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Gospel Ministry
'We are delicate and thin-skinned and wish all men to speak well of us, but we need to change our attitude if we intend to be disciples of Christ.' - Understanding the ministry of the church of Christ. There are two intended audiences for discourses on the Christian the pastor or elder who cares for the church, and his congregation who are called to willing and prayerful submission. In Gospel Ministry, a collection of nine sermons delivered in his fruitful later years, John Owen addresses both. - Invaluable teaching for all in the church of Christ. Whether expounding the role of the Holy Spirit in shaping the ministry, presenting the purposes of the church, savouring God's care of his people, or warning against being ashamed of the gospel, Owen's teaching is invaluable for any minister - or member - of the body of Christ. The text of this edition has been updated for the modern reader. This book is complemented by its companion volume, Gospel Life, which beautifully sets forth the foundational steps of faith in Christ, assurance, and humble walking with him.
- GenresEcclesiology
208 pages, Paperback
Published March 27, 2023
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John Owen
1,357 books413 followersJohn Owen was an English theologian and "was without doubt not only the greatest theologian of the English Puritan movement but also one of the greatest European Reformed theologians of his day, and quite possibly possessed the finest theological mind that England ever produced" ("Owen, John", in Biographical Dictionary of Evangelicals, p. 494)
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March 18, 2024
How can the pastor best serve his people? In Gospel Ministry, John Owen addresses the minister and members of the Church.
Owen begins with a basic call for ministers to not be ashamed of the Gospel. He goes in detail on Paul’s declaration in Romans 1:16. I was most moved to see that Paul is stating ownership of the Gospel, and that God is not ashamed of the work he does in the lives of his people.
Christ’s Pastoral Care
I was most interested to read how a minister represents Christ to his church: as a prophet (preacher), priest (interceder), and king (ruler). Owen then goes on to explain the beauty of worship in the church, with a surprising emphasis on serving each other with spiritual gifts. Owen elevates the congregation to have ministerial capacities as well, and it is indeed a beautiful picture of the bride of Christ.
The book concludes with a chapter on how Christ offers pastoral care to his church. Readers will be persuaded with Owen’s is optimism, and find encouraging refreshment. The church is championed, and Christ is exalted.
I received a media copy of Gospel Ministry and this is my honest review.
Owen begins with a basic call for ministers to not be ashamed of the Gospel. He goes in detail on Paul’s declaration in Romans 1:16. I was most moved to see that Paul is stating ownership of the Gospel, and that God is not ashamed of the work he does in the lives of his people.
Christ’s Pastoral Care
I was most interested to read how a minister represents Christ to his church: as a prophet (preacher), priest (interceder), and king (ruler). Owen then goes on to explain the beauty of worship in the church, with a surprising emphasis on serving each other with spiritual gifts. Owen elevates the congregation to have ministerial capacities as well, and it is indeed a beautiful picture of the bride of Christ.
The book concludes with a chapter on how Christ offers pastoral care to his church. Readers will be persuaded with Owen’s is optimism, and find encouraging refreshment. The church is championed, and Christ is exalted.
I received a media copy of Gospel Ministry and this is my honest review.
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