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Ministries of Mercy: The Call of the Jericho Road Audiobook
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This book builds a biblical foundation for works of service to the church and to the world at large.
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"This was very helpful and good book. In my opinion this is a settling book on subjects that are very muddy. For years the church has wondered in the wilderness of confusion regarding mercy ministry. People have turned to extremes of Gnostic belief in the soul and liberal expressions of humanity. Neither are biblical versions of humanity. Hardly any have found out how to live the gospel in the context of great need. Dr. Keller puts forward a consistent solution to the problem of need in the view of the gospel. The book is very good gospel application and detailed analysis of mercy ministry in the local church. It gives you the whats whos and hows of mercy ministry. It shows both the needs of people and the Biblical response to that in need. This is all to the glory of God and to the benefit of needy people for the here and hereafter."
— Daniel (5 out of 5 stars)
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" The theoretical parts were especially helpful; the practical parts were very different from my context, so hard to figure out quite how to apply. "
— Daniel, 2/18/2014 -
" Lots of excellent content, but I found it hard-going and a bit dry. Much preferred Generous Justice. "
— Thomas, 2/16/2014 -
" Keller challenges us, asking some hard questions based on the parable of the Good Samaritan: who is my neighbor? How should I help him? Whose responsibility is it to help - mine, the church, both? As usual, Keller has written a book that you simply cannot ignore after having finished it. A very convicting, yet very practical book all Christians should read. "
— Andy, 2/15/2014 -
" honestly - one of the best books ever! "
— Skylerandbrandy, 1/31/2014 -
" Strikes a great balance between outlining the causes of poverty and hurt (both physical and spiritual) and how to minister to those in need of mercy. It also provides information relevant to the individual as well as the larger group/church, making it very useful. "
— Steve, 1/29/2014 -
" I started readint this book for a class at church and really was impressed by his strong biblical agrgument that all of us are charged to be merciful. The early chapters are a powerful look at the parable of the good Samaritan. The later chapters are a thoughtful how-to for expanding mercy ministries in your church. I got many new ideas that I must now run around in my head for awhile. "
— Margaret, 1/29/2014 -
" Wonderful book about the depth of mercy exercised by the Good Samaritan!!! "
— Donnis, 1/15/2014 -
" I had this book assigned to me as part of a Kingdom Justice class a few years ago and recently picked it up again as I realized my current pastor wrote it! It's very challenging, in prose and statement, but a must-read for me, at least. "
— Kristen, 1/3/2014 -
" Great, practical book on benevolence ministry. "
— Julia, 12/29/2013 -
" I really enjoyed this book... Primarily for the thought exercises it forced me to go through. "
— Rob, 12/18/2013 -
" Keller makes the Gospel the heart of mercy ministry- where it should be. The Gospel is the motivation by which we do mercy. If we are not motivated by the Gospel in our mercy, our mercy is not mercy but self interest. This book is excellent! "
— Dave, 11/21/2013 -
" Amazing depth of insight and thoroughness in how to approach and implement ministries of benevolence. "
— Andy, 10/16/2013 -
" read it but be prepared for a paradigm shift "
— Mark, 9/18/2013 -
" I really love this book and keep it nearby - the only reason I gave it 4 stars for me is that there is quite a bit that relates to churches - but it is a scriptural call to recognizing what my "Jericho road" is "
— Beckie, 8/29/2013 -
" Want to feel challenged about our call to minister to the poor? Is this optional as a Christian? I can only read a bit at a time, because I feel so convicted. "
— Jen, 7/23/2013 -
" if you really want to think about a gospel approach to mercy ministires. "
— Esther, 12/12/2012 -
" This book did a great job at showing that the Bible teaches that all Christians are called to be involved in mercy ministry. "
— Mike, 6/12/2012 -
" Challenging. Prayfully and thoughtfully written. "
— Stephie, 5/4/2012 -
" Life changing and paradigm altering. "
— Katie, 3/9/2012 -
" Excellent and challenging read. Great perspective. "
— Jay, 2/4/2012 -
" I can't speak highly enough about this book! Keller combines deep theological insight with lots of practical tips. Read it, read it, read it! More importantly, APPLY IT! "
— Gregory, 6/19/2011 -
" Thought provoking. It is challenging me in my faith! I like it...I think ;) "
— Chris, 5/25/2011 -
" The theoretical parts were especially helpful; the practical parts were very different from my context, so hard to figure out quite how to apply. "
— Dan, 5/1/2011 -
" Very good. Comprehensive, wise, and challenging. "
— carl, 3/10/2011 -
" Strikes a great balance between outlining the causes of poverty and hurt (both physical and spiritual) and how to minister to those in need of mercy. It also provides information relevant to the individual as well as the larger group/church, making it very useful. "
— Steve, 2/12/2011 -
" First half - really good, answers a lot of common questions with balanced theology. One major hole - maybe answered by new book, "Generous Justice"?<br/><br/>Second half - extremely practical and aimed for a Western, developed country. Not sure how useful it would be in another context. "
— Henry, 1/20/2011 -
" Keller makes the Gospel the heart of mercy ministry- where it should be. The Gospel is the motivation by which we do mercy. If we are not motivated by the Gospel in our mercy, our mercy is not mercy but self interest. This book is excellent! "
— Dave, 1/17/2011 -
" This was an excellent book on mercy ministry. I have the second edition, with the white cover. Keller gives us a balanced take on mercy. Some of his applications lean too heavily on church bureaucracy, in my thinking, when they rather should be organic, but one has to start somewhere. "
— A., 10/28/2010 -
" I can't speak highly enough about this book! Keller combines deep theological insight with lots of practical tips. Read it, read it, read it! More importantly, APPLY IT! "
— Gregory, 9/30/2010 -
" I really enjoyed this book... Primarily for the thought exercises it forced me to go through. "
— Rob, 9/17/2010 -
" read it but be prepared for a paradigm shift "
— Mark, 9/14/2010 -
" Changed my life. <br/>More to come. "
— jun, 4/28/2010 -
" Wonderful book about the depth of mercy exercised by the Good Samaritan!!! "
— Donnis, 1/15/2010 -
" Life changing and paradigm altering. "
— Katie, 9/16/2009
About Timothy Keller
Timothy Keller is the founder and senior pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church in New York City and author of numerous books, including the New York Times bestseller The Reason for God. He has mentored young urban church planters and pastors in New York and other cities through Redeemer City to City, which has helped launch more than 300 new churches around the globe.
About Sean Runnette
Sean Runnette, an Earphones Award–winning narrator, has also directed and produced more than two hundred audiobooks, including several Audie Award winners. He is a member of the American Repertory Theater company and has toured the United States and internationally with ART and Mabou Mines. His television and film appearances include Two If by Sea, Cop Land, Sex and the City, Law & Order, the award-winning film Easter, and numerous commercials.