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Contextualization

Contextualization is an effort to communicate the eternal, unchanging message of the gospel in a way that is culturally understandable to the people who receive it. Biblical contextualization remains faithful to biblical truths, rejects syncretism, and avoids compromising biblical doctrines.

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How Should We Think About Contextualization in Missions?

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How Should We Think Through Popular Missions Strategies?

Colton Corter encourages churches to evaluate missions strategies carefully and emphasizes the importance of conversion and the local church.

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Contextualization without Compromise

Are you unsure how to apply the Bible to your own context? John Lee discusses contextualization without compromise through three suggestions.

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How Should We Think About Conversion in Missions?

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The Church is Not Just a “Western” Idea

Are missions just a new form of colonialism? In this article, Pastor Sean DeMars explains the church is not just a “western” idea.

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The Local Church is Critical to Missions

Why is the local church critical to missions? Pastor Sean DeMars makes a case for church-centered missions.

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Advancing Missions Without Ignoring the Local Church

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