This book serves as a thorough, basic introduction to the study of anthropology that has been designed specifically for those who plan careers in mission or cross-cultural ministry. Kraft treats various theories of culture and society; kinship and family structure, cross-cultural communication and assesses various anthropological schools.
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"Anthropology for Christian Witness" is the crowning acheivement for a man who has been a wealth of Evangelical understanding at Fuller Theological Seminary for more than a decade. Kraft originally studied Anthropology at an undergraduate level which has flavored his missions and teaching perspectives since that time. When he went on the mission field, however, he found himself totally unprepared for the worldview differences that he encountered, especially those differing from Western Christianity, which typically denies the spirit world and power (see Kraft's "Christianity with Power", 1989). His ministry after that time seems to include coming to grips with the spiritual, power, and cultural aspects of Christian life and ministry in the context of multiple worldviews."Anthropology for Chrisitian Witness" is a synopsis of this process. It contains a clear definitions for the complicated processes involved in worldviews, perspectives, and assumptions that exist under the surface in any culture. He also then launches into an excellent discussion of communication theory with it's meanings and forms, with special emphasis on communication to the receipient. His discussion on worldviews and how they relate to change then prepares the Christian for cross-cultural ministry, which may not necessarily be in the next country, but in our increasingly diverse country may be "next door". As a Pastor and Bible College professor, I found the book to be a succinct summary of the Anthropological concerns of cross-cultural ministry and a sharpening tool for my own ability to witness. I strongly recommend it as a resource tool or a textbook for cross-cultural missiology or Anthropology.
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Worldview for Christian witness is a succint summary of anthropological study. This is a well researched work and the result of many years teaching experience and interaction with students and scholars. This work is highly recommended for anyone who wanted to study Anthropology, especially for those who aspire to be a cross-cultural worker whether in the missions field or marketplace.
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A key question for Christians who study anthropology is, What is God's view of culture? Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Holy Spirit, New Testament, Old Testament, United States, Jesus Christ, Two-Thirds World, Christian God, American Indian, Golden Rule, God Himself, American English, Jewish Christians, Latin America, Papua New Guinea, Robert's Rules of Order, Roman Catholic, Yir Yoront, Alan Tippett, Nai Kheng, Paul Hiebert, Robert Taylor, Forms Foreign, Forms Local, Fuller School of World Mission, High God New!
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A key question for Christians who study anthropology is, What is God's view of culture? Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Holy Spirit, New Testament, Old Testament, United States, Jesus Christ, Two-Thirds World, Christian God, American Indian, Golden Rule, God Himself, American English, Jewish Christians, Latin America, Papua New Guinea, Robert's Rules of Order, Roman Catholic, Yir Yoront, Alan Tippett, Nai Kheng, Paul Hiebert, Robert Taylor, Forms Foreign, Forms Local, Fuller School of World Mission, High God New!
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- Eternity in Their Hearts: Startling Evidence of Belief in the One True God in Hundreds of Cultures Throughout the World by Don Richardson on page 233, and Back Matter
- Beyond Freedom & Dignity by B. F. Skinner on page 151, and Back Matter
- Darwin on Trial by Phillip E. Johnson on page 100, and Back Matter
- Ancient Society (Classics of Anthropology) by Lewis Henry Morgan on page 171, and Back Matter
- Future Shock by Alvin Toffler on page 125, and Back Matter
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- How Islam Plans to Change the World by William Wagner in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- In Our Own Tongues: Perspectives from Asia on Mission and Inculturation by Peter C. Phan on page 155
- Ministry at the Margins: Strategy and Spirituality for Mission by Anthony J. Gittins in Back Matter
- Strategic Level Spiritual Warfare: A Modern Mythology? by Michael S. B. Reid on page 116
- I Give You Authority by Charles H. Kraft in Front Matter
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