Mission Affirmed
Recovering the Missionary Motivation of Paul
Seiten
2022
Crossway Books (Verlag)
978-1-4335-7380-4 (ISBN)
Crossway Books (Verlag)
978-1-4335-7380-4 (ISBN)
In this holistic study of Paul’s ministry, author and missionary Elliot Clark brilliantly explains why Christians today should seek God’s approval—not worldly ambition—when sharing the gospel.
Learn What It Will Take to Accomplish Christ’s Mission in Our Lifetime
As a model for Christian missions, the apostle Paul is praised for his sense of urgency when proclaiming the gospel, but are modern churches missing his broader motivation? Paul didn’t view missions as simply accomplishing a goal; he valued affirmation from God, seeking it fervently in every area of his ministry. How can churches today emulate that ambition in their own mission efforts?
In Mission Affirmed, author and missionary Elliot Clark seeks to shift the focus of ministries from mere efficiency to Christ-centered service that prioritizes the will and approval of God. By studying Paul’s ministry, particularly in 2 Corinthians, readers learn that his motivation wasn’t dependent on circumstances but on the Spirit, helping him remain faithful despite suffering and setbacks. This book equips local churches in the same way as they send missionaries into the field, serving together and stewarding the gospel in pursuit of God’s praise.
Biblical Ministry Advice: Provides a holistic look at Paul’s ministry, methods, and motivation
A Great Resource for Church Leaders: Helps churches vet and send missionaries
First-Hand Ministry Insights: Provides a practical solution for common weaknesses in modern missions, with descriptive examples from the author’s experiences as a missionary
Published in Conjunction with the Gospel Coalition (TGC)
Learn What It Will Take to Accomplish Christ’s Mission in Our Lifetime
As a model for Christian missions, the apostle Paul is praised for his sense of urgency when proclaiming the gospel, but are modern churches missing his broader motivation? Paul didn’t view missions as simply accomplishing a goal; he valued affirmation from God, seeking it fervently in every area of his ministry. How can churches today emulate that ambition in their own mission efforts?
In Mission Affirmed, author and missionary Elliot Clark seeks to shift the focus of ministries from mere efficiency to Christ-centered service that prioritizes the will and approval of God. By studying Paul’s ministry, particularly in 2 Corinthians, readers learn that his motivation wasn’t dependent on circumstances but on the Spirit, helping him remain faithful despite suffering and setbacks. This book equips local churches in the same way as they send missionaries into the field, serving together and stewarding the gospel in pursuit of God’s praise.
Biblical Ministry Advice: Provides a holistic look at Paul’s ministry, methods, and motivation
A Great Resource for Church Leaders: Helps churches vet and send missionaries
First-Hand Ministry Insights: Provides a practical solution for common weaknesses in modern missions, with descriptive examples from the author’s experiences as a missionary
Published in Conjunction with the Gospel Coalition (TGC)
Elliot Clark (MDiv, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) travels around the world to equip church leaders and support residential missionaries. He has also served in Central Asia as a cross-cultural church planter along with his wife and children. He is the author of Mission Affirmed and Evangelism as Exiles.
Introduction: More Than Mission Accomplished
Chapter 1: Seeking God’s Approval
Chapter 2: Suffering with Christ
Chapter 3: Sending and Being Sent
Chapter 4: Seeing the Invisible
Chapter 5: Speaking the Truth Sincerely
Chapter 6: Setting Boundaries
Chapter 7: Sacrificing Like the Savior
Chapter 8: Serving Christ and Stewarding the Gospel
Conclusion
Appendix: Questions for Churches to Ask a Missionary Candidate
General Index
Scripture Index
| Erscheinungsdatum | 29.12.2021 |
|---|---|
| Verlagsort | Wheaton, IL |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 140 x 216 mm |
| Gewicht | 310 g |
| Themenwelt | Sonstiges ► Geschenkbücher |
| Religion / Theologie ► Christentum ► Kirchengeschichte | |
| ISBN-10 | 1-4335-7380-6 / 1433573806 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-4335-7380-4 / 9781433573804 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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