Standing with the Vulnerable: A Curriculum for Transforming Lives and Communities

by Gil Odendaal

The world has needs. Children are orphaned, refugees are displaced and families are devastated by natural disasters. But God is greater than those needs, and he works through his people to accomplish healing and transformation. God calls us to integral mission― obeying both the Great Commission and the Great Commandment in ministering to people's spiritual, physical, emotional and social well-being. This curriculum from World Relief is designed to mobilize the church to engage the great causes of our day, stand with the vulnerable and meet the needs of our neighbors as Jesus did. These ten sessions show how shaping our fundamental beliefs and values lead to better actions and results. Together we can alleviate poverty, welcome the stranger and transform communities at home and around the world. Join with others in learning how to love God, love your neighbors and put that love into action.

137 pages, Paperback

Published September 19, 2016

Reviews

[Tiffany Riegert · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book for beginners in community development biblically

[Michelle Kidwell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Standing with the Vulnerable

A Curriculum for Transforming Lives and Communities
by Gil Odendaal

InterVarsity Press

IVP Connect
Christian, Religion & Spirituality

Pub Date 02 Oct 2016

I was given a copy of Standing with the Vulnerable through thempublisher and their partnership with Netgalley in exchange for my honest review which is as follows:

Standing With the Vulnerable introduces us to then"tree curriculum" based in Africa and Asia.

The author points out we all have our strengths even if we have trouble seeing them sometimes.

This book would make a great addition to a churches study on Mission work and helping those less fortunate. The questions at the end of each chapter leave ample room for discussion.

I give Standing with the Vulnerable five out of five stars.

Happy Reading.