Becoming A Pastor Theologian
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Author | : Gerald Hiestand |
Publisher | : Zondervan |
Total Pages | : 143 |
Release | : 2015-06-23 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 0310516994 |
Pastoral ministry today is often ruled by an emphasis on short-sighted goals, pragmatic results, and shallow thinking. Unfortunately, those in the academy tend to have the opposite problem, failing to connect theological study to the pressing issues facing the church today. Contemporary evangelicalism has lost sight of the inherent connection between pastoral leadership and theology. This results in theologically anemic churches, and ecclesial anemic theologies. Todd Wilson and Gerald Hiestand contend that among a younger generation of evangelical pastors and theologians, there is a growing appreciation for the native connection between theology and pastoral ministry. At the heart of this recovery of a theological vision for ministry is the re-emergence of the role of the "pastor theologian." The Pastor Theologian presents a taxonomy of the pastor-theologian and shows how individual pastors—given their unique calling and gift-set—can best embody this age-old vocation in the 21st century. They present three models that combine theological study and practical ministry to the church: The Local Theologian—a pastor theologian who ably services the theological needs of a local congregation. The Popular Theologian—a pastor theologian who writes theology to a wider lay audience. The Ecclesial Theologian—a pastor theologian who writes theology to other theologians and scholars. Raising the banner for the pastor as theologian, this book invites the emerging generation of theologians and pastors to reimagine the pastoral vocation along theological lines, and to identify with one of the above models of the pastor theologian.
Author | : Kevin J. Vanhoozer |
Publisher | : Brazos Press |
Total Pages | : 304 |
Release | : 2015-08-11 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1441245723 |
Many pastors today see themselves primarily as counselors, leaders, and motivators. Yet this often comes at the expense of the fundamental reality of the pastorate as a theological office. The most important role is to be a theologian mediating God to the people. The church needs pastors who can contextualize biblical wisdom in Christian living to help their congregations think theologically about all aspects of their lives, such as work, end-of-life decisions, political involvement, and entertainment choices. Drawing on the Bible, key figures from church history, and Christian theology, this book offers a clarion call for pastors to serve as public theologians in their congregations and communities. It is designed to be engaging reading for busy pastors and includes pastoral reflections on the theological task from twelve working pastors, including Kevin DeYoung and Cornelius Plantinga.
Author | : Derek J. Prime |
Publisher | : Moody Publishers |
Total Pages | : 266 |
Release | : 2013-09-17 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 0802490735 |
The ministry of pastors is not simply a job; it’s a vocation and a lifestyle. A pastor’s responsibilities are unique, demanding that he not only nurture his own spiritual life but also the lives of those in his care. What a challenge this can be! Derek Prime and Alistair Begg provide practical advice for both the spiritual and practical aspects of pastoral ministry. They delve deep into topics such as prayer, devotional habits, preaching, studying, and specific ministry duties. The result is an essential tool for those in pastoral ministry.
Author | : John Piper |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 0 |
Release | : 2011 |
Genre | : Clergy |
ISBN | : 9781844745418 |
Author | : Andrew Purves |
Publisher | : Westminster John Knox Press |
Total Pages | : 148 |
Release | : 2001-01-01 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 9780664222413 |
Purves proposes a thoughtful reading of early classical texts to provide insight into contemporary pastoral work.
Author | : Stanley Hauerwas |
Publisher | : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing |
Total Pages | : 305 |
Release | : 2015 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 0802871909 |
Author | : Paul Brewster |
Publisher | : B&H Publishing Group |
Total Pages | : 226 |
Release | : 2010 |
Genre | : Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | : 0805449825 |
A biography of English pastor Andrew Fuller (1754-1815) highlighting his method of relating doctrine to ministry. Book two of the Studies in Baptist Life & Thought series.
Author | : Bryan Loritts |
Publisher | : Moody Publishers |
Total Pages | : 263 |
Release | : 2014-03-26 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 0802491146 |
More than fifty years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. wrote his Letter from a Birmingham Jail. Much has transpired in the half-century since, and progress has been made in the issues that were close to Dr. King’s heart. Thankfully, the burning crosses, biting police dogs, and angry mobs of that day are long gone. But in their place, passivity has emerged. A passivity that must be addressed. That’s the aim of Letters to a Birmingham Jail. A collection of essays written by men of various ethnicities and ages, this book encourages us to pursue Christ exalting diversity. Each contribution recognizes that only the cross and empty tomb of Christ can bring true unity, and each notes that the gospel demands justice in all its forms. This was a truth that Dr. King fought and gave his life for, and this is a truth that these modern day "drum majors for justice" continue to beat.
Author | : David Murray |
Publisher | : Crossway |
Total Pages | : 183 |
Release | : 2017-03-16 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1433555212 |
"How did I get here?" These are the words of many Christian men on the brink of burnout or in the midst of breakdown. They are exhausted, depressed, anxious, stressed, and joyless. Their time is spent doing many good things, but their pace is unsustainable—lacking the rest, readjustment, and recalibration everyone needs on a regular basis. But there is good news: God has graciously provided a way for men to reset their lives at a more sustainable pace. Drawing on his own experiences—and time spent with other men who have also experienced burnout—pastor David Murray offers weary men hope for the future, helping them identify the warning signs of burnout and offering practical strategies for developing patterns that help them live a grace-paced life and reach the finish line with their joy intact.
Author | : Michael Lawrence |
Publisher | : Crossway |
Total Pages | : 233 |
Release | : 2010-04-01 |
Genre | : Religion |
ISBN | : 1433524635 |
Capitol Hill Baptist Church associate pastor Michael Lawrence contributes to the IXMarks series as he centers on the practical importance of biblical theology to ministry. He begins with an examination of a pastor's tools of the trade: exegesis and biblical and systematic theology. The book distinguishes between the power of narrative in biblical theology and the power of application in systematic theology, but also emphasizes the importance of their collaboration in ministry. Having laid the foundation for pastoral ministry, Lawrence uses the three tools to build a biblical theology, telling the entire story of the Bible from five different angles. He puts biblical theology to work in four areas: counseling, missions, caring for the poor, and church/state relations. Rich in application and practical insight, this book will equip pastors and church leaders to think, preach, and do ministry through the framework of biblical theology.