EMQ articles
Evangelical Missions Quarterly, from 1964 to the current issue. Page 126 of 160 · 3,835 in all.
Schools for Missionaries’ Children: How Good Are They?
Since World War II schools for missionaries’ children have sprung up all over the world. There are now at least 100 of them educating thousands of children in 57 countries.
The Challenge of Liberation Theology
Liberation theology is a good example of the tremendous influence exercised by the social sciences on contemporary theological thinking.
A Fallacy in Church Planting: A Fable
Once upon a time an experienced missionary established two strong churches in a capital city. Each church called a national pastor and maintained several preaching points under lay leadership.
Theological Education: Are We Doing the Right Things?
It is easy for any organization, including theological education programs, to “press on redundant,” or “when you lose sight of your goals, just double your pace.” This is an ever-present danger that must be addressed.
The Concept of a Third Era in Missions
When I was asked to give the opening address at the 1979 Executives Retreat of the Evangelical Foreign Missions Association, the theme had already been chosen.
Toward Recruiting Church Planters by Defining the Term
As an instructor in missions at a Bible college I have as one of my responsibilities the task of encouraging my students to consider the possibility that God may desire them to become church planters. In speaking with students of this possibility I find that the term “church planting” or “church planter” is one that…
Identity Crisis in the African Church
Statistics show that Africa will become a Christian continent by A.D. 2000. To some people this may sound unbelievable, but it is true.
Motivating Youth Toward World Missions
How do we stimulate our youth to be concerned, aware, and active in reaching the world with the good news of Jesus? We must work to apply three principles in our churches: example, exposure, and experience.
Theological Education: Are We Doing the Right Things?
It is easy for any organization, including theological education programs, to “press on redundant,” or “when you lose sight of your goals, just double your pace.” This is an ever-present danger that must be addressed.
The Concept of a Third Era in Missions
When I was asked to give the opening address at the 1979 Executives Retreat of the Evangelical Foreign Missions Association, the theme had already been chosen.
Toward Recruiting Church Planters by Defining the Term
As an instructor in missions at a Bible college I have as one of my responsibilities the task of encouraging my students to consider the possibility that God may desire them to become church planters. In speaking with students of this possibility I find that the term “church planting” or “church planter” is one that…
Identity Crisis in the African Church
Statistics show that Africa will become a Christian continent by A.D. 2000. To some people this may sound unbelievable, but it is true.
Motivating Youth Toward World Missions
How do we stimulate our youth to be concerned, aware, and active in reaching the world with the good news of Jesus? We must work to apply three principles in our churches: example, exposure, and experience.
Patterns for Mission-school Relationships
Is a better liaison possible between mission societies and the schools that train their forces?
Cultural Diversity as a Dynamic for Growth
March 18, 1956 was a hot day in the hottest of Indian plains. Through the streets of Nagpur in central India, 2,000 members of the Jatav (Untouchable) caste followed their leader, B.R. Ambedkar in solemn procession.
Urban Explosion and Missions Strategy
Missionaries can find the biblical and practical outlines for big city ministries in this article.
Editorial: Conflicting Communiques Demand Discernment
During the early stages of the Iraq-Iran war, civilians on both sides were fed a steady diet of “glorious victory” films on TV.
Using the Right Development Technology
A growing number of development experts and national policymakers are beginning to question the wisdom of massive technology, transfers from the industrialized countries to the developing nations.
Do’s and Don’ts for Missionary Interviews
So you are going to be interviewed on radio or television. Praise the Lord! It’s an excellent and exciting opportunity to present the challenge of your work to more people than you might talk with in several weeks or months of church meetings.
Patterns for Mission-school Relationships
Is a better liaison possible between mission societies and the schools that train their forces?
Cultural Diversity as a Dynamic for Growth
March 18, 1956 was a hot day in the hottest of Indian plains. Through the streets of Nagpur in central India, 2,000 members of the Jatav (Untouchable) caste followed their leader, B.R. Ambedkar in solemn procession.
Urban Explosion and Missions Strategy
Missionaries can find the biblical and practical outlines for big city ministries in this article.
Editorial: Conflicting Communiques Demand Discernment
During the early stages of the Iraq-Iran war, civilians on both sides were fed a steady diet of “glorious victory” films on TV.
Using the Right Development Technology
A growing number of development experts and national policymakers are beginning to question the wisdom of massive technology, transfers from the industrialized countries to the developing nations.