the theology and practice of Christian witness Stone, Bryan P. 1959- creator text bibliography miu Grand Rapids, Mich Brazos Press c2007 2007 monographic eng

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335 p. ; 23 cm. Introduction: reclaiming the e-word -- The "practice" of evangelism -- Is evangelism a practice? -- The story of the people of God -- Israel and the calling forth of a people -- The evangelistic significance of Jesus -- Apostolic evangelism and the genesis of the church -- Rival narratives, subverted evangelism -- The constantinian story -- The story of modernity -- The evangelizing community -- Evangelism and Ecclesia -- Evangelism as a practice of the Holy Spirit -- Context and conversion -- Evangelism as a virtuous practice -- Martyrdom and virtue -- Conclusion: evangelism before a watching world. Bryan P. Stone. Includes bibliographical references (p. 319-332) and index. Evangelistic work Evangelistic work History Witness bearing (Christianity) Missions BV3790 .S85 2007 269.2 Sto 2007 c.2 1587431947 (paperback) 9781587431944 (pbk.) 2006023654 http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0618/2006023654.html http://www.loc.gov/catdir/toc/ecip0618/2006023654.html DLC 150206 20260421132758.0 14457602