Michael Frost est un missiologue australien et une voix de premier plan dans le mouvement de l'église missionnaire. Ses écrits sont considérés comme une lecture essentielle dans les institutions théologiques du monde entier, et il est fréquemment invité comme conférencier international. Son travail examine de manière critique la pratique et la mission de l'église contemporaine dans le monde moderne.
Featuring a diverse array of spooky short stories and novelettes, this collection showcases nearly forty years of work by horror and thriller author Michael Frost. Each tale invites readers into chilling haunts, blending suspense and the supernatural, ensuring a thrilling experience that goes beyond a single narrative.
Set against the backdrop of a Victorian boarding school, this novel explores the challenges and adventures faced by its young characters. It delves into themes of friendship, rivalry, and the quest for identity, showcasing the complexities of school life. The narrative captures the spirit of youth, highlighting the balance between discipline and freedom, while also reflecting on the societal expectations of the time. Through its vivid depiction of school experiences, the book offers a nostalgic yet critical look at education and personal growth.
Set in the quiet town of Cordale, the story unfolds as a sinister force emerges from the depths of a creek, reigniting a cycle of death and terror. The rural landscape hides dark secrets, and as the community grapples with the resurgence of violence, the tension escalates, revealing the town's haunted past. The narrative promises a chilling exploration of fear and the hidden dangers lurking beneath the surface of everyday life.
The church is to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world, showing and telling the kingdom of God. But this incarnational mission is challenged by numerous "excarnational" forces, pulling us ever inward and selfward. In this prophetic cultural study missiologist Michael Frost helps us find our way back to the mission of God.
Michael Frost offers a compelling framework for understanding mission by drawing on the rich tapestry of Christian history and revealing how context shapes mission, just as a bottle shapes water.
Popular notions of Christian spirituality often emphasize disengagement from the world or the removal of worldly influences. Many seek spirituality as a way to escape life, aiming for transcendence or personal wholeness. Conversely, much of contemporary Christian thought focuses on avoiding worldly corruption through piety and rule-following. However, Jesus presents a transformative model for living. As the Incarnate One, he exemplifies how to engage with the world for its sake. To embody his likeness, we must understand missional spirituality in our daily contexts. What does a life rooted in the Incarnation entail? Barry Jones, a missional teacher and pastor, articulates a vision for authentic Christian spirituality centered on becoming more like Jesus. We exist in a specific time and place, with unique bodies, within a world that God aims to redeem. This presence should inspire us to emulate Jesus, who was a boundary breaker, shalom-maker, people-keeper, and wounded-healer. Jones asserts that Jesus' life illustrates what it means to be fully human, engaged in the world while passionately pursuing its welfare. He emphasizes that allowing the Incarnation to shape our spiritual vision corrects tendencies toward self-centered transcendence or disengagement. With practical suggestions and discussion questions, Jones advocates for a missional life grounded in deep connection and dependence on God. We need a renewed vision of spiri
