A new approach to missions is here brought into view. And it's a sad reminder of what happens when we do the same things, expecting a different result.This timely essay pertains particularly to Chinese churches. Interestingly, once the Western missionaries were forced out - the church grew much faster.

Dr. David Lim is the President of the Asian School for Development and Cross-cultural Studies (ASDECS), which provides training programs for transformational missions. He is also the President of China Ministries International-Philippines (CMI) that sends Filipino missionaries to China. He also serves as the Executive Board chairman of Lausanne Philippines, and on the Steering Committee of SEANET. He was the National Director of Phil. Missions Association from 2011-2014. He earned his Ph.D. Theology (New Testament) from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, U.S.A.By his kind permission we offer this important essay. Other papers can be found at https://asdecs.academia.edu/DavidLim

An excellent essay - one never refuted - by an excellent scholar. It represents a needed shift in church structure. Churches need a team of pastors rather than one.Though a Presbyterian source, many other denominations have muted "ruling elders" as well.That aside, the scriptures require that every elder must be "apt to teach". 1 Timothy 3:2.

Allen challenged the missionary methods of his day. And wrote from his extensive experiences and travels. Considered to be a classic work on this subject. First appeared in 1927.

This is a must-read book. Ignorance concerning this matter is quite prevalent and the negative effects are vast.A needed study of the most quoted passage in Scripture, by Scripture itself. Trust me, your hopes for this earth and the Kingdom of God will be elevated. In this world - Jesus and his gospel shall surely prevail. Never doubt it.The author - is he competent to write such a book? Yes indeed, he is one of a few scholars who has compiled a complete concordance of the New Testament.

Conversion of the world... now that's a phrase seldom heard. Much less seen on the cover of a book.Our purpose is twofold. First, to encourage every Christian to involve themselves in sharing the good news with others. And secondly, to promote the the hope of promised victory regarding the future of God's Kingdom on the earth.I posted this book in the category 'call and ordination' because neither is actually needed for this great work of leading others to the Living Water.

This is chapter 15 of an important book.