Reflections on Lausanne and the Year Ahead | Lausanne World Pulse Archives

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Greetings in the wonderful name of our Lord Jesus Christ!

We are indeed living in exciting times, in a world of globalization and dynamic change.  We see this reflected now in every aspect of our lives, from the vast array of global fashions and cuisines we can enjoy to the rapid development of technologies that will increase our productivity and entertainment. In the midst of such constant change with all the choices, technologies and methods before us, now more than ever, we need to be able to discern our times and know what to do.

We need to be like the men of Issachar, who understood their times, who knew what they should do and who boldly led God’s people (1 Chronicles 12:32). We must resist the temptation to succumb to trends, and instead carefully reflect and incorporate aspects of our times that are biblical, relevant and effective. There is a need for substantive reflection in the midst of the dynamic changes and influential forces. Such substantive reflection is a hallmark of Lausanne.