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Wade Mantlo

    Wade Mantlo

    This research sought to explore the impact of a missiological movement hermeneutic on how leaders create missions strategies. A literature review was conducted to determine if the multiplication of disciples and churches was part of the... more
    This research sought to explore the impact of a missiological movement hermeneutic on how leaders create missions strategies. A literature review was conducted to determine if the multiplication of disciples and churches was part of the historical context of the New Testament. The study included interviews with top leaders from different organizations and countries to get different perspectives and experiences. An analysis of the results confirmed that using a missiological lens focused on the multiplication of the gospel, disciples and churches is a legitimate hermeneutic, although the research also revealed notable objections to this method of study and to using the term movement to describe the New Testament events. Leaders currently do not learn about movement strategies from formal theological training, but there is a growing number of books, articles, trainings and field practitioners available that have played a prominent role in influencing strategic plans. The implications of the lack of prominent use of a missiological hermeneutic in considering missions strategies coupled with the growing number of examples of Disciple Making and Church Planting Movements currently taking place, highlight the need for serious discussion about improving the biblical hermeneutic used to guide church planting efforts.