"Nathan Finn and Keith Whitfield are to be commended for assembling this fine group of scholars and practitioners to address these timely topics around the shared theme of the Great Commission. The chapters connect and cohere well, enabling readers to think in fresh ways about the implications of the Great Commission for various areas of study, ministry, and leadership. The book is a worthy tribute to my good friend Danny Akin. I am pleased that he could be appropriately honored by the thoughtful and insightful contributions found in this volume. I count it a joy to recommend this important work." --David S. Dockery, president, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary "Nothing could be more appropriate as the subject of a Festschrift for my friend Danny Akin than the topic of the Great Commission. Every beat of the man's heart is about the spread of the gospel.

He will be more delighted if this book moves us to fulfill the Great Commission than if it brings attention to him. His happiness in the Lord, his faithfulness to the Word, and the focus of his life, leadership, and ministry bless me and thousands of others. So, take up and read, and go!" --Ligon Duncan, chancellor, Reformed Theological Seminary "One of the great friendships of my life has been the one I share with Danny Akin, and I can tell you there is no one whose heart beats more for the Great Commission. Danny would say, just like Peter responding to Jesus, "Lord, to whom would we go?" This book captures his passion, his sold-out commitment, and his life's dedication to the Great Commission. I hope you can read it, as I have, with a love for the man and a renewed allegiance to carrying this mission forward." --Kevin Ezell, president, North American Mission Board "Ever since William Carey first riveted the Christian church to the missionary imperative, Jesus's Great Commission has been at the heart of world evangelization. The same passion that moved Carey also motivates Dr. Danny Akin.

This volume is a worthy tribute to his remarkable vision and gospel work." --Timothy George, distinguished professor at Beeson Divinity School "Danny Akin has been a consistent Acts 1:8 disciple of Jesus Christ, first with his family and second with the scores of Christians he has influenced both personally and professionally. This Festschrift, which reflects the breadth of people he has influenced, is an appropriate honor for a brother dearly beloved. I love Danny Akin and his zeal for the Great Commission (and the Great Commandment)." --Kevin Smith, pastor, Family Church Village, West Palm Beach, Florida.