or
Sign in to turn on 1-Click ordering.
 
 
More Buying Choices
24 used & new from £3.16

Have one to sell? Sell yours here
 
   
Good news to the poor: The Gospel Through Social Involvement
 
See larger image
 

Good news to the poor: The Gospel Through Social Involvement (Paperback)

by Tim Chester (Author)
No customer reviews yet. Be the first.
RRP: £9.99
Price: £6.46 & this item Delivered FREE in the UK with Super Saver Delivery. See details and conditions
You Save: £3.53 (35%)
o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o o
In stock.
Dispatched from and sold by Amazon.co.uk. Gift-wrap available.

Want guaranteed delivery by Tuesday, November 24? Choose Express delivery at checkout. See Details
19 new from £3.72 5 used from £3.16

Special Offers and Product Promotions


Frequently Bought Together

Good news to the poor: The Gospel Through Social Involvement + Walking with the Poor: Principles and Practices of Transformational Development Theology + Justice, Mercy and Humility: Integral Mission and the Poor
Price For All Three: £27.03

Show availability and delivery details


Customers Who Bought This Item Also Bought

Walking with the Poor: Principles and Practices of Transformational Development Theology

Walking with the Poor: Principles and Practices of Transformational Development Theology

by Bryant Myers
£11.58
Justice, Mercy and Humility: Integral Mission and the Poor

Justice, Mercy and Humility: Integral Mission and the Poor

by Tim Chester
£8.99
Total Church: A Radical Reshaping Around Gospel and Community

Total Church: A Radical Reshaping Around Gospel and Community

by Tim Chester
5.0 out of 5 stars (2)  £6.36
You can change: God's Transforming Power for Our Sinful Behaviour and Negative Emotions

You can change: God's Transforming Power for Our Sinful Behaviour and Negative Emotions

by Tim Chester
5.0 out of 5 stars (2)  £5.43
Ministries of Mercy: The Call of the Jericho Road

Ministries of Mercy: The Call of the Jericho Road

by Timothy J Keller
£7.95
Explore similar items

Product details


Product Description

Synopsis

Constructs an approach to social action that is shaped and inspired by the gospel.


From the Back Cover

How do we respond to the silent appeal in the dark eyes of the child in the charity catalogue, or the blanketed figure in the cold shop doorway? Should we share the gospel with them, or a bowl of soup? Throughout history, men and women such as Wilberforce and Shaftesbury, Carey and Booth have recognized a call to help the needy. Others have argued that our first task is evangelism, that Christians should not meddle in politics, that social action is a distraction. Do we serve Christ through preaching his Word, or should we use words only when necessary?

Tim Chester argues passionately that evangelism and social action are inseparable, as two arms of the church's mission. He presents a biblical case for truly evangelical social action, that is shaped and inspired by the gospel. He shows how social activity is a response to evangelism, a bridge and a partner to it. He urges conservatives not to marginalize those who uphold the cause of the oppressed, and those involved in social action not to neglect the preaching of the Word.

'A vital challenge to gospel people to follow in the footsteps of William Carey. Consistent, mission-minded evangelicals have always refused to choose between a commitment to gospel proclamation and an active concern for the poor. Tim Chester digs deep into the Bible to show us why both are vital, and what it means to be Christ's people in a world of need.'

Keith Walker, Director of SIM-UK/N. Europe

`This important, well-written book is a must-read for those looking for a way to integrate word and deed mission to advance God's purposes in our needy world.'

Tom Sine, author of 'Living on Purpose: Finding God's Best For Your Life'.


Suggested Tags from Similar Products

 (What's this?)
Be the first one to add a relevant tag (keyword that's strongly related to this product)
 

Your tags: Add your first tag
 

What Do Customers Ultimately Buy After Viewing This Item?


Customer Reviews


There are no customer reviews yet.
Video reviews
Video reviews
Amazon now allows customers to upload product video reviews. Use a webcam or video camera to record and upload reviews to Amazon.



Customer Discussions

This product's forum
Discussion Replies Latest Post
No discussions yet

Ask questions, Share opinions, Gain insight
Start a new discussion
Topic:
First post:
Prompts for sign-in
 


Active discussions in related forums
   
Related forums


Listmania!


Look for similar items by category


Look for similar items by subject


Feedback

Ad

Your Recent History

 (What's this?)

After viewing product detail pages or search results, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in.