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Christianity Today 2014 Book Award WinnerNamed one of Ten Outstanding Books of 2013 for Mission Studies, International Bulletin of Mission ResearchThis comprehensive introduction helps students, pastors, and mission committees understand contemporary Christian mission historically, biblically, and theologically. Scott Sunquist, a respected scholar and teacher of world Christianity, recovers missiological thinking from the early church for the twentyfirst century. He traces the mission of the church throughout history in order to address the global church and offers a constructive theology and practice for missionary work today.Sunquist views spirituality as the foundation for all mission involvement, for mission practice springs from spiritual formation. He highlights the Holy Spirit in the work of mission and emphasizes its trinitarian nature. Sunquist explores mission from a primarily theologicalrather than sociologicalperspective, showing that the whole of Christian theology depends on and feeds into mission. Throughout the book, he presents Christian mission as our participation in the suffering and glory of Jesus Christ for the redemption of the nations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Understanding Christian Mission'? A: 'Understanding Christian Mission' primarily focuses on the historical, biblical, and theological aspects of contemporary Christian mission, emphasizing the importance of spirituality and the Holy Spirit in mission work.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Understanding Christian Mission: Participation in Suffering and Glory' is Scott W. Sunquist, a respected scholar and teacher of world Christianity.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Understanding Christian Mission' contains a total of 464 pages.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'Understanding Christian Mission' was published on January 17, 2017.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in mission studies? A: Yes, the book serves as a comprehensive introduction, making it suitable for students, pastors, and mission committees who are new to mission studies.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the historical mission of the church, the role of spirituality in mission, and a theological perspective on missionary work.
- Q: Does the book include practical applications for modern missions? A: Yes, Scott Sunquist offers constructive theology and practice for missionary work today, addressing contemporary issues in the global church.
- Q: Is there a specific audience for this book? A: The book is targeted towards students, pastors, mission committees, and anyone interested in understanding Christian mission.
- Q: What accolades has this book received? A: 'Understanding Christian Mission' was named one of the Ten Outstanding Books of 2013 for Mission Studies by the International Bulletin of Mission Research and won the Christianity Today 2014 Book Award.