Conspectus

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Aims, Scopes, and Values

Conspectus is the journal of the South African Theological Seminary. Like the Seminary, the values of the journal are encapsulated in the phrase, “Bible-based, Christ-centred, and Spirit- led.” Launching from an appreciation of interdisciplinary discourse, the journal publishes from across the broad spectrum of theological studies (Biblical Studies, Practical Theology, Systematic Theology, Studies in Church and Society), while establishing links with extra- theological disciplines where appropriate. Like the Seminary, Conspectus invites contributions from the broad spectrum of denominations while showcasing academic research from a broadly evangelical perspective. The journal seeks contributions from authors who subscribe to a high view of Scripture, as is consistent with evangelical tenets.1 Publishing articles that employ reader-centered methodologies for exegesis does not lie in Conspectus’s purview.2 Additionally, as SATS is based on the African continent, the journal foregrounds contributions from the Majority World. To be published in Conspectus an article must go beyond a summary of secondary sources and present the results of sound theological research valuable to the church, including scholars, pastors, students, missionaries, and/or other Christian practitioners. Conspectus is an open-source journal, catalogued under ATLA (American Theological Library Association), Logos Bible Software, Galaxy Software, Sabinet, the Directory of Open Access Journals, African Journals Online (AJOL), and the SATS website.3

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    Conspectus Volume 3
    (South African Theological Seminary, 2007-03) Asumang, Annang; Domeris, William R.; Lioy, Dan T.; Lockard, Anna-Marie; Smith, Kevin G.; Peppler, Christopher; Atterbury, Vincent E.; Domeris, William R.; Jabini, Frank; Lioy, Dan T.; Mahlangu, Elijah; Peppler, Christopher; Smith, Kevin G.; Song, Arthur; Woodbridge, Noel B.; Wyngaard, Peter; Smith, Kevin G.
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    Conspectus Volume 5
    (South African Theological Seminary, 2008-03) Asumang, Annang; Black, Malcolm M.; Peppler, Christopher; Grover, William; Jabini, Franklin; Lioy, Dan T.; Lockard, Anna-Marie; Smith, Kevin G.; Woodbridge, Noel B.; Atterbury, Vincent E.; Domeris, William R.; Jabini, Frank; Kunhiyop, Samuel W.; Lioy, Dan T.; Mahlangu, Elijah; Maré, Leonard; Peppler, Christopher; Pretorius, Mark; Smith, Kevin G.; Song, Arthur; Woodbridge, Noel B.; Wyngaard, Peter; Smith, Kevin G.; Erdey, Zoltan L.
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    Conspectus Volume 34
    (South African Theological Seminary, 2022-10) Boaheng, Isaac; Otiso, Richard; Kame, Greg; Belay, Yimenu Adimass; Feyessa, Youdi Tariku; Blythe, Michael; Henry, Desmond; Lockard, Anna-Marie; Urga, Abeneazer G.; van Deventer, Cornelia; Long-Westfall, Cynthia; Wilson, Alistair; van Deventer, Cornelia
    In the first article, “The Pneumatological Phenomenon in Acts 2:1–6: Implications for Christian Mission in Africa,” Isaac Boaheng explores the value and use of the mother tongue, or vernacular, in both missions and Christian life. Boaheng opines that for the Church to fulfill its mandate, it must be called back to its Pentecostal and missionary roots, and to the absolute necessity of the Spirit’s empowerment for effective participation in the mission of God. This is followed by the article, “The Contemporary Missio Dei Paradigm and its Expression in the Global South” by Rev. Richard Otiso, who contends that the Missio Dei paradigm has undergone a significant shift in the Global South, transforming the region from being receivers to being active participants in the mission of God. Otiso end by exploring the opportunities for participation in God’s mission in post-pandemic Africa. Next, is the article entitled, “African Theology for the African Church: The Need for an Evangelical Approach,” by Greg Kame who puts forth a case for an evangelical approach to doing theology in Africa by exploring the origin of African evangelical theology. He proposes a good starting point for African scholars to consider developing a robust African evangelical theology for the African Church. Kame proposes soteriology as a key to an African theology that avoids the pitfalls of syncretism or liberalism. Subsequently, Yimenu Belay, in his article, “Scripture and Context in Conversation: The Ethiopian Andəmtaa Interpretative Tradition” contends that the Ethiopian Andəmta interpretive tradition is a homegrown, contextualized hermeneutic practice that demonstrates a productive dialogue between text and context. Belay engages the rich history of the Ethiopian interpretive tradition and further points to the transformative dimension of the biblical text. Finally, the article, “In Search of Cura Vitae: A Theology of Healing and Hope for Ethiopia” by Ms. Youdit Tariku Feyessa concludes the papers. The context of this article is the current conflict-riddled nation of Ethiopia. The author challenges the Ethiopian church to respond amid turmoil involving the convergence of history, conflict, Scripture, and theology of action. She argues that a lamenting and metanoic church should be able to find healing, hope, and transformation amid hopelessness and despair. The issue concludes with three book reviews: first, Michael Blythe reviews African Public Theology (2020, edited by Agang), published by Langham. Second, Desmond Henry reviews Gitau’s Megachurch Christianity Reconsidered: Millennials and Social Change in African Perspective (2017), published by InterVarsity Press. Finally, Anna- Marie Lockard reviews Lee’s The Ministry of Women in the New Testament: Reclaiming the Biblical Vision for Church Leadership (2021), published by Baker. I wish to thank the authors and book reviewers for their meaningful contributions and for choosing to partner with Conspectus. My appreciation goes to the Editor, Van Deventer, Cornelia, the Editorial Team, the Review Board, the Editorial Board, and the Seminary for the successful publication of this volume. May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands. (Ps 90:17 NIV)
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    Homosexuality : Legally Permissible or Spiritually Misguided? Conspectus : The Journal of the South African Theological Seminary, Volume 5, Issue 03, Mar 2008, p. 135 - 167
    (South African Theological Seminary Press Johannesburg, South Africa) Lockard, Anna-Marie
    One of the most divisive issues facing the Christian church today is the ubiquitous issue of the acceptance of homosexual behaviour within the parameters of church leadership. Revisionist theologians contend that the church must redress her stance on this issue to keep in step with the prevailing culture of the day, which favours the acceptance of homosexual behaviour due to its proposed biological determinism. This article analyses this divisive issue from four perspectives: (a) historical attitudes towards homosexuality in a variety of cultures across time, (b) empirical studies regarding the causation of homosexual orientation, (c) the witness of scripture and (d) the implications for pastoral ministry
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    Christian-Muslim Engagement: Obstacles and Opportunities Conspectus : The Journal of the South African Theological Seminary, Volume 3, Issue 03, Mar 2007, p. 90 - 97
    (South African Theological Seminary Press Johannesburg, South Africa) Lockard, Anna-Marie
    Issues of religious diversity and interfaith understanding take centre stage in today's post-modern global society. Since September 11 (911), the church's mission to engage the Muslim community has been met with both obstacles and opportunities. The quintessential of global Christian witness is to have a pellucid grasp of the dangers and opportunities for Christian-Muslim witness. Basic principles of encounter must be relational rather than confrontative. Contextualisation must be viewed as both an opportunity and a challenge. Seeking a common witness can pose theological concerns for those who seek interfaith understanding among Muslims.