Imaginatively Missional
One of the questions I am increasingly asked is what we mean when we describe our work as being “shaped by the Ephesiology Framework.” It is an important question because the phrase is not intended as a slogan or a branding exercise. Rather, it expresses the theological and missiological lens through which we seek to …
What if the story of early Christian missions isn’t just preserved in texts but in stones, inscriptions, and cities waiting to be read? In Gods, Emperors, Philosophers, and a New Movement, Michael T. Cooper explores how archaeology reshapes our understanding of the early Christian movement—and what that means for missions today. In this interview, we asked …
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In his letter to the churches of Galatia, Paul makes a brief but tantalizing statement: “I did not immediately consult with flesh and blood, nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away into Arabia, and returned again to Damascus.” — Galatians 1:16–17 The remark is …
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The Greek words oikos and oikia are often used interchangeably in modern discussions of the early church, yet they carried distinct meanings in the first-century context. Understanding their differences is crucial for accurately interpreting biblical texts and their implications for missions, community, and church structure for today. Oikia: The Physical House and Family The term …
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