Envisioning the Congregation, Practicing the Gospel: A Guide for Pastors and Lay Leaders - Softcover

Stewart, John W.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 080287164X ISBN 13: 9780802871640

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co., 2015

Synopsis

Wisdom on how church leaders can improve the quality of congregational life and witness Reflecting a wealth of ministerial experience, this accessible and instructive book is designed to equip lay leaders and pastors of Protestant churches to better envision and practice gospel- driven ministry amid the challenges of our twenty-first-century context. Especially addressing Baby Boomer and Gen X leaders, seasoned pastor and practical theologian John Stewart presents and explains five biblically mandated, foundational practices for being and nurturing the church: belonging, discipling, witnessing, serving, and worshiping. Stewart believes that these five practices are "essential markers" for congregations that seek to remain faithful to their risen Lord, and he offers memorable examples of how specific churches are carrying them out well. Church leaders of every generation will find in these pages much practical wisdom on how to enhance their congregational life and mission. For any congregations wanting to remain faithful to their biblical heritage and mandate, Stewart's Envisioning the Congregation, Practicing the Gospel provides an excellent roadmap for doing what God calls the church to do.

About this title

About the Author

John W Stewart is Ralph B and Helen S Ashenfelter Associate Professor of Ministry and Evangelism Emeritus at Princeton Theological Seminary.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.
• Publication date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 080287164X
• ISBN 13: 9780802871640
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 236