Pentecostal Higher Education

This book presents a theological and missiological argument for pentecostals to engage more forcefully in higher education by expanding and renewing their commitment toward operating their own colleges and universities. The volume's first part describes past and present developments within higher education, highlighting strengths and weaknesses of both pentecostal and (post)secular institutions. The second part highlights the future potential of pentecostal higher education, which is enriched by a Spirit-empowered and mission-minded spirituality that focuses on forming the hearts, heads, and hands of students. Pentecostals increasingly desire to influence all spheres of society, an endeavor that could be amplified through a strengthened engagement in higher education, particularly one that encompasses a variety of institutions, including a pentecostal research university. In developing such an argument, this research is both comprehensive and compelling, inviting pentecostals to make a missional difference in the knowledge-based economies that will characterize the twenty-first century.

Makes an argument for pentecostals to engage more forcefully in higher education. Explores strengths and weaknesses of both pentecostal and (post)secular institutions. Highlights the future potential of pentecostal higher education.

Autorentext
Daniel Topf is a Regional Mobilizer with the global missions agency World Team. He has published several articles related to theological education and the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and currently serves as an adjunct with South Florida Bible College & Theological Seminary.

Inhalt

1. Introduction.- Part I Present Realities in Pentecostal Higher Education.- 2. The Historical Background of Pentecostalism and Higher Education.- 3. The Gradual Development of Pentecostal Higher Education.- 4. A Global Overview of Pentecostal Higher Education.- 5. Strengths and Weaknesses of Pentecostal Higher Education.- 6. Contested Issues within Higher Education at Large.- 7. Contemporary Trends in (Post)secular Higher Education.- Part II Future Opportunities in Pentecostal Higher Education.- 8. Inspiring the Mission of Pentecostal Higher Education.- 9. Pentecostal Spirituality in Higher Education.- 10. Toward a Pentecostal Missiology of Higher Education.- 11. Engaging All Areas of Society Through Pentecostal Higher Education.- 12. Defining Characteristics of Future Pentecostal Colleges and Universities.- 13. Envisioning Different Types of Pentecostal Colleges and Universities.- 14. Conclusion.