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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 253 EAN: 9780875522173 Edition: 2 Sub ISBN: 0875522173 Label: P & R Publishing Manufacturer: P & R Publishing Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 236 Publication Date: July 01, 1997 Publisher: P & R Publishing Studio: P & R Publishing Related Items:
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 Rating:  - a must readTim Keller does a great job laying out the biblical basis and practical insights for mercy ministries that's misunderstood and neglected in many evangelical churches. i recommend this book to every christian and also to those who are distressed about the poverty and human plight, injustice and oppression. Rating: - Real ChristianityKeller's book is an in-your-face account of what real Christianity is. For instance, "Christians must give sacrificially, until they lifestyle is lowered." is the first line of the overview of Chapter Four, which talks about "a balanced lifestyle." Every professing Christian should read and heed what Keller says in this book. It will confirm what they are professing is real of fake. Rating: - A Good Resource for a Missional ChurchThere's a lot of books out there on being missional. Most of them laud the theory of being missional. This one provides a good example (on a local and urban scale) of how to move toward being missional. Keller provides a strong theological case and some practical examples of how to live out ones faith. Rating: - Keller Hits a Homerun!!!Real religion is more than doctrinal orthodoxy; it has to do with how we show mercy in the same way that we have been shown mercy. The Parable of the Good Samaritan serves as our springboard into this study of the doctrine and practice of ministries of mercy. These two elements of doctrine and practice form the two pillars that serve as the outline of the book. Following a typical Pauline approach, the first half of the book sets forth the basic doctrinal foundation of Mercy Ministries. The latter ... Read More Rating: - Helpful teaching toolI use this book to lead a small group at my church. Keller does an excellent job breaking down the principles and then explaining how to apply the principles both individually and corporately. The teachings are very solid and trustworthy and Keller's focus on the need for balance (of word & deed, lifestyle choices, etc) is stressed throughout the book. 
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