Sub-Saharan Africa has experienced one of the most remarkable expansions of Christianity in modern history, positioning the African church as a vital force in global Christianity. Yet growth in numbers does not always translate into a deep understanding of the biblical foundations of evangelism and missions.
In Called to the Nations, Dr. Isaiah Olatoyan examines the theological and practical challenges facing the African church and calls believers back to a truly biblical understanding of God’s mission. Drawing from Scripture and years of missionary experience, he explores the church’s identity as God’s redeemed community and its responsibility to fulfill the Great Commission faithfully and effectively.
This insightful study demonstrates that authentic Christian mission must be rooted in God’s Word rather than cultural assumptions, traditions, or institutional practices. By examining key biblical passages and missiological principles, Dr. Olatoyan provides a framework for understanding the mission of God and the role of the local church in advancing the gospel.
A valuable resource for pastors, missionaries, theological students, church leaders, and mission organizations seeking a biblically grounded approach to missions in Africa and beyond.
AUTHOR BIO:
Isaiah Oluwajemiriye Olatoyan, D.Miss., Ph.D., is a missionary, teacher, and author serving African immigrants, refugees, and international students in the United States. Executive Director of Beulah Missions of Sudan, he has taught missions and religious studies in Africa and America. He is married to Sarah Nihinlola, and they have two children.
CATEGORIES:
REL012040 – Religion / Christian Theology / Missions
REL070000 – Religion / Christian Ministry / Missions
REL006700 – Religion / Christian Church / Growth
KEYWORDS:
contextual African biblical theology; African theology of missions; Christian missions in Africa; biblical theology of mission; evangelical missions; Great Commission discipleship; missiology and church growth; African Christianity; missionary training textbook; theological education Africa; church leadership and missions; gospel mission strategy; mission of God theology; evangelism and discipleship; missionary studies; intercultural ministry; indigenous church missions; global Christianity; mission-focused churches; biblical foundations of missions
