SERIOUS PRE-FIELD TRAINING FOR THE UNREACHED
The last unreached language groups aren’t random — they’re the hardest to reach for a reason. Yet many churches still send people into those regions without the serious, specialized training the task demands. The church must raise its standards—vetting, equipping, and preparing its sent ones for the unique realities of planting churches among the world’s most resistant peoples. The stakes are too high for anything less.
From Franco to Feminism: Challenges to Spanish Evangelicals for a Biblical View of Gender and Ministry, Part 2
This article is the second in a two-part series. In part two, Rubén Videira-Soengas builds on his earlier analysis by defending Paul’s instructions in 1 Timothy 2:9–15 as rooted in God’s creation order rather than cultural chauvinism, applying universally to the church in all times and places. Videira-Soengas urges the Spanish church to resist feminist reinterpretations of these texts, affirming distinct yet complementary roles for men and women in ministry as essential to faithfulness to God’s design.
From Franco to Feminism: Challenges to Spanish Evangelicals for a Biblical View of Gender and Ministry, Part 1
This article is the first in a two-part series. Part one traces the rise of feminism in Spain from its roots in opposition to Franco’s patriarchal regime to its modern form shaped by mass media and celebrity influence, arguing that today’s popularized, consumer-driven feminism pressures Spanish evangelicals to adopt unbiblical views on women in ministry. It contends that male leadership in the church is rooted in God’s creation design, not cultural chauvinism, and warns that the current feminist climate will continue challenging the church’s adherence to biblical teaching.
Risk Assessment: Trends Within Evangelical Missions, Part 2
This is the second in our two-part series examining some of the recent concerning shifts in evangelical missions philosophy and practice. In Part 1, we explored how liberal and Arminian influences have gradually eroded biblical foundations in missions and we examined two alarming trends: the liberalization of international theological education and what might be called hyper-contextualization. Now we continue our assessment with two additional trends and provide practical guidance for pastors and churches seeking to protect biblical integrity in their missions programs.
Risk Assessment: Trends Within Evangelical Missions, Part 1
This article is the first in a two-part series examining some of the recent concerning shifts in evangelical missions philosophy and practice. In this article (Part 1), we explore how liberal and Arminian influences have gradually eroded biblical foundations in missions and examine two alarming trends that have resulted from these changes. The following article (Part 2) will address two additional trends and provide practical guidance for pastors and churches seeking to protect biblical integrity in their missions programs.
Lovingly Leading Your Churches, Agencies, and Missionaries Back to Biblical Missions
Seasoned missions mentor David Meade shares his observations about the state of global missions after many years working with sending churches and organizations. In question-and-answer format, he articulates key problems that hinder biblical missions in sincere churches and missions organizations and he elucidates his hope that they return to the biblical paradigm of selecting, sending, and supporting workers who are equipped to glorify God among the nations.
Common Strategies in Evangelizing Europeans
From the author’s personal survey of experienced missionaries in Europe, at least four strategies have emerged that commonly help drive evangelistic efforts to both religious and non-religious Europeans. These are removing misconceptions, building personal relationships, utilizing media technology, and trusting God for fruit in unexpected ways.
Examples of Successful Short-Term Ministries, According to Receiving Churches
The purpose of this article is to offer churches, organizations, and individuals a model to replicate the early church’s practice today. Short-Term Ministry trips (STMs) can serve as effective tools for the carrying out of the Church’s mission.