Issue: Summer 2025
Missiology: Theory and Practice
Not just sent but made for mission
When examining a whole-Bible theology of mission, we see that humanity has been made to proclaim the gospel
Multiplying disciples
The ministry of Jesus and his disciples provides a detailed strategy for multiplying disciples among the Japanese and all nations
Diaspora missions: The gospel on the move
As migration reshapes societies worldwide, Japan stands at the crossroads of an extraordinary missional opportunity
Learning from Niijima Jō
A 19th century Japanese Christian can teach us about transforming Japan with the gospel
Ethnodoxology: Heaven here and now
God has given all the arts, from all the world, for all his purposes
Elementary school—the place where Japanese are made
A recent documentary film gives a fascinating glimpse into life in elementary school, where the next generation is shaped
Wisdom in Leadership: the how and why of leading the people you serve
Craig Hamilton (Matthias Media, 2016)
Encountering Theology of Mission: Biblical Foundations, Historical Developments, and Contemporary Issues
Craig Ott, Stephen J. Strauss, and Timothy C. Tennent (Baker Academic, 2010)
The discomfort of real vulnerability
Allowing the Holy Spirit to work in power when we share all of ourselves
Sharing with women in ministry
What an opportunity to encourage one another and build each other up as we live and minister in Japan!
The Prayer Summit movement
“Prayer is coming to understand the mind of God by spending time in the presence of God until we are so enamored with the nature of God that all we want is the will of God.” Russell Kelfer1
Emphasize the point
One book about writing that I treasure is is Writing Tools: 50 Essential Strategies for...