What is a New paradigm? Investopedia gives its definition like this, " In the investing world, a new paradigm is a revolutionary new concept, idea, or way of doing things that replaces the old beliefs or ways of doing things. New paradigm draws its roots of a paradigm shift in science, in which technology completely change the way people think about or interact with a subject."
According to Time Magazine issued last month, the year 2020 was noted as "the worst year ever." Since the COVID 19 started last January, the whole world got into trouble and a new paradigm began. COVID 19 has changed the pattern of life. It has changed the way to buy, eat, act, talk, and think. It also has been changing the ways of Christian ministry. So many of Christian missions abroad as well as domestic church ministries are stopped now. Church and mission leaders struggled with this crisis and had to change their paradigm for Christian ministry and missions.
Now, worship services, mission meetings and lectures via internet are popular almost everywhere. Without meeting and talking to people face to face, we Christian workers are to share the gospel and make disciples. I have never experienced such a crisis since I was born. I have never thought that we can do the worship service without attending church. But the reality is that church buildings are closed on Sundays. I had to accept the New paradigm given to every Christian around the world. For a few months, like most Christian workers, I got depressed and moved passively.
Now, so many Christian leaders around the world began their new ministries created by their new paradigm. About 6 months ago, I also began my pre-evangelism, mission and discipleship classes via internet. I now use this social network tool to open a new window for pre-evangelism, evangelism, discipleship and tentmaking missions teaching and equipping Christian professionals and leaders for His Kingdom.
May God continue to bless your life and ministry this year, 2021!
With respect and thanks, Johnny Chun |