the call of the Jericho road Keller, Timothy J. 1950- creator text bibliography nju Phillipsburg, N.J P & R Pub. 1997 2nd ed. monographic eng

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236 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm Some lay blame for poverty and need on oppression; others on laziness. Pastor Keller demonstrates that the biblical viewpoint is far more sophisticated than either extreme. He sets forth scriptural principles for mercy ministries, suggests practical steps to begin and persevere in active caring, and deals perceptively with thorny issues. Balanced and informative! Includes discussion questions. Prologue: The one who showed mercy -- Introduction: Who is my neighbor? -- Part 1: Principles -- The call to mercy -- The character of mercy -- The motivation for mercy -- Giving and keeping: A balanced lifestyle -- Church and world: A balanced focus -- Conditional and unconditional: balanced judgment -- Word and deed: A balanced testimony -- Part 2: Practice -- Getting started -- Preparing the church -- Mobilizing the church -- Expanding your vision -- Managing your ministry -- Mercy ministry and church growth -- Meeting needs Timothy J. Keller. Includes bibliographical references. Spiritual works of mercy Corporal works of mercy Church and social problems Church work with the poor Mercy Church and social problems Church work with the poor Corporal works of mercy Mercy Spiritual works of mercy BV4647.M4 K45 1997 253 0875522173 (pbk.) 9780875522173 (pbk.) 97019767 DLC 970516 20241203091404.0 ocm36954573 eng