Doing Theology. Thinking Mission

DOING THEOLOGY. THINKING MISSION.

Many Christians divide the concepts of theology and God's mission for the church. The lack of synthesis creates unrealistic theology and simplistic mission strategies. But the Bible is not a book of abstract ideas removed from reality. Our mission is done poorly and causes harm if we do not understand the Bible well enough to adapt its message to other contexts.

In an attempt to create discussions that bring theology and missions together, Mission ONE is launching a new podcast.

Mission ONE’s podcast series “Doing Theology. Thinking Mission.” will be co-hosted by Jackson Wu, Mission ONE’s Theologian-in-Residence, and Werner Mischke, Mission ONE Vice President. With at least two seasons annually, each will spotlight a distinct theme that reflects a current topic within society or the church relating to this intersection of theology and missiology.

Every season of the podcast will have 12-14 episodes, about half of which will feature expert interviews and the other half conversational episodes between the hosts. In addition, every episode—professionally produced by a sound engineer—is designed to be content-rich, full of resource recommendations for books or articles that will help listeners dive deeper.

Currently, there is no existing podcast series exploring this unique link. By demonstrating synthesized thinking, theologians and ministry practitioners alike will be equipped to reflect on matters in ways that are more biblically faithful and culturally meaningful. The Mission ONE podcast also specifically aims to influence the conversation around honor and shame around the world, making way for more impactful ministry.

We have already begun recording and plan to launch this summer.