Mountains Move - Steve Bell
Public discourse has become increasingly strident, aided and abetted by political correctness. Some Christians are intimidated by this and withdraw, while others unwittingly tread on social landmines, damaging their message and giving Christians a bad reputation.
What the book is about The book is an insight into Christian engagement and mission in the 21st Century, how Christians can follow the risen Christ through church walls into society as effective ‘moral salt’ and ‘spiritual light’. The social “marketplace” of ideas has shifted online, which is the latest frontier for Christian presence, engagement and mission, and where we “teach” the relevance of the gospel as an entre to “preach” it amidst the social landmines strewn around in a post-Christian society. How do we navigate our way with unconscious biases such as the colonial era or white supremacy; the notion of political correctness or the danger posed by fundamentalist Muslims and Christians; the challenge of secularism and the new atheism. What do we do in light of the flow of ex-Muslims who are attaching to local churches? Mountains are moving but are we moving with them?
‘The topography of Steve Bell’s “mountains” is enlightening and humbling. There is a steep but rewarding learning curve here for those longing for a more honest and humble witness to Muslim friends.’ Chris Wright, PhD, Director of the Langham Partnership
In an original, easy-to-digest, experience-born style, this is a timely analyses that is intellectually rigorous and gently persuasive. Muslims and others are, at heart, in pain. How can followers of Jesus best help?’ Rt Revd Dr Bill Musk,author and former bishop in North Africa
‘Finally, a book which sets the complexity of public discourse with Muslims in a social and historical context. I appreciate Steve’s sensitive handling and wise counsel on the difference between American and British attitudes to polemics. This book is a must-read on both sides of the Atlantic.’Jay SmithPhD, founder of Pfander, apologist, polemicist
‘This book, provides not only understanding of our Muslim neighbours, but also of the opportunities among the many Muslims who are open to Christ. This framework gives me confidence to reach out with the good news of the gospel.’ Rico Tice, Senior Minister –All Souls’ Church Langham Place
‘Steve Bell has given us, a clear analysis of the track record of interaction between Christians and Muslims that is precise and constructive. If taken on board by churches and Missions, it could cause a small revolution, in training for clergy and mission.’ Ron George, founder of People International, World in Need & Eurasia Education Foundation
Steve Bell is an internationally recognised communicator, analyst, speaker, author, trainer, and consultant. He has over forty years’ experience in cross-cultural engagement in over 120 countries. Steve pioneered two missional initiatives for South Sudan and the Horn of Africa, directed three agencies, and chaired two NGOs. He studied theology under Nottingham University and the Evangelical Seminary Cairo, as well as cross-cultural mission studies at All Nations Christian College Herts and the Southern Cross College Sydney. He has served on the speaking teams of Spring Harvest, Word Alive, Keswick Convention, and New Wine. Other published titles by Steve Bell include: Friendship First;Grace for Muslims;Gospel for Muslims;Between Naivety & Hostility (Ed)
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