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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
PSALM
Latest articles
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Holistic Hermeneutics: Interpreting Scripture in Light of Oral Tradition
Joshua emphasized the significance of understanding the role of emotions in Bible interpretation. He discussed the emotional aspects of a biblical passage, the importance of understanding character emotions, and the…
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Orality in Theological Education: Addressing 21st-Century Challenges
Our speakers, Larry Caldwell and Laurence Gatawa, made a compelling case for the use of orality in theological education. Laurence focused on the need to teach oral hermeneutics, while Larry…
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Intro to Orality in Digital Media and Arts
Orality, digital media, and the arts are vital for sharing the Good News, echoing how God uses artistic expressions. Digital media empowers oral-preference communicators to engage without relying on text-based…
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Orality and the Impact of Media
Orality and media intersect as digital media reshapes oral traditions and communication practices, extending reach and creating new forms of engagement. Drawing from 30 years in Asia and experience in…
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Orality and Religious Media in the Digital Age
This study explores the intersection of orality and religious media in the digital landscape, focusing on how oral traditions adapt to digital platforms, the influence of digital media on religious…
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More Local Ways for Praise: Local Arts for Mission & Ministry
The Gospel is a message that must be delivered in ways that resonate with diverse cultural backgrounds. This article explores how local arts provide a powerful and beautiful medium for…
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Thank you. I found that the Deaf in Thailand responded with laughter when they watched the video of Sarah laughing…
Thank you much for taking a look at my book. I think these are some of the most important conversations…
Thanks for sharing these concepts in such a clear and practical way, Josh. These are ideas and feelings that I…