That They Might Seek Him

“Steve Kern's book offers up-to-date and practical perspectives on the realities of ministering to immigrants, refugees, and peoples on the move. This book will benefit those already in church and mission leadership and others seeking to serve in mission in an increasingly mobile world.”


—Edward L. Smither, dean, College of Intercultural Studies, Columbia International University





“The world is on the move and Steve Kern provides us with the theological, missiological, and practical insights we need to understand and respond to this unprecedented reality. A must-read for anyone who cares about the nations on our doorstep!”


—Dave Guiles, executive director, Encompass World Partners





“Steve Kern has written a timely and valuable book to not only aid the church in reaching migrants, but to begin to help reshape their entire paradigm of God’s redemptive plan. . . . That They Might Seek Him is well suited for use in university and seminary classes on migration ministry, as well as by local churches looking for guidance as they encounter one of the greatest opportunities of our lifetime. Peoples are on the move; God is on the move. The question is, will the church join?”


—Anthony Casey, associate professor, intercultural studies, William Carey University





“The field of diaspora missiology is both a recent and rapidly developing discipline. Introductory works are important for proper understanding. Kern has done a great service by providing the church a scholarly, yet practical, introduction to migration ministry. Readers will understand global realities and be challenged with practicable directives. The Divine Maestro orchestrates the movement of the nations That They Might Seek Him, and Kern calls for our response!”


—J. D. Payne, professor of Christian ministry, Samford University, author of Strangers Next Door: Immigration, Migration, and Mission





“A welcome addition to the growing literature on migration and diaspora missions, Steve Kern has provided us all biblical foundations and pragmatic rationale for ministry to immigrants. A must-read for all churches and ministry leaders in the twenty-first century.”


—Sam George, Catalyst for Diasporas of the Lausanne Movement and editor of Diaspora Christianities