Paradigms in Conflict: 10 Key Questions in Christian Missions Today

by Kregel Publications

Overview

A prominent missiologist provides insight and guidance on the hot topics within Christian mission circles in this unique and timely discussion. Through the authoritative use of Scripture and drawing from the social sciences and history, David J. Hesselgrave tackles ten of the most pressing issues facing missionaries and students of missions today. In spite of the rapid changes taking place, Hesselgrave determines that much of traditional theory, practice, and theology is still valid, if not essential, for the future of Christian missions.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780825427701
Publisher:	Kregel Publications
Publication date:	10/28/2005
Pages:	368
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.75(d)

About the Author

David J. Hesselgrave (Ph.D., University of Minnesota) is one of the leading spokesmen of evangelical missions today. A pastor turned missionary to Japan, he later became actively involved at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, both as a professor and a director of missions at various times. Now retired, he resides with his wife, Gertrude, in Rockford, Ill. He is the author of many books, including, Communicating Christ Cross-Culturally and Planting Churches Cross-Culturally.

Editorial Reviews

Those who know the writings of David Hesselgrave know that when he has a new book published it is a must have— and must read very carefully. His books grace the libraries of missionaries, professors of missiology, pastors, students and many other professionals who are keenly interested in world evangelism. Paradigms in Conflict: 10 Key Questions in Christian Mission Today is no exception.

Missiology: An International Review - Norm Allison

Here is a must read. Dr. Hesselgrave has chosen ten questions that have great impact on how we do mission. Many of the chapters are ones debated in my own ministry. The author has written with great clarity and scholarship what many of us sensed needs to be said.

Send International - Frank M. Severn

Those who know the writings of David Hesselgrave know that when he has a new book published it is a must have and must read very carefully. His books grace the libraries of missionaries, professors of missiology, pastors, students and many other professionals who are keenly interested in world evangelism. Paradigms in Conflict: 10 Key Questions in Christian Mission Today is no exception.
— Norm Allison

Missiology: An International Review

Here is a must read. Dr. Hesselgrave has chosen ten questions that have great impact on how we do mission. Many of the chapters are ones debated in my own ministry. The author has written with great clarity and scholarship what many of us sensed needs to be said.
— Frank M. Severn

Send International

Those who know the writings of David Hesselgrave know that when he has a new book published it is a must have and must read very carefully. His books grace the libraries of missionaries, professors of missiology, pastors, students and many other professionals who are keenly interested in world evangelism. Paradigms in Conflict: 10 Key Questions in Christian Mission Today is no exception.
— Norm Allison

Missiology: An International Review