Dooyeweerd, Modal Aspects and Dynamic Evangelism

• Published in: Koers (Potchefstroom, South Africa) Vol. 88; no. 1; pp. 1 - 14
• Main Authors: Roques, Mark, Yeadon, Mark
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Noordbrug Koers Bureau for Scientific Journals 31-05-2023
• Subjects: Christianity; Christians; Evangelism; Faith; Foreign language learning; Philosophy; Public spaces
• ISSN: 0023-270X; 2304-8557
• DOI: 10.19108/KOERS.88.1.2528

The present work identifies the modal aspect theory as a tool capable of evaluating an evangelistic outreach event and an example of such an outreach event is analysed using this theory. The event considered involves the offer, in a public space, of hospitality in the form of refreshments to passers-by. Modal aspect theory is shown to be capable of dynamic and fruitful application. It provides valuable insights into the way in which a biblically faithful outreach event may be organised and executed in such a way as to avoid reductionist influences, including Platonic dualism, and instead facilitate the establishment of a visible instance of the community of God’s people gathered, under his kingdom reign, in a public space into which unbelievers are welcomed.