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The Ecclesiological Implications Of The Priesthood Of All Believers, Alan Parker
The Ecclesiological Implications Of The Priesthood Of All Believers, Alan Parker
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The Protestant Reformation encouraged the "priesthood of all believers" but how does that concept impact the local church in the Seventh-day Adventist denomination? The lack of a clear ecclesiology has hampered the growth and effectiveness of Adventism. Both Exodus 19:6 and 1 Peter 2:9 provide a theological hermeneutic for how to reframe our ecclesiology in a way consistent with the Protestant principle of every believer serving as a priest. Priests are teachers, holy representatives, and mediators. The practical implications of these three aspects are examined. Luther's struggle with papal power structures are examined in the light of his radical understanding …
Redemption, Michael E. Cafferky
Redemption, Michael E. Cafferky
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This article reviews the biblical concept of redemption and explores its implications for business practice.
Editor’S Perspective: The Time Value Of Morality, Michael E. Cafferky
Editor’S Perspective: The Time Value Of Morality, Michael E. Cafferky
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This article presents the ancient Hebrew idea of Wisdom and its implications for contemporary business.
Editor’S Perspective: The Sacredness Of The Marketplace, Michael E. Cafferky
Editor’S Perspective: The Sacredness Of The Marketplace, Michael E. Cafferky
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This article presents ideas from the ancient Hebrew concept of holiness and its relevance for contemporary business. It explores the thesis that the marketplace is sacred.