The Community Of God

Author : Stanley J. Grenz
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1467430749
Total Pages : 1051 pages
Book Rating : 4.46/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Theology for the Community of God written by Stanley J. Grenz and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 2000-01-31 with total page 1051 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This proven systematic theology represents the very best in evangelical theology. Stanley Grenz presents the traditional themes of Christian doctrine -- God, humankind, Christ, the Holy Spirit, the church, and the last things--all within an emphasis on God's central program for creation, namely, the establishment of community. Masterfully blending biblical, historical, and contemporary concerns, Grenz's respected work provides a coherent vision of the faith that is both intellectually satisfying and expressible in Christian living. Available for the first time in paperback.

Author : Douglas Bursch
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780692868386
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.80/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Community of God written by Douglas Bursch and published by . This book was released on 2017-05-19 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We were created for community. So why do we want to be alone? The Bible tells the story of the immense power of human relationships and God's love for the church. Douglas Bursch presents a timely, insightful and practical theology of community. He examines the relational implications of human existence, sin, salvation, discipleship, evangelism and other key biblical concepts. Doug also shares unfiltered stories concerning his personal weaknesses and the relational struggles he has faced as a pastor. Each chapter contains thought-provoking questions that can be used by individuals, pastors, small groups and college classes for further in-depth discussions. Doug's writing cuts to the heart of why community is so valuable but so costly. The Community of God: A Theology of the Church From a Reluctant Pastor is an indispensable resource for creating healthy Christian community in an increasingly individualistic world. "Doug Bursch is one of the best thinkers of our day. He artfully mixes a sound theology with a practical application in a complex, combustible 21st Century culture that desperately needs a clarion voice." - Glenn Burris Jr., President of The Foursquare Church "Doug is unafraid to question the deep things of our faith but always does so as a committed believer. He's interesting, passionate and practical all at the same time." - Dr. Steve Schell, Senior Pastor of Northwest Church; host of Life Lessons and author of Preaching Through Romans

Author : Milt Rodriguez
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780978901912
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.16/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Community Life of God written by Milt Rodriguez and published by . This book was released on 2009-10-01 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new way of seeing that the headwaters for all church life and form is the community life of the Father, Son, and Spirit. This is both theological and practical. The corporate life that God lives by (eternal life) is the same that He gives to us. This is a life of loving one another and Jesus said that it comes from heaven (John 17). This community life is both the engine and the fuel for our lives together as believers, the backbone of organic church life.

Author : Paul Janowiak
Publisher : Liturgical Press
ISBN 13 : 081466024X
Total Pages : 249 pages
Book Rating : 4.49/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Standing Together in the Community of God written by Paul Janowiak and published by Liturgical Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We are here on earth not to guard a museum but to cultivate a garden flourishing with life and promised to a glorious future, John XXIII exhorted the Church at the dawn of the Second Vatican Council. In an age when some skeptics suggest that the reformed liturgy has lost the wonder and spiritual depth of previous ages, Standing Together in the Community of God affirms that we need not look back; the Sacred Mysteries are already in our midst. Their wellspring and summit is the heart of God, shared in the Trinity's own communion, announced now as pure Gift. Praising God for God's saving acts in Jesus, as Vatican II reminded us, we encounter Christ's sacramental presence in four modes: in the person of the priest who gathers the community into communion, in the elements and actions of the sacraments, in the word proclaimed and preached, and in the assembly praying and singing (SC #7). In rhythm and harmony, these modes invite us to encounter the multivalent depth of the Mysteries that announce Christ in you, the hope of glory (Col 1:27). Together they proclaim the Risen One among us, the totus Christus, hope for a hungry world. Allowing each mode its respect as a bearer of the sacred, these focal words and actions in the liturgy echo a communion song that announces Christ's real presence to us and for us and with us. Beginning deep within, this is a spirituality and piety for the twenty-first century, ever ancient and ever new.

Author : Mark Dever
Publisher : Crossway
ISBN 13 : 1433543575
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Compelling Community written by Mark Dever and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2015-04-16 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The local church is meant to embody the vibrant diversity of the global church, transcending racial, cultural, and economic boundaries. Yet local churches too often simply reflect the same societal divisions prevalent in our world today—making them more akin to social clubs filled with like-minded people than the supernatural community the New Testament prescribes. Pastors Mark Dever and Jamie Dunlop argue that authentic fellowship is made up of two crucial ingredients: commitment (depth) and diversity (breadth). Theologically rooted yet extremely practical, this book sets forth basic principles that will help pastors guide their churches toward the compelling community that we all long for.

Author : Gaylyn Williams
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781508637677
Total Pages : 312 pages
Book Rating : 4.79/5 ( download)

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Download or read book God's Design for Community written by Gaylyn Williams and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-10-29 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We live in a variety of communities, including family, church, ministry, life group, business and more. How we relate to one another will demonstrate whether we are living in ways that glorify God. One of our goals should be to interact with the people in our lives so they will be drawn to God, us and our communities. In this practical, biblical book you will discover how to: ** Cultivate strong communities that glorify God and draw people to Him and to your group--both believers and not-yet believers ** Deepen your personal knowledge of the Bible ** Grow in your relationship with God ** Learn how to live out God's Word in all your relationships ** Discover step-by-step, practical applications to enrich your life ** Develop effective communication expertise to deepen your connections ** Discern what others are communicating to you, both verbally and nonverbally ** Challenge your personal and community core beliefs ** Build rapport with others quickly, to enhance your interactions and communication ** Create receptivity to your ideas ** Establish a bond of trust resulting in long-term, meaningful associations ** Break free of your fears and the security of your comfort zone, pushing you beyond whatever hinders your relationships This is based on the book and subsequent workshops calledSharpening Your Interpersonal Skillswritten by Ken and Gaylyn Williams, a father-daughter team. Gaylyn, as well as Ken and his wife Bobbie, served with Wycliffe Bible Translators. This book is divided into seven Keys to unlock relationships: 1. Lay the Foundation unlocks the connection between how God sees us and how we treat others. 2. STOP in the Name of Love! unlocks readers' potential by helping them stop sabotaging their relationships. 3. Listen Up unlocks understanding. 4. Unravel the Mystery unlocks intimacy in relationships. 5. Nurture Trust unlocks a healthy foundation for relationships 6. Cultivate Life unlocks the power of encouragement. 7. Overcome Obstacles solidifies the skills learned. Each Key examines a skill you can apply to relationships with anyone in your communities-family members, friends, colleagues and even acquaintances. As you complete the activities, your communication skills and knowledge of Scripture will be strengthened. Available as an online course or workshop for your ministry. www.RelationshipResources.org; www.RRcourses.com Here are some of the reviews of this material: "Gaylyn Williams wisely shares practical tools to build community by learning the skills to treat each other with dignity and love that is truly felt and understood. These biblically-grounded principles are destined to transform lives and ministries, unlocking new doors to spread the love of Jesus." Dr. Dick Eastman, International President, Every Home for Christ "We train people to preach so well that they can raise the dead, then they kill them again with their interpersonal skills. These materials give pastors and ministry leaders the practical skills they need to be effective in their ministries." Patrick Repp, Minnesota Renewal Center "There is no church, no pastor, no elder board, no ministry team and no Bible study group that would not profit immensely from this book. The tools given at the workshop using these materials are truly everyday tools. I use them in every relationship-from the casual acquaintance to the most intense counseling situation." Pastor Tim Westcott, Idyllwild Bible Church, Idyllwild, California "I really believe this material has His anointing and is the best training tool I've seen for our kind of people. I really believe in it." Duane, missionary in Thailand "I have three things to say about your material: 1) excellent 2) Excellent 3) EXCELLENT! It is definitely worth the price of the course!" Phil, missionary in Ecuador"

Author : Kendall Vanderslice
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1467457337
Total Pages : 138 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book We Will Feast written by Kendall Vanderslice and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-21 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the practice of eating together as Christian worship The gospel story is filled with meals. It opens in a garden and ends in a feast. Records of the early church suggest that believers met for worship primarily through eating meals. Over time, though, churches have lost focus on the centrality of food— and with it a powerful tool for unifying Christ’s diverse body. But today a new movement is under way, bringing Christians of every denomination, age, race, and sexual orientation together around dinner tables. Men and women nervous about stepping through church doors are finding God in new ways as they eat together. Kendall Vanderslice shares stories of churches worshiping around the table, introducing readers to the rising contem­porary dinner-church movement. We Will Feast provides vision and inspiration to readers longing to experience community in a real, physical way.

Author : Stanley J. Grenz
Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781573831604
Total Pages : 728 pages
Book Rating : 4.03/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Theology for the Community of God written by Stanley J. Grenz and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 728 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This proven systematic theology represents the very best in evangelical theology. Stanley Grenz presents the traditional themes of Christian doctrine -- God, humankind, Christ, the Holy Spirit, the church, and the last things -- all within an emphasis on God's central program for creation, namely, the establishment of community. Masterfully blending biblical, historical, and contemporary concerns, this new edition of Grenz's respected work provides a coherent vision of the faith that is both intellectually satisfying and expressible in Christian living. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Author : Steve Sjogren
Publisher : Gospel Light Publications
ISBN 13 : 9780830746620
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Making A Good Church Great written by Steve Sjogren and published by Gospel Light Publications. This book was released on 2010-02-25 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling author Steve Sjogren untangles the complex jumble commonly known as greatness in today’s mega church, mega everything world. As a successful pastor, he launched the servant evangelism movement, but along the way he discovered that significance was not where or what he thought it would be. Now, in a very practical book, he focuses on genuine greatness. Is it the size of the sanctuary? The number of new believers baptized each year? The youth attendance? The quantity of best selling books the pastor has written? The list of television shows, radio shows or podcasts the pastors appears on? Or is it something more? What is the buzz on good churches that become great in God’s eyes? Sjogren argues that greatness is not a point at which you arrive; rather, it is an ongoing process of worshipping, serving and living in God’s presence. It not a slick program; rather, it is a family, a hospital, an army and a school. When God is a present, His people are empowered. When God empowers His people, a good church becomes great.

Author : Phil Zuckerman
Publisher : NYU Press
ISBN 13 : 0814797237
Total Pages : 237 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Society Without God written by Phil Zuckerman and published by NYU Press. This book was released on 2010-06-07 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are lawyers, by their very nature, agents of the state, of capital, of institutions of power? Or are there ways in which they can work constructively or transformatively for the disempowered, the working class, the underprivileged? Lawyers in a Postmodern World explores how lawyers actively create the forms of power which they and others deploy. Through engaging case studies, the book examines how lawyers work within and for powerful institutions and provides suggestions--both general and practical--for ways in which the practice of law can be made to work with and for the powerless. Individuals chapters address such subjects as the contradictions of radical law practice; legal work in South Africa; the economics and politics of negotiating justice; feminist legal scholarship and women's gendered lives; the overlapping worlds of law, business, and politics; theories of legal practice; and how lawyers are constitutive of gender relations. Contributing to the book are Maureen Cain (University of West Indies), Yves Dezalay (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, France), Martha Fineman (Columbia University), Sue Lees (University of North London), Doreen McBarnet (Wolfson College, Oxford), Frank Munger (SUNY, Buffalo), Wilfried Scharf (University of Cape Town), Stuart Scheingold (University of Washington), David Sugarman (Lancaster University), and Sally Wheeler (University of Nottingham).