Forthcoming books:

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Reading James Missiologically: The Missionary Motive, Message, and Methods of James (WCP, 2024, co-edited with Edward L. Smither and Abeneazer G. Urga)

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Published books:

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Building Community Through Hospitality: Insights from Ethiopia for the American Loneliness Epidemic

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Loneliness plagues the West, and members of American Protestant churches are not immune. This book examines potential causes for the loneliness epidemic and considers biblical teaching and insights from a non-Western context—specifically Ethiopia—in search of antidotes and an alternative way of living that can lead to a greater sense of community and belonging for the generations to come.

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Mission in Praise, Word, and Deed: Reflections on the Past and Future of Global Mission (co-edited with Edward L. Smither)

As we ponder best mission practices, it's wise to hear from global practitioners--those who have been at it for a long time. This book represents the diversity of the global church. They are men and women from Africa, Asia, Latin America, North America, and Europe who have served or presently serve in places across the world. These contributors share the conviction that the future of missions involves a growing global church and missionary workforce joining hands to complete the Great Commission amid severe opposition and disruption.

Loving the Stranger: Welcoming Immigrants in the Name of Jesus 

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In my experience, most American Christians think that helping immigrants is a good idea in theory, but few actually get involved in the ministry of welcome because they feel afraid, concerned, or overwhelmed by busyness.

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Loving the Stranger addresses these fears in an understanding way, answers these concerns in a way that will resonate regardless of people's political convictions, and lays out simple ways to begin welcoming immigrants in the midst of our busy lives by simply welcoming them into our lives.

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This book is for you if you've ever had a desire to reach out across the cultural divide but weren't sure how to get started.

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Reading Hebrews Missiologically: The Missionary Motive, Message, and Methods of Hebrews

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My contribution to this book is the chapter entitled "Hope as an Anchor: The Missional Message of the Pilgrim People of God."

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Reading 1 Peter Missiologically: The Missionary Motive, Message, and Methods of 1 Peter (co-edited with Edward L. Smither and Abeneazer G. Urga)

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In today's world, the church on mission faces the immense challenge of engaging an array of cultures and ideologies. To address these issues, theologians and missiologists usually focus on Jesus and Paul. However, the Apostle Peter's words, steeped in wisdom, are another vital link between foundational Christian truths and the complexities of our global context.
For this reason, Reading 1 Peter Missiologically is a significant contribution to both biblical scholarship and mission practice. Examining 1 Peter through a missiological lens unveils the apostle's strategic approach to cross-cultural evangelism amidst persecution and cultural diversity.

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Diaspora Missiology: Reflections on Reaching the Scattered Peoples of the World [EMS #25]

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My contribution to this book is the chapter entitled "The Ethiopian Diaspora: Ethiopian Immigrants as Cross-Cultural Missionaries Activating the Diaspora

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Communication in Mission: Global Opportunities and Strategies [EMS #30] 

My contribution to this book is the chapter entitled "Faithful Fundraising: Communicating Needs without Sacrificing Dignity or Short-Circuiting Discipleship." for Great Commission Impact."

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Equipping for Global Mission: Proposals and Case Studies [EMS #32]

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My contribution to this book is the chapter entitled "'Are You Prepared to Eat with Us Our Theology?': Preventing Resource Righteousness in Theological Education."

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