"Newly revised edition with newly formulated guidelines for discernment." Includes bibliographical references (pages 131-146). "Newly revised edition with newly formulated guidelines for discernment."
Contents:
CALL -- What is "call" for the Christian? -- Call to ministry DISCERNMENT -- What is discernment? -- What conditions help discern God's call? -- Is it God we are hearing? COMMUNITY -- Why is Christian community important in discerning God's call? -- The value of a discernment group -- Supporting the ministries of others -- Accountability for ministries -- Hearts to listen APPENDICES OF PRACTICAL SIGGESTIONS -- Guidelines for discernment groups -- Types of questions to raise when serving in discernment groups -- Suggestions for recognizing and encouraging ministries -- Informal history of the project and the research methods used
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