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Because a nation is the sum total of its institutions, when these are in trouble, that nation is in trouble; when the institutions are well run, there is bound to be health and positive growth not just for those institutions but for the nation as a whole. Governance and Christian Higher Education in the African Context focuses on two key contributors to health and growth of a nation: governance and higher education. The topics discussed, in the light of Kenya and Africa, are contemporary and urgently relevant. Many of the perspectives are informed by research making the discussions inviting, interesting, often incisive, and worth reflecting on by any leader in similar contexts. The volume is a useful tool for anyone interested in sharpening and deepening their personal reflection, perspective and approach to a Christ-honouring leadership style.
Margaret Jepkirui Muthwii, PhD
Vice Chancellor, Pan Africa Christian University, Nairobi, Kenya
Governance and Christian Higher Education in the African Context is one of the books that explores the commonalities and convergences of realities in Christian higher education in Africa. The critical views brought out by the researchers offer many aspects of the challenges affecting governance and education in general but specific examples also provide further understanding in Africa. By looking at themes such as authority and corruption, the volume evaluates the negative impact this has on education and governance. As well as these, the volume also explores other aspects such as the integration of Christian faith in higher education, especially the development of theological colleges to private chartered universities. The volume is based on biblical principles thus making it a significant book for researchers on the realities of education in Africa. I commend it to Christian institutions of higher learning and the churches that form the boards of those institutions. The book will also be of value for students as they endeavor to research and write and make thinking visible. It is both engaging and coherent, and it charts the important area of Christian higher education and it brings it into fruitful conversation in Christian theology.
Esther Mombo, PhD
Associate Professor, Faculty of Theology,
St Paul’s University, Limuru, Kenya

Governance and Christian Higher Education in the African Context
General Editors
David K. Ngaruiya and Rodney L. Reed

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Contents

Cover


ASET Series


Preface


Acknowledgments


Part I: Christianity and Governance


1 Resisting Authority in Twenty-First-Century Kenya: An Analysis and Application of Romans 13:1–7


Abstract


Introduction


Background of Romans


Exegetical Analysis


Theological Analysis


History of Interpretation


Application in Kenya


Conclusion


Bibliography


2 The Corruption Menace in Kenya and How Christians Should Respond


Abstract


Introduction


Defining Corruption


Traditional Gifts and Bribes


Root Causes of Corruption


Consequences of Corruption


The Christian Response to Corruption


A Few Points for Christians to Consider When Confronting Corruption


Conclusion


Bibliography


3 Elements of Political Engagement in Emerging Urban Pentecostal Movements in Kenya


Abstract


Introduction


Kenyan Christian Political Engagement: 1950s–2000s


Perceptions and Misconceptions of NPCC Engagement


Political Engagement from the Pulpit


Blogosphere: Where Clergy and Laity Influence Meets


Engaging Kenyan Christian Professionals


Conclusion


Bibliography


4 Promoting Biblical Principles of Good Governance in Africa


Abstract


Introduction


Explanation of the Key Terms


Biblical Principles of Good Governance


Implementing the Principles of Good Governance


Conclusion


Bibliography


Part II: Christian Higher Education


5 Effect of Numerical Church Growth on Pastoral Care and Administration


Abstract


Introduction


Literature Review


Methodology


Data Analysis and Findings


Conclusion and Recommendations


Bibliography


6 Integration of Faith, Life, and Academia to Achieve Transformational Education


Abstract


Introduction


Rationale for Integration


The Practical Necessity for Integration: A Case Study of Lake Victoria Fishermen


Worldview and Integration


Integration Model


Actualizing Integration


Elements of Worldview with Emphasis on a Business Program


Teaching/Learning Strategies Necessary for Integration


Conclusion


Bibliography


7 Integrating a Biblical Worldview and STEM: Implications for the Kenyan Public University and Theological Education


Abstract


Introduction: Framing the Conversation for a Biblical Worldview for Africa


Integration of Engineering Education and a Biblical Worldview


Implications of Integrating Faith and STEM


Conclusion


Bibliography


8 Susanna Wesley: What Can She Teach Christian Educators in Africa?


Abstract


Introduction


The Puritan Home as Church


From London to Epworth


Qualifications for the Educational Task


Susanna Wesley’s 1732 Letter “On Educating My Children”


Education for Both Boys and Girls


Catechesis as Education


Lifelong Christian Educator


Lessons for Twenty-First-Century African Christian Educators


Conclusion


Bibliography


9 Effects of the Transition of Theological Seminaries in Kenya to Universities on Their Evangelical Christian Identity: An Inquiry into Africa International University


Abstract


Introduction


Literature Review


Methodology


Research Findings and Discussion


Conclusion


Bibliography


10 Educational Liturgy: Towards Innovation, Creativity, and Devotion


Abstract


Introduction


Definition of Liturgy


Formation of Desires


Methodology: Experiencing Education as Liturgy


Purposeful Liturgical Education


Conclusion


Bibliography


11 The Strengths and Weaknesses of Christian Higher Education in Africa


Abstract


Introduction


Strengths


Weaknesses


Conclusion


Bibliography


List of Contributors


About Langham Partnership

Endnotes
ASET Series
We often hear these days that the center of Christianity is moving toward the Global South and that Africa is a key player in that movement. This makes the study of African Christianity and African realities important – even more so when it is being done by Africans themselves and in their own context. The Africa Society of Evangelical Theology (ASET) was created to encourage research and sustained theological reflection on key issues facing Africa by and for African Christians and those working within African contexts. The volumes in this series constitute the best papers presented at the annual conferences of ASET and together they seek to fill this important gap in the literature of Christianity.
TITLES IN THIS SERIES
Christianity and Suffering: African Perspectives 2017 | 9781783683604
African Contextual Realities 2018 | 9781783684731
Preface
The world is only as good as the people that live in it and exercise responsibility over it. The degree of humanity’s exercised responsibility both individual and collective is often reflected in contemporary happenings. In particular, such happenings require examination through contextual research. A