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By Wayne A. Mack (Writer, lecturer) and David Swavely (PCA pastor)
This book introduces us to the meaning of church membership, the traits of a good church, and how we are to function as parts of the body. It includes practical discussions on church leadership, male and female roles, worship, spiritual gifts, confrontation, unity, and prayer.
Publisher: P&R | ISBN#: 978-1-59638-034-9
By Wayne Mack
Should you commit yourself to membership in a local church? Isn’t just being a Christian enough? Anyhow, where does the Bible say that we have to become members of a church…why can’t I just attend and get involved?
These are very important questions that demand an answer, especially in the “casual age” that we’re living in. Dr. Wayne Mack brings his years of experience as a Bible teacher, pastor and counselor to this very controversial topic. His answers are straightforward and clear: “Yes!” You must become a church member if you’re to be obedient to Our Lord Jesus Christ and the clear teaching of the New Testament. “No!” Being a “lone wolf” Christian is not enough, per se; you must join with a local body of believers in a church that teaches sound doctrine. No! You cannot just “attend and get involved” without the benefit of church membership; you must have church elders that can guide you, and that you must submit to. Dr. Mack thus argues conclusively and clearly for church membership.
Publisher: Calvary Press | ISBN-10: 1879737574
By Joshua Harris
Putting in their hour or two on the weekend, many Christians take the rest of the week off, neglecting the church and her needs. It's not a serious relationship. Some shop around, looking for a church that suits their lifestyle. It's dating, with no assurances, no obligations. Bestselling author Joshua Harris calls Christians to stop playing the field and commit, just as Christ is committed to us, His bride. In his new book, Harris explores the ramifications of Ephesians 5:25-32, which proclaims the intensity and the breadth of Jesus Christ's love for His church. God has designed us to build our lives around a local church; we cannot be indifferent or uninvolved. Rather, we must be in love with and committed to God's plan and purpose through the church. Are you dating the church, or are you committed?
Publisher: Multnomah | ISBN-10:1590523652
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