Ministering in Honor-Shame Cultures - Biblical Foundations and Practical Essentials

Many a Westerner has had a cross-cultural experience of honor and shame. In this well-rounded and ministry-tested guide, Georges and Baker help us decode the cultural script of honor and shame, assisting us also in reading the Bible anew through that lens. Then they offer thoughtful and practical guidance in ministry within honor-shame contexts.

About the author

Jayson Georges (MDiv, Talbot) lived in Central Asia for nine years doing church planting and micro-enterprise development. He is the author of The 3D Gospel, founder/editor of HonorShame.com and creator of The Culture Test. He serves as missiologist-in-residence at an evangelical organization, developing tools and training for Christians working in honor-shame contexts. For security reasons after living in Muslim countries, Jayson has asked not to be identified in photos.

Summary

Many a Westerner has had a cross-cultural experience of honor and shame. In this well-rounded and ministry-tested guide, Georges and Baker help us decode the cultural script of honor and shame, assisting us also in reading the Bible anew through that lens. Then they offer thoughtful and practical guidance in ministry within honor-shame contexts.

Product details

• Authors: Mark D Baker, Mark D. Baker, Jayson Georges
• Publisher: IVP Academic
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.10.2016
• EAN: 9780830851461
• ISBN: 978-0-8308-5146-1
• No. of pages: 296
• Dimensions: 152 mm x 229 mm x 18 mm
• Weight: 484 g
• Series: No Series Linked
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Practical theology; Non-fiction book > Philosophy, religion > Religion: general, reference works; Social sciences, law, business > Sociology > Miscellaneous