The role of evangelical leadership in Uganda for effective church ministry: a strategic practical theological study / by Asea, B.K. Wilson (original) (raw)

Unless otherwise indicated, the primary Bible translation used in this project is the New International Version. Citations of authors and materials retain the original authors' translations of the biblical sources, often made by the authors themselves. v Acknowledgments Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the father and of the son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age" (Matthew 28:18-20).  My utmost word of thanks goes to the triune God who gave me the revelation, wisdom, knowledge, experience, insight and strength to sit behind the desk for long hours while being robbed by tiredness and weakness. Otherwise, this work could not have been completed without His grace.  I wish to express my sincere gratitude to my Promoter Prof. Dr. Rantoa Letšosa who guided, advised and encouraged me as a friend to work profoundly.  I also need to thank the University of NorthWest , Potchefstroom Campus especially Mr. Danie Hefer and Mrs. Westhuizen Susan at the Financial Aid office, Prof. Francois Viljoen and Mrs. Elmien Scott of the Research of the Faculty of Theology for their financial support.  My appreciation also goes to Prof. Mashau who shared general insight concerning my research work, Dr. Dick Mwamba for his advice, Prof. Faan Steyn of the Faculty of Statistics who guided me on the questionnaire included in empirical research, Mrs. Nardine Bothma who formatted the questionnaire, Rev. Madira Jackson, Rev.Onzima Blake Thompson and Pastor Paul Wamala, all from Uganda, who conducted quantitative empirical-research on my behalf. A word of thanks also to the Librarians of main Campus and Faculty of Theology, and Mrs. Antoinette Moerdyk, the Academic Registra for their assistance.  How can I forget my colleagues like Rev. Thomas Masase, Rev. Eugene Coetzee, Mr. Kgotlaetsile Mokgatlhe, Mr. Thomas, Pastor Alsen Pieterse, Mphela and others. Thank you all for your words of encouragement.  Last but not least, a special word of gratitude is also due to my father Paulino Akole and mother Mary Feeku, who stood with me and showed patience and encouragement throughout my academic pursuit.