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Nominalism
Nominalism is a problem that is as old as Christianity itself. It means to be identified with a religion in name only. People may self-identify as a member of a religion or belief system, but not live out the tenets of that faith. This happens among...
Workplace Ministry
In June 2019 in Manila, Philippines, the Lausanne Global Workplace Forum brought together more than 900 workplace leaders from around the world to discuss how the workplace can function as a place of outreach and ministry. The workplace has greatly...
North Korea
North Korea often makes headlines these days for its human rights abuses, nuclear proliferation, and persecution of Christians. The news tends to portray the North as an ‘Axis of Evil’, but there is much more to this country and the divided...
Media and Technology
This Classroom episode is on the interplay of Media and Technology and their impact on global evangelism and the church. Many Christians in the West are so accustomed to a media-saturated culture and readily available technology that they often take...
Mental Health and Trauma
The global church is beginning to recognize that mental health and trauma issues must be a major ministry priority. Mental health problems are usually the result of a combination of many factors, including family environment, biology, personality,...
Jewish Evangelism
Today less than two percent of Jews in the world believe Jesus to be Israel’s Messiah. Jewish evangelism is an essential part of world evangelism. If Jesus is not the Messiah for all, he is not the Messiah at all. For different reasons, many...
Integrity and Anti-Corruption
This episode of the Lausanne Global Classroom examines the issue of integrity and anti-corruption among leaders in politics, business, government, and the church. The call to personal integrity is about bringing the whole of life into alignment with...
Health for All Nations
The Lausanne Global Classroom examines the gospel issue of health for all nations. One of the greatest challenges facing the Church is to address the need of people everywhere to live lives of health and wholeness (shalom). This was at the very...
Church Planting
This episode of the Lausanne Global Classroom examines the gospel issue of church planting. Central to the mission of God is the planting of the church. ‘I will build my church and all the powers of hell will not conquer it’ (Matt 16:18 NLT)....
Diaspora
The first Global Classroom episode focuses on diaspora, a global phenomenon that has marked the 21st century. Today, more than ever before, people are on the move, whether voluntarily or involuntarily, and for various reasons—terrorism, economic...
Proclamation Evangelism
This episode of the Lausanne Global Classroom examines the gospel issue of proclamation evangelism. The direct preaching of the gospel, with proper preparation and follow-up, is at the heart of true evangelism. It engages the spiritual gift and...
Latin America Transitions from Mission Field to Mission Force
The Latin America Missions Story Dave Miller, an experienced missionary in the region, shares historical details behind Latin America’s notable achievement as the third largest missionary force in the world with 40 thousand workers on the field...
Unleashing the Power of Teamwork
Embracing Collaborative Leadership Exemplified by the relationship between God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit, collaborative leadership helps to bring together diverse perspectives and expertise, fosters innovation, and improves...
Courageous Faith: Sharing Christ Amidst Persecution
Patrick Fung reflects on how persecution has historically advanced the mission of the church. Drawing from Acts 8:1-4 and Acts 11:19-26, Fung highlights the boldness of early believers who, though scattered by persecution, spread the Gospel wherever...
Persecution and Resilience
Gideon Para-Mallam and Rev. Riyadh shine a light on the severe persecution facing Christians in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East. Dr. Para-Mallam reports that over 16,000 Christians were killed, and 12,499 kidnapped in Sub-Saharan Africa over...
Holy Ground: Living Out Faith in the Workplace
Julia Garschagen offers a compelling message on the sacredness of work, drawing from stories in Acts to illustrate how early Christians integrated their faith into their professions. From Paul and Silas to Lydia and Aquila, she shows how workplaces...
Servant Leadership: Leading Like Christ
Philip Ryken delivers a compelling message on the importance of servant leadership, inspired by the example of Jesus Christ. He calls participants to embrace humility, simplicity, and integrity in their leadership, reminding us that Christ led by...
Bold Proclamation: Sharing the Gospel with the Nations
Ronaldo Lidorio unpacks the spread of the gospel through five powerful waves from the book of Acts, demonstrating the unstoppable advance of Christ’s reign despite opposition. Lidorio calls for bold theological, missiological, and personal...
The Power of Collaborative Action
Jurie Kriel and Jiyoung Yoo explore the power of collaborative action in advancing the Great Commission. Highlighting the immense challenges faced by the global church, they emphasize that no individual, church, or organization can solve these...
Persecution is Not the End of the Story
Farshid Fathi and Sara Akhavan share powerful testimonies of the remarkable growth and perseverance of the church in Iran despite intense persecution. Fathi recounts the explosive expansion of the Iranian church, which grew from just 500...
Praying for Reconciliation in the Korean Peninsula
Byung-yeon Kim urges global Christians to intercede for North Korea, providing an overview of the country’s political, economic, and humanitarian crises. He explains how political oppression and ideological control have devastated the nation, with...
Faith in Action: Stories from the Workplace
Speakers share how they actively integrate faith into their work. Samson from Benin explains how he maintains integrity in banking despite external pressures. Joseph from Puerto Rico describes starting a business that supports missions while using...
The Twelve Stones of the Korean Church
Celebrating the 140-year legacy of the Korean church, this session traced its incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a global missionary force. Drawing from the biblical image of the 12 stones in Joshua 4, Korean church leaders...
Building Bridges Across Generations
The panel emphasizes the vital role of intergenerational discipleship in advancing God’s mission. Speakers share their experiences of fostering collaboration between older and younger leaders. They highlight the power of mutual vulnerability,...
Africa’s Acceleration of Global Bible Translation
Michel Kenmogne highlights Africa’s vital role in accelerating Bible translation and tackling Bible poverty. He traces the history of Bible translation, revealing how concerted global efforts and new technology have dramatically reduced the number...
Sharing Stories of the Fruit of Lausanne
This session highlights personal testimonies of individuals whose lives are impacted by the Lausanne Movement. Ramez Attala reflects on his experience at Lausanne 1974, where his encounters with church leaders shape his faith and leadership. Ian De...
Looking Ahead: Global Collaboration for the Great Commission
Michael Oh delivers an inspiring address on the future of global missions, emphasizing the necessity of strategic collaboration and digital engagement. Reflecting on 50 years of Lausanne’s history, Oh highlights the movement’s ongoing call to...
Persecution and the Power of the Gospel in India
Babu Varghese delivers a powerful and sobering message on the increasing persecution faced by Christians in India today. He highlights the systemic and dangerous attacks against believers, ranging from physical violence to economic oppression, where...
Reconciliation in Times of Conflict: Stories of Hope
This panel focuses on reconciliation and peace-building amid suffering and conflict. Ivan Rusyn shares his experiences from Ukraine, emphasizing “theology of a hug,” where presence and compassion help ease suffering in war. He highlights the...
Finishing the Task: A Call to Global Mission
Rick Warren shares a compelling vision for how the church can contribute to global gospel proclamation and fulfill the Great Commission. He urges believers to seek mentors, models, partners, and friends to help finish strong. Warren emphasizes...