George Fox University
Andrews University
Liberty University
Chapman University
Reconstructing Hope And Resilience Among Kenyan Adolescent Immigrants,
2024
Southern Methodist University
Reconstructing Hope And Resilience Among Kenyan Adolescent Immigrants, Julius Mwangi
Doctor of Ministry Projects and Theses
The study "Reconstructing Hope and Resilience Among Kenyan Adolescent Immigrants" explores Kenyan immigrant families' challenges in the United States and their impact on their adolescent children. It proposes a community-led mentoring program incorporating emotional intelligence competencies and faith to support adolescents' success. Additionally, the study advocates for a new immigrant parent-mentoring program to help them navigate the complex legal process to accelerate their immigration and successful acculturalization. The research contains selected Bible narratives that identify parental responsibilities towards their children and discourses on their successful utility or lack thereof. The study argues that parents and the community have a responsibility …
Book Review: Intergenerational Christian Formation, Second Edition,
2024
Sunset Ridge Church of Christ
Book Review: Intergenerational Christian Formation, Second Edition, Chelsea Stirman
Discernment: Theology and the Practice of Ministry
Intergenerational Christian Formation, second ed., by Holly Catterton Allen, Christine Lawton, and Cory L. Seibel. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2023. 336 pages, $40.
Simplicity And The Sermon On The Mount,
2024
University Church of Christ Malibu
Simplicity And The Sermon On The Mount, Falon Opsahl Barton
Discernment: Theology and the Practice of Ministry
Jesus lived a life of simplicity in his possessions and his purpose. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus invites his disciples, then and now, into a similar life of simplicity that is fully focused on God alone in order to make whole our relationships with God, ourselves, each other, and creation. This article claims that simplicity is a primary theme of Jesus’ longest discourse, and that Jesus’ simplicity is not self-focused, but rather benefits all humanity and all creation. This article exegetes Matthew 6:25-34 specifically, and draws out some of the theological and missional implications of Jesus's model of …
National Status Of Campus Ministry In Churches Of Christ,
2024
University Church of Christ, Tuscaloosa
National Status Of Campus Ministry In Churches Of Christ, Dylan Kirkland
Discernment: Theology and the Practice of Ministry
This article introduces research on the status of campus ministry in Churches of Christ in the United States, particularly related to ministry size, baptisms, and preparation of future ministers and missionaries. It then analyzes significant correlations in the data. Finally, it takes the data (based on the 2022-2023 school year) and makes comparisons with similar markers of success from Church of Christ campus ministries from roughly fifty years ago.
A Line Of Matriarchs,
2024
Westview Boys' Home
A Line Of Matriarchs, Ron Bruner, Dudley Chancey
Discernment: Theology and the Practice of Ministry
Although shared practices are central to religious socialization, relationships empower such sharing. Familial relationships are the most durable and effective of such relationships, even when family form varies. Though many ethnic and faith groups tend to emphasize patriarchal leadership within congregations and families, in fact, matriarchs serve as the spiritual anchors for succeeding generations in a surprising number of three (and more) generation families. Data supporting this assertion are a part of the results of the Three Generations Project, a study of faith families within Churches of Christ.
Missional Interpretation Of Scripture,
2024
Fuller Theological Seminary
Missional Interpretation Of Scripture, Greg Mckinzie
Discernment: Theology and the Practice of Ministry
Missional interpretation of Scripture offers a way forward for Churches of Christ, which are commonly characterized as experiencing an ongoing hermeneutical crisis. This article traces the contours of missional hermeneutics, introduces its cutting-edge, and ends with practical implications for local churches. In summary, missional interpretation depends on the formation of local reading communities through a rhythm of prayerful, intentional engagement in God's mission.
The Suluk Ritual In The Tradition Of The Tariqa (Sufi Order) Naqsyabandiyyah Al-Kholidiyyah Jalaliyyah In Indonesia,
2024
Management Da’wah Department, Faculty of Da’wah and Communication, Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Syarif Kasim Riau, Pekanbaru, Indonesia
The Suluk Ritual In The Tradition Of The Tariqa (Sufi Order) Naqsyabandiyyah Al-Kholidiyyah Jalaliyyah In Indonesia, Imron Rosidi
An-Najah University Journal for Research - B (Humanities)
Sufi plays an important role in Indonesia's early Islamization. Tariqa is a part of the Sufi tradition which strengthens the distinct identity of Indonesian Islam as it continues to evolve. This article is based on qualitative methods employing observation and interview techniques to gather data. Tariqa is part of the Sufi tradition which consists of several Muslims who are committed to increasing their spirituality. Tariqa goal is to get closer to God. The Suluk is the tarekat's special ritual which is done monthly in the first ten days. This article argues that the ritual activity of Suluk in Tariqa is …
Review Of Diaspora Missions To International Students By Enoch Wan,
2024
Asbury Theological Seminary
Review Of Diaspora Missions To International Students By Enoch Wan, I. Francis Kyle Iii
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Review Of Fanning The Revitalization Flame: Leading Your Church From Smoldering Embers To Revival Fire By Robert Beckett,
2024
Liberty University
Review Of Fanning The Revitalization Flame: Leading Your Church From Smoldering Embers To Revival Fire By Robert Beckett, Robert Shepherd
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Review Of Organic Disciples: Seven Ways To Grow Spiritually And Naturally Share Jesus By Kevin And Sherry Harney,
2024
Liberty University
Review Of Organic Disciples: Seven Ways To Grow Spiritually And Naturally Share Jesus By Kevin And Sherry Harney, Jesse Ruby
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Review Of Vital Christian Community: 12 Characteristics Of Healthy Congregations By Phil Brochard And Alissa Newton,
2024
Liberty University
Review Of Vital Christian Community: 12 Characteristics Of Healthy Congregations By Phil Brochard And Alissa Newton, Renee Jones
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
About The Great Commission Research Network Spring 2024,
2024
Azusa Pacific University
About The Great Commission Research Network Spring 2024, David R. Dunaetz
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Review Of Interpreting Your World: Five Lenses For Engaging Theology And Culture By Justin Ariel Bailey,
2024
Liberty University
Review Of Interpreting Your World: Five Lenses For Engaging Theology And Culture By Justin Ariel Bailey, John E. Rife Jr.
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
Church-Supported Esl Ministry In Canada: A Look At The Church’S Mission In Action,
2024
Trinity Western University
Church-Supported Esl Ministry In Canada: A Look At The Church’S Mission In Action, Gordon Moulden
Great Commission Research Journal
English is a dominant business, academic, and communicative language throughout the world. Immigrants and refugees coming to the West have a great need to learn the language but often do not have the funds or time to pursue studies full-time. Churches often offer English classes to minister to not only their language needs but also to their relational and spiritual needs. This mixed-methods survey and interview research investigates the state of church-supported English as a Second Language (ESL) programs across Canada following the COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 50 teachers and program coordinators completed the survey, which revealed needs relating to training …
Sampling Methods And Sample Size In Church-Based Research,
2024
Azusa Pacific University
Sampling Methods And Sample Size In Church-Based Research, David R. Dunaetz
Great Commission Research Journal
An underlying assumption of most church-based research is that the sample from which the data is collected is representative of a wider collection of church members, church leaders, small groups, churches, denominations, or whatever is the focus of the study. To increase the likelihood that this assumption is met without making the research an impossible undertaking, various sampling strategies are used ranging from random sampling to convenience sampling, each with advantages and disadvantages. After a sampling strategy is chosen, an appropriate sample size should be pursued, depending on the nature of the study. The sample size of quantitative studies seeking …
Bridging The Gap Between Profession And Practice: Clear Gospel Communication In A Context Saturated By Moralistic Therapeutic Deism,
2024
Southeastern University - Lakeland
Bridging The Gap Between Profession And Practice: Clear Gospel Communication In A Context Saturated By Moralistic Therapeutic Deism, Jordan Dunn
Doctor of Ministry (DMin)
Research indicates a pronounced discrepancy within American Christianity between self-professed Christians and individuals who embody a biblical worldview. Overwhelmingly, those who identify as Christians are not adhering to the teachings of the Scripture in their daily lives. The American church faces an imminent threat of Christians claiming to believe in Jesus even though their lives express the opposite. This chasm between profession and practice can be traced to an alternative gospel that has saturated the context of American Christianity: Moralistic Therapeutic Deism (MTD). MTD, under the guise of Christianity, promotes a false gospel that has led many believers astray regarding …
Review Of Leadership By The Book: Cultivating Spirit-Led Kingdom Leaders By Galen Wendell Jones,
2024
Liberty University
Review Of Leadership By The Book: Cultivating Spirit-Led Kingdom Leaders By Galen Wendell Jones, Jeremy Langly
Great Commission Research Journal
No abstract provided.
The Top Ten Challenges Facing Pastors In 2024,
2024
National Association of Free Will Baptists
The Top Ten Challenges Facing Pastors In 2024, Edward E. Moody Jr.
Great Commission Research Journal
This article summarizes the results of a study conducted by the Great Commission Research Network seeking to identify the top challenges facing pastors in 2024. The results are similar to a study conducted last year examining concerns of churches (Moody, 2023). While both studies highlighted challenges related to evangelism and young adults, this study revealed additional, pastoral concerns.
Evangelism In The Usa: A Look Back And A Look Ahead,
2024
Biola University
Evangelism In The Usa: A Look Back And A Look Ahead, Gary L. Mcintosh
Great Commission Research Journal
Innovations in approaches, methods, and techniques for fruitful evangelism are a hallmark of the church in the United States. This article explores eleven evangelistic innovations observed in the last half of the twentieth century and offers seven insights for the future.
Innovations In Church Financial Models: Research On Alternative Practices,
2024
Asbury Seminary
Innovations In Church Financial Models: Research On Alternative Practices, W. Jay Moon
Great Commission Research Journal
Asbury Theological Seminary conducted a research project exploring financial models beyond traditional church tithes and offerings. This qualitative study focused on financial viability and missional vibrancy. It involved surveys, interviews, a focus group, and site visits to churches using alternate financial models. Major findings revealed that six alternate financial models are presently used that increase missional impact, allowing churches to serve communities and engage in meaningful interactions. These models also provide churches financial viability and surprising missional benefits that include goodwill, partnerships, real estate development, job creation, and enhanced community engagement. Some precautions are also noted based on the experiences …
