UNDERSTANDING THE MISSIONAL CHURCH

This book tackles the pressing questions facing the modern church, from understanding the role of the global church to defining what it means to be a church committed to the gospel. It explores the major trends affecting the church and provides insights on how to face these challenges. By examining the intersection of faith and culture, this book offers a nuanced discussion on how to live out the gospel in our time.

RELEVANT TO THE 21ST CENTURY CHURCH

With a focus on relevance and faithfulness to Scripture, this book addresses the needs of a generation that is increasingly skeptical of the institutional church. It presents a vision for a church that makes a difference in society and the world, and provides inspiring examples of missional churches from around the globe. By learning from these models, readers can gain a deeper understanding of how to live out their faith in a rapidly changing world.

EQUIPPING LEADERS FOR MISSIONAL LIVING

This book is not just a theoretical exploration, but a practical guide for church leaders and members who want to make a positive impact. By raising and analyzing key questions, it provides a framework for understanding the challenges and opportunities facing the church today. With its global and local perspectives, this book offers a rich resource for anyone seeking to live out their faith in a way that is both faithful to Scripture and relevant to their community.

INFORMACIÓN ADICIONAL

• What does it mean today to be a church totally committed to the gospel and fully engaged in God’s mission?
• What major religious and sociological trends in our world are affecting the role of the global church and local churches?
• How must we understand and be prepared to face these trends?
• How do we define “church” in the twenty–first century, being faithful to the Scriptures and at the same time relevant to a generation that does not believe in the institutional church anymore?
• What are some good models of missional churches in different regions of the world that will encourage and inspire those who long to see a church making difference in society and in the world?
• There are certainly no final answers and magical forms; rather, we present a broad and deep discussion on how the gospel should be lived out by Jesus’ followers in our time and through our communities.
• Questions are raised and analyzed both from the perspective of a local church as well as from a global and general understanding of the Christian church.
• Some of our examples will focus more on local realities, others more on global challenges.