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John Stott's Double Listening - Anglican (Matthew 28:18-20)
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John Stott, the influential Anglican leader, spoke of mission requiring "double listening"—listening to the Word AND listening to the world. The Great Commission sends us to "all nations," which means understanding those nations. "Teaching them to observe all I have commanded"—but teaching requires knowing your students. Stott modeled this: deeply rooted in Scripture, constantly engaging contemporary culture. The Commission isn't about shouting our message louder; it's about translating it faithfully. Are you listening in both directions?
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