Faith
Spanish Evangelical Leaders Call for Reforms
Faith Facts
- The Spanish Evangelical Alliance (AEE) seeks decentralization and increased accountability within the World Evangelical Alliance (WEA).
- AEE proposes more authority for national alliances and a return to biblical models of leadership, referencing Matthew 20:24-28.
- The Alliance emphasizes unity, responsible governance, and maintaining cooperation with other faith groups on shared concerns like religious freedom.
The AEE urges that national evangelical alliances take a leading role in shaping decisions by the WEA, emphasizing biblical leadership principles. They advocate for new mechanisms that ensure active participation, increased transparency, and frequent reporting, highlighting the importance of aligning with scriptural values in organizational structure.
“When one exercises authority in biblical terms, one puts oneself below, asks questions, listens, and is accountable, thereby gaining authority. We want to give the IC more authority.”
Practical reforms such as more frequent assemblies, use of online meetings, and language inclusivity are recommended by the AEE to foster unity and effective communication. Their aim is to build up the body of Christ by enabling faithful stewardship and mutual respect among believers worldwide.