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“I thought sharing the Gospel is only about imparting theological knowledge but that’s not it, it’s more of speaking their heart language.”
Regine Mae Besa
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Keep the conversation going around past webinars and journal articles.
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The Power of Storytelling among Buddhists
During our March 2026 webinar, two experienced presenters discussed how storytelling presents unique opportunities to share the good news among Buddhists. Tony told us how storytelling opened doors among the Tibetans…
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The Power of Orality among Hindus
During our January 2026 webinar, three presenters shared unique perspectives on church planting movements. Greeto Racharia took us from the beginning of Hinduism to the modern time, highlighting the oral origins…
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Stories Show More Than They Tell
In this issue, Ezekiel Ajibade expands on his presentation with a short article on narrative preaching. David Gargule examines how orality bridges the gap for nomadic communities, as their lifestyle…
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Narrative Preaching
Narrative preaching connects deeply with people because everyone loves a story. Life itself unfolds through stories, and the Bible is filled with them. Ezekiel Ajibade explores how preachers can communicate…
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Mobility, Identity, and Mission: Rethinking the Role of NOMADs in Global Christianity
Nomadic communities represent a distinctive social and cultural identity built on mobility, kinship, and autonomy. While often marginalized or misunderstood by sedentary populations, nomads embody resilience, adaptability, and deep relational…
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The Logic of Retribution and Biblical Forgiveness Among the Wore People of Papua New Guinea: A Battle for Peace
This article is an adaptation of Dr. Belcher’s doctoral dissertation, the purpose of which was to research the Logic of Retribution and the response to teachings about biblical forgiveness after…
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