Mission Affirmed: Recovering the Missionary Motivation of Paul
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Mission Affirmed: Recovering the Missionary Motivation of Paul Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Elliot Clark (Author), Lyle Blaker (Narrator), Crossway (Publisher)
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What will it take to accomplish Christ’s mission in our lifetime?

That’s the question evangelicals have been asking for over a century, but our efforts to reach the unreached and finish the task have often sacrificed the important for the immediate. The greatest challenge in evangelical missions isn’t a lack of urgency, but a lack of discernment. As we’ve prioritized movements that are simple and reproducible, the gospel and faithful churches are now threatened. Our mission itself could be disqualified.

In Mission Affirmed, Elliot Clark seeks to reshape our motivation by considering the example of Paul the missionary. The desire for God’s approval is what formed his ambition and directed his methods, and it should guide ours too. In these chapters, we rediscover how pursuing God’s praise can both motivate and regulate our gospel ministries. We also refocus — as missionaries, pastors, churches, and individuals — on what matters more than a mission accomplished: a mission God affirms.

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  1. Listening Length
    6 hours and 20 minutes
  2. Author
    Elliot Clark
  3. Narrator
    Lyle Blaker
  4. Audible release date
    January 11, 2022
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Crossway
  7. ASIN
    B09NPCFMQ3
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 6 hours and 20 minutes
Author Elliot Clark
Narrator Lyle Blaker
Audible.com Release Date January 11, 2022
Publisher Crossway
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B09NPCFMQ3
Best Sellers Rank #171,002 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#80 in Christian Missions & Missionary Work (Audible Books & Originals)
#178 in Christian Evangelism (Audible Books & Originals)
#1,178 in Christian Missions & Missionary Work (Books)

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Great for Goers and Those Who Send Them
It is such an honor for me to review great missions books like this one. I was blessed to serve as a foreign missionary for 21 years. Before leaving for the field, I found myself fairly regularly examining my motives for wanting to go. And even after years on the field, there were times when I had to search myself and ask why I was doing what I was. And trying to decide what really are the proper motivations. This book is one of examining what motivated Paul to go and preach the Gospel and what he wrote to encourage and motivate others to serve. Even though my wife and I returned "home" in 2020, I still very much loved reading Mission Affirmed and weighing out it's message. However, I think its message would be especially helpful for those considering missions or those currently serving.This is a book for thinkers and those who love to ask why. I appreciate the author's high view of Scripture and his ability to analyze the words of the Apostle Paul and discern why he did what he did and what he used to encourage others to follow his missionary example. Never once did I think that Clark's thoughtful conclusions were off the mark. I found myself wondering how I had missed seeing some of these truths sooner.I do suggest that you listen to the Feb 20, 2022 episode of "The Missions Podcast" where they interview the author and explore a bit more of what this book is about.I think this book would also be especially helpful for church and mission leaders who are trying to encourage those on their way to the mission field. There's a helpful appendix in the back entitled "Questions for Churches to ask a missionary candidate."Highly recommended for all.
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DR5901
5.0 out of 5 stars Places the Focus where it needs to be
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2022
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Over the past several decades, the focus of missions has often been on numbers. And while it is true God wants as many to know him as possible, when we just focus on numbers, we are in danger of losing sight of God's guidance for each person. The role of the Holy Spirit in Paul's motivation and mission was central to the impact he mad upon the nations. Instead of resorting to manipulation to produce more salvations and in turn, more funding, we need to focus on hearing the guidance of the Holy Spirit as he leads us in being the models and communicators of grace. The work of Christ multiplies when we are in relationship with him and others in such a way that demonstrates the power of the Holy Spirit. This book is a presentation of that idea and I highly recommend it.
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Matt
5.0 out of 5 stars Thoughtful, deeply challenging, scriptural
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2022
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This is one of the easiest five star reviews I've ever given. What's difficult is to describe how fully it earns each of those five stars. This book argues for reward on the last day as a neglected source of missionary motivation. As it does so, it touches on a number of stumbling blocks the missions community has encountered in the past few decades: over-contextualization, over-emphasis on speed, neglect of teaching, over avoidance of suffering. It not only points out issues but traces them straight back to the weaknesses in our theology and faith that have caused us to stumble over the issues it is pointing out. This is the type of book that missionaries could return to again and again on the field and meditate on and could find useful encouragement every time.
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Jonathan Gould
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book!
Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2022
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This has been such a great challenge for myself as a missionary teaching unreached people groups. This book has done a great job showing us the correct motivation for serving in Christ's mission, and that is to seek honor from God to the glory of God.. I was also challenged to be faithful to equip and disciple people in the Gospel and to protect the flock from false teaching. This book was a true blessing and help to me.
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Francis Monroe
4.0 out of 5 stars This book fans the flames of missionary zeal.
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2022
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The author has an effective way of inspiring missionaries and those who feel called by God to serve as missionaries in some capacity. The author chronicles the apostle Paul and missionary to the Gentiles with the gospel of Jesus Christ. The book is filled with biblical references and examples from the author’s life and ministry to convey important principles for those seeking to affirm the mission of Christ and His purpose for their lives. I like the content, but the book falls short in creativity and style. It looks and feels like a textbook rather than an engaging journey through the life of the missionary, the apostle Paul.
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Francis Monroe
4.0 out of 5 stars This book fans the flames of missionary zeal.
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2022
The author has an effective way of inspiring missionaries and those who feel called by God to serve as missionaries in some capacity. The author chronicles the apostle Paul and missionary to the Gentiles with the gospel of Jesus Christ. The book is filled with biblical references and examples from the author’s life and ministry to convey important principles for those seeking to affirm the mission of Christ and His purpose for their lives. I like the content, but the book falls short in creativity and style. It looks and feels like a textbook rather than an engaging journey through the life of the missionary, the apostle Paul.
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Steve H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and timely book
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2022
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This book is thought provoking, well-written and timely.
Elliot addresses important issues related to missions and relates current missiological practice to the Aposotle Paul. It is well worth a read!
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Scott Swartzentruber
5.0 out of 5 stars Clear and needed truth!
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2022
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Well written, powerfully clear truths that every Christian needs deeply implanted. Grateful for this edifying work.
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J.T.M
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read to learn about effective mission work
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2023
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I have always been impressed by reading and learning from Paul's ministry. That is one of the reasons I ordered this book. I was definitely happy with the read. It gave me a good review of Paul's ministry and some of his methods. Even though not everything is relatable to the current world but I do believe there is a lot we can learn from the methods of Paul and use it in our mission life.
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