Biblical Perspectives On The Role Of Immigrants In God’S Mission,
2018
Fuller Theological Seminary
Biblical Perspectives On The Role Of Immigrants In God’S Mission, Charles Van Engen
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
"I believe that when we begin to fully understand the Bible’s missiological and instrumental perspectives with regard to the migrant and stranger, we may possibly gain a better grasp of, and live more fully in, the missionary vision expressed in 1 Peter 2. If the church of Jesus Christ truly saw itself as a pilgrim community whose land and nation are not of this earth, then the Christian church would begin to understand that it is itself a community of migrants—ambassadors, yes (2 Cor 5)—but even so, migrants. This perspective is not a purely managerial or activist viewpoint. Rather this …
God’S Call To Embrace The Stranger,
2018
Andrews University
God’S Call To Embrace The Stranger, Samia Sanchez
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
"The refugee crisis is being used by God in his provision to bring millions of refugees into our communities, giving God’s people an opportunity to introduce them to the loving, caring God of the Bible. God wants to reach them as he wants to give them new hope and a new life, for now and eternity. In this God invites us to be his hand, his feet, and reflect his loving heart as we interact with these new arrivals in our cities and towns. Furthermore, in reaching out to them it just might be another way God seeks to save …
The Impact Of Trauma: How Do We Present Jesus To Those So Fractured?,
2018
Andrews University
The Impact Of Trauma: How Do We Present Jesus To Those So Fractured?, Ingrid Slikkers, Orelia Daye
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
"Jesus uses sensory metaphors when he asks that Christians be a light to the world and not hidden, much like a flame. Trauma expert Bruce Perry states, “Fire can warm or consume, water can quench or drown, wind can caress or cut, and so it is with human relationships: we can both create and destroy, nurture and terrorize, traumatize and heal each other” (Szalavitz and Perry, 2007:16). He further supports the role of human connections by stating, “Surprisingly, it is often when wandering through the emotional carnage left by the worst of humankind that we find the best of humanity …
Insider Movements Among Muslims: Reflections On Their History, Identity, And Theology,
2018
Asbury Theological Seminary
Insider Movements Among Muslims: Reflections On Their History, Identity, And Theology, Richard Doss
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
"The enormity of the task still facing Christian missions is almost incomprehensible. Nearly 4.1 billion people are still in need of the gospel (Johnstone 2014:65). In some ways, the task of reaching the unreached is most difficult among Muslims. With nearly 1.3 billion adherents, Islam represents a significant challenge to the spread of the gospel. Or does it? Given the complex nature of the relationship between Christianity and Islam, could it be that the inability of Christian missionaries to shed the social, cultural, and political trappings of the West and Christendom have limited the effectiveness of the gospel? Might the …
Overcoming Barriers To Effective Missions,
2018
Adventist University of Africa
Overcoming Barriers To Effective Missions, Kelvin Okey Onongha
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
"Much today is known regarding the Great Commission of Christ to the church before his ascension for which every member is called to actively engage in missions until Christ’s Second Coming. The Greek word ethne, translated in English as “nation” is better understood as people groups (Matt 28:19). The challenge and responsibility of the Adventist Church, therefore, is to reach the diverse and numerous people groups proximal and distant, by employing all possible means and methods that God has provided for this task. The assignment undoubtedly may appear daunting, however, it still is “mission possible.” For this goal to be …
A Biblical Approach For An Inner Healing Discipleship Cycle For Migrants And Refugees,
2018
Adventist International Institute of Advanced Studies
A Biblical Approach For An Inner Healing Discipleship Cycle For Migrants And Refugees, Diói Cruz
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
"Within the Adventist Church many immigrants struggle silently with the consequences of emotional pain, fear, failure, anxiety, stress, inadequate parenting, rejection, and abusive relationships. Many try to cope with the ongoing results of involvement in the occult or other false religions, and the effects of physical illness, accidents, and trauma continue to impact their lives. It is God’s desire that we prosper and be in good health (3 John 2) because he created us in his image. “For in Him we live, and move, and have our being” (Acts 17:28). Therefore, if we are to reflect his image we must …
Who Gave You Authority To Baptize?,
2018
Simple Church Global Network
Who Gave You Authority To Baptize?, Milton Adams
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
"This paper will explore the age-old, yet still relevant question, “And who gave you authority to baptize?”(Mark 11:27-33; John 1:25). First, biblical authority will be examined regarding who is allowed to baptize. Second, the writings of Ellen G. White, as they relate to biblical authority for baptizing, will be considered. Third, a counter-argument will be discussed. And finally, two baptismal tracks within the current conventional Adventist church system will be compared. This paper will conclude with a missional way forward that is faithful to Scripture, sustainable, scalable, and missionally effective in light of current cultural trends."
Justification Is By Faith, Not Faithfulness,
2018
Liberty University
Justification Is By Faith, Not Faithfulness, Wayne Brindle
Faculty Publications and Presentations
No abstract provided.
An Introduction To The Miracles Of Jesus Christ,
2018
Liberty University
An Introduction To The Miracles Of Jesus Christ, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
The Miracles Of Jesus Christ: Turning Water Into Wine,
2018
Liberty University
The Miracles Of Jesus Christ: Turning Water Into Wine, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
The Miracles Of Jesus Christ: Healing A Lame Man At The Pool Of Bethesda,
2018
Liberty University
The Miracles Of Jesus Christ: Healing A Lame Man At The Pool Of Bethesda, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
The Miracles Of Jesus Christ: Healing A Nobleman's Son At Cana,
2018
Liberty University
The Miracles Of Jesus Christ: Healing A Nobleman's Son At Cana, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
Chart 7: The Circumcision And Dedication Of Jesus,
2018
Liberty University
Chart 7: The Circumcision And Dedication Of Jesus, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
Chart 10: The Baptism And Temptation Of Jesus,
2018
Liberty University
Chart 10: The Baptism And Temptation Of Jesus, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
Chart 9: The Temple Visit And Early Years In Nazareth,
2018
Liberty University
Chart 9: The Temple Visit And Early Years In Nazareth, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
Chart 11: The Life Of John The Baptist,
2018
Liberty University
Chart 11: The Life Of John The Baptist, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
Chart 20: Key Individuals Who Met With Jesus, Part 4,
2018
Liberty University
Chart 20: Key Individuals Who Met With Jesus, Part 4, Harold Willmington
The Second Person File
No abstract provided.
Luther's Understanding Of Grace And Its Implications For Administration Of The Lord's Supper In The Lutheran Church Of Christ In Nigeria (Lccn),
2018
Luther Seminary
Luther's Understanding Of Grace And Its Implications For Administration Of The Lord's Supper In The Lutheran Church Of Christ In Nigeria (Lccn), Yelerubi Birgamus
Master of Theology Theses
This thesis will describe Luther’s understanding of grace and its centrality for the Lutheran understanding of the Lord’s Supper. The thesis will also describe and analyze theological and pastoral problems of withholding the sacraments to non-communicant members by the LCCN, which claims to follow after Luther’s teaching. This thesis is not anti-church discipline, but rather, will argue for a better form of church discipline than withholding the Lord’s Supper from the excluded members of the church. The thesis will also provide some suggestions for a better form of church discipline than withholding communion from excluded members of the church. This …
Emerging Trends In Confirmation And Equivalent Practices,
2018
Luther Seminary
Emerging Trends In Confirmation And Equivalent Practices, Terri L. Elton, Katherine Douglass, Richard Osmer
Faculty Publications
This article highlights the findings of The Confirmation Project research, a mixed methods project that studied confirmation and equivalent practices in five denominations in the United States. (The denominations were United Methodist, Presbyterian USA, African Methodist Episcopal, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and the Episcopal Church.) What that discovered was confirmation can provide an opportunity for young people to encounter the gospel anew. It is an important ministry when it strengthens young people’s understanding of faith, deepens their experience with Christian community, and equips them to discern their calling to join in God’s mission in the world. As congregations …
Encountering The Gospel Anew: Confirmation As Ecclesial, Personal, And Missional Practices,
2018
Luther Seminary
Encountering The Gospel Anew: Confirmation As Ecclesial, Personal, And Missional Practices, Terri L. Elton
Faculty Publications
Given the challenges facing congregations and young people today, some church leaders are wondering if confirmation continues to have a role in discipling young people. Based on the findings from The Confirmation Project, this article asserts that confirmation is, in fact, uniquely positioned to be a vibrant ministry for young people to encounter the gospel anew when congregations integrate ecclesial, personal, and missional practices. Such an approach strengthens confirmands’ understanding of faith, deepens their experience with Christian community, and equips them to discern their call to join in God’s mission in the world.
