Declare and Display: Collaborative Action for Christ’s Mission

In his opening address at the Fourth Lausanne Congress, Michael Oh calls the global church to collaborative action in obeying the Great Commission. Reflecting on the legacy of Ralph Winter’s 1974 challenge to reach unreached people groups, Oh emphasizes the need for humility, unity, and collective mission work. He urges believers to declare and display Christ through their lives, encouraging intentional communication and contextualized compassion. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 12, Oh reminds us that every part of the body of Christ is vital for God’s mission. His message concludes with a powerful call to commit fully to Christ’s mission, trusting that God will multiply the church’s efforts as we work together.

Talk Outline

00:00 Introduction of Michael Oh
01:32 Welcome to Korea and the Global Gathering
03:31 Reflecting on the Lausanne Covenant
05:32 Challenges in Global Evangelization
08:22 The Importance of Unity in the Church
10:11 Empowering the 99% for Ministry
12:11 The Call to Declare and Display Christ
15:42 The Role of the Global Church
17:35 Intentionality and Humility in Mission
21:13 A Vision for a Beautiful Church

This recording is from the Fourth Lausanne Congress, held in Incheon, South Korea in September 2024. This gathering brought together global church leaders to collaborate on mission strategies for advancing the gospel. Through plenary sessions, table group discussions, and collaborative workshops, the Congress focused on addressing critical gaps in global mission today.