The Ministry of Mercy for Today
Author: Peter Y. De Jong
Publisher: Wipf and Stock Publishers
Published: 2003-12-15
Total Pages: 263
ISBN-13: 1592444350
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The Deacon
Author: Cornelis Van Dam
Publisher:
Published: 2016
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781601785114
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe office of deacon is God's gift to His church, but today it is often undervalued, misunderstood, and perceived to be of little importance. In The Deacon , the author considers the Old Testament background for this calling, the deacon in New Testament times and in church history, and the current function of the office. You will rediscover the high and privileged calling of deacons and come to a better understanding of what God requires of them. Table of Contents: Part 1--The Old Testament Background 1. The Poor in Israel 2. Providing for the Poor Part 2--New Testament Times 3. Christ's Teaching on the Poor and Needy 4. Ministering to the Poor in Acts 6 5. The Office of Deacon 6. Female Deacon? Part 3--The Office of Deacon in the History of the Church 7. The Testimony of the Early Church and the Heritage of the Reformation 8. Women and the Diaconate Part 4--The Current Functioning of the Office 9. The Official Position of the Deacon Today 10. Enabling and Prioritizing 11. The Diaconal Ministry within the Congregation 12. The Diaconal Ministry outside the Congregation 13. The Blessing of the Poor
Reforming Mercy Ministry
Author: Ted Rivera
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Published: 2014-07-01
Total Pages: 194
ISBN-13: 0830895949
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Love your neighbor as yourself." It's the second greatest commandment, according to Jesus, but it's easier said than done. Never shying away from the complicated nature of contemporary issues, Ted Rivera identifies thirty-three ways we can engage the world with Christian compassion.
Ministries of Mercy
Author: Timothy Keller
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780875522173
DOWNLOAD EBOOKSome lay blame for poverty and need on oppression; others on laziness. Pastor Keller demonstrates that the biblical viewpoint is far more sophisticated than either extreme. He sets forth scriptural principles for mercy ministries, suggests practical steps to begin and persevere in active caring, and deals perceptively with thorny issues. Balanced and informative! Includes discussion questions.
The Church of Mercy
Author: Pope Francis
Publisher: Loyola Press
Published: 2014-04-20
Total Pages: 165
ISBN-13: 0829441697
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"A magnificent book, bursting with profound spiritual insights, from a man who has quickly become one of the greatest spiritual teachers of our time." --James Martin, SJ, author of Jesus: A Pilgrimage In the year since he was elected, Pope Francis’s simple message of mercy, service, and renewal has spread to every corner of the world. Through his gentle demeanor, selfless actions, and welcoming call for service to others, Pope Francis has captured the attention of a world longing for an authentic message of hope—we want to hear what he has to say. Collected from Pope Francis’s speeches, homilies, and papers presented during the first year of his papacy, The Church of Mercy is the first Vatican-authorized book detailing his vision for the Catholic Church. From how to be citizens of the world to answering God’s call for evangelization, Pope Francis's deep wisdom reminds us that the Church must move beyond its own walls and joyfully bring God's mercy wherever suffering, division, or injustice exists. Named TIME Magazine’s 2013 “Person of the Year,” Pope Francis is helping the Church continue toward an authentic Christianity that is faithful to the Gospel and resonant with the world’s greatest needs. The Church of Mercy encourages each of us to ignite the flame within to help share the light of Christ and revitalize the Church.
Mercy
Author: Cardinal Walter Kasper
Publisher: Paulist Press
Published: 1985
Total Pages: 304
ISBN-13: 1587683652
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"This book has done me so much good." —Pope Francis From one the leading intellects in the church today—one whom Pope Francis has described as a "superb theologian"—comes perhaps his most important book yet. Available for the first time in English, Cardinal Kasper looks to capture the essence of the gospel message. Compassionate, bold, and brilliant, Cardinal Kasper has written a book which will be studied for generations.
Called to Preach
Author: Steven J. Lawson
Publisher: Baker Books
Published: 2022-02-15
Total Pages: 187
ISBN-13: 1493434063
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn every generation, the church stands in dire need of God-called people to preach the Word with precision and power. Preachers who will not replace sound theology with culturally palatable soundbites. Preachers who will clearly and faithfully share the gospel and inspire those in their churches to live godly lives. Through in-depth biblical analysis and inspiring examples from church history, Steven J. Lawson paints a picture of God's glory magnified through faithful preaching, reclaiming the high ground of biblical preaching for the next generation. With helpful advice and practical guidance gleaned from 50 years in ministry, Lawson helps aspiring preachers know if they are called to preach; understand the qualifications for ministry; and develop, improve, and deliver strong expository sermons that illuminate the Word of God in a dark world.
The New Testament Deacon
Author: Alexander Strauch
Publisher: Lewis & Roth Publishers
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780936083070
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe author's goal is to help Christians understand the necessity for and vital importance of New Testament deacons to he local church so that the needy, poor, and suffering of our churches are cared for in a thoroughly Christian manner.
What is Mercy Ministry?
Author: Philip Graham Ryken
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Published: 2013
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781596385184
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMany people around us have desperate needs, and the Holy Spirit will not let us sit by and do nothing. This booklet encourages believers to act by pursuing a mercy ministry for their church.
The Elder
Author: Cornelis Van Dam
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 283
ISBN-13: 9781596381414
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe eldership is a very old and wonderful gift of God to his people. This book paints the grand biblical narrative of this office from its beginnings. Todays church cannot afford to ignore Gods past instruction for the functioning of this office. It continues to be a blessing today
