Reviving Mission

"Is God doing a new thing? Linson Daniel, Jon Hietbrink, and Eric Rafferty dare to say that he is! And they are correct. In Reviving Mission, they invite the reader into a renewed wonder and enchantment of a God who is moving toward creation and inviting it into the intimate love of God. This book made me want to be a missionary again. Not somewhere else, but right here."

-A.J. Swoboda, associate professor of Bible and theology at Bushnell University in Eugene, Oregon, and author of The Gift of Thorns

"This book is a well-written exploration of contemporary mission in culturally diverse, post-Christian contexts. It is not just a good example of robust but accessible theological reflection, it is also grounded in the living experience of the authors. Good stuff!"

-Alan Hirsch, author of The Forgotten Ways and The Shaping of Things to Come and founder of Forge Missional Training Network and the Movement Leaders Collective

"While some missional literature sounds grave warnings about the parlous state of the church today, Reviving Mission is rooted in an infectious optimism about the unfurling of the kingdom and the church's role in it. The authors believe God is up to something, and their book is a clarion call for us to take our place in the new season he is stirring up around the world. Inspiring and practical."

-Michael Frost, founder of the Tinsley Institute at Morling College in Sydney, Australia, and coauthor with Christiana Rice, of To Alter Your World

"If you want to turn from cynicism to wonder, read this book! Linson Daniel, Jon Hietbrink, and Eric Rafferty testify to how God is at work in our world through those who seek him. Understanding the 4E framework illustrated in Reviving Mission transfers mission from professionals to everyday Christ-followers. This is a kairos moment: as we look toward God's future, anticipating it in the present, we can participate with the God of history in creating a future filled with unshakable joy!"

-JR Woodward, national director of the V3 Movement, author of Creating a Missional Culture and The Scandal of Leadership, and coauthor with Dan White Jr., of The Church as Movement

"God is on the move and doing a new thing in our fast-changing world. Reviving Mission is full of practical insights and thoughtful reflections from seasoned Christian leaders that apply to all who want to understand God's work for our times and wrestle with the challenges of living out their faith. A must-read for all serious Christians everywhere."

-Sam George, global catalyst for diasporas with the Lausanne Movement and author of Sharing Jesus with Hindus

"The missional frame of this book—encounter, explore, empower, establish—is so helpful in starting and sustaining flourishing communities of faith. This is the way to do it! And the stories the authors share offer much inspiration and hope that God is still on the move today. If you want practical ways to jump in and be a part of what God is doing in the world, read this book."

-James Choung, vice president of strategy and innovation of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA, and coauthor with Ryan Pfeiffer, of Longing for Revival

"A must-read primer for any ministry leader hoping to be better equipped and empowered. Reviving Mission offers much-needed postures and practical tools that will not only revive your mission but also your faith. God is doing something new!"

-Tom Lin, president and CEO of InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA

"Reviving Mission is a fresh, innovative integration of spiritual formation and holistic missiology pointing us to something bigger that's going on all around us—a fresh move of God in our time! Drawing us into practical rhythms that invite us to encounter God, Reviving Mission seeks to normalize a 'movement posture.' Demonstrating that God can and does move in power anywhere and everywhere, the authors call us to a fresh hope for revival and awakening at this cultural moment. This is a must-read for anyone passionate about cultural transformation, movement, and revival."

-R. York Moore, CEO of the Coalition for Christian Outreach

"Guiding us beyond immature triumphalism and reactive disillusionment, Linson Daniel, Jon Hietbrink, and Eric Rafferty give us a renewed vision for mission with their wise and practical book. Yes, as they argue, mission must be revived, avoiding the political distortions and cultural mistakes of the past, made alive for everyday life with the real presence of Jesus! Their holistic vision is both good news for communities that we are sent to and for all those who are sent. A wonderful and much-needed resource!"

-Daniel D. Lee, academic dean of the Asian American Center at Fuller Theological Seminary and author of Doing Asian American Theology

"This book is for those who hunger for renewal and long to see God's renewing work spill out beyond the walls of the church. Combining hope-driven inspiration and practical solutions, Reviving Mission is a wonderful resource that will equip and encourage the priesthood of all believers for our God-given mission in the world."

-Mark Sayers, senior pastor of Red Church in Melbourne, Australia, author of Reappearing Church and A Non-Anxious Presence, and the co-host of the Rebuilders Podcast

"Faith-building, discerning, and robust! New seasons require new wineskins. Reviving Mission provides a fresh expression of new wineskins that can steward a move of God in our generation."

-Sarah Breuel, Revive Europe executive director and Lausanne Movement board member

"In Reviving Mission, Linson Daniel, Jon Hietbrink, and Eric Rafferty so poignantly call the church—young and old alike—to join the mission of God in reviving us to the presence and movement of God in our lives so that we can help revive the people and places around us. This is a primer on how to participate in everyday missions while preparing for generational revival. If you desire to experience more of God's presence in your life, discover how God is currently moving around you, and empower others to be multiplying witnesses of Jesus, this book is a must-read!"

-Thai Lam, executive director of the Revival Is Family Foundation and director of the Collegiate Day of Prayer

"In Reviving Mission, authors Linson Daniel, Jon Hietbrink, and Eric Rafferty take readers back to the fundamentals, when authentic encounters with Jesus provided purpose and direction for the lives of his followers. The authors remind us that God's presence, and not political motivations, renowned success, or extravagant church services, is what is needed to bring true transformation. God is moving, and this book shows us how to follow him into a new season where he will bring life to people across the globe."

-Dave Ferguson, author of Hero Maker and B.L.E.S.S.

"Throughout all of history, we have seen fresh moves of the Spirit. Some become historical moments noted in the media, while others are personal but no less world changing. Reviving Mission looks at some practical steps in how to be a Holy Spirit people in the places where God leads us, and I am grateful for a book that so accessibly equips those who want to see the kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven."

-Jay Pathak, national director of Vineyard USA

"Linson Daniel, Jon Hietbrink, and Eric Rafferty's significant contribution to mission in the twenty-first century isn't what we would expect. While loaded with large canvases of theological and biblical acumen, Reviving Mission doesn't just stop there: it provides story after story of the real lives of real people who have made real decisions around practicing reviving mission through their real encounters and exploration with God, resulting in the real empowerment of leaders and establishing real communities of Jesus."

-Eun K. Strawser, author of Centering Discipleship and president of Iwa Collaborative

"A powerful invitation for ordinary people to join God's extraordinary movement, embodying his reviving mission in our chaotic world. With rich mission theology and evidence of God's fresh work in new expressions of global revival, Reviving Mission offers a hopeful, practical blueprint for living out our faith with renewed purpose and passion. Linson Daniel, Jon Hietbrink, and Eric Rafferty are sure to inspire, challenge, and equip younger generations to bring God's kingdom to life in every aspect of daily life, starting with personal encounters with God and extending to empowering others as missional disciples."

-Beth Seversen, former associate professor of youth and Christian ministries studies at North Park University and author of Not Done Yet: Reaching and Keeping Unchurched Emerging Adults