Great Commission Great Confusion Or Great Confession

Author : Lucas V. Woodford
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 252 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781610978774

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Great Commission, Great Confusion, or Great Confession? by Lucas V. Woodford Pdf

There is a great debate going on in the church today. It centers on one question: "What is the mission of the church?" From culturally relevant, emerging congregations to strategic methods of organization and outreach, many claim they have the answer. They say the mission must become "missional." Yet the churches of North America continue to struggle. Uncertainty is growing. "What does it really mean to be 'missional'"? Competing claims abound. "Get the message out!" "Get the message right!" Great confusion has set in, particularly in the postmodern North American church. The Gospel is getting lost. Yet, throughout the ages, the creedal confession of the Holy Christian Church has carried her through uncertainty and struggle. The Apostles' Creed has steadied and stayed the mission of the church for centuries. It centers on the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the work of the Holy Spirit--the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. This book celebrates the historic mission of the Holy Christian Church, and it invites the North American church to do the same.

Author : Jonathan A. Powers
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 333 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2023-05-26
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781666735970

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New Life in the Risen Christ by Jonathan A. Powers Pdf

Baptism is a foundational rite and sacrament of the church. Over the centuries, the significance of baptism for Christian life and faith has been confirmed by the church, but baptism remains a highly controversial topic. Numerous disagreements exist between denominations and faith traditions—including the various descendants of the original Methodist movement—over the doctrine and practice of baptism. Who can be baptized? Why is baptism done? What does the rite mean? New Life in the Risen Christ: A Wesleyan Theology of Baptism seeks to address confusion over baptism and offer a coherent treatment of the sacrament from a Wesleyan theological perspective. Distinguished scholars from around the world are brought together in this volume to examine the writings of John Wesley and offer scholarly reflections on topics related to the sacrament of baptism. Their work is an invitation to remember and be thankful for baptism as the sign of divine grace that initiates Christians into a new reality: life in the risen Christ.

Author : Mark A. Pierson,Timothy J Pauls
Publisher : New Reformation Publications
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2021-03-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781945500596

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Take Courage by Mark A. Pierson,Timothy J Pauls Pdf

Take Courage is a collection of essays, written by pastors and professors, about the care and cure of souls in the 21st century. As spiritual physicians, pastors are called to diagnose and treat all those suffering with the disease of sin. This noble task requires much from these undershepherds who are placed over Christ's flock. Yet the Good Shepherd himself has provided the effective tools of this healing art: the life-giving word and sacraments. Pastors, then, specialize in applying the medicine of forgiveness and bringing comfort to broken consciences. Collectively, these essays teach and expound upon this theme. This helpful book honors the 45 years of faithful service given by one such undershepherd, Harold L. Senkbeil. As a pastor, seminary professor, author, speaker, husband, father, and the executive director of DOXOLOGY, Senkbeil has consistently provided competent treatment for both laity and pastors by distributing the forgiveness won by Jesus on the cross.

Author : Paul Borthwick
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2015-11-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830844371

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Great Commission, Great Compassion by Paul Borthwick Pdf

Go and do. Jesus commands it, and the world needs it. Mission mobilizer Paul Borthwick shows how proclamation and demonstration of the gospel go hand in hand, bringing together the Great Commission of Matthew 28 and the Great Compassion of Matthew 25, while offering practical, holistic ways for us to live them out in every sphere of our lives.

Author : David Wheeler,Vernon M. Whaley
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2011-09-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433672378

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The Great Commission to Worship by David Wheeler,Vernon M. Whaley Pdf

A closer, Scripture-based look at the intertwining relationship between worship and evangelism as the foundation for the fulfillment of the Great Commission.

Author : Abraham Friesen
Publisher : William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : UOM:39015040153663

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Erasmus, the Anabaptists, and the Great Commission by Abraham Friesen Pdf

Many scholars have pointed to the influence of Erasmus on the early Swiss Anabaptists and Menno Simons. Yet the extent of this influence has never been firmly established. This volume uses new research data and argumentation to build a more convincing case for the early Anabaptist movement's dependence on Erasmus's thought. Abraham Friesen traces the intellectual origins of both Swiss Anabaptism and Menno Simons to the writings of Erasmus - especially to Erasmus's unique interpretation of Christ's Great Commission as presented in his famous paraphrases of Matthew and Acts - and shows the impact that Erasmus ultimately had on the form and content of Anabaptist thought.

Author : Harold L. Senkbeil,Lucas V. Woodford
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2019-11-06
Category : Christian leadership
ISBN : 1683593154

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Church Leadership and Strategy by Harold L. Senkbeil,Lucas V. Woodford Pdf

Christ's sheep need shepherding. That's where you come in. With more than 60 years of ministry between them, Harold Senkbeil and Lucas Woodford have come to understand that everything in ministry--even administration, leadership, and planning--revolves around the ancient tradition of the care of souls. Pastors are entrusted with the care of a flock by the Good Shepherd and are called to be faithful to this task. But pastoring seems to be getting more and more difficult. Based on a sound theological framework, Senkbeil and Woodford present a set of practical tools for church leadership and strategy. Calling on their vast experience, they encourage pastors to protect, guide, and feed their flock as Jesus would, bridging the eternal wisdom of the word of God with the everyday practicality of hands-on leadership.

Author : William MacDonald
Publisher : Thomas Nelson
Page : 2592 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2016-08-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780718091552

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Believer's Bible Commentary by William MacDonald Pdf

Make Bible study a part of your daily life with the thorough yet easy-to-read commentary that turns complicated theology into practical understanding. The second edition of Believer's Bible Commentary is a one-volume guide that helps the average reader develop basic knowledge of the Bible. This commentary, written by the late William MacDonald, explores the deeper meanings of every biblical book and tackles controversial issues from a theologically conservative standpoint while also presenting alternative views. Serving as a friendly introduction to Bible study, Believer's Bible Commentary gives clarity and context to scripture in easy-to-understand language. Features: Introductions, notes, and bibliographies for each book of the Bible A balanced approach to linguistic studies and useful application Comments on the text are augmented by practical applications of spiritual truths and by a study of typology, where appropriate Colorful maps of the Holy Land and other useful study helps Can be used with any Bible translation but is best used with the New King James version

Author : Kenneth L. Gentry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 202 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2013-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0982620659

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The Greatness of the Great Commission by Kenneth L. Gentry Pdf

This book carefully studies Jesus' Great Commission (Matt. 28:18-20). It shows that the Christian enterprise in a fallen world is to win men and nations, individuals and whole cultures to the Christian faith. It shows the optimism for success inherent in Jesus' commission, as well as demonstrating the universal applicability of the Christian worldview.

Author : Philip Melanchthon
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Electronic book
ISBN : 9780557008247

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The Augsburg Confession by Philip Melanchthon Pdf

Author : Gilbert Burnet
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1022 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 1875
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : UVA:X006171983

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Burnet's History of His Own Time, from the Restoration of King Charles the Second to the Treaty of Peace at Utrecht, in the Reign of Queen Anne by Gilbert Burnet Pdf

Author : Ellen G. White
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 589 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2022-05-29
Category : History
ISBN : EAN:8596547019428

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The Great Controversy by Ellen G. White Pdf

The Great Controversy is a work by Ellen G. White, a founder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, considered a prophetess or messenger of God among Seventh-day Adventist members. The book tells about the ever-persistent controversy between the good and the bad, represented by the opposition of Christ and Satan and the forces of angels that accompany them.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 566 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 1878
Category : United States
ISBN : PSU:000068743734

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The Nation by Anonim Pdf

Author : Craig Ott,Gene Wilson
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2010-12-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781441213679

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Global Church Planting by Craig Ott,Gene Wilson Pdf

With nearly fifty years combined global church-planting experience, Craig Ott and Gene Wilson are well qualified to write a comprehensive, up-to-date guide for cross-cultural church planting. Combining substantive biblical principles and missiological understanding with practical insights, this book walks readers through the various models and development phases of church planting. Advocating methods that lead to church multiplication, the authors emphasize the role of the missionary church planter. They offer helpful reflection on current trends and provide best practices gathered from research and empirical findings around the globe. The book takes up a number of special issues not addressed in most church planting books, such as use of short-term teams, partnerships, and wise use of resources. Full of case studies and real examples from around the world, this practical text will benefit students, church planters, missionaries, and missional church readers.

Author : Irwyn L. Ince
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2020-08-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830853410

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The Beautiful Community by Irwyn L. Ince Pdf

Outreach Resource of the Year The Gospel Coalition Book Award The church is at its best when it pursues the biblical value of unity in diversity. Our world has been torn asunder by racial, ethnic, and ideological differences. It is seen in our politics, felt in our families, and ingrained in our theology. Sadly, the church has often reinforced these ethnic and racial divides. To cast off the ugliness of disunity and heal our fractured humanity, we must cultivate spiritual practices that help us pursue beautiful community. In The Beautiful Community, pastor and theologian Irwyn Ince boldly unpacks the reasons for our divisions while gently guiding us toward our true hope for wholeness and reconciliation. God reveals himself to us in his trinitarian life as the perfection of beauty, and essential to this beauty is his work as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The gospel imperative to pursue the beautiful community—unity in diversity across lines of difference—is rooted in reflecting the beautiful community of our triune God. This book calls us into and provides tools for that pursuit.