“Mission” as a theme is in decline in the church today. Christian “mission” is also a controversial topic among Christians. Many hold to the view of the church’s mission is better expressed as “social justice” or working for the holistic good of society. The fundamental question is: What shapes our thoughts on Christian mission? The… Continue reading What is the Christian mission?
Tag: Evangelism
What I learnt at the clergy conference
As an ordained minister in REACH SA (Reformed Evangelical Anglican Church of South Africa) I was invited to our clergy conference from 13-16 April 2015. We had the privilege of having Phillip Jensen from Australia as our speaker. Phillip’s expositions in 2 Corinthians about the church and ministry were very helpful and encouraging. Below is… Continue reading What I learnt at the clergy conference
Eating the scroll
We live in a world that is changing fast. For many years in South Africa we have enjoyed a nominally Christian worldview (of course there were blatant inconsistencies1 also). Church was seen as good. Adultery and pornography were seen as bad. Homosexuality was seen as a deviance, not a viable, alternative, healthy lifestyle. Marriage was held… Continue reading Eating the scroll
The role of the pastor
This blog may be controversial. My basic argument is that the primary role of the pastor or elder in the church is edification not evangelism. The apostle Peter wrote in 1 Peter 5:1-2, “To the elders among you, I appeal as a fellow-elder…Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care”. The King James Version… Continue reading The role of the pastor