The Christian Ministry

The Christian Ministry is a comprehensive guidebook written by the renowned American theologian and author, Lyman Abbott. The book explores the various aspects of Christian ministry, including its history, purpose, and challenges. The author delves into the role of the minister in the church and society, addressing issues such as ethical conduct, leadership, preaching, pastoral care, and community outreach.Abbott draws from his own experiences as a minister, as well as from the teachings of the Bible and other theological works, to provide practical advice and insights for aspiring and practicing ministers. He discusses the importance of spiritual growth and personal development for ministers, noting that they must first be grounded in their own faith before they can effectively serve others.The book also examines the changing nature of ministry in the modern world, including the impact of technology and globalization on the church and its mission. Abbott emphasizes the need for ministers to adapt to these changes while remaining true to the core values of Christianity.Overall, The Christian Ministry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the role of the minister in the church and society. It offers a thoughtful and insightful perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing Christian ministers today, and provides practical guidance for those seeking to serve in this important role.1905. Abbott's objective with this volume is to furnish some answer to the question of what induces half the population of the city of New York to set aside commercial pursuits and attend religious services every week; and to a consideration of the minister as priest and prophet. Contents: The Fundamental Faiths of the Ministry; The Function of the Ministry; The Authority of the Ministry; The Individual Message of the Ministry; The Social Message of the Ministry; The Minister as Priest; Qualifications for the Ministry; Some Ministers of the Olden Time; The Ministry of Jesus Christ: His Methods; The Ministry of Jesus Christ: The Substance of His Teaching. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.