Incarnational Ministry

Author : Samuel Wells
Publisher : Canterbury Press
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2017-08-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781848259263

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Incarnational Ministry by Samuel Wells Pdf

The bestselling writer and popular broadcaster Sam Wells reflects theologically and practically on the essence of discipleship and Christian ministry today. Beginning with a central understanding that ministry is essentially about ‘being with’ the other, whether that other is God, the church, friends or strangers in the world, he explores the theme of ‘being with’ in a number of important spiritual, pastoral and ethical contexts: • Being with God, alone and with others • Being with oneself • Being with the creation • Being with others in the everyday • Being with the troubled • Being with those who have lost a sense of self • Being with the dying This book, and its forthcoming companion, Incarnational Mission, develops ideas first explored in Sam Wells’ highly acclaimed and seminal book, A Nazareth Manifesto.

Author : Samuel Wells
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-08-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781467447928

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Incarnational Ministry by Samuel Wells Pdf

With may be the most important word in the Christian faith. In the Trinity, as Samuel Wells points out, we see the eternal persons of the Godhead being with each other. In the Gospels we see Jesus being with the people he encounters, mediating God's grace to them with his own incarnational presence. Those in ministry are likewise called to the task of being with—with God, with the church, and with the created world and those who dwell in it. In Incarnational Ministry Wells elaborates on the concept of being with in eight dimensions: presence, attention, mystery, delight, participation, partnership, enjoyment, and glory. His vivid narratives and wise reflections will challenge readers to deeper discipleship and more vital ministry as they explore what it means to be with the troubled, the hurt, the afflicted, the challenged, the dying—and all who are embraced by the church's incarnational ministry.

Author : Andrew Root
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 228 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2007-10-08
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0830834885

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Revisiting Relational Youth Ministry by Andrew Root Pdf

Andrew Root reviews the history of relational/incarnational youth ministry in American evangelicalism and recasts the practice as one of "place-sharing"--not so much "earning the right to be heard" as honoring the human dignity of youth and locating God in their midst.

Author : Andreas J. Köstenberger
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0802842550

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The Missions of Jesus and the Disciples According to the Fourth Gospel by Andreas J. Köstenberger Pdf

In this exegetical study of the Gospel of John, Andreas Kostenberger strives to discover and articulate a throroughtly biblical theology of mission which would have contemporary implications for how the church responds to Christ's mandate.

Author : Paul G. Hiebert,Eloise Hiebert Meneses
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 1995-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0801020093

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Incarnational Ministry by Paul G. Hiebert,Eloise Hiebert Meneses Pdf

A study of four types of societies with characteristics that affect receptivity to evangelism and church planting.

Author : Christian D. Kettler,Todd H. Speidell
Publisher : Wipf & Stock Pub
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2009-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1608991393

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Incarnational Ministry by Christian D. Kettler,Todd H. Speidell Pdf

How does the Reality of the Incarnation inform and shape the nature of Christian ministry? What is the church's impact in the world when its members embody the powerfully redemptive presence of Christ-in personal as well as corporate witness? These key questions are addressed in Incarnational ministry: The Presence of Christ in Church, Society, and Family-a volume honoring the significant contributions and personal witness of Ray S. Anderson to a theology of incarnational ministry. The essays explore three central themes: (1) the church's nature and life as the ministry of the incarnate Savior; (2) the church in mission and service, witnessing to Christ's solidarity with the world; (3) the church in ministry to families and as family to all of humanity. The diverse voices in this volume harmonize in a shared passion for the church to engage in the "hard theological thinking and costly personal practice that should flow from its doctrine of the incarnation." "Incarnational Ministry transfers theology from the library and lecture hall to life, where it belongs...brings together a stellar company of Christian scholars and leaders who write not merely for the academy but for the church, for laity as well as for clergy."---W. Ward Gasque, Provost, Eastern College, St. Davids, PA "Reading this book, one is struck with how relevant basic Christian doctrines...are to the burning issues of our time. This is theology related to life."---Elizabeth Achtemeier, Adjunct Professor of Bible and Homiletics, Union Theological Seminary, Richmond, VA

Author : Ron Belsterling
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2019-04-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781532651557

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A Defense of Youth Ministry by Ron Belsterling Pdf

Youth ministry succeeds because it directly reflects Jesus Christ’s approach. It’s not overvalued today; it’s undervalued. The hard work required for its success has been misunderstood and misrepresented. The first part of the book establishes that case and analyzes the pros and cons of current, varying philosophies and approaches, merging their best aspects into the holistic approach demonstrated by Christ. Part 2 introduces Attachment Relationship Ministry (ARM), a lens distinguishing four primary adolescent relational styles depending on how secure or insecure teens are with God and parents. Part 3 encourages strategic relational ministry sensitive to those styles, explaining why youth leader efforts succeed or fail. Chapters offer realistic discipleship and evangelism suggestions depending on attachment styles and practically empowering youth workers (volunteers, newbies, experts, and interns) to focus energy and time more wisely. These recommendations relate to spiritual formation, leadership selection, parental approach, and trending issues, such as ministry to LGBTQIA teens. For too many teens today, feeling insecure in crisis is a way of life. Learn how to take what you’ve done well and make it better. All church leaders should read this book, logging the critical importance of providing ministry specifically targeting teenagers today.

Author : Samuel Wells
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Page : 255 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2018-02-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781467449694

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Incarnational Mission by Samuel Wells Pdf

A bold new way of thinking about Christian mission “With,” says Samuel Wells, “is the most important word in the Christian faith.” In this compelling follow-up to Incarnational Ministry: Being with the Church, Wells explores what it means for mission-minded Christians and churches to be with the world. Drawing on the Gospels, Acts, and personal insights gleaned from his more than two decades in ministry, Wells elaborates on the concept of being with in eight dimensions: presence, atten-tion, mystery, delight, participation, partnership, enjoyment, and glory. His vivid narratives and wise reflections will help Christian readers better understand how to be with all kinds of people outside the church, both individually and collectively. CONTENTS Prologue: Not of This Fold Introduction: The Mission of Being With 1. Being with the Lapsed 2. Being with Seekers 3. Being with Those of No Professed Faith 4. Being with Those of Other Faiths 5. Being with the Hostile 6. Being with Neighbors 7. Being with Organizations 8. Being with Institutions 9. Being with Government 10. Being with the Excluded Epilogue: Are You Hungry?

Author : Christian D. Kettler,Todd H. Speidell
Publisher : Wipf & Stock Pub
Page : 348 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2009-12-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1608993345

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Incarnational Ministry: the Presence of Christ in Church, Society, and Family by Christian D. Kettler,Todd H. Speidell Pdf

How does the reality of the incarnation inform and shape the nature of Christian ministry? What is the church's impact in the world when its members embody the powerfully redemptive presence of Christ-in personal as well as corporate witness? These key questions are addresses in 'Incarnational Ministry: The Presence of Christ in the Church, Society, and Family'-a volume honoring the significant contributions and personal witness of Ray S. Anderson to a theology of incarnational ministry. The essays explore three central themes: (1) the church's nature and life as the ministry of the incarnate Savior; (2) the church in mission and service, witnessing to Christ's solidarity with the world; (3) the church in ministry to families and as family to all of humanity. The diverse voices in this volume harmonize in a shared passion for the church to engage in the hard theological thinking and costly personal practice that should flow from its doctrine of the incarnation. Contributors: David Allen Hubbard, Thomas F. Torrance, Donald W. McCullough, Alasdair I. C. Heron, Christian D. Kettler, Geoffrey W. Bromiley, Colin E. Gunton, Alan E. Lewis, James B. Torrance, Todd H. Speidell, Willie J. Jennings, Adrio Koenig, John W. de Gruchy, William E. Pannell, Walter C. Wright, Jr, Dennis B. Guernsey, David E. Garland, Diana R. Garland, Lewis B. Smedes, Jack O. Balswick, Dawn Ward, Frances F. Hiebert, Paul G. Hiebert, Judith K. Balswick, Cameron Lee

Author : Robert Dawson
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2001-08-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781725241121

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Bible Study in Blended Ministry Churches by Robert Dawson Pdf

Author : Steve Griffiths
Publisher : SPCK
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2013-05-16
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780281070527

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Models for Youth Ministry by Steve Griffiths Pdf

This book explores models for youth ministry from the life and ministry of Christ. This area of study has become fossilised because youth workers rely too heavily on the notion of 'incarnational' or 'relational' youth ministry. This leads them to believe that they must spend huge amounts of time with young people in order to 'earn the right' to share the gospel with them. The author argues that this foundation for youth ministry is inadequate and impractical and that it is not how Jesus himself operated. He proposes a broader Christology as a foundation for youth ministry today. Each chapter includes study questions for individuals or groups.

Author : Hannah Steele
Publisher : SCM Press
Page : 269 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2017-11-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780334054900

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New World, New Church? by Hannah Steele Pdf

The emerging church movement has quickly become one of the fastest growing ecclesiological phenomena in the west today. But there is still a debate to be had about how the church understands its identity and purpose within postmodern culture. Offering an assessment of the impact of the emerging church upon the church in the West, and examining the thinking of the movement's leading proponents including Brian McLaren and Rob Bell, "New World, New Church?" affirms what is good and insightful in the emerging church and offers a robust critical evaluation of its theological revisions. Table of Contents: 1. What is the Emerging Church? 2. The Emerging Church and Culture 3. The Emerging Church and Eschatology 4. The Emerging Church and Missiology 5. The Emerging Church and Ecclesiology 6 The Church of Tomorrow Bibliography

Author : William R. Myers
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2004-01-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781725209077

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Theological Themes of Youth Ministry by William R. Myers Pdf

This is a book about youth ministry - a ministry with youth based in the local congregation. Seven theological themes utilizing a lectionary/ seasons-of-the-year framework, provide this book's core. Here is a resource to help youth and youth leaders struggle with a reconstruction of the role of the congregation in transformative ministry with youth.

Author : Sherwood G. Lingenfelter,Marvin K. Mayers
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2003-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780801026478

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Ministering Cross-Culturally by Sherwood G. Lingenfelter,Marvin K. Mayers Pdf

Ministering Cross-Culturally examines the significance of the incarnation for effective cross-cultural ministry. The authors demonstrate that Jesus needed to learn and understand the culture in which he lived before he could undertake his public ministry. The ideas in this book have proven to be successful for thousands of ministers, and the book is destined to be a resource of choice for years to come. Book jacket.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Kirkdale Press
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781577995234

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Keeping Christ in Ministry by Anonim Pdf