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Ministries of Mercy: The Call of the Jericho Road

Tim Keller (Author)

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Page Count: 236
Publisher: P&R Publishing
ISBN#: 9780875522173

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Description: This book builds a biblical foundation for works of service to the church and to the world at large. 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.

Mercy ministry is working to alleviate the burdens of another person, it is meeting their real or perceived needs through Gospel driven deeds. Mercy ministry is kingdom ministry. It incorporates all of the effects of the coming of the kingdom of God and thus is a visual, viable representation of the gospel of Jesus Christ, through whom all things are redeemed, first partially in the old covenant, then really and more fully in the new covenant, and finally and completely in the kingdom to come. This kingdom principle and God’s own pattern of "mercy ministry" can be traced throughout Scripture, beginning at creation and continued through these last days.

The incarnation of the Son of God is the most complete illustration of mercy that we are given in Scripture. Jesus Christ is the true Adam, who subdues all creation to God causing it to bear fruit for God’s glory; He is the great high priest who extends mercy and forgiveness to all in need; and he is the great deacon who identifies with and pours himself out in costly service to the poor. Through his preaching and miracles, Christ demonstrates how the kingdom of God restores all of creation and how the effects of sin are healed under His rule. The incarnation ultimately illustrates God’s mercy in that Christ humbles himself in many ways and to great depths in order to alleviate the burden of sin. Jesus Christ is described as being mighty in word and deed and we are called to follow him as our example.

In these last days, the church represents Christ to the world, following his preaching and example by working to heal all the effects of the fall, thereby manifesting the redemptive kingdom of God. The internalized reality of the gospel is the primary (original and foundational) motivation for Christians to show mercy. If we truly know and comprehend fully that we were enemies of God saved by mercy alone, we are both open and generous to the outcasts and unlovely. Christians are clearly called to follow Christ’s example in humble service by each of us setting aside ourselves and considering others first. Jesus clearly teaches in Matthew 25 that we will be judged not only based on our profession of faith but also on our deeds. The call to mercy is not only to the individual Christian, but to the church corporately. The church is called to show mercy through the calling of Deacons who are ordained to care for the needs of the people (this is one clear indication that mercy is not only suggested to but required of the church).

Tim Keller is a blessing to the church. We are using these principles in our own local church in Portland.

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Author: Pastor Abraham
July 5, 2008
TO
Please allow me to take just A few moments of your time to introduce myself, my Vision and our ministry with you. I am Pastor Abraham; I was born and raised in the remote Village. I don’t know about the Lord Jesus, because I belonging from Hindu orthodox family. The real God has touched my life, I accepted the Lord as my personal Savior. I left my Job and took His command "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved..." Mark 16:15-16.
The Lord has anointed me with His Holy Spirit. So I started sharing the good news and helping the poor and needy. I never look back because the Holy God has been leading us each and every movement. Praise the Lord. We are about participating in genuine and active Christian faith. We have been preaching the good news, reaching un-reached people and building their lives, families and relationships with Christ. We are a team of members that believes what the Bible says and are convinced that it is the answer for every age and need.
“FACT” is called by God to offer Him acceptable worship and to serve Him by establishing disciple making Churches that will engage in evangelization with the four-fold Gospel of Christ as Savior, Sanctifier, Healer, and coming King.
This Trust was recognized by the Government of INDIA. We have been sharing the Word of God and showing real love of Christ through our lives. God has given us this wonderful opportunity to share the love of Jesus Christ to many. Our prayer is that we can communicate the Good News effectively.
We have established 25 Churches in remote Villages, an average 50 to 60 believers have been attending in each Church. We are working with 25 committed and dedicated full time Pastors and Evangelists and have been working day and night to preaching the good news, harvesting the souls and helping the needy. Whose only desire is to tell others the good news of salvation through Jesus Christ; More than 600,000 towns and villages and a population of 1,014,003,817 present days in India. Approximately 83% live in rural, remote, and economically-depressed areas. More than one-third (334 million) are too poor to afford an adequate diet.
We believe without taking care of their physical needs it is not complete Gospel. And without perching the Gospel, the Social work is also not fulfills their spiritual needs. We have been doing this Holy stick Ministry. We are committed to preaching the word of God and helping poor and depressed people of this area. OUR PASSION IS TO HARVEST THE SOULS AND SHARE THE LOVE WITH OUR ACTION. At present we have been working in 4 Revenue Mandals in and around in Krishna District.
First we want to evangelize the Rural Villages of Andhra Pradesh, then the entire INDIA. We have been doing this by conducting personal evangelism conferences and crusades. We have committed to making tomorrow's leaders today. If you have the vision to save these souls, to reach the un-reached people and help these helpless people of INDIA, please come and join with this ministry to harvest souls in Rural Areas, to share your experiences, talents and efforts, and support through your hands for the glory of God. We are welcome you to join in our ministry. May God bless you. We are looking forward and hearing from you.
MY PERSONAL JOURNEY WITH GOD:I was born in Orthodox and devoted Hindu family. My parents had no children even after 20 years of their marriage life. I cannot describe how my parents were suffered. As for the Hindu customs, no family will invite them in any functions, which is not having the children. So after 20 years I was born. Because of this reason my parents loved me so much.
Whatever I wished they had been provided with over love. My parents were worshiping various Idols like Trees, Stones, Cows, Snakes, etc; my parents were purely depended and devoted to the idol worship. Regularly Morning and Evening they were spending most of their time with Evil worship and conducted several devotions in my house and temples. Every morning and evening they sat before the idols and spend several hours for Meditation.
One day was in my room, I have completed my bible reading and started my prayer. Suddenly my room was filled with flash lighting I am unable to see the things. I saw the word that was scrolling on the light “ To open their eyes, and to turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me” Acts.26:18. I was shocked and unable to speak any thing I have been seeing that light, that light was slowly despaired. Immediately I kneel downed and prayed to God.
We have group of believes and committed brother and Sister in the Lord they have been praying and joined with us and started this Ministry. Again I saw another word from the Bible “Matthew 28:19. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.” So from that day on ward we never look back, the God has been helping and protecting us in His mercy hands. Amen.
All our Brother and Sisters have been praying for the Guidance of the God for the formation of this Ministry. I saw the vision from 1 Corinthians 10:33. Even as I please all men in all things, not seeking mine won profit, but the profit of may that they may be saved. And Pslams.82:3 to 5. Defend the poor and fatherless: do justice to the affected and needy. Deliver the poor and needy: rid them out of the hand of the wicked. They know not, neither will they understand; they walk on in darkness: all the foundations of the earth are our of course.
Yours in Christ,
Abraham. Ch.
FACT.21-338/C, Bhaskarapuram. Machilipatnam - 521 001. Andhra Pradesh, I N D I A.
Please Visit: http://www.fact-india.org. factindia@gmail.com, factindia@aol.com.

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