Jesus in the Buddha Belt: Untold True Stories of a Mighty God and Messy Mission

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Jesus in the Buddha Belt: Untold True Stories of a Mighty God and Messy Mission

By Ben Wilder

William Carey Publishing; 2025 

188 pages   

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Summary

Ben Wilder in Jesus in the Buddha Belt introduces the reader to the stories of four people who come into contact with Jesus in Myanmar. Told in their own words, the mini-biographies include a former Buddhist monk, a cultural Christian, and two urban migrants. Each story is used to illustrate aspects of mission and evangelism today, both the good and the bad. The book provides insight into the Buddhist beliefs and world view which is contrasted with the grace and freedom offered by Christ. The principles and stories expounded in the book are applicable to people throughout the Buddha Belt (Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, and Tibet). Wilder points out that since most Buddhists will never hear the gospel, the need for a clear presentation of the message of Jesus followed by discipleship is enormous! Lastly, each segment of the book concludes by drawing out the deeper theological truths illustrated in the stories. The appendices include questions for discussion and reflection and would be appropriate for a small group discussion.

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