Tag: Christian care for the sick
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Lessons after eight years as medical missionaries in Africa
Here is an email from an American doctor couple who have been serving in Africa for the past eight years. They gave me permission to share their insights after a retreat designed specifically for medical missionaries. They are learning priceless lessons in the crucible of ministry. The Lord uses the blessings and challenges of healthcare…
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Christian care for the sick moves outwards
God guided the churches in the third century to serve both believers and non-believers. A severe epidemic swept through the Western Roman Empire in 250 AD and lasted for 20 years. The cause may have been plague or smallpox. At its peak, 5,000 people a day were dying in Rome itself, not including rural areas.…
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Christian care for the sick in the first centuries
How has the gospel shaped Christian care for the sick? In this post, we will explore the efforts of early Christians. Later, we will expand the story beyond the church to the broader community from approximately 500 to 1500 AD. Finally, we’ll consider the contributions of Protestant medical mission efforts over the last two centuries…
