Zane Pratt - Introduction to Global Missions

Introduction to Global Missions is a solid and comprehensive survey. It is ideal for a college or seminary class that can open a students heart and mind to this exciting field. I am glad to recommend its widest possi ble use.

Daniel L. Akin , president, Southeastern Baptist Theologica l Seminary

Zane Pratt, David Sills, and Jeff Walters have provided a top-shelf text in Introduction to Global Missions . The book is designed to be the perfect volume for a one-semester course on global missions, and it treats very effectively the biblical, historical, cultural, and practical aspects of missions.

Bruce Ashford , provost and dean of faculty, Southeastern Baptist Theologica l Seminary

For any student interested in missions, specifically in local churches or on the university level, Introduction to Global Missions proves to be a thorough, balanced textbook that will greatly enhance ones understanding of the basics of mission work. I highly recommend th is work.

Jeff Brawner , chair, Department of Missions, Mid-America Baptist Theologica l Seminary

Missiology is a complex subject that cuts across a multitude of disciples. Biblical studies, theology, anthropology, world religions, and communications theory are just a few of the topics involved. Lucidly written and up-to-date in its coverage of these topics, this introduction will undoubtedly provide students, pastors, and local church leaders a superb resource to turn to in order to engage in Gods global mission with knowledge and effec tiveness.

J. Scott Bridger, Assistant Professor of World Christianity and Islamic Studies, Criswe ll College

Zane Pratt, David Sills, and Jeff Walters have provided their readers with a marvelous and well-written overview of global missions. This insightful introduction guides readers through important biblical, theological, historical, and practical understandings of missions. Drawing upon their many years of service as missionaries and missiologists, the authors move beyond a general overview with more specific engagement on such matters as applied anthropology, cultural understanding, and world religions, as well as practical instruction regarding disciple-making and church planting. With genuine joy, I highly recommend this outstanding, thoughtfully conceived, capably researched, and highly applicabl e volume.

David S. Dockery , president, Trinity International University

Introduction to Global Missions is a tool each missionary, pastor, teacher, and church leader should keep in the readily accessible section of their library. In a manner that is at once biblical and practical, theological and inspirational, the authors provide an incisive treatment of every significant aspect related to global missions. This is a book that will serve the causes of the kingdom, especially those related to missions, many years into the future.

Tom Elliff , president, International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention

Introduction to Global Missions offers a comprehensive and contemporary missiological education for the classroom, as well as challenging hearts to the call of being involved in Gods mission. This valuable guide by three outstanding scholars provides a broad overview of the biblical, historical, and cultural foundations to empower the practice of twenty-first- century global missions.

Robert L. Gallagher , chair and director of M.A. (Intercultural Studies), Wheaton College Gradu ate School

From the opening section concerning the Missionary Call to the closing chapter about language learning and creative access platforms, Pratt, Sills and Walters ably introduce the reader to a wide range of theories and practice in the field of world missions. Any reader contemplating missionary service and every student desiring a more complete understanding of the issues in international missions will be greatly enlightened by reading Introduction to Global Missions .

Robin Dale Hadaway , professor of Missions and vice president for Institutional Initiatives, Midwestern Baptist Theologica l Seminary

John R. W. Stott compares liberals and their productions to hot-air balloons carried along by prevailing winds on the one hand, and evangelicals and their productions to kites tied to Scripture on the other hand (Edward & Stott, 1988, p. 160). Truth be known, these days it is sometimes difficult to differentiate evangelical kites from liberal hot-air balloons because evangelicals, like liberals, become overly caught up in winds of change. Thats why Introduction to Global Missions needed to be written. And thats why it needs to be widely read and carefully studied by all believers interested in Christian mission. This is evangelical missiology at its bestcontemporary and creative but tied securely to the Wor d of God.

David J. Hesselgrave , professor emeritus of Mission, Trinity Evangelical Divin ity School

From the initial call experience to missionary service to the various strategic applications of missionary practice on the field, this book covers it all. Its a comprehensive textbooka useful tool in helping people develop biblical foundations, theological parameters, and practical methodologies for mission advance. Beyond just compiling information, the book pulsates with passion for global mission advance. Read it and ge t moving!

Dr. Jeff Iorg, president, Golden Gat e Seminary

This missiology text is thoroughly engaging. I have not previously read a missiology text where the authors so consistently anticipated and answered my questions both as a teacher and a missionary practitioner. Students will love this book. There is a unique presentation of the big picture of missiology with wonderful detail in so many practical applications and gems of wisdom. This book will surely help prepare more effective missionaries and produce more excitement about missionary service. One aspect of this book that sets it apart from others is how reproducible its teachings are for those who embark on global mission work. I have used a good number of missiology texts over the years, but I have not encountered one like this. It will resonate with you and a new generation of missi onaries.

Mark McClellan , dean of the Herschel Hobbs College of Theology and Ministry, professor of Theology and Missions, Oklahoma Baptist University

We are standing at the threshold of one of the greatest moments of opportunity and responsibility for the Christian Church. With the Great Commission as our charge, there has never been a greater need for a book that would introduce Christian missions in all of its fullness and urgency, and for that reason I warmly welcome Introduction to Global Missions by Zane Pratt, David Sills, and Jeff Walters. These three authors combine decades of experience on the mission field and thoughtful engagement with the most crucial, biblical, and theological issues of the Great Commission Challenge. This book represents the latest scholarship, the keenest biblical thinking, and a very current analysis of the challenges and opportunities we face around the world. This book is urgently important, spiritually challenging, and belongs in the hands of every gospel-minded Chris tian.

R. Albert Mohler Jr. , president, The Southern Baptist Theologica l Seminary

Introduction to Global Missions

Copyright 2014

by Zane Pratt, M. David Sills, and Jeff K. Walters

B&H Publishing Group

Nashville, Tennessee

All rights reserved

ISBN: 978-1-4336-7875-2

Dewey Decimal Classification: 266

Subject Heading: MISSIONSHISTORY \ MISSIONS--BIBLICAL TEACHING \ MISSIONARIESCALL AND TRAINING