That They Might Seek Him: Introduction to Migration Ministry
Ebook
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.
“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
- Title: That They Might Seek Him: Introduction to Migration Ministry
- Authors: Anthony F. Casey, Steven B. Kern
- Publisher: Wipf and Stock
- Print Publication Date: 2021
- Logos Release Date: 2021
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9781725284265, 9781725284241, 9781725284258, 172528426X, 1725284243, 1725284251
- Resource ID: LLS:9781725284265
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-12-22T07:13:30Z
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.