Word and Deed (and Signs…?)
In the Reformed Christian tradition, there is a lot talk about spreading the gospel through Word and Deed ministry. I’m reading a book that calls attention to ‘Signs’ as a necessary third part. In animist cultures, signs and wonders have to do with power: which God is more powerful?
In North America, and our rational, dualistic worldview, we have no place for signs and wonders. Charismatic churches, who experience and are not afraid of signs and wonders are the fastest growing churches. Not a coincidence.
This is something our Majority World church brothers and sisters can teach us. I’m ready to listen and learn!