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Generations in Biblical Theology
“…it is essential to foster ongoing dialogue rooted in biblical theology regarding the generations in God’s mission.” Biblical FoundationsGenerations and Biblical Pneumatology “When properly organized, generational theology offers an opportunity for...
Generational Theory: An Overview
God is the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob (Matthew 22:32). God is a God who spans generations and is interested in each of them. From the beginning to the end, he made a promise with Israel and with the whole world through...
Generational Theory & the Great Commission
How should the global church respond to generational change? Generational theory can illuminate how cultural change is shaping faith, leadership, discipleship, and mission—but it can also oversimplify identity and impose Western-derived categories...
88. Bridging Cultures: An Evangelical Perspective from Argentina
What if the crises you’ve endured are exactly what God is using to shape a church that stands together and shines? Priscila Szuka shares her perspective as a 28-year-old evangelical leader from Bariloche, Argentina, reflecting on national resilience...
87. Faith and Community in South Sudan: Nurturing Change and Growth
What if the gospel’s greatest breakthroughs happen where roads are dirt, schools meet under trees, and following Jesus can cost you everything? Tom Obwogo shares how he was sent from Kenya to Wau, South Sudan through a partnership between Gracehill...
86. Conservation Efforts in Ghana: Honoring God’s Creation
Where is the moral voice of the church when rivers are poisoned, forests are destroyed, and communities lose their livelihoods? Seth Appiah-Kubi shares how his Christian faith led him from a career in finance to become national director of A Rocha...
CMIW Bulletin July 2026
Change is Here: A metamorphosis is in progressStrategic Data DefinitionsEvangelicalsWhat is a Church?Global South MissionsMiwVcon2026: Highlighting Research for Greater Impact in the Global SouthSpecial Profile: Stephanie KraftInformation From the...
For the Kingdom
Kingdom-citizens for Global Missions God's kingdom is bigger than any one church or organisation. This Global Analysis calls believers to live as kingdom citizens, pursuing unity, collaboration, holistic mission, and gospel witness that advances God'...
Bringing Freedom to the ‘Fourth World’
Bernie Gillott was bound in addiction. His life spiralled out of control, and he ended up in jail. While there, a woman shared the gospel with him. He says he gave his life to Jesus because she told him Jesus would change his life, and his charges...
85. Onboard Logos Hope: A Mission of Hope, Help, and Knowledge
What if a ship full of books could do more for a city than any bookstore ever could? In this episode of God on the Move Alexandrea Alexis shares how God led her from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to serving on the Logos Hope, the world’s largest...
84. Faith’s Sacrifice: Untold Stories of Christians in Iran
We hear about Iran in the news almost every day—but when was the last time you heard the voice of an Iranian Christian? In this episode of God on the Move, Ashkan shares his powerful story of coming to faith in Jesus, fleeing Iran, losing his father,...
Innovations to Fight Injustice
Global Stories of Freedom, Justice, and Gospel Hope Our biblical mandate to love the world’s poor and suffering Bringing Freedom to the ‘Fourth World’ The message of the gospel is freedom for people that are hopelessUsing Technology to Protect Women...
Theological Foundation Papers
The Lausanne Theological Foundation Papers ensure that the global church’s mission remains firmly rooted in Scripture. Summary of the Papers The Theological Foundation Papers are organized around 10 key questions identified in the State of the Great...
Biblical Justice & The Great Commission
Justice is central to God's mission, not separate from it. This missional paper explores the biblical foundations of justice, calling the church to integrate gospel proclamation with compassionate action as faithful participation in the Great...
The Work of God through Biblical Justice and Social Concern
How should the Church integrate evangelism and justice? In this compelling presentation, Soong-Chan Rah explores the biblical foundation for justice as an essential part of the gospel. From the Old Testament prophets to Jesus’ teachings and the...
Scripture, Sex, and Gender: Part 2
How should Christians understand disorders of sexual development, gender dysphoria, and transgender identities? Understanding Disorders of Sexual DevelopmentUnderstanding Gender DysphoriaUnderstanding Transgender IdentitiesPursuing a Biblical...
Scripture, Sex, and Gender: Part 1
What are the biblical foundations of sex, marriage, and singleness? The topics of sex, marriage, and gender identity are not easy to navigate, especially within the context of the church that strives to declare and display the gospel of Jesus Christ...
Biblical Justice & The Great Commission
Editor's Note This Lausanne Missional Paper is accompanied by a video introduction from the author, offering insights into the key themes and context of the paper. It is part of the Theological Foundation Papers collection, which provides a biblical...
From ‘What Do You Have?’ to ‘What Will You Leave Behind?’
How the Africa Roundtable Reframed Generosity as Mission Across Time and Geography The African people and the African church are sacrificially and joyfully generous. The Generous Africa We Don’t Talk AboutWhen God Calls a People, He Calls Them to...
Raising a Generous Generation
Discipling children and young people in generosity across cultures A Child’s Generosity That Sparked FaithWhy Generosity Must Start Young Why would we not also teach children what it means to live open-handedly?The Vision of a Generous...
Metaverse Ministry Tool Kit
What is the Metaverse? The metaverse is a network of shared digital spaces on platforms like VRChat, Roblox, Minecraft, Meta Horizon Worlds and more. There, people gather, talk, play, work and create together in real time—through games and using...
Equipping the Next Generation—A Conversation with Rev. Dr. Lisa Pak About Generational Evangelism and Discipleship
Discipleship changed my life … Consider a Timothy in Your LifeA Conversation with Rev. Dr. Lisa Pak About Generational EvangelismMissing Seats at the “Table of Global Missions”YouthDeveloping NationsWomenEquipping and Mobilizing Younger Generations—t...
Virtual Reality (VR) Evangelism: Real Stories from the Metaverse
Introduction: Ministry in Virtual Worlds Christians are starting to view these digital worlds as mission fields—places full of opportunities to share the hope of JesusWhat Is the Metaverse and Why Does it Matter for Evangelism? How Christians Are...
Rob Singleton: Overliked: Connection, Social Media, and Self-Esteem
Sometimes the more connected we are digitally, the harder it can be to experience genuine bonds. Watch how Rob Singleton shares why authentic relationships, honest conversations and meaningful community are more important than ever in today's world....
Pause. Breathe. Pray.
Breath prayer is a simple prayer practice that can hold an incredible amount of power. By combining Scripture and prayer with meditative breathing, you can feel more grounded in God’s presence in just a few deep breaths. For more information go to...
Hospitality: Open Your Door To Sharing Jesus
Sometimes ministry starts around a dinner table. Watch how Brad’s perspective on hospitality changed forever when he discovered that God uses simple invitations, authentic community and open doors to help people experience the love of Jesus in real,...
3 Tips for Sharing Your Testimony
When you share the story of how your life has changed because of your relationship with Jesus, you become a living example of the gospel at work. But how and when do you begin a conversation like that? For more information go to 3 Tips for Sharing...
Mission Frontiers Jul/Aug 2026
In this issue we focus on prayer movements. We are not focusing on how to pray (although there is some of that), nor are we giving a theology of prayer (but you will find some of that), nor are we emphasizing answers to prayer (though these are...