Europe’s influence on Christianity throughout history has undoubtedly been significant. However, the massive secularisation of the continent in recent decades has impacted the vitality of the Christian faith in that region. Emerging generations are increasingly distant from any kind of meaningful Christian influence. Additionally, political structures that are antagonistic towards Christianity have existed at various moments in European history, resulting in persecution for Christians. The story of suffering for one’s Christian faith is relevant to believers in Asia.
Pentecostal Voices across Continents provides key theological insights from European Pentecostal scholars whose personal context lie under the long shadow of secularisation. These contextually-rooted voices from Europe interface with the critique and integration of the current realities of Asian Pentecostals. The result is a repository of sturdy theological essays that will enrich Global Christianity’s continued vibrancy from the Global Pentecostal Voices initiative.
This volume offers a cornucopia of riches. Most significant, perhaps, is the sweep of nationalities and training institutions the writers represent. Western-based voices are paired with responses from Eastern-based ones. The volume combines academic experience with pastoral wisdom. Pentecostal Voices Across Continents will energize the study of the modern global Pentecostal movement for years to come.
Grant Wacker, Duke Divinity School Gilbert T. Rowe Distinguished Professor (Emeritus) of Christian History