Six Stimulating Volumes on World Evangelism
PAULUS SCHÄRPFF
hi story of Evangel ism
An Open Letter to Ministers of Youth
|N THE SPIRIT OF LOVE and with ■the greatest respect for all who are God’s appointed and anointed servants, may I (as a parent and layman) most earnestly beseech you to use the utmost caution and discretion when speaking on the subject o f parent-child relation ship in the presence o f young peo ple. Perhaps you may consider such a plea rather superfluous in view of personal training, study, and sincere dedication demanded by your high calling. But at the risk of being considered presumptu ous, I would respectfully draw your attention to a major pitfall into which one o f your well- meaning colleagues inadvertently stumbled. While visiting in another state, my family and I were privileged to attend a morning worship serv ice in a fine, B ib le -b e lie v in g church. In the absence of the pas tor the message was delivered by the minister of youth. It was a real blessing to my wife and me to hear his remind er of the absolute necessity for love and kindness in all correction and discipline of our children. It was an “ Amen!” type of sermon as far as these solemn admoni tions to parents were concerned. But unfortunately it didn’t end there.
HISTORY OF EVANGELISM Paulus Scharpff. Prefaced by Billy Graham. Translated by Mrs. Carl Henry. Evangelism is defined as being the function of man—distinct from the function of the Holy Spirit evidenced in spiritual awaken ings. Parallel discussions of evangelism in Germany, Great Britain, and America em phasize historical relationships and demon strate that mutual exchange can bring prog ress to the work of God’s Kingdom. Many examples of unorganized and of well- organized evangelism. Cloth, $6.95 An explosive narrative analyzing the problems confronting Latin American missionaries. This contemporary parable demonstrates the author’s deep personal knowledge of the Latin American culture and, by emphasizing the necessity of under- standingand cooperation, offers a fascinating and practical introduction to mission life. Paperback, $1.45 NEW SERIES: church growth around the world These perceptive studies evolve from the Institute of Church Growth and are written by men who speak from within the mission ary movement. THE OTHER SIDE OF THE COIN Juan Isaias
outposts in the world. Amply documented, with all conclusions supported and explained by statistical data, charts and graphs. Paperback, $3.25
CHURCH GROWTH IN MEXICO Donald McGavran.
The expansion of Protestantism in Latin America is analyzed in terms of the factors that tend to cause static churches and those that produce growing churches. This timely and important survey presents principles and suggests policies that are applicable wherever Christian missions are present. Paperback, $1.95
WILDFIRE: CHURCH GROWTH IN KOREA Roy E. Shearer
Details how the Presbyterian Church in Korea grew in the past, what roles were played by missionaries, contributions of national Christians. Consideration is given to Korea’s religious, social, political and geographical situations as they affect church growth. Paperback, $2.95
NEW PATTERNS OF CHURCH GROWTH IN BRAZIL William R. Reed
“ . . . a well-documented volume of basic information which we have never before had available to u s . . . I could not agree more with the author that a serious study like this one is an essential ingredient to any re- evaluation of our methods and emphases in missionary effort today.” —John H. Sinclair. Paperback, $2.45
CHURCH GROWTH IN CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN NIGERIA
WM. B. EERDMANS PUBLISHING CO. Grand Rapids, Michigan
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John B. Grimley and Gordon E. Robinson. Views two of the most productive mission
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