Sermon

Engaging the World: The Essential Role of Christian Missions

January 4, 2009 | Jerram Barrs

Jerram Barrs focuses on the theme of missions within the Christian context. He discusses the imperative role that missions play in spreading the gospel and demonstrates how integral it is to Christian life and spirituality. Barrs emphasizes the call for believers to actively participate in missions as a fundamental aspect of their faith expression.

Jerram Barrs (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) is the founder and resident scholar of the Francis A. Schaeffer Institute at Covenant Theological Seminary, where he is professor of Christian studies and contemporary culture. He and his wife served on staff with L’Abri Fellowship in England for 18 years. Jerram and his wife, Vicki, have three sons and seven grandchildren.