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About the Guest(s): Dr. E.D. Burns is a seasoned missionary with more than two decades of experience since 2002, residing and working in Southeast Asia. He holds a teaching position at Asia Biblical Theological Seminary, spread across various satellite sites in Southeast Asia. His work focuses primarily on training pastors and missionaries, translation, and writing theological materials. As the Director of Frontier Dispatch, Dr. Burns engages in networking within ministry circles, emphasizing simplicity and practicality in his educational materials. His prolific writing includes a new book, "Seeds and Stars," which discusses the integration of Christian spirituality with missions and serving the gospel. Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of Renewal cast, we welcome back Dr. E.D. Burns to delve into his intriguing work as a missionary and author. This discussion navigates the complexities of missions, evangelism, and the drive behind Dr. Burns' latest publication, "Seeds and Stars." Dr. Burns shares his profound insights on the integration of the five solas of the Reformation into modern missionary work and Christian living. By stressing the foundational truths of grace, faith, scripture, Christ, and the glory of God, he offers powerful arguments for deeper theological understanding as a means of encouragement for believers in their spiritual journey and Great Commission efforts. His approach to spirituality emphasizes resting in Christ while actively contributing to God's work across the world. Key Takeaways:

• Dr. E.D. Burns emphasizes the five solas as the framework for encouraging mission-focused Christian spirituality.
• He critiques the influence of mystic and monastic traditions on contemporary Christian spirituality, advocating for a return to soli Deo gloria as the root of all encouragement.
• The discussion underscores the importance of assurance in faith, contrasting it with the ongoing pursuit of union with God found in Catholic mysticism.
• Dr. Burns expounds on the dangers of blending law and gospel, highlighting the critical distinction between the two for proper theological understanding.
• The episode also explores the controversial concept of "final justification" and the necessity of maintaining the purity of justification by faith alone.

Notable Quotes:

1. "The glory of God is the chief end of man, and the chief end of all history. You got to get that right first."
2. "Justification is one package deal. It's from justification to glorification you're in."
3. "Any good works that we have to point to, if we do in this life, all emerge out of the power of grace working in us as we walk by faith alone."
4. "We labor in the middle. And it's all about promise giver and the promise keeper. It's all about his work."
5. "We rest in our service as we labor on."

Resources:

• The new book "Seeds and Stars" by Dr. E.D. Burns.
• Previous work by Dr. Burns including his book "The Transcultural Gospel."
• Frontier Dispatch, the ministry led by Dr. Burns.

To truly grasp the depth and richness of the conversation and be uplifted by the powerful guidance offered by Dr. Burns, we encourage you to listen to the full episode. Stay tuned for more enlightening content from Renewal cast that promises to rejuvenate your spiritual walk and service.