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Spiritual And Theological Foundations For Ministry Among Secret Followers Of Christ, Shari Colins
Spiritual And Theological Foundations For Ministry Among Secret Followers Of Christ, Shari Colins
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
This article provides a spiritual and theological foundation for mentoring and discipling young women who are secret followers of Christ in a restricted access country. The objective of this article is to encourage effective mentoring and discipling that can contribute to shaping an individual’s spiritual growth in Christ. By nurturing these relationships, I seek to establish a supportive community that empowers young women in their spiritual journeys.
Biblical And Theological Principles For A Chaplaincy Ministry, Shelby Davidson
Biblical And Theological Principles For A Chaplaincy Ministry, Shelby Davidson
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
The term chaplaincy does not directly appear in the Bible. However, the principles of chaplaincy are very much present in the Scriptures. Jesus, the greatest chaplain, was present in the Garden of Eden. Later, he incarnated as a human to this fallen world to be with humanity, to go through what human beings go through. A chaplain primarily is present with the people; therefore, a ministry of presence, empathy, giving wise counsel, and many other qualities describe what a chaplain is. This article looks at biblical and theological principles to guide a chaplaincy ministry from Scripture as well as from …
Mechanics And Dimensions Of Divine Forgiveness, Ransford Danson, Kenneth Appiah Kubi
Mechanics And Dimensions Of Divine Forgiveness, Ransford Danson, Kenneth Appiah Kubi
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
Central to Christianity is the doctrine of forgiveness, yet no unified understanding or coherent concept of forgiveness exists in Christian discourse. Understandings of the process of forgiveness invariably depend on denominational traditions, beliefs, values, and practices (Worthington et al. 2019). A point of convergence is the view that forgiveness relates to the physical or psychological harm or wrongdoing inflicted by one person on another (Słowikowski 2020:56). There is also agreement that forgiveness is of different types: interpersonal, intrapersonal, and God-to-human (Fincham 2022; Maranges and Fincham 2024; Shah et al. 2024). The first two types constitute human (earthly) forgiveness, and the …
Is There A Future For The Missiological Study Of Worldview? Part 1, Paulo C. Oliveira
Is There A Future For The Missiological Study Of Worldview? Part 1, Paulo C. Oliveira
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
This two-part article aims to assess the missiological worldview theory critically while pointing to implications for mission studies. It argues that the concept needs serious development to be useful for research in contemporary society. The social shifts experienced in the last decades and a lack of robust missiological critical engagement have made the model theoretically unreliable as an analytical tool. This first paper introduces the genealogy of missiological worldview theory to expose its theoretical underpinnings and identifies a departure between anthropology and missiology regarding the concept. The first task in the ensuing discussion is to unearth the theoretical foundations of …
The Purpose And Importance Of Words Of Knowledge When Praying For The Sick, Bruce L. Bauer
The Purpose And Importance Of Words Of Knowledge When Praying For The Sick, Bruce L. Bauer
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
Seventh-day Adventists are not usually known for taking authority over sickness or taking a person by the hand and saying, “In the Name of Jesus of Nazareth, arise and walk.” And rightly so, for Adventists have been counseled that when praying for the sick “our prayers must take the form, not of command, but of intercession” (White 1942:230, 1915:218). Why, because only God knows what is right and best (White 1948:148, 149). In addition, Ellen White warns against prayers that insist on God doing what people think needs to happen (1948:148) and suggests that God’s people should only pray for …
Planting Rapidly Reproducing Churches, Curtis Sergeant
Planting Rapidly Reproducing Churches, Curtis Sergeant
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
The principles in this article are ones gleaned from experience in planting rapidly reproducing churches in China. They were then tested through training, coaching, and mentoring church planters serving in over one hundred nations, mostly working among unreached people groups. Over the years I have come to the conclusion that it is difficult to make generalizations about evangelism, but it is more appropriate to make generalizations about discipleship and church planting. Evangelism is quite context-specific because half of the process is determined by what an individual believes and understands truth to be. Once someone has given themselves fully to the …
How Should The Adventist Denomination Deal With The House Church Trend?, Monte Sahlin
How Should The Adventist Denomination Deal With The House Church Trend?, Monte Sahlin
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
Millions of Americans have abandoned the conventional structure of religion— the congregation or parish and denomination—for small, informal groups that meet for prayer, Bible study, and fellowship in homes or other temporary locations. A similar pattern is underway in Europe, and there is evidence that it is beginning in urban areas in Latin America and Africa. In fact, it has been a primary form of Christian faith in China, India, and the Middle East for some time and this includes Adventist missions.
The Challenges Faced By Seventh-Day Adventists In Communicating The Gospel During The Last 50 Years Of British India, Koberson Langhu
The Challenges Faced By Seventh-Day Adventists In Communicating The Gospel During The Last 50 Years Of British India, Koberson Langhu
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Seventh-Day Adventist Mission To Immigrants From 1920-1965: An Exploration Of Immigration Trends, Laws, And The Church’S Missional Response, William Wells
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
After 15 Years Of Planting Simple House Churches Around The World, What Have I Learned?, Milton Adams
After 15 Years Of Planting Simple House Churches Around The World, What Have I Learned?, Milton Adams
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
This article will highlight five areas of learning: (1) the conventional church attendance crisis, (2) church history, (3) Simple House Church planting, (4) the future of “church,” and (5) the rise of Disciple-Making Movements. It is intended to be descriptive. It is my story. In many ways, thanks to the input of many Simple Church planters, it is our collective Simple Church story of the past 15 years.
House Churches In The New Testament: Contextual, Theological, And Missiological Perspectives, Boubakar Sanou
House Churches In The New Testament: Contextual, Theological, And Missiological Perspectives, Boubakar Sanou
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
For most of the first century, private dwellings shaped the Christians’ community life. Evidence to this phenomenon is found in the Acts of the Apostles and the letters of Paul. According to Acts 2:41, the Early Church numbered more than three thousand members after Pentecost. When the synagogues became off limits to them, meeting in private homes became a practical necessity for worship, fellowship, service, and mission (Acts 2:46; 5:42). In four of Paul’s epistles, he explicitly references private homes as the gathering places for early Christians (1 Cor 16:19; Rom 16:3-5; Col 4:15; Phil 2). The epistles are better …
An Appeal To Medical Missionaries To Pray Or Not To Pray For Healing, Amy Whitsett
An Appeal To Medical Missionaries To Pray Or Not To Pray For Healing, Amy Whitsett
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Sharing Christ With Young Urban Nones In Metro Manila, Reylourd Reyes
Sharing Christ With Young Urban Nones In Metro Manila, Reylourd Reyes
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Missionary Methods: Christ’S Or Ours? A Seventh-Day Adventist Church Planting Movement Case Study, John Holbrook
Missionary Methods: Christ’S Or Ours? A Seventh-Day Adventist Church Planting Movement Case Study, John Holbrook
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
The Importance Of Discovery Bible Reading In Households Of Faith, Peter Roennfeldt
The Importance Of Discovery Bible Reading In Households Of Faith, Peter Roennfeldt
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
Discovery Bible Reading is a simple, reproducible process that fosters discipleship: disciple-making, spiritual growth, maturity, and biblical literacy. It is innovative, non-threatening and easy to use, with in-built protection against heresies and conspiracies. Pastors and leaders cultivating multiplying missional communities are enthusiastic about it, and it is increasingly seen as a feature of worship in households of faith.
Examining Christ’S Method Of Ministering To People Using Maslow’S Hierarchy Of Needs: A Theoretical Analysis, Danie Potgieter
Examining Christ’S Method Of Ministering To People Using Maslow’S Hierarchy Of Needs: A Theoretical Analysis, Danie Potgieter
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
This article seeks to view Christ’s Method through the lens of Maslow’s theory of Hierarchy of Needs. The ensuing theoretical discourse adheres to a structured framework, encompassing the following components: Introduction, Christ’s Methods as Found in Scripture, Christ’s Method as Articulated by Ellen G. White, Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Theory, Christ’s Method and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, Application and Implications, and a Concluding Section.
House Churches (Full Issue)
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Editorial, Bruce L. Bauer
Spirits In The Clinic: A Case Study, John Holbrook
Spirits In The Clinic: A Case Study, John Holbrook
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Contextualizing The Gospel For Young Urbanites, Reylourd Reyes
Contextualizing The Gospel For Young Urbanites, Reylourd Reyes
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Worldview Themes Among Arab Muslim Women, Linda Smith
Worldview Themes Among Arab Muslim Women, Linda Smith
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Foot Washing, Zacchaeus, And What I Learned About Contextualization, Amy Whitsett
Foot Washing, Zacchaeus, And What I Learned About Contextualization, Amy Whitsett
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Using Tonga Proverbs In Presenting Biblical Concepts, Johan Siachibila
Using Tonga Proverbs In Presenting Biblical Concepts, Johan Siachibila
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
The Tonga tribe, located in the Southern part of Zambia, is rich in cultural communication. The Tonga people often use proverbs to communicate important ideas with each other, to solve problems among themselves, during common conversations, and when teaching Tonga children. They also are proud that their proverbs are a source of wisdom, with every phase of life having important proverbs attached to them. The Tongas have more than 500 proverbs, however, in this article I will only look at some of them to illustrate how they could be used in presenting biblical principles in the Tonga cultural setting. This …
Two Unlikely Missionaries: A Study In Narrative Theology, Jo Ann Davidson
Two Unlikely Missionaries: A Study In Narrative Theology, Jo Ann Davidson
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
From The Alps To The Pampas: The Missionary Work Of Jean Vuilleumier In South America (1895-1901), Eric E. Richter
From The Alps To The Pampas: The Missionary Work Of Jean Vuilleumier In South America (1895-1901), Eric E. Richter
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Editorial, Bruce L. Bauer
Salvation In Hinduism, J. L. Samir
Salvation In Hinduism, J. L. Samir
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
The teachings of Hinduism have existed for thousands of years and continue to influence many cultures, especially those of South Asia. The philosophical teachings of Hinduism are complex and attractive to its adherents; however, the Hindu faith is easily misunderstood by many Westerners. Christianity as a religious institution was mostly developed in the context of a Western worldview. In contrast, Hinduism and its teachings are solely built on an Eastern philosophical and religious system dating back to the eighth century BCE. This article seeks to understand the teachings of salvation as found in the Bhagavad Gita and to contrast those …
A Biblical Foundation For Visions And Dreams, Wilfred T. Adderley Sr.
A Biblical Foundation For Visions And Dreams, Wilfred T. Adderley Sr.
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
This article looks at the biblical foundation that supports the idea that God is still speaking to human beings today through visions and dreams. God has not left communication of his will for humans today totally in the hands of Scripture since he continues to communicate with religious leaders, pastors, the church, unbelievers, and those who hate him through visions and dreams. This article illustrates that God continued to communicate his will through vision and dream experiences from the time of creation until today. Despite widespread skepticism among many toward visions and dreams, God continues to speak by these supernatural …
Ancestor Worship, Dreams, And Visions: A Problem Of Contextual Theology Among The Chewa People Of Eastern Zambia, Christopher Kabwe Mukuka
Ancestor Worship, Dreams, And Visions: A Problem Of Contextual Theology Among The Chewa People Of Eastern Zambia, Christopher Kabwe Mukuka
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.