In his recent paper presented at the 2017 Bible Translation conference, Kyle Davis encourages using locally trained indigenous church leaders instead of primarily depending on expatriate specialists throughout the duration of the translation process.
So, within the target language of a...
The Mission of God in the Bible
PART 2
Our first post on “The Mission of God in the Bible” emphasized the fact that often we mistakenly believe that God’s choice to separate Israel as His chosen people indicated His rejection of the other nations. We suggested that...
The Mission of God in the Bible
PART 1
From the dawn of time to its fulfillment and climax—from Genesis to Revelation—GOD Himself has been on a mission! What is this passion that so captivates the heart of our Creator?
This post is the first of a series in...
PART 3 of 3
IMPLICATIONS
What is the real value of Bible translation? Scripture in the mother tongue is foundational to a maturing church. Though discipleship and church planting take priority, Bible translation is an essential ingredient. A church...
PART 2 of 3
THE BT/CHURCH-PLANTING TEAM
Bible translators in training with ABT spend a lot of time developing language skills, learning the biblical languages, and studying things like linguistics. However, if Bible translation is not merely an academic project, but...
Our website introduces ABT’s vision and purpose—what ABT is. To further clarify ABT’s function, let’s now look at what ABT is not.
A guiding principle for ABT is that we are neither the Church nor a church. We are committed to remaining a parachurch organization. The “...
Who made language?
We understand that God gave mankind the ability to communicate with language.
Then who made languages (plural)?
God did that too. But was plurality of languages what God really intended? The purpose of language is communication, but the existence of...
“I really admire what you’re doing. I know I couldn’t. But I’m so glad for people who can, and I’ll definitely be praying for you.” I wish I knew how many times I’ve heard something like that. Even more, I wish I knew how to respond. Often I just smile and change the subject.
Does God know English? We may not stop to think about it, but yes, He does! Even though the Bible was primarily written in Hebrew and Greek, we understand that God can still speak to us through His Word translated into English. We pray to God in English, and He speaks to our hearts in return.
