Research resources from and for missional Christian leaders
Videos
The Human Person: The Image of God Created and Restored
What does it truly mean to be human? In this rich and timely reflection, Nathanael Somanathan explores the beauty and complexity of humanity through the lens of Scripture. From creation in the image of God to the brokenness of the fall, and finally...
The Irish Circuit Rider - Performing Arts Sketch
Jeremy Yoon’s composition incorporates ‘When I Survey the Wondrous Cross’ with the hoofbeats of the Scots-Irish Circuit Riders of the 1800s, who itinerated across eastern North America, going village to distant village offering the gospel....
The Lausanne Covenant
Chris Wright discusses the Lausanne Covenant For more information go to The Lausanne Covenant on the Lausanne Movement youtube channel. The above link opens in a new tab.
The Lausanne Movement and its History
Leaders discuss the Lausanne Movement and its History Connecting Influencers and Ideas for Global MissionCape Town 2010 Documentary (Shorter Version)Documentary about the First Lausanne International Congress on World EvangelizationSamuel Escobar -...
The Megachurch in Korea
God has called megachurches in South Korea to take upon many responsibilities for the benefit of the nation. Sou-Young Lee gives several examples, particularly in the area of Christian social ministries and the sharing of financial and educational...
The Megachurch in Venezuela
Samuel Olson, pastor of Iglesia Evangélica Pentecostal Las Acacias, describes how their megachurch has helped create an influential evangelical presence in Caracas, Venezuela. Many relationships have been built through social, interfaith, and...
The Mission Field Moving into Your Neighborhood
TV Thomas, Joy Tira, and Sam George spotlight the mass movement of people across the globe and its significance for both the workplace and the spread of the gospel. Migration is a force that cannot be ignored nor avoided, including its moving of...
The New Apostolic Reformation and Prosperity Theology
Martin Coaña This presentation was given at the Lausanne Global Consultation on Prosperity Theology, Poverty, and the Gospel in Atibaia, Brazil, from 30 March – 2 April 2014. For more information go to The New Apostolic Reformation and Prosperity...
The Power of the Story
How do we communicate the Christian faith to a generation that is apathetic to religion? Though there is no simple answer, Tracy Trinita–supermodel, speaker, and apologist working with Ravi Zacharias International Ministries–emphasizes the power of...
The Role of Theological Education in Global Mission
Dr Wonsuk Ma, Executive Director of Oxford Center for Mission Studies, frames the issue of ‘The Role of Theological Education in Global Mission’ during the 2012 Lausanne Consultation on Global Theological Education, held at Gordon-Conwell...
The Role of Theological Education in Global Mission
Dr Thomas Schirrmacher, President of Martin Bucer European Theological Seminary, provides remarks on ‘The Role of Theological Education in Global Mission’ during the 2012 Lausanne Consultation on Global Theological Education, held at Gordon-Conwell...
The Role of Theological Education in Global Mission
Dr Byron Klaus, President of Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, provides remarks on ‘The Role of Theological Education in Global Mission’ during the 2012 Lausanne Consultation on Global Theological Education, held at Gordon-Conwell Theological...
The Role of Theological Education in Global Mission
Dr Riad Kassis, Regional Director for Overseas Council, provides remarks on ‘The Role of Theological Education in Global Mission’ during the 2012 Lausanne Consultation on Global Theological Education, held at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in...
The Search for Balance: Prosperity and Poverty in the Bible
Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu This presentation was given at the Lausanne Global Consultation on Prosperity Theology, Poverty, and the Gospel in Atibaia, Brazil, from 30 March – 2 April 2014. For more information go to The Search for Balance: Prosperity and...
The State of the Movement
Former Executive Chair/CEO Doug Birdsall expresses his thanks and gives praise to God for his faithfulness over the years to the Lausanne Movement, especially during Cape Town 2010. Regarding the state of the movement, he quotes Adoniram Judson, ‘The...
The State of the World
In this quick-moving presentation, Gina Bellafatto identifies statistical changes in the global church, gospel witness, and the world from 1970 to 2010 and extrapolates them for the near future. She concludes with applications for ministry in an...
The Time Is Now
In no other time in history has the completion of the Great Commission been so nearly in sight. From the largest gatherings in the biggest cities to the tiniest unknown corners of the world, God’s Spirit is moving. Nick Hall (USA), founder of PULSE,...
The Way Forward
Michael Oh expresses his thanks to the leaders of the Lausanne Movement and addresses the gathering as the movement’s new Executive Director and CEO. He poses the questions, ‘What will Lausanne look like in ten years? What will the world look like...
Theological Education in the Context of World Christianity
Dr Timothy Tennent, President of Asbury Theological Seminary, delivers the keynote address at the 2012 Lausanne Consultation on Global Theological Education, held at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Massachusetts, USA, from 29...
Three Kingdom Collaboration Case Studies
Karin Primuth, president and CEO of visionSynergy, gives examples of effective partnerships in North Africa, South Asia, and on the Internet for outreach to Muslims. In South Asia, partnerships in holistic ministry and in the development of...
Transfiguration - Performing Arts Sketch
A lively conversational retelling of Jesus’ transfiguration, from the disciples’ confused perspective. For more information go to Transfiguration on the Lausanne Movement website. The above link opens in a new tab.
Truth and Hope
Jonathan Hanley This presentation was given at the Lausanne European Leaders Meeting in Vevey, Switzerland, from 6-9 May 2014 For more information go to Truth and Hope on the Lausanne Movement website. The above link opens in a new tab.
Turning from Idolatry
hrough her exposition of Genesis 11, Anne Zaki unmasks mankind’s illusions of safety and self-sufficiency in light of the majesty and glory of the Living God, empowering the church to be a people who can show the world that Jesus is worth both...
Uniqueness of Christ and Islam in Europe
Evelyne Reisacher This presentation was given at the Lausanne European Leaders Meeting in Vevey, Switzerland, from 6-9 May 2014 For more information go to Uniqueness of Christ and Islam in Europe on the Lausanne Movement website. The above link...
Uniqueness of Christ in Europe
Stefan Gustavsson This presentation was given at the Lausanne European Leaders Meeting in Vevey, Switzerland, from 6-9 May 2014 For more information go to Uniqueness of Christ in Europe on the Lausanne Movement website. The above link opens in a new...
Unleashing Love, Righteousness, and Justice at the Workplace
Andy Mills helps reframe our understanding of the ways that work is deeply spiritual and significant. When Christians engage in the workplace these ways, God unleashes them in love, righteousness, and justice for real impact. For more information go...
What is Prosperity Theology: A Sociological Review
Paul Freston This presentation was given at the Lausanne Global Consultation on Prosperity Theology, Poverty, and the Gospel in Atibaia, Brazil, from 30 March – 2 April 2014. For more information go to What is Prosperity Theology: A Sociological...
What is the Role of Arts in Mission?
The Lausanne Movement Consultation on Arts in Mission took place May 29-31, 2013. This first plenary session addressed the question “What is the Role of Arts in Mission?” and featured as the second of four speakers Samuel Chiang, the Executive...
What is the Role of Arts in Mission?
The Lausanne Movement Consultation on Arts in Mission took place May 29-31, 2013. This first plenary session addressed the question “What is the Role of Arts in Mission?” and featured as the third of four speakers Byron Spradlin, the President of...
What is the Role of Arts in Mission?
The Lausanne Movement Consultation on Arts in Mission took place May 29-31, 2013. This first plenary session addressed the question “What is the Role of Arts in Mission?” and featured as the first of four speakers John Franklin, the Executive...