...LIBERTY UNIVERSITY BAPTIST THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY Book Review: The Great Commission to Worship Submitted to Dr. Austin Tucker / Instructor of Practical Studies in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the completion of EVAN525 – D20 Contemporary Evangelism by Richard Dennis November 17, 2014 In their book The Great Commission to Worship: Biblical Principles for Worship-Based Evangelism, authors David Wheeler and Vernon Whaley contribute their respective expertise in evangelism and worship in an attempt to synthesize the two categories by showing each fundamental imperative of the Christian disciple to be integral to and an outflow of the other. The impetus for evangelism par excellence is the “great commission” found in Matt 28:19-20, while the “greatest commandment” is described as providing the fundamental basis of the nature of and motivation to worship: “‘Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.’” (Matt 22:37-40, ASV) The authors argue that evangelism is a natural outflow of fulfilling the second part of Jesus’ instructions: ‘Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself…’” God is love and desires relationship with and flourishing growth for his children of “all the nations.” Therefore, we can never rightly see worship as merely something else we do. once a week. Wheeler emphatically asserts that worship is obedience in all aspects of life and part of being obedient is fulfilling God’s will that...
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...sacrificial work on the cross, the most significant thing our Lord did upon the earth was to make disciples. Our Lord had written no books, He had built no organization; there were no physical structures or monuments left to commemorate Him. He had placed the future of His earthly work entirely in the hands of His disciples. Had they failed there task, humanly speaking the church of Jesus Christ would not exist today. In the last decade, discipleship had become a popular subject in Christian circles. The great difficulty is that when we use this term we frequently mean something entirely different from that denoted by the biblical terms. For instance, we hear talk about discipling others or being discipled. People go to their Pastors and ask to be discipled just like Paul discipled Timothy. Now the question is just how did Paul discipled Timothy? This is precisely the problem. We almost completely fail to grasp the biblical concept (primitive) of discipleship. Questions are been raised to the fact that discipleship concept lacks clarity of what it means, how it is done and the likes of it. This study however, is an exploration into Christian discipleship. Its primary aim is to compare and contrast the primitive and modern approach to discipleship. While the secondary aim is to establish what lessons can be learnt in this modern times, applying primitive styles to disciple believers today. These ends will be pursued by looking into what the modern day approach has missed...
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...the quality, requirements, demands and sacrifices in order to become a disciple of God and the nature of the relationship shared between God and his disciples, “Disciples are those who believe in Christ and stand in a personal relationship to him as their Lord.” The definition of disciple is pupil – someone who learns from a teacher. Disciple is used in the bible to refer to the 12 disciples of Jesus. FG- disciples is someone who has responded in faith to Jesus. “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” This is supported by Smalley, ‘Certainly the FG is a Gospel for Christian disciples. The Christ of St John invites people not only to live, but also to go on living in him.” Opinion: I agree because bible states every human being is called to be a disciple (vocation) and relationship is full of faith and love however this loving relationship was severed when humans disobeyed God. Jesus was the first disciple who came to restore the severed relationship with God and his people (redemption) and appreciated the sacrifices he must give in order to reach this, “For the son of man…must suffer many things and be rejected by this generation.” (Luke). The world will be judged by its response to the person and work of Christ, “Whoever believes in him is not condemned.” FG highlights the ‘nature of the relationship beween Son and the Father must be mirrored by the relationship of the disciples to Christ.’ Showing it’s concerned primarily with the relationship between...
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...LIBERTY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF DIVINITY Writing Assignment 1 – Christ in Discipleship Submitted to Dr. Gary Waller in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the completion of DSMN 500 – B03 Discipleship Ministries by David J. Miller May 29, 2016 Centrality of Christ in Christian discipleship Christian discipleship is to follow Jesus, to be his disciple, doesn’t mean community involvement and the veneer of tolerance. It means, mainly, first and central, to worship him — with joy at the heart. Making disciples of Jesus means gathering his worshipers. Discipleship starts with the heart, it is to have Christ at the center, to have His love, His Holy Spirit fill you, and guide you. To have Christ as the centrality of Christian Discipleship is the most important thing. The Apostle Paul describes it best in Colossians 3:1-11. “If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is your life appears, then you also will appear with him in glory. Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. On account of these the wrath of God is coming. In these you too once walked, when you were living in them. But now you must put them all away: anger, wrath...
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...Black Organized Crime in Chicago Organized crime in Chicago has been around for many years. From the days of the Chicago Outfit with Al Capone in the 1930s to Larry Hoover and the Gangster Disciples, organized crime has been the source for well known criminals and organized leaders to provide a way to generate income, gain respect, and obtain power and control. Since the era of the Italian mob, groups such as the Gangster Disciples and Black Mafia have taken over organized crime in the City of Chicago. Most of these organized crime groups started out as street gangs. However, by studying crime bosses like Al Capone and John Gotti, these groups have emerged to the level where they can be considered organized crime (Lindberg & Petrenko, 1998). Gangster Disciples and Black Mafia There is no secret that African American and other minorities in syndicated vice and crime followed the decline of traditional Italian American organized crime groups. African Americans have always been part of organized crime in Chicago. They controlled gambling, prostitution, and drug trafficking in black areas. Many African American organized crime leaders have gotten their start by imitating what they have seen and observed in the Italian mob bosses. Although many African American gang organizations began to participate more in their own organized crime ventures, they still lacked the necessary political associations and organizational skills necessary to participate in criminal activity...
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...“Creating Disciples: The Transformation of Employees into Trainers” By Harry J. Martin* and Mary W. Hrivnak Elena Rozkov Human Resources Training and Development April 12, 2012 MGMT 3060 CREATING DISCIPLES: THE TRANSFORMATION OF EMPLOYEES INTO TRAINERS 1 After our class discussion and reading article “Creating Disciples” again, I have a better understanding of the process and importance of the training program, which is designed for developing and supporting employee trainers, but I still cannot completely agree with the authors’ model. Martin & Hrivnak (pg.614) are talking about turning novice employees into trainers if this employee feels strongly enough about the idea to volunteer to teach other employees. But they are not talking about rewards, recognitions or promotions. According to Martin & Hrivnak (2009) an organization has to follow the “why” and “how” approach, and needs to understand the benefits and disadvantages between hiring an insider or an outsider to train others. Deciding which trainer to choose depends on the objectives of the program and how valuable they will be for an organization. By turning employees into disciple trainers will benefit the company in many ways. The insiders are cost-effective for the company. Also, training process can be easier because trainers will be accepted by their peers, which will lead to a comfortable work environment. Trainers can relate to other employees because they are already in the...
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...essential activity of Christian ministry is a critic alone. The drive can be to simply educate about the Bible in a Christian setting, to drive spiritual foundation or to nurture discipleship of Jesus Christ. What is really important is to establish what really separates these theories or whether there is significant similarity. While many answers about education have been developed and published by nonspiritual authors, finding answers in the Christian setting require a rather different considerations as the spiritual aspect is a part. God is difficult to comprehend in scientific evaluation, however we can evaluate answers to the quest for an answer based on what Scripture teaches. In Chapter 1 of our text Mitchell states “Jesus expected his disciples to follow him, experience life change, and participate in something remarkable” (p 3). So in order to evaluate the statement “The essential activity of Christian ministry” we much follow his directions and lead as Jesus did. Education, Discipleship and Spiritual Formation Three terms need definition for the further discussion: education, discipleship and spiritual formation. Education In his book, Mitchell provides his answer to the question “What Is Christian Education?” with...
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...Employees are a company’s most valuable resource. Management has expectations for the employees to meet workplace standards of behavior and performance. This may include (and not limited too): following workplace rules and practices, accepting job assignments, working well with other employees, or even coming into work in time. When management expectations are not met, the need for disciplinary acts arises. However, sometimes management delays or does take disciplinary action. This can lead into improper discipline, grievances, or wrongful termination. If proper discipline is used, a positive impact such as early employee resolution can occur. In the end, management disciplinary actions can create positive or negative on employee relations. Why do we discipline employees? A traditional view approach to discipline is to punish employees for violating rules. Discipline, however, is not meant to punish but to change employees deficient behavior by effectuate a positive change. Aren’t we all adults and can follow rules? We are all human, and as humans we choose what to do or not to do. When we choose not to follow rules, reinforce standards take place. Management wants to ensure Strong standards of conduct and help employees better their behavior and performance and keep employees from engaging in improper or deficiency behavior. Management who is seen as unfair by their employees when disciplining may be just ineffective. If management is being ineffective, then they may...
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...DISCIPLE MAKING PLAN ___________________ A Paper Presented to Dr. William J. Higley Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary ___________________ In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Course DSMN 500 Discipleship Ministries ___________________ by Cynethia Gillispie March 2016 Table of Contents Introduction………………………………………………………………………….…………….3 Vision……………………………………………………………………….……………………..3 Values………………………………………………………………………………………...…...4 Views……………………………………………………………………….……………………..5 Vehicles………………………………………...…………………………….……………………7 Verifiers…………………………………………………………………….……………………10 Conclusion……………………………………………………………………….………..……..11 Bibliography………………………………………………………...…….……………………..12 Introduction Winning souls for Christ is more than lip service; it is action. My local church is known as “The Family Place.” Even as God created man out of a desire for a family, we win souls for Christ, then we share the love of family with them so that they remain rooted and grounded in Him. By embracing each person as a part of our family, we are able to build relationships that last a lifetime. In order to improve upon our church’s plan to develop disciples for Jesus Christ, the following disciple making plan will be presented to the senior leadership. This plan will include an in-depth evaluation of our vision, values, views, vehicles, and verifiers. This action plan will revitalize our evangelistic ministry by explaining the importance of each phase...
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...Reverend Jerry Farwell referred to his evangelical university as “Bible Boot Camp” in The Unlikely Disciple: A Sinners Semester at America’s Holiest University, signifying the rigorous training milieu of Liberty University. Throughout the book, the relevance of Rev. Farwell’s rearticulation transcended arduous inference, as I noticed several correlations between author Kevin Roose’s experience at Liberty University, and actual military boot camp. Beyond his introduction to Rev. Falwell’s boot camp ---analogy, Roose paralleled similar constructs of those who alternate between vastly disparate cultures, such as members of the military experience as they transition from and back to civilians. Under this context, I found greater applicability of the theories of intercultural and cross-cultural...
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...Contemporary Disciples: Mother Teresa Description Mother Teresa is most known for serving the poor and destitute. Mother Teresa was a Roman Catholic nun. She founded the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, India. Missionaries of Charity was a facility where poor people who were dying in the streets were brought and taken care of. Mother Teresa originally taught at St. Mary’s High School from 1931 to 1948 where she often saw the condition of poor people that deeply impacted her and made her want to serve the destitute. From 1948, Mother Teresa left the convent school to take on the task of helping poor slum dwellers in Calcutta. She started an open-air school for children from slums where she was joined by volunteers. Mother Teresa also learnt basic medical techniques as she realized the lack of basic facilities for the poor. She used the basic medical techniques she knew to help the poor who were unable to afford medication. Mother Teresa helped everyone. In 1980, she opened homes for people who had no one to look after them. These people included people suffering from incurable diseases, prostitutes, drug addicts as well as orphans. In 1985, Mother Teresa established a centre for people suffering from AIDS where thousands of patients were provided shelter. Interpretation Mother Teresa wanted to spread the word of love and compassion to the whole world. This is the reason why she made the decision to become a catholic nun. Mother Teresa now stands as the icon of peace...
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...Disciple Making Plan HEBRON BAPTIST CHURCH __ A Paper Presented to Dr. Douglas White Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary __________________ In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for DSMN 500: Discipleship Ministries __________________ by Timothy Taylor #177780 October 15, 2015 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION……………………….………………………………………………2 VISION…………………………………………………………………..………………3 VALUES…………………………………………………..…………………………….4 VIEWS………………………………………………….…………………….…….……6 VEHICLES………………………………………………………………………………6 VERIFIERS…………………………………………………………………………….14 CONCLUSION…………………………………………………………………………17 BIBLIOGRAHY…………………………………………………………………..……20 Introduction As I prepare the Disciple Making Plan for Hebron Baptist Church I have had time to reflect on the desires of the congregation and listen to the voice of God as He has spoke to my spirit. My current status has been encouraging, as we have shifted from being a reactive ministry to a proactive ministry. At this time I am presently in my 10th year as pastor of a church in an urban area of Brooklyn, N.Y, My first 8 years very little in the way of discipleship was accomplished as our building was old and the congregation was already small and began diminishing though relocation and death. Our efforts at discipleship were further hampered after in my 3rd year we experienced a major collapse in part of our building. Over the next 5 years the concentration of the church was on our building. Every bit...
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...The chapter starts out by talking about “conventional wisdom” , and although it is not always true, people tend to believe it, changing one's interest and goals. The corporate pyramid and how business is set up and ran is also analyzed. These two topics lead to the answer of “Why Do Drug Dealers Still Live With Their Moms?” Levitt explains this by using the example of the “Black Disciples Gang”, which is basically a drug selling organization. The Black Disciples Gang is structured like a corporate pyramid, with very few individuals at the top earning the majority of the money, and many low level workers who take up arduous jobs in order to support the individuals at the top, even though they receive very little payment for the amount of work...
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...One important message to disciples of perfectionism is that perfectionism will not only hurt them but also the people around them. Hence the need to overcome it. The result of this is that because perfectionists are afraid of failing, they will most of the time refuse to act or give their lives a meaning. Now to make matters worse, as they gradually sink into the ocean of low self-esteem, they procrastinate and never do anything. Furthermore, if they even muster enough courage to do something, they never are satisfied with their achievements or results. As you have read, perfectionists are prone to having low self-esteem because they always rate themselves not to be up to standard. How you can overcome your perfectionist tendencies is simple....
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...Summary from Chapter 1- 3: This book "Disciple Making is" is certainly a good directive and fundamental book for disciple making. Introduction itself gives what this book meant for, "the great commission is God's will for your life" is the directive for those who suffer for finding God's will in their life and a anchor point too. Chapter one "Discovering an Organizing Principle," leads to find a purpose of each life of a believer in body of Christ "you are created by God to bring Him glory."(Page 13) In respectively it gives 5 steps. Dempsey brings the point of principal and discussed vividly with Salvation, Spiritual growth, Serving, Suffering and Bear Much fruit which is centralized with God's glory as he states "God's will for you and God's glory are inextricably linked."(Page 16) It gives some direction for a person who is in total jeopardy to where to start. Chapter two "Beginning on a Sure Foundation," after fulfilling the primary goal of what a believer is and what a believer meant to the ground is shifted up to foundations. He clearly states as " a biblical foundation for disciple making within the local church," (page 21) and focused on two things examine the scriptures and the characteristics of a first-century disciples. It starts with some clarities of what a disciple is someone, 1. The cost, 2. Committed to Christ, 3. Carry his/her individual burden for Christ, 4. Willingness to give up, 5. Continues in God's and experiences, 6. Genuinely loves, 7. Abides in Christ...
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