The Africa Journal of Evangelical Theology (AJET) is a leading peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to advancing theological scholarship, biblical studies, Christian ministry, and contextual reflection on Christianity in Africa. Formerly published as the East Africa Journal of Theology (EAJET), the journal has earned a strong reputation as a trusted platform for rigorous academic research addressing theological, social, cultural, and missional issues facing the African Church and society. Published twice each year by Scott Christian University, Machakos, Kenya, AJET provides an international forum for scholars, researchers, church leaders, and practitioners committed to enriching evangelical theological discourse from an African perspective while engaging with global scholarship.
The Top Shelf in the Bible College Library:
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Implications of Paul's Model for Leadership Training in Light of Church Growth in Africa
Mission Churches and African Customary Marriage
The Jewish Background to Interpersonal Forgiveness in Matthew
The Paradox of the New Testament Concept of Unmerited Divine Grace and Conditional Forgiveness in Matthew's Gospel
Editorial: Higher, Deeper, Wider, Together
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The Christian Contribution to Nation-Building
An Introduction to Independent African Churches
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Copyright (c) 1984 Tokunboh Adeyemo, Elwood S. Bannister, Derek A. Mpinga, Colin Densham, David Gilbert (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Polygamy And The African Church: A Survey
Reflections On Contextualization: A Critical Appraisal of Daniel Von Allmen's "Birth of Theology"
Do We Need A Christian 'Think Tank' Conference In Africa?
Editorial: On Building and Perfecting the Church
Copyright (c) 1983 Dick Dunkerton, Jacob Kibor, Colin Densham, Lois Shaw, Gary Isaac, Robert C. Singleton, Peter Maclure (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Is There Salvation Outside the Christian Faith?
Copyright (c) 1983 Mark Shaw (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Value of Accreditation for Third World Theological Education
The main purpose of this article is not to give answers to all the issues involved in accreditation of theological education in the Third World. The writer is only interested in posing some questions for consideration, which may lead to further resea rch. Our discussion is divided into three parts. The first part deals with the problem of accreditation as seen by the educators a nd the church: its meaning, what it does, and its benefits. The second part deals with the strengths of accreditation in regard to: its standards, self-study by the institution, and its results as seen in the graduates. The thir d part looks into the weaknesses of accreditat ion.
Copyright (c) 1983 Titus Kivunzi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Maasai Leadership Development: An Emerging Process
Olarikoni ole Manyatta usually spends his mornings near the Morijo bore hole with the other Maasai elders of his area. He looks like the other men. He wears his red plaid sheets and an old stocking cap. He is about 45 years old and can not yet read. T he other local men call him their olaiguanani or spokesman. He became a believer recently along with many of his neighbors a nd extended family. The community considers him to be their key leader who is helping to bring people to become Christians. He is a Level I leader. Olpayian ole Ng'eno serves as an elder in his local congregation. He reads his New Testament regularly. He has been attending the "Evangelists' courses" for four years. He occasionally preaches for his local congregation and regularly witnesses to non-believers in his community. However, he still lacks the ability to go beyond the most basic skills in interpreting Scripture. While he wants to encourage new believers, his ability to teach them is limited. He is a Level II l eader.
Copyright (c) 1983 Edgar J. Elliston (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Salvation Debate and Evangelical Response
The author addresses the contentious nature of the doctrine of salvation, noting how it faces criticism both from outside the Church and from theological liberals within Christendom. The text frames the ongoing debate surrounding salvation—specifically tackling questions about the fate of non-Christians and the concept of universal salvation—and outlines an evangelical perspective. The article specifically explores five key dimensions of the debate: pluralism, universalism, second-chancism, syncretism, and humanitarianism.
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New Testament Theology by D. Guthrie (Reviewed by W.J. Larkin) Approaches to Old Testament Interpretation by J. Goldingay (Reviewed by Julius Muthengi) Christian Hope and The Future of Man by S.H. Travis (Reviewed by Robert Cook)
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Contextualization holds varied meanings across missiological perspectives. For some, it represents a essential pathway to liberation from theological imperialism and serves as a key mechanism for reform and renewal within Christian mission. Conversely, others caution against the term due to its complex nuances, suggesting that evangelicals should avoid it altogether and arguing that the Gospel itself ought not to be contextualized. This paper explores these divergent viewpoints to examine the core principles and challenges surrounding contextualization.
Copyright (c) 1993 Richard J. Gehman (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Contextualization: Constructive Interaction Between Culture, People, Church, and the Theological Programme
The question of contextualization inevitably arises whenever a religion is introduced to a population whose cultural background differs from that of the bearer. Despite its importance, major Christian denominations in Africa have only recently begun to address this issue seriously. This paper describes the problem of cultural divergence and underscores the urgency for theological educators to incorporate contextualization into curriculum revision. Additionally, it offers practical guidelines to assist institutions in navigating the process of aligning theological education with local cultural contexts.
Copyright (c) 1993 O. Imasogie (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Luther on Biblical Salvation: The Hermeneutical Key in His Understanding of the Gospel
This year the world protestant community celebrates the 500th Anniversary of the birth of Martin Luther, the great sixteenth century reformer and champion of justification by faith in Christ alone. Few individuals in history have had such a profound impact on the church’s understanding of the go spel. As we think of the significance of Luther today, it is appropriate to ask, particularly here in Africa, whether Luth er’s understanding of salvation is still relevant.
Copyright (c) 1993 Norvald Yri (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
The Idea of Salvation in Contemporary World Religions
In one form or another, nearly all the world’s religions and ideologies promise their adherents a path to peace and deliverance from humanity's precarious plight. Hinduism and Buddhism offer nirvana, envisioned as a state of blessedness achieved through the extinction of individuality and desires. In African Traditional Religion, adherents seek deliverance from both real and potential enemies, looking to secure the aid of ancestors and gods through divination and prescribed sacrifices to attain earthly prosperity. Islam emphasizes complete submission to Allah as the true pathway to peace, while modern humanism looks forward to a secular ideal: a society fully liberated from social, cultural, economic, and political violence.
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