike ellipses in the six o-clock news. But in Introducing Christian Mission Today, Michael Goheen incorporates the keen missional insights of Lesslie Newbigin, David Bosc…
First, the main contents of the gospel of grace is briefly set forth in terms of theology (chapter 1). Then this same gospel is set forth in terms of philosophy (chapters 2-4). Finally, this gospel is presented to the "natural man" in order that he might be saved (chapters 5-11). It is especially in the last chapters that controversial matters have been brought in. Even so, the main goal throug…
The author challenges congregations, pastors, youth leaders and parents to take a hard look at what is happening to today's youth. In a society where Christianity is no longer the dominant culture, the task of raising children with Christian life habits, integrity, and faith is far more demanding than ever before. Drawing on thirty years of experience working with young people, Dawn encourages …
"An unprecedented mix of pentecostal theology and mission practice, virtually a manifesto for pentecostal missions in the nineties. ... The fullest and finest missiological treatise originating within classical Pentecostalism available."--Russell P. Spittler