The World (Volume 5) (God's Word for Today) - Softcover

Stott, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0830843701 ISBN 13: 9780830843701

Publisher: Inter-Varsity Press,US, 2019

Synopsis

How can Christians effectively engage today's world while staying true to Scripture? Calling us to listen well to both the Word and the world, John Stott shows how Christianity can preserve its authentic identity and remain relevant to current realities. With the God's Word for Today series, pastor Tim Chester has updated Stott's classic book The Contemporary Christian and made it accessible to new generations of readers.In The World, Stott presents four major aspects of the church's mission--God's assignment to infiltrate the world and share the good news. How do we understand the uniqueness of Christ in a pluralistic world? What is the biblical basis for mission? What is the relationship between evangelism and social responsibility? And what can we learn about mission from the life and work of Jesus? Each chapter includes questions for reflection or discussion.The Christianity of the Bible is not a safe, escapist religion but an explosive force pulling us into the world to witness and serve. This book equips individuals and churches to join the mission that flows from the heart of God.

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About the Authors

John R. W. Stott (1921–2011) was known worldwide as a preacher, evangelist, and communicator of Scripture. For many years he served as rector of All Souls Church in London. A leader among evangelicals in Britain, the United States, and around the world, Stott was a principal framer of the landmark Lausanne Covenant (1974). Stott’s many books, including Basic Christianity and The Cross of Christ, have sold millions of copies.

Tim Chester is pastor of Grace Church, Boroughbridge, North Yorkshire, and a faculty member of Crosslands, a partnership between Oak Hill College and Acts 29. His many books include Good News to the Poor, Everyday Church, Mission Matters, Unreached, and Hearing God's Word.

Edition details

• Publisher: Inter-Varsity Press,US
• Publication date: 2019
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0830843701
• ISBN 13: 9780830843701
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 128