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Articles 1 - 30 of 539
Full-Text Articles in Religion
Editorial, Bruce L. Bauer
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Editorial, Bruce L. Bauer
Salvation In Hinduism, Clifmond L. Shameerudeen
Salvation In Hinduism, Clifmond L. Shameerudeen
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 …
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.
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 …
Worldview Themes Among Arab Muslim Women, Linda Smith
Worldview Themes Among Arab Muslim Women, Linda Smith
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.
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.
Contextualizing The Gospel For Young Urbanites, Reylourd Reyes
Contextualizing The Gospel For Young Urbanites, Reylourd Reyes
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
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 …
A Life-Changing Dream With Missiological Lessons, Michée Badé
A Life-Changing Dream With Missiological Lessons, Michée Badé
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
In 2012 Touara, a young Dendi woman in her early twenties had a dream that led her to Christ (see December 2012 Adventist Frontiers). The article described how God answered our team’s six years of prayer for dreams and visions among our Dendi Muslim friends in the Northeastern part of Benin in West Africa. This article describes how dreams and visions are important for Muslims, summarizes Touara’s dream, and then, draws some missiological implications from such life-changing dreams.
Historical Examples And Evaluations Of Visions And Dreams, Wilfred T. Adderley Sr.
Historical Examples And Evaluations Of Visions And Dreams, Wilfred T. Adderley Sr.
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
This article asks whether there has been an ecclesiastical shift away from spiritual gifts—especially believing and accepting that God still sends visions and dreams during this present period in history? Is the Holy Spirit continuing to speak to humans through visions and dreams? These questions will be answered, and the seven-element biblical model will be used to evaluate visions and dreams. I will review documents from the Ante Nicene Fathers, will look at the works of Martin Luther and John Wesley, and Adventist pioneers William Miller and Ellen White concerning dreams and visions. Documented dream experiences from Muslim cultures and …
Symbols From Revelation In Dreams And Visions In The Islamic World, Ibrahim Abed Al-Masih
Symbols From Revelation In Dreams And Visions In The Islamic World, Ibrahim Abed Al-Masih
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
Dreams And Visions Among Muslims, Ibrahim Abed Al-Masih
Dreams And Visions Among Muslims, Ibrahim Abed Al-Masih
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.
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.
Viewpoint: Independent Ministries —Bane Or Blessing?, Gary Councell
Viewpoint: Independent Ministries —Bane Or Blessing?, Gary Councell
Journal of Adventist Mission Studies
No abstract provided.