Biblical Truth measures all aspects of life and relationships. Basic to this evaluation is an accurate definition of truth that is applicable to every culture. Ultimate Truth has its source in God the Father, Son, and Spirit and is explainedRead more…
Responding in Love to Atheist Hitchens’ Cancer
As news breaks regarding New Atheist pundit Christopher Hitchens’ cancer diagnosis and upcoming chemotherapy treatment, we would be wise to recognize that our response as followers of Jesus will say much to our neighbors and to the world about whoRead more…
Telling the Truth is Naturally Impossible
Definitions of truth are all over the map, literally. Truth is distorted accordingly. Truth evaluation depends on a biblically based definition that is applicable to every aspect of life. Those who speak the truth, the whole truth, and nothing butRead more…
Contextualization Series: Why Contextualize? (1/3)
[FULL ARTICLE] This week, I explore the theological foundations for contextualization. The question of why we should pursue contextualization is typically answered in a very narrow way that emphasizes what are certainly important socio-cultural and anthropological issues. For me, IRead more…
An Introduction to Contextualization Among Hindus
Excerpt: ” . . . . In this short paper, I would like to present a summary of what I have found to be some of the most essential points related to the topic of contextualization of Christian discipleship forRead more…
Images of Christian Muslim Relations in Africa
Images of Christian-Muslim Relations in Africa Images and trends of Christian-Muslim relations in Africa are as complex as one would imagine. We have generally speaking images of cooperation and collaboration and images of tensions and conflicts. In the WestRead more…
Radio Promo 4 – Other Religions/Church Antagonism
This promo is for the second of another “Down To Earth” series of four radio programs for the Lausanne Radio Network. Visit the conversation listed at that organization where you can hear the episode and download a full transcript. IfRead more…
Radio Promo 2 – Other Religions/Contextualization
This promo is for the second of another “Down To Earth” series of four radio programs for the Lausanne Radio Network. This link takes you to the conversation listed at that organization where you can hear the episode and downloadRead more…
Radio Series – Other Faiths 4 – Church Antagonism
A small round-table discussion scratches the surface of the following questions. How can Jesus’ followers respond appropriately to other religions? How much does building relationships over long periods of time need to be part of the equation? If you wouldRead more…
The Deception of Language and African Theology
When people say things and they do not mean what I think they ought to mean – judging by what they say, then it is easy to blame them. But I am not sure that is right. ‘They’ know whatRead more…