Spiritual Revolution: The Story of Operation Mobilization OM
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'Spiritual Revolution' tells the story of 50 years of Operation Mobilization (OM). Beginning with an account of George Verwer's conversion and OM's early outreach in Mexico, God's faithfulness is seen as OM has grown to include today more than 4,000 workers serving in over 100 countries. A highly-readable account of OM's history attractive to all Christians interested in mission, Spiritual Revolution is more than just a story. Author Ian Randall presents us with significant insights which will be of importance to serious students of mission. The spirituality underlying the organization, the pioneering of short-term mission, and the catalytic impact of OM in East Asia, Latin America, southern Africa, and beyond are among the important missiological themes covered in this ground-breaking history. Also included is an 8 page illustrated pictoral history with black & white and color photographs. Review "This book provides a fascinating account of the history and development of an organization which has much to celebrate in its 50+ years. Moreover, the book will inspire all who read it with the faith, courage and witness that OM has manifested and with which it has blessed countless people over the years in many parts of the world." -- Baroness Caroline Cox, Cross-Bench Member of the House of Lords "This is an inspiring account of one of the most significant Christian movements of recent times. Fortunately the careful scholarship behind this book does not mask the passion that lies behind the daring discipleship and radical zeal for mission that characterizes Operation Mobilization." -- Ajith Fernando, National Director, Youth For Christ, Sri Lanka About the Author Ian Randall was born in northern Scotland. He studied economics and history at the University in Aberdeen. Currently, he is the Senior Research Fellow at the International Baptist Theological Seminary in Prague. He also teaches regularly at Spurgeon's College.
'Spiritual Revolution' tells the story of 50 years of Operation Mobilization (OM). Beginning with an account of George Verwer's conversion and OM's early outreach in Mexico, God's faithfulness is seen as OM has grown to include today more than 4,000 workers serving in over 100 countries. A highly-readable account of OM's history attractive to all Christians interested in mission, Spiritual Revolution is more than just a story. Author Ian Randall presents us with significant insights which will be of importance to serious students of mission. The spirituality underlying the organization, the pioneering of short-term mission, and the catalytic impact of OM in East Asia, Latin America, southern Africa, and beyond are among the important missiological themes covered in this ground-breaking history. Also included is an 8 page illustrated pictoral history with black & white and color photographs. Review "This book provides a fascinating account of the history and development of an organization which has much to celebrate in its 50+ years. Moreover, the book will inspire all who read it with the faith, courage and witness that OM has manifested and with which it has blessed countless people over the years in many parts of the world." -- Baroness Caroline Cox, Cross-Bench Member of the House of Lords "This is an inspiring account of one of the most significant Christian movements of recent times. Fortunately the careful scholarship behind this book does not mask the passion that lies behind the daring discipleship and radical zeal for mission that characterizes Operation Mobilization." -- Ajith Fernando, National Director, Youth For Christ, Sri Lanka About the Author Ian Randall was born in northern Scotland. He studied economics and history at the University in Aberdeen. Currently, he is the Senior Research Fellow at the International Baptist Theological Seminary in Prague. He also teaches regularly at Spurgeon's College.