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Ted Esler's avatar

Links have been added... sorry I lost those when I checked grammar in Copilot.

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Arend Van Dorp's avatar

Thank you Ted, for writing another post about a challenging and thought-provoking topic. You write that "learning a language is paramount if you plan to be directly involved in evangelism, planting churches, leading Bible studies, or teaching." The assumption seems to be that this is not necessary if you are involved in coaching, this is less of a requirement. I would argue that even in a coaching role it is of great advantage to learn and use the heart language, as this not only brings you closer to your audience, but also helps to better understand their thought patterns, values and culture.

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WW's avatar

Good point. Thanks Ted.

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Julian Hardyman's avatar

Stimulating read. I can't see the link to the academic article about trade languages in Acts 2.

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Ted Esler's avatar

I think I fixed it... again. First time around I missed this link.

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Steve R's avatar

I, too, benefitted from the LAMP model. Sink or swim!

As an aside, and it's difficult for English speakers, but everyone would benefit from learning at least one other language. As you say, language and culture goes together. I suspect it's harder to appreciate cultural dynamics and nuances if you haven't learned at least one other language fairly well. Do what you can, and go as deep as you can, commensurate with your role.

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James Wartian's avatar

It appears the links to the podcast and article are missing.

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Ted Esler's avatar

Fixed.

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