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Book SynopsisA Festschrift in honour of Don Carson's 70th birthday. One of Don's greatest gifts has been his focus on mission. This collection edited by Richard Cunningham features some of the top theologians writing at their best about mission and the challenges facing the church.
Trade ReviewA valuable addition to any minister’s library and required reading for anyone serious about preaching the gospel today. * Evangelicals Now *
An excellent treatment of this and related issues [sola scriptura in vacua] can be found in Serving the Church, Reaching the World (edited by Richard Cunningham in honour of Don Carson’s 70th birthday). The chapters by Kirsten Birkett, Stefan Gustavsson, Jim Packer and Richard himself should be required reading in every Evangelical church in the country! -- Ranald Macaulay * Evangelicals Now Newspaper *
Table of ContentsForeword: Dick LucasPreface: Richard CunninghamPreaching that changes the Church: David JackmanSetting forth the truth plainly: Stefan GustavssonThe context of university evangelism: Tim (& Michael) KellerThe importance of systematic theology to the church: Jim PackerThe Silence of God: Bill EdgarWorld Mission (Doing Missions When Dying Is Gain): John PiperGospel Co-operation without compromise: John StevensIs God The Only Theologian: Mike OveyPersuasive Preaching: Richard CunninghamApologetics: Kirsty Birkett
