Christian Mission and the Theology of the Body with Timothy Tennent
What does the human body have to do with the mission of the Church?
In this short presentation, Timothy Tennent explores the biblical foundation for a theology of the body and its implications for Christian mission today. From creation to the Incarnation, marriage, celibacy, and sacramental living, he unpacks seven key building blocks that shape a holistic vision for discipleship and evangelism in an age of cultural confusion about identity, gender, and embodiment.
As part of the Theological Foundation Papers series, this talk bridges the insights of the State of the Great Commission Report with a biblical understanding of how the gospel is lived and proclaimed through embodied communities.
Watch now to discover why recovering a theology of the body is essential for the Church’s witness today.
00:00 Christian Mission and the Theology of the Body with Timothy Tennent
00:09 Cultural and Social Upheaval
00:33 Seven Key Building Blocks for a Holisitc Theological Vision
00:56 Building Block 1: Creation and the Goodness of the Body
01:20 Building Block 2: Incarnation and the Mystery of the Body
01:58 Building Block 3: Marriage as a Sacred Gift
02:26 Building Block 4: Childbearing and the Trinity
03:00 Building Block 5: The Theology of Celibacy
03:33 Building Block 6: Missional Presence in the World
04:20 Building Block 7: Sacramental Meaning in Everyday Life
04:56 Conclusion: Embodied Communities and Missions
