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Corruption within Nigerian church leadership from 1995 to 2015 is critically examined, revealing its roots in the neglect of vital Africentric values that resonate with biblical teachings. The book argues that the influence of Eurocentric Christianity has exacerbated these issues. It offers insights into the detrimental effects of this corruption and proposes measures to restore integrity and align church practices with both African cultural values and Christian principles.

Focusing on Africentric communalism, the book explores its influence on church administration and management in Africa. The author promotes an Africentric perspective, analyzing the importance of communalism in the African context. By comparing the cultural similarities between Ancient Israelites and Africans, the text highlights how African communalism aligns with biblical principles. This approach seeks to improve church management and foster holistic development within the Church and African nations, emphasizing the potential for vibrant growth through communal values.

The book critiques the current state of the African Church, highlighting a departure from the foundational legacies of Early African Indigenous Church fathers, particularly in education and professionalism. This deviation has resulted in widespread corruption among church leadership. To address these issues, the author advocates for a return to the teachings and practices of these early leaders, proposing an Africentric approach to both church leadership and theological education as a solution for contemporary challenges.

Exploring the connections between Early Africentrism and Judaism, the author argues for the authenticity of African Christianity by highlighting Africa's role in shaping the worldview of Ancient Israelites. The book delves into the decolonization of Christian theology in Africa and posits that the Ancient Israelites' long presence in Egypt suggests an African identity. It also examines the communal bonds formed during the Exodus, proposing a potential unity between African and Jewish identities.

The book explores Africentric methodologies to contextualize Christian Religious Studies in Africa, arguing that Christianity has deep roots on the continent. It highlights the significant contributions of early indigenous African Church fathers in Biblical studies, theology, and the spread of Christianity, challenging the notion that Africans were latecomers to the faith. By advocating for a decolonization of Christian studies from Western influences, the author aims to address the holistic needs of Africans and emphasize the pivotal role of early Africans over Western missionaries in the development of Christianity.

The book explores the profound impact of global insecurities, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, terrorism, and economic crises, on the Church in Africa. It highlights how these challenges have hindered both the development of African nations and the church's growth. The author contributes to existing scholarship by advocating for an Afrocentric Christian approach to address and mitigate these negative effects, aiming to provide a framework for resilience and adaptation within the African context.

Exploring the emerging field of Faith-Based Economy, this book addresses its significant impacts on the Church and national development in Africa. It highlights the economic challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and inadequate management of resources, revealing how the Church grapples with these issues. The author examines biblical perspectives on economic downturns and Christianity's role in national development, while also discussing engagement with institutions like the World Bank. Recommendations for fostering positive change are provided to address these challenges effectively.

Focusing on the arrival of the Sudan Interior Mission and Evangelical Church Winning All in Yagba Land, this book explores the complex effects of Western Christianity on local marriage customs. It highlights both the beneficial and detrimental influences of these missions, advocating for the liberation of Yagba Christians from missionary colonization regarding marital matters. The author also identifies commonalities between Christian teachings and Yagba cultural practices, aiming to bridge the gap between the two.

Die Auswirkungen globaler Unsicherheiten auf die Kirche in Afrika stehen im Mittelpunkt dieser Analyse. Der Autor beleuchtet, wie Pandemien, Terrorismus, politische Unruhen und andere Krisen die Sicherheitslage und die Entwicklung afrikanischer Nationen sowie der Kirche beeinträchtigen. Er bietet einen afrozentrischen christlichen Ansatz an, um die negativen Effekte dieser Herausforderungen zu mindern und ergänzt damit die bestehenden wissenschaftlichen Diskussionen zu diesem Thema.

Die glaubensbasierte Wirtschaft wird als neuer Studienbereich in afrikanischen Religionsstudien eingeführt, um den Bedarf an Ressourcen in diesem Thema zu decken. Das Buch analysiert die Auswirkungen dieser Wirtschaft auf die Kirche und die nationale Entwicklung in Afrika, insbesondere vor dem Hintergrund wirtschaftlicher Herausforderungen wie der COVID-19-Pandemie. Es beleuchtet biblische Ansätze zur Bewältigung wirtschaftlicher Krisen und die Rolle des Christentums in der nationalen Wirtschaftsentwicklung. Zudem wird die Zusammenarbeit zwischen Institutionen wie der Weltbank und christlichen Gemeinschaften thematisiert, ergänzt durch Empfehlungen für positiven Wandel.