From Dave Black Online:
In my morning devotions/Bible study I was struck by Jesus’ statement that He did not come to bring peace but a sword (Matt. 10:34). Jesus is the Great Divider. He divides the world into saved and lost. He divides homes based on loyalty to Him. His Word is sharper than a two-edged sword.
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David Blanton
What should a congregation following Jesus Christ in ministry look like?
This kind of question gets us nowhere in the 21st Century.
The distinguishing feature of the question, “should” sets up a dichotomy that only brings about a negation of Church, instead of a purpose to Church. Immediately, where “should” exists, a “should not” would invariably follow, a hidden phantom. That is not to say that a Jesus Christ ministry should not discriminate. Absolutely. (more…)
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A. Amos Love
What should a congregation following Jesus Christ in ministry look like?
Preface
Just wondering if this is a trick question?
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… by Geoff Smith. He concludes:
…I recommend this book to those looking to do things upside down with Jesus. It would make a good college age reading group study or any age book study for that matter. I do not have a rating system, but I whole hearted recommend this book to any who were wondering about it or just hadn’t heard of it.