Discovering Church Planting: An Introduction to the Whats, Whys, and Hows of Global Church Planting

In Discovering Church Planting, J. D. Payne explores the biblical, historical and missiological principles of global church planting as well as unfolding practical strategies for confronting contemporary challenges to our vital task in reaching a lost world. This comprehensive introduction to church planting shows the reader how to apply effective, international church planting practices to specific contexts. J. D. speaks from personal experience, research and training and focuses on crucial issues every planter should consider. His well researched and easy to understand concepts are crucial for anyone who takes seriously the call of Scripture to "Declare His glory among the nations and His marvelous deeds to all peoples." CONTENTS Section I: Discovering Biblical and Theological Foundations Section II: Discovering Missiological Principles Section III: Discovering Historical Paradigms Section IV: Discovering Contemporary Issues