The 25 Unbelievable Years: 1945-1969
The 25 Unbelievable Years by Ralph D. Winter is a powerful reflection on the remarkable growth and transformation of the global Christian mission movement from 1945 to 1969. Winter describes these years as “unbelievable” due to the unprecedented spread of Christianity, particularly in non-Western nations, following the end of World War II. He highlights how geopolitical shifts, decolonization, and technological advances created new opportunities for evangelism and church planting. Despite political instability and social upheaval, the church expanded rapidly, especially in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
Winter challenges western Christians to recognize the significance of this global movement and to support indigenous leadership and missions. He emphasizes the need to view history through a missional lens, where God’s purpose is being fulfilled in unexpected ways. This thought-provoking work calls the church to greater faith, vision, and participation in God’s unfolding plan across the nations during a unique moment in history.
Endorsements
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The period from 1945 to 1970 may prove to be a critical turning point in the worldwide expansion of Christianity. No Christian who wishes to understand what God has been doing in our world during these "unbelievable years" can afford to neglect this concise and comprehensive summation.
Ralph Covell
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In the 25 years missions experienced more extensive and radical changes than in any previous hundred. Dr. Winter has brought to our attention some of the most significant of these.
Harold Cook
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Every pastor and layman should read it... written from the perspective of an informed evangelical... packed with factual information which will startle those who think the cause of Christ has been failing in its world mission.
Robert B. Munger
Additional Details
- Pages: 156
- Publisher: William Carey Library
- Binding: Paperback
- Publish Year: 2005
- ISBN: 9780878081028
- Vendor: William Carey Library
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