Abstract
A practical, evangelical assessment of the possibilities of joint witness must contemplate the historical realities of separatism and the current opportunities and convergences on witnessing to the gospel. The end of the millenium, cross-fertilization of the traditions in the eighties, and clamorous human need all open opportunities that need to be exploited. The discipline of scriptural discipleship is at the heart of building joint witness. Witness needs to be defined based on the uniqueness of Christ, and this requires dealing with the themes of universalism and dialogue. Third World mission sending and restricted access beg for joint witnessing solutions. The complexity and poverty of urban settings, the youth of the world's populations, and the multiplicity of organizational forms are both advantageous and disadvantageous.
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