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“There is in St. Paul's definite, soul-stirring assertion of the wrath of God and the reality of the judgment at hand, a truth more profound than any that underlies our somewhat enfeebled ideas of universal benevolence and the determined progress of the race.”

Quote by Roland Allen

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Missionary Methods: St. Paul's or Ours?

This book delves into the practices and strategies employed by St. Paul during his missionary journeys, comparing them to modern missionary approaches. It explores the principles and techniques that made St. Paul's mission successful and considers how these can be applied in today's missions context. more

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Roland Allen
Roland Allen

Roland Allen, born on December 29, 1868, was a prominent missionary from the United Kingdom. He spent 40 years in China, dedicated to the spread and development of Christianity. Allen was known for his unique approach to missionary work, advocating for localization and simplification in the propagation of Christianity, which had a profound impact on the development of Chinese Christian churches. more

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