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Doing What The Bible Does, Karoline M. Lewis

Faculty Publications

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Concordia Seminary Magazine | Fall 2011, Paul Devantier

Concordia Seminary Magazine

C.F.W. Walther Bicentennial

Andrews Academy Offers Spiritual Journey, Steven Atkins

Lake Union Herald

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Notes For Lectures On Catechlsm, William H. T. Dau, James Melchsner

Notes for Lectures on Catechism by Professor William Dau

A mimeographed copy of Professor Dau's Notes for Lectures on Catechism was among my father's papers – Ernest Melchsner, St. Louis seminary class of 1922. Biblical texts from the New King James -Version have been added to the references.

With the assistance of Rev. Daniel Preus and the resource desk at Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN, It has been determined that the catechism referred to in these Notes was the German-English Schwan Catechism from 1912.

Some formatting has been added, i.e. dividing long sections into paragraphs to make It more readable. At times the other than English word phrases …

When We Needed The Church The Most, Michael Paradise

Lake Union Herald

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Answers From His Word, Keith Hackle

Lake Union Herald

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"Out Of The Box" Heartbeat Retreat Lecture Ii, Landon Brady Saunders

Landon Saunders Documents

Speech by Landon Saunders for the "Out of the Box" Heartbeat retreat held on July 22-24, 2011. Title indicates that this is lecture #2. Speech centers around the need to avoid church "insiderism" and have relationships with those outside church walls. Handwritten notes begin on the back of the last page and continue on subsequent pages.

Ecclesiastes And Work, Theology Of Work Project, Duane Garrett

Theology of Work Project

1. Introduction to Ecclesiastes
2. Working Under the Sun (Eccl 1:1-11)
3. Work is a Chasing After Wind (Eccl 1:12-6:9)
   • Achievement (Eccl 1:12-18)
   • Pleasure (Eccl 2:1-11)
   • Wisdom (Eccl 2:12-17)
   • Wealth (Eccl 2:18-26)
   • Timing (Eccl 3:1-4:6)
   • Friendship (Eccl 4:7-4:16)
   • Joy (Eccl 5:1-6:9)
4. There is No Way to Find Out What is Good to Do (Eccl 6:10-8:17)
5. There is No Way to Know What Comes Afterwards (Eccl 9:1-11:6)
6. A Poem on Youth and Old Age (Eccl 11:7-12:8)
7. Epilogue of Praise for the Teacher (Eccl 12:9-14)
8. Conclusions to Ecclesiastes

Matthew And Work, Theology Of Work Project, Jonathan Pennington, Alice Matthews

Theology of Work Project

1. Introduction to Matthew
   • The Kingdom of Heaven Has Come Near (Matthew)
2. Working as Citizens of God's Kingdom (Matthew 1-4)
   • Why Should We Listen to Jesus? (Matthew 1-2)
   • Jesus Calling (Matthew 3-4)
3. The Kingdom of Heaven at Work in Us (Matthew 5-7)
   • The Beatitudes (Matthew 5:1-12)
     • "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven" (Matthew 5:3)
     • "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted" (Matthew 5:4)
     • "Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth" (Matthew 5:5)
     • "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled" (Matthew 5:6) …

Book Review: No Stones: Women Redeemed From Sexual Addiction By Marnie C. Ferree (Intervarsity, 2010), Margaret English De Alminana

Selected Faculty Publications

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Book Review: Introducing Cultural Anthropology: A Christian Perspective By Brian M. Howell And Jenell Williams Paris, M. David Sills, Faye Stone

Great Commission Research Journal

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Dissertations And Theses Notices, Gary L. Mcintosh

Great Commission Research Journal

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Book Review: Taking Your Church To The Next Level: What Got You Here Won’T Get You There By Gary L. Mcintosh, Jeff Reynolds

Great Commission Research Journal

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Introduction, Alan Mcmahan

Great Commission Research Journal

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The Urban Legacy Of Twentieth Century Missiology, Jeff K. Walters

Great Commission Research Journal

In this “urban century,” it is sometimes easy to forget that urban work is not new to global missions. The purpose of this article is to review the work of four key twentieth century missiologists—Donald A. McGavran, Francis DuBose, Harvie Conn, and Roger Greenway— and consider their impact on the evangelism and missions in urban contexts. The article concludes with a brief analysis of their missiology and its application to twenty-first century missions strategy.

Book Review: The Next Wave: Empowering The Generation That Will Change Our World By David Wraight, R. Scott Pace

Great Commission Research Journal

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Book Review: Spiritual Leadership In A Secular Age: Building Bridges Instead Of Barriers By Edward H. Hammett, Lloyd W. Rodgers

Great Commission Research Journal

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Book Review: The Facilitator Era: Beyond Pioneer Church Multiplication By Tom Steffen, Matthew L. Pierce

Great Commission Research Journal

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Rethinking Urban Theology: A Critique For Moving Forward, Cory Wilson

Great Commission Research Journal

The last 300 years have witnessed the worldwide urban population jump from just two percent in 1700 to fifty percent at the turn of the twenty-first century. The Christian community has sought to adapt and respond to this current trend in the form of developing an urban theology. This article seeks to provide what is intended to be a helpful critique of some aspects of urban theology. Specific attention will be given to three aspects of urban theology that are in need of critique: urbanization, the gospel and social justice, and biblical theology. Following an analysis of these three areas, …

Saving The Church From The Sinner’S Prayer, Christopher R. Little

Great Commission Research Journal

The Sinner’s Prayer has become part and parcel of Western evangelistic methodology. Its historical derivation can be traced to American revivalist techniques. The prayer’s application in twenty-first century popular culture has added further obstacles to the process of making genuine disciples as Jesus is presented as a commodity to be consumed in order to achieve self-actualization. In this setting, the calls to count the cost of discipleship have been neglected, which has adversely affected the church. To reverse course, baptism should replace the prayer’s usage as an indication of one’s commitment to Christ, and disciple formation should incorporate the biblical …

The Mother Of All Challenges: Constant Change, Enormous Needs, But-For-God Impossible Difficulties, John Thompson

Great Commission Research Journal

Half of the population of the world lives in cities of one million or more. If we don’t reach and disciple from these masses, our future missionary and pastoral force will be diminished. The book Urban Impact is a trumpet call to muster our forces but also deals with the philosophy and practical principles that make any ministry in the city successful. Brandishing a practical writing style coupled with real life experiences, the author helps the reader understand the problems, burdens, joys, and powerful impact cities have on the rest of society.

How Should We Then Witness? A Plea For Reexamining Evangelical Evangelistic Practice In Light Of The Concept Of Worldview, Adam W. Greenway

Great Commission Research Journal

This article’s purpose is to explore the issue of evangelistic renewal within evangelicalism. Discussions concerning the decline of evangelism are ubiquitous, and many evangelicals have called for greater attention to discipleship and follow up as the prescription to this acknowledged malady. This essay argues that the more critical need is to intentionally factor the concept of worldview into the development of contemporary evangelistic strategies and methods to more effectively reach postmodern persons. The article commences with an exploration and definition of the concept of worldview itself. Of particular focus here is how worldview interplays with theology and praxis. A brief …

Book Review: Right Here, Right Now: Everyday Mission For Everyday People By Alan Hirsch And Lance Ford, Kevin Book-Satterlee

Great Commission Research Journal

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Judicatory Leadership And The Urban Challenge: A Wesleyan District Makes The Move, Richard E. Meeks

Great Commission Research Journal

Detroit, Michigan, finds itself listed in the “top ten” of our nation’s dead or dying cities. After a forty year absence, God is calling the Wesleyan Church back into this great city. This denomination’s East Michigan District is leading the way. The thrust of urban ministry is gaining momentum as church leaders commit to reaching the cities. Judicatory leaders must understand the challenges that come with the opportunities. Richard chronicles the East Michigan District’s journey and shares their experience and learning to assist others in making the move into church planting in a major city’s urban environment.

Book Review: Worship And Mission After Christendom By Alan And Eleanor Kreider, Karl Dahlfred

Great Commission Research Journal

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Pauline Spiritual Warfare: How A Warfare Mentality Shaped Paul’S Approach To Missions, Will Brooks

Great Commission Research Journal

Paul’s understanding of the condition of nonbelievers and his understanding of how Satan attacks believers is explained in this article. In support of this effort the biblical data is examined and lessons arising from the Pauline corpus in relation to these two issues are noted. Paul’s perspective on these two issues is explored as it relates to his missiological practice. The article, then, concludes with some contemporary applications of this study as they affect current missiological practices.

Church Planting: Looking Back, Looking Forward, Looking Up, Looking Out, David Stein

Great Commission Research Journal

Church planting is one of the most exciting endeavors one can be blessed with the opportunity in which to participate. C. Peter Wagner once called church planting the single most effective evangelistic strategy under heaven. After one studies, prepares, and gets out into the real world, however, one can find that not everything always goes as planned or as desired. This article will reflect on church planting from an experiential and biographical perspective as well as through interaction with other experts in the field via literature. The writer hopes the reader will find insight, value, and encouragement to apply to …

Book Review: A God-Sized Vision: Revival Stories That Stretch And Stir By Collin Hansen And John Woodbridge, Daryl C. Cornett

Great Commission Research Journal

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About The Great Commission Research Network, Alan Mcmahan

Great Commission Research Journal

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Book Review: Graceful Evangelism: Christian Witness In A Complex World By Frances S. Adeney, Laurie Fortunak Nichols

Great Commission Research Journal

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