Christ Quote by Lesslie Newbigin
“The Church, wherever it is, is not only Christ's witness to its own people and nation, but also the home-base for a mission to the ends of the earth.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gospel in a Pluralist Society, 1989
The church serves both as a local witness to Christ and as a launch point for global mission work.
In simple terms: Church is local witness and global mission base.
Key Takeaway
Support local community while engaging worldwide outreach.
Themes
mission
community
faith
Mood
hopeful
inspirational
Type
theological
missional
When to use this quote
- local worship
- international missions
- cross‑cultural outreach
Key Concepts
Ecclesiology
missiology
inculturation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can congregations prioritize both local care and global outreach?
- What structures help sustain long‑term missions?
A Different Perspective
Balancing local responsibilities with global ambitions can strain resources.
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