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2019-05-29T14:40:52-07:00

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The Problem with Old Half-Truths about the New Perspective

Last updated on: May 29, 2019 at 2:40 pm By Brad Vaughn

Michael Kruger’s recent post reminds us of problems that occur when we speak in half-truths. In his article, he suggests that the “New Perspective on Paul” (NPP) is a product of our current cultural milieu. He says, My own suspicion is that the New Perspective achieved popularity mainly because young Protestant ministers would rather talk about inclusion and breaking barriers than about the guilt of sin and the pointlessness of trying to erase it by a regimen of good deeds.... Read more

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2019-05-10T10:02:09-07:00

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The Problem with Defining “People Groups”

Last updated on: May 10, 2019 at 10:02 am By Brad Vaughn

Christianity Today's recent article highlights the problem with the label "unreached people groups" or "UPGs". While I'm grateful that it puts in public view what has been a growing conversation in missions circles, I think we can press the questions further. Read more

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2019-05-21T12:31:28-07:00

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Short Video Introduction to “Reading Romans with Eastern Eyes”

Last updated on: May 21, 2019 at 12:31 pm By Brad Vaughn

What if we read Romans with "Eastern eyes"? Ask yourself, "What would we see?"This short video considers that question. Read more

Honor & Shame (Face)

Reading Romans with Eastern Eyes

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2019-04-27T13:33:20-07:00

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Interview with Scott Moreau about Contextualization

Last updated on: April 27, 2019 at 1:33 pm By Brad Vaughn

When I began reading Scott Moreau's Contextualizing the Faith: A Holistic Approach, I immediately wanted to let everyone know about it. He is a well-recognized expert on contextualization. I recently interviewed Scott and today I share with you his responses. Read more

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Scott Moreau

2019-04-27T13:31:07-07:00

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7 Reasons Why Sinicization is Not Rhetoric This Time

Last updated on: April 27, 2019 at 1:31 pm By Brad Vaughn

Some people have expressed their doubt about China’s recent initiative to “Sinicize” Christianity. They suspect the plan is simply propaganda, empty threats or show. After all, haven’t we seen similar programs rolled out in the past? We’ve been there, done that. Or have we? I suggest there are at least seven ways that this current plan to Sinicize Christianity represents more than mere saber rattling. For my previous assessment of China’s Sinicization plan, click here. Seven Reasons China Seems Serious... Read more

2019-04-27T13:30:49-07:00

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Reviews of Recent Mission and Culture Books (Plus a Few More)

Last updated on: April 27, 2019 at 1:30 pm By Brad Vaughn

We can’t read everything. That’s why journals offer book reviews. The recent issue of Themelios contains seven reviews covering a wide range of subjects. Read more

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2019-04-24T07:48:48-07:00

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Endorsements and Pre-ordering Reading Romans with Eastern Eyes

Last updated on: April 24, 2019 at 7:48 am By Brad Vaughn

IVP will release Reading Romans with Eastern Eyes in less than a month. Over the next few weeks, I'll introduce parts of the book to you. I'm grateful that several noteworthy people have already endorsed the book. E. Randolph Richards was kind enough to write the foreword. Read more

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Romans

Reading Romans with Eastern Eyes

Romans

2019-04-17T07:43:18-07:00

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From the Shame of Vainglory to Christ’s Glory

Last updated on: April 17, 2019 at 7:43 am By Brad Vaughn

The vindication of God’s glory through Christ has significant implications for Christ’s followers. In this post, I briefly explore four ways that believers are called to glorify God through Christ in Paul’s narrative. Read more

2019-04-01T17:33:11-07:00

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Writing Worship Songs in Chinese (when it’s your second language)

Last updated on: April 1, 2019 at 5:33 pm By Brad Vaughn

Contextualization involves more than sound theological doctrine or effective ministry strategies. One area of contextualization that is rarely discussed is songwriting. This is one reason publication of a new article on the subject is especially significant. (By the way, the article is likely the first of its kind.) Read more

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2019-03-06T07:34:54-07:00

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The Importance of the Glory Motif in Paul’s Narrative

Last updated on: March 6, 2019 at 7:34 am By Brad Vaughn

One of the main themes, if not the primary motif in biblical theology, is the glory of God. In the following, I briefly highlight the narrative structure of glory as seen through Paul’s eyes. Read more

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