How Eschatology Affects Missions: Reviewing Pierson’s Impact

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EMQ » Oct – Dec 2025 » Volume 61 Issue 4

Summary: Eschatology has influenced the way that Christians understand the mission of the church and the trajectory of the world. Within the Student Volunteer Movement, assumptions of Christ’s return urged thousands to pursue “the evangelization of the world in this generation.” A. T. Pierson, an early SVM pioneer, demonstrated an “eschatological evangelism” based on his millennial views. Reviewing Pierson’s perspective and actions shows us how end-times beliefs can influence missions practice.

By Jacob V. Hines