PERSPECTIVES on the World Christian Movement
Seeing the big picture of what God is doing...and getting in step!
What is Perspectives?
Perspectives is a dynamic study program of 15 sessions, designed to educate God's people to what He is doing in the world today. This unique course, developed by the U.S. Center for World Mission, exposes participants to a different speaker in each session.
- BIBLICAL: What is the definitive theme of Scripture and its ultimate purpose?
- HISTORICAL: How has the church grown from culture to culture since its birth in Jerusalem?
- CULTURAL: How can we learn to communicate the Gospel in a culturally sensitive manner?
- STRATEGIC: What is God's paramount goal and how can we use our personal resources to cooperate effectively with it?
Who Will Be Taking This Course?
- Students and couples who have expressed an interest in pursuing missions.
- Missionaries in training.
- Experienced missionaries from various fields and differing ministries.
- Leaders, pastors and ministry directors, as well as believers, young and old, who want to be World Christians.
- Students in both university and high school who are interested in being part of what God is doing in the world.
What Will God Do For You Through Perspectives?
- BIBLICAL COHESIVENESS - You'll understand better the central theme of Scripture as an expression of God's heart.
- PERSONAL MINISTRY - You'll be in a better position to explore your options for cutting-edge service.
- EXPANDED VISION - You'll cultivate a passion for world evangelization and an appreciation of God's heart for the nations.
- STRATEGIC INVOLVEMENT - You'll be able to better evaluate how your gifts and skills can be invested strategically in the church, the community and the world.
Something exciting and challenging is happening all over the world today! God is on the move--making remarkable breakthroughs across the globe. See the big picture--how God is working and has worked through the ages to accomplish His vision for all peoples.
Educational Options
- AUDIT: Enhance your understanding of God's plan for the world.
- CERTIFICATE: For richer study, receive instructor feedback on quizzes and projects.
- CREDIT: Available on a graduate or undergraduate level.
Course Outline
- The Living God is a Missionary God
- The Story of His Glory
- May Your Kingdom Come
- Mandate for the Nations
- Unleashing the Gospel
- Expansion of the World Christian Movement
- Eras of the World Christian Movement
- Pioneers of the World Christian Movement
- The Task Remaining
- How Shall They Hear
- Building Bridges of Love
- Christian Community Development
- Spontaneous Multiplication of Churches
- Pioneer Church Planting
- World Christian Partnership
There are several ways to participate in Perspectives. Take a look at the locations and times they're offered. Online classes are also an option.
Your life is shaped by your perspective of the world...