Images of the Church in the New Testament
Images of the Church in the New Testament

Author: Paul Sevier Minear

Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press

Published: 2004-11-12

Total Pages: 313

ISBN-13: 1611644852

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First published in 1960, Paul Minear's classic work identifies and explicates ninety-six images for the church found in the New Testament. Comprehensive and accessibly written, it has been used in seminary classes for over thirty years. Its range of reach and incredibly rich discussions of the many images and metaphors make this book a splendid resource for students and pastors. The New Testament Library offers authoritative commentary on every book and major aspect of the New Testament, as well as classic volumes of scholarship. The commentaries in this series provide fresh translations based on the best available ancient manuscripts, offer critical portrayals of the historical world in which the books were created, pay careful attention to their literary design, and present a theologically perceptive exposition of the text.

Love Your Church
Love Your Church

Author: Tony Merida

Publisher: The Good Book Company

Published: 2021-06-01

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 1784986097

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How to grow in love for your church. God calls us to be "devoted to one another in love" (Romans 12:10). What does this look like for us today? How can we be the kind of church member who makes a real difference? This engaging book by Tony Merida explores what church is, why being part of it is exciting, and why it’s worthy of our love and commitment. He sets out eight privileges and responsibilities of a church member: to belong, to welcome, to gather, to care, to serve, to honour, to witness and to send. As we see how wonderful it is to belong to God’s family and be a part of his amazing witness to both the earthly and the heavenly realms, we’ll grow in our love for and commitment to our local church. This is a great book for every churchgoer to read, whether they’re new or have been attending for some time but need re-energising with God’s vision for the local church. With a discussion guide at the end of the book, Love Your Church is also a great resource for small groups.

Who Moved My Church?
Who Moved My Church?

Author: Mike Nappa

Publisher: David C Cook

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 140

ISBN-13: 9781589199903

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Four unforgettable characters set out to find their church building after it has been physically moved. But how they go about locating it and what they do once they find it is so different, humorous, entertaining, and thought provoking. Ideal for discussion in homes, small groups, Sunday School classes and churches.

A Church for All
A Church for All

Author: Gayle E. Pitman

Publisher: Weigl Publishers

Published: 2018-08-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1489682465

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This simple, lyrical story celebrates a Sunday morning at an inclusive church that embraces all people regardless of age, class, race, gender identity, and sexual orientation. All are welcome at the church for all!

What Is a Healthy Church?
What Is a Healthy Church?

Author: Mark Dever

Publisher: Crossway

Published: 2024-09-26

Total Pages: 152

ISBN-13: 1433596636

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Key Traits of a Healthy Church to Develop within the Local Body What is an ideal church, and how can you tell? How does it look different from other churches? More importantly, how does it act differently, especially in society? Many of us aren't sure how to answer those questions, even though we probably have some preconceived ideas. This book answers those questions and many more. Author Mark Dever seeks to help believers recognize the key characteristics of a healthy church: expositional preaching, biblical theology, and a right understanding of the gospel. Dever then calls us to develop those characteristics in our own churches. By following the example of New Testament authors and addressing all members of the church, pastors and laity alike, Dever challenges all believers to do their part in maintaining the local church. Part of the 9Marks Building Healthy Churches series, What Is a Healthy Church? offers timeless truths and practical principles to help each of us fulfill our God-given roles in the body of Christ. Offers an Ideal Church Model: Encourages pastors and members to implement healthy church qualities within their local body Written by Mark Dever: Pastor, bestselling author, and president of 9Marks From 9Marks: Other titles in the Building Healthy Churches series include Church Discipline; Deacons; and Church Membership Replaces ISBN 978-1-58134-937-5

Image of God
Image of God

Author: Jeff Crawford

Publisher: Xulon Press

Published: 2008-10

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13: 1606479210

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God is up to something. And that "something" is you. The Bible declares that you have been made in the Image of God. But what exactly does that mean? Join Jeff Crawford on a journey of discovery. Most people don't "feel" like they are the Image of God or even know what the phrase means. That's because, as Crawford explains, something has gone horribly wrong. Presented as an unfolding drama, Image of God, will touch you at your core as you discover not only who you really are, but more importantly, who you can become! "This is a very serious book about a serious topic...you. And if you...truly want to learn about who you are, why you are here, and where you are going, then this book is not only about you, but for you." -- Jeff Crawford, excerpt from Image of God Jeff Crawford, Ed.D., is a pastor, educator and author. He makes his home in the River Valley of Arkansas with his wife, Julie, and their three children.

My Church Words Book
My Church Words Book

Author: Concordia Publishing House

Publisher:

Published: 2013-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780758641519

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"Presents a survey of all 66 biblical books and the time between the testaments. Arranged by the major collections of biblical literature and ordered by biblical books" --P. [4] of cover.

Our Fathers
Our Fathers

Author: David France

Publisher: Broadway

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 674

ISBN-13: 0767914066

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An examination of the pedophile scandals that have rocked the Catholic Church assesses the implications of the crisis, explaining why the Church knowingly covered up decades of abuse and discussing how it has responded.