A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 10: End Times)
Note: This series of posts deals with the relationship between doctrine and practice in general, and between theology and missiology in particular. It argues that sound theology should provide the starting point, trajectory, and parameters for missiological practice. It seeks a “theologically-driven” missiology both for the United States and international contexts.
Eschatology, as much as any other doctrine, undergirds the theory and practice of mission. As Russ Moore points out … [Read More]
A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 10: End Times)
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A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 9: Church & Missiological Issues)
A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 9: Church & Missiological Issues)
Note: This series of posts deals with the relationship between doctrine and practice in general, and between theology and missiology in particular. It argues that sound theology should provide the starting point, trajectory, and parameters for missiological practice. It seeks a “theologically-driven” missiology both for the United States and international contexts.
In the previous post, we gave a summary of the basic tenets of ecclesiology for the purpose … [Read More]
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A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 8: Church—A Concise Exposition)
A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 8: Church—A Concise Exposition)
Note: This series of posts deals with the relationship between doctrine and practice in general, and between theology and missiology in particular. It argues that sound theology should provide the starting point, trajectory, and parameters for missiological practice. It seeks a “theologically-driven” missiology both for the United States and international contexts.
Missiology is inextricably intertwined with ecclesiology; one cannot be discussed properly without the other. It is probably for … [Read More]
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A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 7: Salvation)
A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 7: Salvation)
Note: This series of posts deals with the relationship between doctrine and practice in general, and between theology and missiology in particular. It argues that sound theology should provide the starting point, trajectory, and parameters for missiological practice. It seeks a “theologically-driven” missiology both for the United States and international contexts.
The doctrine of salvation receives as much attention as any of the classical loci of Christian doctrine. It is central … [Read More]
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A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 6: Man)
A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 6: Man)
Note: This series of posts deals with the relationship between doctrine and practice in general, and between theology and missiology in particular. It argues that sound theology should provide the starting point, trajectory, and parameters for missiological practice. It seeks a “theologically-driven” missiology both for the United States and international contexts.
Apart from the Christian Scriptures, one cannot make sense of humanity. No religion, worldview, or philosophy is able to account … [Read More]
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A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 5: Spirit)
A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 5: Spirit)
Note: This series of posts deals with the relationship between doctrine and practice in general, and between theology and missiology in particular. It argues that sound theology should provide the starting point, trajectory, and parameters for missiological practice. It seeks a “theologically-driven” missiology both for the United States and international contexts.
Christians acknowledge that Father, Son, and Spirit live in eternal and unbroken communion with one another. The unified nature of … [Read More]
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A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 4: Christ)
Note: This series of posts deals with the relationship between doctrine and practice in general, and between theology and missiology in particular. It argues that sound theology should provide the starting point, trajectory, and parameters for missiological practice. It seeks a “theologically-driven” missiology both for the United States and international contexts.
A Hindu once asked Dr. E. Stanley Jones, ‘What has Christianity to offer that our religion has not?’ He replied, ‘Jesus Christ.’” Indeed, Jesus Christ … [Read More]
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A Theologically-Driven Missiology (Pt. 3: The Triune God)
Note: This series of posts deals with the relationship between doctrine and practice in general, and between theology and missiology in particular. It argues that sound theology should provide the starting point, trajectory, and parameters for missiological practice. It seeks a “theologically-driven” missiology both for the United States and international contexts.
The doctrine of God is absolutely central to all of the church’s life. Ironically, however, we seem to have the most difficult time allowing this … [Read More]
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Theologically-Driven Missiology, Part 1: A Southern Baptist Moment
Perhaps the most significant issue facing evangelicals, including Southern Baptists, today is a disconnect between doctrine and practice, between theology and missiology. Our tendency is to affirm Christian Scripture as being inspired by God and without error, and then to ignore Christian Scripture in forming our strategies and methods. It is as if we are saying that “what” we believe about God is important, but “how” we practice is not. We think that we can … [Read More]
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