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, 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 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.
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'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 * Endorsement * '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 * Endorsement *
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Tim Chester argues passionately that evangelism and social action are inseparable as two arms of the church's mission.
Acknowledgments
Introduction
1. The case for social involvement
2. More than a private faith
3. The case for evangelizing the poor
4. Social involvement and proclamation
5. Social involvement and the kingdom of God
6. Good news to the poor
Land of milk and honey by Stewart Henderson
7. Good news to the rich
8. Welcoming the excluded
9. Strengthening the weak
10. Following the crucified Lord
11. Can we make a difference?
Jesus, Jewel of the Poor by Stewart Henderson
Further reading
Select bibliography
Subject and name index
Scripture index
Tim Chester is a senior faculty member of Crosslands in the UK. He leads on Doctrine, Pastoral Studies and Advanced Biblical Studies for Crosslands Seminary and oversees the Crosslands Foundation curriculum. Tim has written over 50 books including, You Can Change, A Meal with Jesus and Enjoying God.
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