Tag: Romans 12
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The Other Six Days: C7 – Priest
The Other Six Days Part Three – For the Life of the World: Chapter 7 - Priest There are three senses in which we carry out priestly acts as the priesthood of believers. “First there is the priestly ministry of access to God through worship and intercession.” Because we all have direct access to the…
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The Other Six Days: C6 – Leadership in the Bible
The Other Six Days Part Two – Summoned and Equipped by God: Chapter 6 – Ministry – Transcending Clericalism Leadership in the Bible "While the New Testament has no place for clergy as a separate category of believer, the Scripture has many references to leaders within God's laos." (145) Stevens notes that "leadership" is described…
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Theology and Economics: Priest, Prophet and King
Several passages in the New Testament list roles played by people within the Church. Passages like Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, or Ephesians 4 would be just a few examples. But search all you want; there are two positions you will not find listed as part of the Church: king and priest. Both of these…
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Theology and Economics: Having the Mind and Heart of God. (Part 2)
Jesus gave vivid images in Matthew 25 to describe what he expects of his followers between his ascension and his return: We are to have the mind and heart of God in everything we do. We are to care passionately about the things God cares about and act on those passions. Paul wrote regularly about…