Brian DeVries | You Will Be My Witnesses

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Brian DeVries | You Will Be My Witnesses

"In this episode of Christ the Center, Camden Bucey speaks with Brian DeVries, a theologian and pastor in South Africa, about his new book, You Will Be My Witnesses. They discuss the Christian and Reformed landscape in South Africa, the importance of witness in missions, and the connection between worship and witness. DeVries emphasizes the need for a solid theology of mission and the role of every believer as a witness to Christ.  In this conversation, Brian DeVries and Camden Bucey explore the multifaceted nature of Christian witness, emphasizing its historical significance, the interplay of suffering and evangelism, and the importance of both word and deed in the church's mission. They discuss the need for boldness in witness, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the impact of personal experiences on understanding witness. Additionally, they highlight the work of Mukhanyo Theological College in training leaders for ministry in Southern Africa. 00:07 Introduction 02:18 The Christian and Reformed Landscape in South Africa 05:41 Exploring the Book: You Will Be My Witnesses 10:10 The Theology of Witness in Missions 17:13 Witness Is Part of Christian Identity 26:54 Witness in the Old Testament 30:40 The Connection Between Worship and Witness 32:26 Historical Patterns of Witness and Suffering 37:58 Regaining Boldness in Witness 41:16 Word and Deed in Witness 44:38 Personal Experiences Shaping Understanding of Witness 48:54 Demystifying Evangelism and Apologetics 51:05 Mukhanyo Theological College 54:56 Conclusion" from the video introduction

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