Deze auteur verkende spirituele zaken en het leven in afgelegen delen van de wereld. Zijn werken onderzoeken vaak de botsing van culturen en religies, evenals de menselijke zoektocht naar betekenis in onbekende omgevingen. Hij vertaalde zijn ervaringen uit missionair werk en reizen in diepe reflecties over geloof en de menselijke ziel. Zijn schrijven biedt een uniek perspectief op de wereld vanuit het oogpunt van iemand die actief betrokken was bij internationale dialoog en hulp.
Set against a backdrop of anticipation, this novel promises to captivate readers with its engaging narrative and compelling characters. It delves into themes of hope and resilience, exploring how individuals navigate challenges and seek connection in a rapidly changing world. With its unique perspective and rich storytelling, it aims to resonate with a diverse audience, making it a highly awaited addition to the literary landscape this fall.
St. Paul's or Ours: A Study of the Church in the Four Provinces
The book offers a radical critique of traditional Western missionary methods, advocating for biblical principles that are increasingly relevant today. Written in 1912, it challenges conventional practices and emphasizes adaptable strategies for mission work. While focused on missionary efforts, the principles discussed extend beyond cross-cultural missions, making it applicable to various contexts and encouraging innovative approaches within ministry.
We are talking today of indigenous churches. St. Paul's churches were indigenous churches in the proper sense of the word; and I believe that the secret of their foundation lay in his recognition of the church as a local church (as opposed to our "national churches") and in his profound belief and trust in the Holy Spirit indwelling his converts and the churches of which they were members, which enabled him to establish them at once with full authority. - Author's preface to the second (1927) edition