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That They Might Seek Him: Introduction to Migration Ministry

Paperback |English |1725284243 | 9781725284241

That They Might Seek Him: Introduction to Migration Ministry

Paperback |English |1725284243 | 9781725284241
Overview
While state governments determine the ""Who?"" ""How many?"" and ""Under what conditions?"" of immigration, God has determined the ""Why?"" He orchestrates the times and locations of the nations ""that they might seek Him"" (Acts 17:24-27). The sovereign God of the universe has redemptive purpose in the movements of the people. In many instances, the formerly ""unreached"" are moving ""within reach."" In God's plan, Christ-followers are instruments of compassion and ambassadors of hope. They are invited to respond. That They Might Seek Him: Introduction to Migration Ministry is written with this responsibility in mind. Targeting both students and practitioners, it informs, inspires, and equips. -Learn what the Bible says about migration . . . then and now. -Respond to factors at play in immigration policy development. -Embrace the challenges of message contextualization and migrant integration. -Identify tools for fruitful engagement. -Develop a strategy for fruitful ministry.
ISBN: 1725284243
ISBN13: 9781725284241
Author: Steven B. Kern
Publisher: Wipf and Stock
Format: Paperback
PublicationDate: 2021-05-21
Language: English
PageCount: 174
Dimensions: 6.0 x 0.4 x 9.0 inches
Weight: 8.48 ounces
While state governments determine the ""Who?"" ""How many?"" and ""Under what conditions?"" of immigration, God has determined the ""Why?"" He orchestrates the times and locations of the nations ""that they might seek Him"" (Acts 17:24-27). The sovereign God of the universe has redemptive purpose in the movements of the people. In many instances, the formerly ""unreached"" are moving ""within reach."" In God's plan, Christ-followers are instruments of compassion and ambassadors of hope. They are invited to respond. That They Might Seek Him: Introduction to Migration Ministry is written with this responsibility in mind. Targeting both students and practitioners, it informs, inspires, and equips. -Learn what the Bible says about migration . . . then and now. -Respond to factors at play in immigration policy development. -Embrace the challenges of message contextualization and migrant integration. -Identify tools for fruitful engagement. -Develop a strategy for fruitful ministry.
Editorial Reviews


"Steve Kern's book offers up-to-date and practical perspectives on the realities of ministering to immigrants, refugees, and peoples on the move. This book will benefit those already in church and mission leadership and others seeking to serve in mission in an increasingly mobile world."


--Edward L. Smither, dean, College of Intercultural Studies, Columbia International University



"The world is on the move and Steve Kern provides us with the theological, missiological, and practical insights we need to understand and respond to this unprecedented reality. A must-read for anyone who cares about the nations on our doorstep!"


--Dave Guiles, executive director, Encompass World Partners



"Steve Kern has written a timely and valuable book to not only aid the church in reaching migrants, but to begin to help reshape their entire paradigm of God's redemptive plan. . . . That They Might Seek Him is well suited for use in university and seminary classes on migration ministry, as well as by local churches looking for guidance as they encounter one of the greatest opportunities of our lifetime. Peoples are on the move; God is on the move. The question is, will the church join?"


--Anthony Casey, associate professor, intercultural studies, William Carey University



"The field of diaspora missiology is both a recent and rapidly developing discipline. Introductory works are important for proper understanding. Kern has done a great service by providing the church a scholarly, yet practical, introduction to migration ministry. Readers will understand global realities and be challenged with practicable directives. The Divine Maestro orchestrates the movement of the nations That They Might Seek Him, and Kern calls for our response!"


--J. D. Payne, professor of Christian ministry, Samford University, author of Strangers Next Door: Immigration, Migration, and Mission



"A welcome addition to the growing literature on migration and diaspora missions, Steve Kern has provided us all biblical foundations and pragmatic rationale for ministry to immigrants. A must-read for all churches and ministry leaders in the twenty-first century."


--Sam George, Catalyst for Diasporas of the Lausanne Movement and editor of Diaspora Christianities



Steven B. Kern is adjunct professor in the field of intercultural studies at Columbia International University. Steve has served with Encompass World Partners in member care and on the field in Germany. Together with his wife, he is committing the next great adventure of his life to making disciples of people on the move.

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Overview
While state governments determine the ""Who?"" ""How many?"" and ""Under what conditions?"" of immigration, God has determined the ""Why?"" He orchestrates the times and locations of the nations ""that they might seek Him"" (Acts 17:24-27). The sovereign God of the universe has redemptive purpose in the movements of the people. In many instances, the formerly ""unreached"" are moving ""within reach."" In God's plan, Christ-followers are instruments of compassion and ambassadors of hope. They are invited to respond. That They Might Seek Him: Introduction to Migration Ministry is written with this responsibility in mind. Targeting both students and practitioners, it informs, inspires, and equips. -Learn what the Bible says about migration . . . then and now. -Respond to factors at play in immigration policy development. -Embrace the challenges of message contextualization and migrant integration. -Identify tools for fruitful engagement. -Develop a strategy for fruitful ministry.
ISBN: 1725284243
ISBN13: 9781725284241
Author: Steven B. Kern
Publisher: Wipf and Stock
Format: Paperback
PublicationDate: 2021-05-21
Language: English
PageCount: 174
Dimensions: 6.0 x 0.4 x 9.0 inches
Weight: 8.48 ounces
While state governments determine the ""Who?"" ""How many?"" and ""Under what conditions?"" of immigration, God has determined the ""Why?"" He orchestrates the times and locations of the nations ""that they might seek Him"" (Acts 17:24-27). The sovereign God of the universe has redemptive purpose in the movements of the people. In many instances, the formerly ""unreached"" are moving ""within reach."" In God's plan, Christ-followers are instruments of compassion and ambassadors of hope. They are invited to respond. That They Might Seek Him: Introduction to Migration Ministry is written with this responsibility in mind. Targeting both students and practitioners, it informs, inspires, and equips. -Learn what the Bible says about migration . . . then and now. -Respond to factors at play in immigration policy development. -Embrace the challenges of message contextualization and migrant integration. -Identify tools for fruitful engagement. -Develop a strategy for fruitful ministry.
Editorial Reviews


"Steve Kern's book offers up-to-date and practical perspectives on the realities of ministering to immigrants, refugees, and peoples on the move. This book will benefit those already in church and mission leadership and others seeking to serve in mission in an increasingly mobile world."


--Edward L. Smither, dean, College of Intercultural Studies, Columbia International University



"The world is on the move and Steve Kern provides us with the theological, missiological, and practical insights we need to understand and respond to this unprecedented reality. A must-read for anyone who cares about the nations on our doorstep!"


--Dave Guiles, executive director, Encompass World Partners



"Steve Kern has written a timely and valuable book to not only aid the church in reaching migrants, but to begin to help reshape their entire paradigm of God's redemptive plan. . . . That They Might Seek Him is well suited for use in university and seminary classes on migration ministry, as well as by local churches looking for guidance as they encounter one of the greatest opportunities of our lifetime. Peoples are on the move; God is on the move. The question is, will the church join?"


--Anthony Casey, associate professor, intercultural studies, William Carey University



"The field of diaspora missiology is both a recent and rapidly developing discipline. Introductory works are important for proper understanding. Kern has done a great service by providing the church a scholarly, yet practical, introduction to migration ministry. Readers will understand global realities and be challenged with practicable directives. The Divine Maestro orchestrates the movement of the nations That They Might Seek Him, and Kern calls for our response!"


--J. D. Payne, professor of Christian ministry, Samford University, author of Strangers Next Door: Immigration, Migration, and Mission



"A welcome addition to the growing literature on migration and diaspora missions, Steve Kern has provided us all biblical foundations and pragmatic rationale for ministry to immigrants. A must-read for all churches and ministry leaders in the twenty-first century."


--Sam George, Catalyst for Diasporas of the Lausanne Movement and editor of Diaspora Christianities



Steven B. Kern is adjunct professor in the field of intercultural studies at Columbia International University. Steve has served with Encompass World Partners in member care and on the field in Germany. Together with his wife, he is committing the next great adventure of his life to making disciples of people on the move.

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  • Downloadable software products
  • Some health and personal care items

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