This exhaustive theology of missions focuses on theory and biblical mandates for missions as a vital part of theology. George Peters, a foremost missions authority, considers both liberal and conservative views, although his own stance is solidly evangelical.
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A welcome addition to the bookshelves of missionary literature. Dr. Peters has done a remarkable job in dealing with the fundamental issues of missions today. It is truly a study book and should be studied thoroughly by all who have any interest in the field of missions.
-Calvary Review
A major work on missions from an evangelical viewpoint . . . a good job of setting forth the biblical teaching on missions and refuting modern liberal alternatives.
-The Banner of Truth
Throughout the book, certain emphases come through loud and clear: the theocentricity of the Christian missions, the importance of proclamation, the centrality of the local church and the lordship of Christ. A solid and significant contribution to the literature on missiology.
-Eternity
Probably no specifically missionary book has ever undertaken as profound and comprehensive a treatment of the subject as this one. The distinctiveness of the book is the way in which it unifies and integrates the whole range of theological themes in and around the idea of missions. There is here a view of missions that is authentically biblical and soundly theological, and in the inimitable style of Professor George W. Peters.
-Alliance Witness
A thorough survey . . ."
-Christianity Today
This book is scholarly, spiritual and easy reading because of the warm missionary compassion that flows through its chapters.
-Presbyterian Journal
About the Author
GEORGE W. PETERS (Th.B., B.A., Tabor College; B.D., St. Andrew's College; B.A., University of Saskatchewan; Ph.D., Hartford Seminary Foundation, Kennedy School of Missions) was professor of world missions at Dallas Theological Seminary for many years. Dr. Peters has been listed in Who's Who in American Education and has written several books including A Biblical Theology of Missions and Tony Evans Speaks out on Divorce and Remarriage.
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While this book is certainly focused on a complete theology of missions, it has a wealth of practical theology for everyday Christians and Pastors. This is not for beginners but certainly every Christian should read this book to broaden their thinking and it is a must read for all church leaders of "evangelical" churches.
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Why you should read this book...
-Helps you develop a solid missionary theology that is biblically sound
-Defends missiology as a legitimate (and central) theological discipline
-Emphasizes a Trinitarian missionary theology, with special emphasis on the centrality of Christ
-Very practical for both the individual and the church
-Expounds on the definition and role of a missionary
Favorite Quotes...
The Great Commission does not make Christianity a missionary religion. The latter is such because of its source, nature, and total design. The apostles became missionaries not because of a commission but because Christianity is what it is and because of the indwelling Holy Spirit who is an outgoing and witnessing Spirit...Thus, if the particular words of the Great Commission had never been recorded or preserved, the missionary thrust and responsibility of the church would not be in the least affected. It prospers wherever Christianity is truly known, thoroughly believed, genuinely experienced, and implicitly obeyed. (p173)
A missionary is not one who has gone out, but one who has been sent out. (p252)
Let us not hurry until the call has matured. Too many are running, not necessarily without a call of God, but without a matured call of God. (p285)
The gospel of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Bible is the only and sufficient remedy for this basic need. The missionary, therefore, must remain constant in the proclamation of the gospel of God. Only thus is he loyal and true to the call of God. (p288)
Christianity can never be disassociated from Christ as the eternal Son of God, the historic Son of Man, and the present glorified Lord, Mediator and High Priest at the right hand of the throne of God. Christ is the very essence of Christianity. (p346)
A church that does not recognize the primacy of missions deprives herself of the most intimate relationship with her Lord, fails to identify herself with the primary purpose of God, robs her membership of the deepest experiences of the Holy Spirit, and denies the world the greatest blessings the Lord in grace has provided. She ceases to be truly Christian. (p350)
-Helps you develop a solid missionary theology that is biblically sound
-Defends missiology as a legitimate (and central) theological discipline
-Emphasizes a Trinitarian missionary theology, with special emphasis on the centrality of Christ
-Very practical for both the individual and the church
-Expounds on the definition and role of a missionary
Favorite Quotes...
The Great Commission does not make Christianity a missionary religion. The latter is such because of its source, nature, and total design. The apostles became missionaries not because of a commission but because Christianity is what it is and because of the indwelling Holy Spirit who is an outgoing and witnessing Spirit...Thus, if the particular words of the Great Commission had never been recorded or preserved, the missionary thrust and responsibility of the church would not be in the least affected. It prospers wherever Christianity is truly known, thoroughly believed, genuinely experienced, and implicitly obeyed. (p173)
A missionary is not one who has gone out, but one who has been sent out. (p252)
Let us not hurry until the call has matured. Too many are running, not necessarily without a call of God, but without a matured call of God. (p285)
The gospel of Jesus Christ as recorded in the Bible is the only and sufficient remedy for this basic need. The missionary, therefore, must remain constant in the proclamation of the gospel of God. Only thus is he loyal and true to the call of God. (p288)
Christianity can never be disassociated from Christ as the eternal Son of God, the historic Son of Man, and the present glorified Lord, Mediator and High Priest at the right hand of the throne of God. Christ is the very essence of Christianity. (p346)
A church that does not recognize the primacy of missions deprives herself of the most intimate relationship with her Lord, fails to identify herself with the primary purpose of God, robs her membership of the deepest experiences of the Holy Spirit, and denies the world the greatest blessings the Lord in grace has provided. She ceases to be truly Christian. (p350)
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This book just showed up in my office one day. I'm thankful that books find their way into my hands. This book is the most thorough work on missiology I've ever read. I'll be honest, I don't like to mark up my books (especially the ones that have that new book smell), but I marked up, circled, and note scribbled everywhere in this book.
"It is my impression that the Bible is not a book about theology as such, but rather, a record of theology in mission - God in action in behalf of the salvation of mankind."
George W. Peters writes like an academic, but it's good for you to read a little over your head (in my case, a lot over my head).
How about this:
"The Bible is the basis and source of faith and not the result of faith."
Pretty good, huh? You wish you said that.
Everyone that is serious about going into the mission field or serious about teaching about missions should have this book in his or her library. I'll refer to this book over and over through out my ministry, I'm sure.
http://missionaryscribbler.com
"It is my impression that the Bible is not a book about theology as such, but rather, a record of theology in mission - God in action in behalf of the salvation of mankind."
George W. Peters writes like an academic, but it's good for you to read a little over your head (in my case, a lot over my head).
How about this:
"The Bible is the basis and source of faith and not the result of faith."
Pretty good, huh? You wish you said that.
Everyone that is serious about going into the mission field or serious about teaching about missions should have this book in his or her library. I'll refer to this book over and over through out my ministry, I'm sure.
http://missionaryscribbler.com
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- Overcoming the World Missions Crisis by Russell L. Penney on 8 pages
- Mission in the New Testament: An Evangelical Approach (American Society of Missiology Series) by William J. in Front Matter, page 25, and Back Matter
- Think Biblically!: Recovering a Christian Worldview by John MacArthur on page 131, and page 338
- The Missions of Jesus and the Disciples According to the Fourth Gospel: With Implications for the Fourth Gospel's Purpose and the Mission of the Conte by Mr. Andreas J. Kostenberger on page 13, and Back Matter
- Parables in the Eye of the Storm: Christ's Response in the Face of Conflict by Stanley A. Ellisen in Back Matter
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