Ermela Dizon

In the past several decades, contextualization has been promoted as the key to reaching unreached people groups. Catholic, Evangelical and Conciliar mission have expressed support for the concept and practice of contextualization.

Most Seventh-day Adventists are hesitant to follow Catholic and Protestant mission practices because of a fear of syncretism. Indigenization was acceptable but contextualization seemed to represent a compromise of biblical faith. Adventist efforts at contextualization in Muslim ministry as well as ministry to the elite and post-modern people have met charges of compromising the gospel. The question may be asked: “Does Ellen White have anything to say about contextualization?”

This paper discusses her views and counsels regarding the concept and practice of contextualization and how they can be applied in contemporary missions.