Chris Wright at Capetown 2010: the greatest hindrance to world mission is God’s own people

There was resounding applause today as Chris Wright issued an unequivocal call for a second reformation in the world church.

Addressing the Third Lausanne Congress on world evangelisation today, the renowned theologian said Christians had lost their integrity and succumbed to the idolatry of power and pride, popularity and success, and wealth and greed.

“What do you think is the greatest obstacle to God’s desire for the evangelisation of the world? It’s not other religions. It’s not persecution. It’s not resistant cultures.

“The greatest problem for God in his redemptive mission for the world is his own people.

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One comment on “Chris Wright at Capetown 2010: the greatest hindrance to world mission is God’s own people

  1. New Reformation Advocate says:

    Amen.

    David Handy+