Manifesting as a Call to Missional Engagement

Understanding calling as an invitation to join Jesus in His mission emphasizes the concept that the church is not a prerequisite for this engagement but rather a response to it. The notion frames manifesting as an active participation in Christ's purpose, aligning with redemptive hermeneutics as articulated by David Bosch, which informs one's understanding of Christology, Mesiology, and Ecclesiology. This perspective invites individuals to see their roles in a collective mission, suggesting that the church comes into existence as a manifestation of this engaged calling.