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 2) as personal conversion... takes self centrdness.??/(11) New q00--what right do you have to preach mto me.... ff...then he returnd to the TL 2:18 pm...it was a warmer day than usual..... he had taken care of hk matters... and was treated well...he solution of the continued theograma 7-1-00 Counter q- "what grounds do you have for thinking you will come nearer to worlds' problems by combining the insights of all the religions? (13) Auth of Jesus was not knowledge based but truth based (14).. By what auth 1) Jesus as auth 2) Jesus as supre auth 3) not of my will. I 1 Cor 9:16-17.. Chief temptation of anglo saxon heogy is Pelagianism... 2nd Q--- c-some will ask "who Is Jesus" some will place him, simply next to other world relgions.. (19)... Who is Jesus? 1) he announces reign of God, herald & bearer 2) acknowledgd as son of God (abba)..3) annointed by Spirit.crucial point. in thesus God had actually suffered for the sin of the world (25). God's blessings for allnations..Jesus tells disciples the secret f Jesus? 1) he announces reign of God, herald & bearer 2) acknowego Missionarheolgy 1) beyond question that Jesus saw God had actually suffered for the sin of the world (25). God's blessings for allnations. Jesus tells disciples the secret f this "Things) serding auth to forvie sins (Jn e re false Messiah 41. 13:5-6 Missionary cheolgy 1) beyond question that Jesus saw popull. 21 p 3) if true, its vatid, mthe oss three sissi apssing, immu realty, called for de 1) JEsus could not satisfy the vox e actin 2) chrach tucsistence 3) churgh action Spirn powerd. The Spirit guides 1) meing of Philip wra face minister (Act 3.26-40..) 2) prepares Ananias to receive Paul Spirit Jn 16:18-11, 12-15.... Little apocalypse the right words will give "for it is not you who speask, but the Fioly Spirit" 61).. 3- fold aspect of mission/1)proclamation 2) presence 3) prevenience Scandal fo particularity how to relate, universals to particular..they require each other 67..election covt promise lawi) added be of transgressions, not a contract, a law Romans 5L18-21 2) til the offspring shallcome 3) ordained by angesll Election must be guarded 1) against perversion as a privelged status 2) against contract mentality3) by grace, not righteousness (78).. Things to reject a) rationalztion-universlams that leads from ominites of God's love to ultimate salvation for all b) refuse to speculare re salvationof thers e) prime target who are sure of their own salvation d) dont speculate on exact #'s.. Mission includes justice.....educatin dominatin or liberation Liberation theol..Thcolf o action vs idealist philosophy.. Gustavo Guttierez 1)polit liberation 2) cultural liberatin 3) spirtual liberation..Hman Experience 1)death is a wedge. 2) Gspel releaes..3) patiens means suffering 4) exclusivist can oppress and opposed share toger in eucharist? Lib theol says no.. Marxism--understanding of human nature, extreme moralism..extreme morals evil..always exteral to one's self not thought of reconciliation Two things follow 1) whent he "oppresed" acquire power, no check exists upon their use of that power...do righteousncan jduge them..(nlimited self rightenso_ Committment should not be to cause but for truth, Christ *120)0 Mission methods..ff... then he went aup he ascended to lofty place...and there he began to take care of hk matters.. regularly weeding things out sifting that which was less necessary... and seeking to... continue to uncover the truth..in defense of self.. Prasie the Lord for His Spirit fo truth...thank you rlord.... Mission methods mistion station i convert must adapt to missionarystands is arlday culture whjy"? Misreading of great commisison 1) disiple baptize teach, in that order.. (mission stations have mistakingly. emph teaching first..... HHMMMM??.. 2) people's movement..does nt require social dislocatin (125)... Three Q's.. I relations of church gorwth hto message..II Meaning of confirmati conversion & realtion btw dipling and perfectin gIII Relation of Gospel & Chruch to cultures..L.e. lil are not sole factor, senstiivy response discpl nations Pauls' methods.. modern methods a) once a chr comm is built, contrast leaderstho to a local and move on b) no financial rships..c) no paternalsm d) does not impse self-chose ministry 130.. rely hoon HI...Spirit.. the time wwas moving quicll... Rvltn.. Two contrasting ways A... unchanging propositions.. vs personal meeting...study of bible & interp...vs continuing process...thsoe called, obed to preach....vs. no shapr distinction, point to God's activity...alll creation redeemdd...build organization..clery lead ..vs. lay people significant.. souls imporatnt beward of materilsm isolated.. vs meaning realtion to othres..humans as person... divintiy of Jesus...vs humnaity... Need balance.. "I am pla pleading for the soverigny and freedom fo the Holy Spirit to bring the Word of God in Jesus in his own way (138).. no a persuasion to adopt to ethicla standars of teh evangels (138).. Learning as well as teaching...Failure be church has failed to recognize and honor cultural differnces avoid disruption of culture & social organiatio (141) nonetheless, it might be considered wrong to try to keep.. in their culture. (i.e. apartheid (145) 3-fold rship gospel culture ecumfellsowhsip objections a) Bible itself reprents one partic culture be or compel b) withingthe NT..there are a vareity of inteprtns.c)critic analysis says its difficult to be sure of anything (154).. Essential point...ecum ffllwship is didstorted by its dependence almsot entirely upon one set of cultural models (159)..

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1. Narrative Reconstruction

This section explores missionary theology, the authority of Jesus, and the ethics of Christian engagement, particularly in postmodern and cross-cultural contexts.

It begins by emphasizing that personal conversion requires humility, recognizing self-centeredness, and questioning the right to impose religious beliefs on others. A reflective anecdote is given: after attending to personal matters, the missionary continues theological work, illustrating the need for careful discernment in approaching spiritual and social challenges. The text asks a crucial ethical question: “What grounds do you have for thinking you will come nearer to solving the world’s problems by combining insights from all religions?” The answer emphasizes that Jesus’ authority is grounded in truth, not mere knowledge, and that his mission is recognized as universal but not to be equated simplistically with other religions.

A central concern is Pelagianism, the temptation within Anglo-Saxon theology to overestimate human ability to achieve salvation independently of God’s grace. Relatedly, the text considers the question: “Who is Jesus?” He is proclaimed as herald of the reign of God, Son of God (Abba), and anointed by the Spirit. Importantly, Jesus suffered for the sins of the world, revealing divine solidarity with humanity, and extends God’s blessings universally.

Missionary theology is framed as proclamation, presence, and prevenience, guided by the Spirit. Biblical examples, such as Philip’s encounter (Acts 8:26–40) and Ananias’ preparation for Paul, illustrate Spirit-led guidance in mission. Mission is not merely functional; it is a participatory engagement with the world that navigates universals and particulars, balancing justice, cultural respect, and proclamation. Election and grace are protected against distortion: salvation is by grace, not merit or privileged status.

The section integrates liberation theology, emphasizing political, cultural, and spiritual liberation (Gustavo Gutiérrez). It critiques both unbridled Marxism and extreme moralism, noting that power without accountability can lead to new forms of oppression. Commitment must be to truth and Christ, not merely a cause. Mission methods include cultural adaptation, people-centered ministry, and sensitivity to social structures, correcting misreadings of the Great Commission (disciples baptize and teach, in that order).

Finally, postmodern concerns are addressed: the church must respect cultural diversity, avoid imposing its models (e.g., apartheid), and recognize that biblical interpretation is culturally situated. Ecumenical fellowship is necessarily limited by cultural dependence, requiring humility and openness in cross-cultural ministry.

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Personal Conversion & Authority

• Conversion is self-emptying, requiring moving away from self-centeredness.

• Question raised: “What right do you have to preach to me?”

• Authority of Jesus is truth-based, not purely knowledge-based (1 Cor 9:16-17).

• Jesus’ authority is:

  1. Personal (Jesus as authority)

  2. Supreme (God’s anointing)

  3. Not dependent on human will

• Anglo-Saxon theology often struggles with Pelagianism—overemphasis on human effort.

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Identity of Jesus

• Jesus as:

  1. Announcer of God’s reign; herald & bearer

  2. Son of God (Abba)

  3. Anointed by the Spirit

• Crucial point: God suffered for the sins of the world.

• Jesus shares God’s blessings for all nations.

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Missionary Theology

• Mission is Spirit-powered; requires action, not just knowledge.

• Threefold mission:

  1. Proclamation – preaching the gospel

  2. Presence – faithful engagement with communities

  3. Prevenience – anticipating needs, opening pathways

• Scandal of particularity: universals & particulars require mutual relationship.

• Election & covenant are grace-based, not contractual; guarded against privilege or legalism (Rom 5:18-21).

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Ethics & Liberation

• Mission includes justice and liberation: political, cultural, spiritual (Gustavo Guttierez).

• Human experience: death, suffering, patience.

• Marxism critique: morality as external; oppression unchecked once power shifts.

• Commitment should be to truth and Christ, not merely to a cause.

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Mission Methods & Strategy

• Mission stations must adapt to local culture.

• Great Commission often misread: disciples baptize then teach, not teaching first.

• Paul’s methods:

  1. Build local Christian community, then empower local leaders

  2. Avoid financial or paternalistic control

  3. Depend on Holy Spirit, not worldly power

• Modern application: balance organization vs lay participation, souls vs materialism, divinity vs humanity of Jesus.

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Learning & Cultural Sensitivity

• Churches fail when they ignore cultural differences, avoiding disruption of social structures (e.g., apartheid).

• Ecumenical fellowship challenges:

  1. Bible reflects one cultural perspective, not coercive

  2. NT shows interpretive diversity

  3. Critical analysis reveals uncertainty; over-reliance on a single cultural lens distorts fellowship

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Key Concepts

• Kenosis / self-emptying – essential for authentic witness

• Sovereignty & freedom of the Holy Spirit – God brings Word in Jesus’ own way

• Grace – guiding principle in mission and interpersonal engagement

• Prevention – anticipate challenges, protect integrity

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This entry emphasizes Spirit-led mission, cultural sensitivity, and the ethical centrality of Jesus’ truth in guiding church action and discipleship.

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2. Notes

• Personal conversion: challenges self-centeredness; must consider ethical right to preach.

• Authority of Jesus: truth-based, universal relevance, suffered for world’s sins.

• Pelagianism: overestimating human ability apart from divine grace.

• Mission: Spirit-led, threefold (proclamation, presence, prevenience), culturally sensitive.

• Liberation theology: political, cultural, spiritual liberation; emphasis on truth and accountability.

• Power & ethics: those newly empowered require moral checks; righteousness cannot be assumed.

• Great Commission: sequence—disciple, baptize, teach; avoid imposing teaching before discipleship.

• Ecumenical & cultural awareness: respect local culture, avoid imposing foreign models; recognize cultural situatedness of biblical interpretation.

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3. Key Terms

• Prevenience: anticipatory divine action in guiding mission.

• Liberation theology: theology focused on freeing the oppressed spiritually, culturally, politically.

• Pelagianism: heresy denying original sin and overestimating human moral ability.

• Ecumenical fellowship: cooperative relationships between churches, aware of cultural limitations.

• Vox Populi: (implied) collective voice of the people as ethical context in mission.

• Election & grace: salvation is by God’s choice and grace, not merit or social position.

• Cultural adaptation: modifying missionary approach to respect local culture and avoid disruption.

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4. Unclear / Ambiguous Words

• “TL 2:18 pm” — possibly a diary or time reference, unclear context.

• “continued theograma 7-1-00” — unclear; likely a personal record or study note.

• “ff… then he went aup he ascended to lofty place…” — narrative shorthand; metaphorical or literal unclear.

• “vox e actin” — likely intended as vox action or voice of action, context unclear.

• “Piprevent” — possibly a misspelling of prevenience.

• “H. SPirit” / “grace / Sovereignty Freedom Holy” — shorthand for theological concepts, but fragmented.

• “NA evang…obstacles” — shorthand for evangelical mission challenges, need clarification.

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