Contextualization as an Evidence of Spirit Empowerment

Posted on August 28, 2008 by travjohnson
Some wish to live within the sound of a chapel bell; I wish to run a rescue mission within a yard of hell. – C.T. Studd
Choosing a missionary path absolutely means personal religious inconvenience. It also means a decision to disconnect cultural forms associated with the Gospel for the cause of Gospel advancement. These are forms that may be a significant part of your life, forms that have little to nothing to do with the original Gospel message. These forms and practices are not bad. They are a part of your story. But, the value they hold for you may not be valued by others away from the sound of the chapel bell.In fact, they may be a barrier between people and the Gospel. Continue reading →
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