“Of course all advance depends upon money, when we depend upon paid workers for any advance. Teach men as one of their first lessons in the gospel that pastoral work and evangelistic work ought to be paid, and will they not believe it? They would all believe it if the Holy Ghost did not dispute our teaching. It is a powerful proof of the presence and grace of the Holy Ghost that they do not all believe it and act accordingly.”
Quote by Roland Allen
Work
The Ministry of the Spirit: Selected Writings of Roland Allen
The book is a compilation of essays and articles by Roland Allen, a prominent theologian and missiologist. It delves into the nature of the Holy Spirit's work in the lives of believers and its implications for church leadership and mission work. The selections cover a range of topics, including the role of the Spirit in spiritual formation, the practice of spiritual disciplines, and the challenges faced by spiritual leaders in different cultural contexts. more
Author
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