What’s A Fish Scale?
Borrowing from the Engel’s Scale, which depicts the process of conversion to Christianity, The Fish Scale attempts to map out the ‘typical’ process, or shifts, that a person undergoes before becoming a ‘Great Commission Christian’. This is a very general understanding of a very complex process that is often not as linear as a scale might indicate. It cannot be emphasised enough that the Holy Spirit is the change agent. Worldview shifts happen at the very core of a person’s understanding of reality, a simple behaviour change will not cut it. The Holy Spirit is the one who brings conviction of the Truth, it is He who must convince you that mission is an integral part of the makeup of your reality under God.
The name of the assessment carries a double meaning:
- It speaks of the Apostle Paul’s massive worldview shift which had the following effect after Ananias’ prayer…“instantly something like scales fell from Saul’s eyes, and he regained his sight. Then he got up and was baptized.”
- It represents the struggle a ‘small fish’ (like a cockabully) has in fighting against the current of society (and at times even ‘church’ culture) to attain a place of active involvement in cross-cultural ministry for the sake of the Gospel.
Where Are You?
You may some sense that God is interested in what is going on beyond New Zealand shores. You might know there are people around the world who don’t worship Jesus but think ‘what has that got to do with me?’ The fun fish scale quiz will help you see what stage you might be in on a journey towards being part of God’s plan for the nations.
As you dig around the Destination World site, interact with the community, and expose yourself to the needs of the world, you’ll find yourself growing in your understanding of God’s mission and moving along ‘the fish scale’ toward positive involvement in God’s global cause.
