In this motivational and highly practical book, Timothy Keller shows how caring for those in need is the duty of every believer – as fundamental to Christian living as evangelism, discipleship and worship. But he doesn’t stop there. He sets out an array of tried-and-tested measures that will encourage and equip Christians of all persuasions to become more committed and more effective in carrying out this vital ministry.
Contents
Prologue: The One Who Showed Mercy
PART 1: PRINCIPLES
1. The Call to Mercy
2. The Character of Mercy
3. The Motivation for Mercy
4. Giving and Keeping: A Balanced Lifestyle
5. Church and World: A Balanced Focus
6. Conditional and Unconditional: A Balanced Judgment
7. Word and Deed: A Balanced Testimony
PART 2: PRACTICE
8. Getting Started
9. Preparing the Church
10. Mobilizing the Church
11. Expanding Your Vision
12. Managing Your Ministry
13. Mercy Ministry and Church Growth
14. Meeting Needs
Про автора
Timothy Keller is Chairman of Redeemer City to City and founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church, New York City. He is the author of numerous bestselling books, including The Reason for God: Belief in an age of scepticism (Hodder, 2009).