Recommendations

“WIIS is helping to develop a biblically faithful and culturally sensitive and creative approach to Christian ministry among those influenced by new religions and alternative spiritualities. They correctly recognize that faithfulness to Scripture must be combined with a missiological approach which takes seriously the cultural context in which these religious traditions emerge. The ministry commitment to truth and an irenic spirit are exactly the right approach for this significant ministry.”

Dr. Harold Netland, Ph.D. Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

“WIIS involves committed Christian scholars working to bring the life-changing message of the Gospel to those who have not heard or who have rejected. Their work is both faithful to Scripture and innovative to the task. I recommend WIIS and their work unreservedly.”

Terry C. Muck, Ph.D. Asbury Theological Seminary

“In this age when cross-cultural expansion of the Christian faith is proceeding like never before, it is critical that theologians help the church negotiate new ground. Particularly important is mission work among the new spiritualities. WIIS has done important and insightful work that has proved to be of help to me and many others working in this difficult area. I recommend highly their work to scholars, missionaries and church workers. Their synthesis of compassionate heart and keen mind is a powerful resource for the church.”

Gerald R. McDermott, Ph.D. Roanoke College

“Traditional ministries to ‘cults’ and new religions have not been as effective as we might have hoped through the years. Christians interested in making important inroads for the Gospel among these lost people need to explore new alternatives for impact. WIIS is one of the key Christian organizations blazing a new trail. In my own experience and ministry I’ve found their missions methodologies to be enormously effective. In my view, they are the ones to watch.”

Craig J. Hazen, Ph.D. Biola University

“Since the dawn of the ‘cult wars,’ Christian counter-cult organizations and ministries have been dominated by a general approach that has been aggressive and hostile, while at the same time essentially defensive in mindset. WIIS brings a fresh wind across this landscape. Their methodology is refreshing and long past due, and their approach is biblically sound, missiologically sensitive, and centered not so much on ‘countering cults' as effectively bringing the Good News of the gospel of Christ to persons. WIIS has my absolute support and endorsement. “

James D. Chancellor, Ph.D. The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary