Publisher's Synopsis
Apostolic and Modern Missions is a book written by Chalmers Martin in 1898. The book discusses the history of Christian missions, both in the early apostolic era and in modern times. Martin explores the different approaches to missionary work, including the methods used by the apostles in the New Testament and the strategies employed by modern missionaries.The book is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on the apostolic era and examines the work of the apostles in spreading the gospel throughout the Roman Empire. Martin discusses the challenges faced by the apostles, such as persecution and opposition from established religions, and how they overcame these obstacles to establish the early Christian church.The second part of the book looks at modern missions, including the work of missionaries in Africa, Asia, and other parts of the world. Martin examines the different approaches to missionary work, including the use of education, medical care, and social services to spread the gospel.Throughout the book, Martin emphasizes the importance of missionary work in spreading the gospel and bringing people to Christ. He also discusses the challenges faced by missionaries, including cultural barriers and the need to adapt to different environments.Overall, Apostolic and Modern Missions provides a comprehensive overview of Christian missions, both in the early apostolic era and in modern times. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christian missions and the challenges faced by missionaries in spreading the gospel.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
