Jayson Georges is an author whose work delves deeply into cultural nuances and interpersonal dynamics. His extensive experience across diverse cultural landscapes, from Central Asia to the Middle East, provides him with a unique lens through which he examines societal structures. Through his writing, Georges explores the complexities of communication and belief systems across cultures, often focusing on themes of honor and shame. His contributions encourage readers to consider a more profound understanding of the world around them.
Patronage is a central part of global cultures and the biblical story of God's mission, yet many Westerners misunderstand or ignore this concept. In this resource for ministry practitioners and lay Christians alike, Jayson Georges brings his crosscultural experience and biblical insights to bear on the topic of patronage, with sections on cultural issues, biblical models, theological concepts, and missional implications.
Many a Westerner has had a cross-cultural experience of honor and shame. In this well-rounded and ministry-tested guide, Georges and Baker help us decode the cultural script of honor and shame, assisting us also in reading the Bible anew through that lens. Then they offer thoughtful and practical guidance in ministry within honor-shame contexts.