A couple weeks ago we referenced Crossway’s commitment to the free use and development of the ESV Bible through all available technologies. That resolve stems from the first of three guiding principles identified by Crossway President Lane Dennis in an address he gave at the 2010 Faith Comes By Hearing “Digital Bible Summit”:
- God’s Word does not belong to us
- Partnership in the Gospel
- Teaching the Nations
Regarding the second principle, Lane Dennis explained:
Partnerships are essential, first and foremost because this is the biblical principle. But partnerships are essential, equally so, because it makes no sense for Crossway to create organizations and infrastructures in the far-flung corners of the world, where brothers and sisters in Christ are already present, giving their lives for the sake of the Gospel and God’s Word.
We appreciate standing alongside a community of others; it’s a joy to collaborate for the sake of the gospel and the distribution of God’s Word.
Great post. Dr. Dennis is right on – partnerships are essential. We bring His church together by each fulfilling our roles.
Thank you for your partnership. We truly appreciate it.
Bill Lohr
Faith Comes By Hearing
Comment by Bill Lohr — January 19, 2011 @ 10:15 am