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How Langham Preaching movements grow deep roots in South Asia
It’s not easy becoming a Christian in this South Asian country, where believers are often persecuted for their faith. “You give up your identity. You give up your place in society. You give up your inheritance. And sometimes, your own family members are after your life,” said Veda*, who coordinates Langham’s preaching work there with her husband, Priyanshu*. Persecution and pressure continue to rise, yet…
It’s not easy becoming a Christian in this South Asian country, where believers are often persecuted for their faith. “You give up your identity. You give…
Just published: The updated Africa Bible Commentary
After years of dedication, teamwork and prayer, a revised and updated edition of the groundbreaking, one-volume Africa Bible Commentary has been released. The first edition was published by Langham in 2006, almost 20 years ago. It was the first of its kind: a commentary written entirely by African church leaders, for the African church, speaking into the context and written to meet the needs of…
After years of dedication, teamwork and prayer, a revised and updated edition of the groundbreaking, one-volume Africa Bible Commentary has been released. The first edition was…
Books that expand theological education in Zambia and beyond
Saviour Kabaso Chipendano wants to serve his congregation well. He wants to preach the Word of God in a way that is faithful, relevant and easy to understand. Most of his congregation, in rural Zambia, works in copper mines. It’s difficult, dangerous and unreliable work. Employment fluctuates based on factors over which the people of Chililibombwe have no control. Poverty is high, and mining disasters…
Saviour Kabaso Chipendano wants to serve his congregation well. He wants to preach the Word of God in a way that is faithful, relevant and easy…
Meet four transformational theologians from Asia, Africa and the Middle East
When theologian John Stott first began Langham Partnership in 1969, the global church had begun to grow exponentially but needed well-trained, local leaders to shepherd that growth. Stott started sponsoring PhD studies for a handful of church leaders around the world. Equipped with the right tools, these leaders founded seminaries, started ministries, wrote books and trained up other leaders to preach the Word clearly, faithfully…
When theologian John Stott first began Langham Partnership in 1969, the global church had begun to grow exponentially but needed well-trained, local leaders to shepherd that…
How Langham Partnership trains pastors around the world
Last year, more than 16,819 pastors and church leaders attended Langham Preaching seminars, learning the basics of how to understand and teach God’s Word clearly, faithfully and relevantly. These seminars were held in over 80 countries across Asia, Africa, Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Middle East, where 80% of pastors have never had formal training. They fill a key gap where formal theological education…
Last year, more than 16,819 pastors and church leaders attended Langham Preaching seminars, learning the basics of how to understand and teach God’s Word clearly, faithfully…
Peacemaking put into practice, then shared for the next generation
Dr. Sunday Agang’s cousin was murdered by Islamic extremists more than 20 years ago. His cousin was serving as a pastor when he was the victim of a new wave of violence sweeping through his country. The violence continues today. Sunday, a Langham Scholar and Langham-published author, remembers feeling grief and sadness—and an overwhelming desire to seek revenge. He also remembered Jesus’s call to “turn…
Dr. Sunday Agang’s cousin was murdered by Islamic extremists more than 20 years ago. His cousin was serving as a pastor when he was the victim…
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