While many in the West might assume Christianity is in decline, a different and far more hopeful story is unfolding around the world. Today, the majority of the world’s Christians live in the Global South — in regions like Africa, Asia, Latin America, China, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe. In these vibrant contexts, Christianity is not merely surviving — it is flourishing.
This marks an extraordinary moment in church history. While Western nations such as North America and parts of Europe may face significant challenges regarding church attendance and engagement, the energy and growth in the Global South are transforming the global Christian landscape.
Langham Partnership Canada shares how these dynamic Christian communities are not only growing but also taking ownership of their spiritual and intellectual development. They are producing scholarship and resources tailored to their unique contexts. For example, “Reading Jeremiah in Africa,” authored by the president of a seminary in Togo, addresses questions specific to the African church context. The “South Asia Bible Commentary,” now translated into Urdu and Hindi, provides valuable insights for church leaders across South Asia.
What makes this movement so exciting is its indigenous leadership. These books are not being written by outsiders; they are authored by leaders within these communities who deeply understand the cultural, social, and theological questions their churches face.
Langham Partnership Canada collaborates with local publishers to ensure these resources are accessible and relevant. Whether in Bosnia or Beirut, Langham is standing alongside churches ministering in complex environments — often in the midst of national crises — to offer hope and biblical guidance to thousands.
If you are curious to explore more, visit ca.langham.org. You will discover the three key ways Langham is equipping the Majority World Church to deepen its global witness.
In a time when it is easy to focus on headlines of religious decline, it is refreshing and deeply encouraging to see how faith is flourishing across the world. The Global South is not just receiving the Christian message; it is now shaping and sending it to the world.