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Cómo podemos ser testigos fieles de Cristo en un contexto poscristiano - Christianity Today en español
Debemos transmitir la verdad del Evangelio con respeto y estableciendo relaciones. Los tiempos han cambiado mucho desde que me convertí en cristiano hace cincuenta años. En Estados Unidos, donde vivo, la fe cristiana, que en otro momento habría sido percibida o estimada como un equipo local, pasó a ser el equipo visitante, y hasta quizás el equipo rival que es recibido con abucheos.
What Is Dispensationalism? Its Distinctives, Contributions & Possible Pitfalls
Share FacebookXLinkedInRedditEmail Dispensationalism is a theological approach to reading the Bible that emphasizes the various administrative ways God has managed the plan of salvation for restoring humanity into a healthy relationship with God through Christ. At its core, dispensationalism is a theology of the kingdom tied to the biblical covenants and their administration.
How to Witness Well in Post-Christian America
We must engage the truth of the gospel with relationship and respect. Times have changed significantly in my 50 years as a believer. Here in the United States, the perception and position of the Christian faith has flipped from seemingly being the home team to being the visitors instead, even perhaps the rivals met with booing. Some survey data suggests the decline in U.S. Christianity may be leveling off, but that's after a significant drop.
Truth In A Culture Of Doubt
Truth In A Culture Of Doubt By Andreas J. Köstenberger, Darrell L. Bock, and Josh Chatrawn Summary: Truth in a Culture of Doubt takes a closer look at the key arguments skeptical scholars such as Bart Ehrman keep repeating in radio interviews, debates, and in his their popular writings. If you are looking for insightful responses to critical arguments from a biblical perspective, easily accessible and thoughtfully presented, this book is for you.
Darrell Bock on Israel’s Role in the Land Promise
Abstract: In this essay, Darrell Bock discusses the nuanced understanding of God’s land promise to Israel. He highlights that the New Testament doesn’t dismiss the promise to Israel but contextualizes it within a larger narrative of inclusion and reconciliation among nations. The promise is rooted in God’s commitment to Abraham and extends to encompass a broader divine blessing through Christ, the ultimate seed of Abraham.
How to Be a Patriotic Christian
"Rich Mouw's reflection on Christian faith, patriotism, and citizenship is essential reading for our times from one of the wisest and kindest voices around." "As I read How to Be a Patriotic Christian, one word kept coming to me: wisdom. Our civic life requires wisdom, and this book by Richard Mouw helps to supply it page after page. The balance in this book and its tone help show the way to be a good loving Christian and a good citizen at the same time.
We Need to Reset the Rules of Cultural Engagement
Editor’s Note: This article is the start of a new monthly series on CT Pastors, called “Places and Spaces,” by New Testament Scholar and thought leader Darrell Bock that addresses the rapidly changing contexts—the places and spaces—in which the church, especially in the West, finds itself in the 21st century. The series is inspired by his most recent book Cultural Intelligence: Living for God in a Diverse, Pluralistic World.
We Need to Reset the Rules of Cultural Engagement
Editor’s Note: This article is the start of a new monthly series on CT Pastors, called “Places and Spaces,” by New Testament Scholar and thought leader Darrell Bock that addresses the rapidly changing contexts—the places and spaces—in which the church, especially in the West, finds itself in the 21st century. The series is inspired by his most recent book Cultural Intelligence: Living for God in a Diverse, Pluralistic World.
The Liturgy of Politics
"This is a clear-eyed look at the forces of spiritual formation inside and outside of church—and the political discipleship that American Christians too often accept without thinking about it.
For God So Loved the World - B&H Academic
Overview Scripture captivates us by describing a people from “every nation, tribe, people, and language.” In pursuit of this kingdom vision, Christians have not always navigated America’s turbulent racial history in ways that honor others and glorify God. In For God So Loved the World, Dayton Hartman and Walter Strickland provide a blueprint for a better way, an invitation to Christ-centered diversity that is both descriptive and constructive.
Ephesians (Tyndale New Testament Commentary)
Publisher: IVP ISBN: 978-1-78359-894-6 Pages: 240 Price: £14.99 Buy this book » Book Review Whenever a new commentary is published from the conservative viewpoint on a book of the Bible which is already well covered, there ought to be few issues of concern because there is so much literature with which to compare it. Practically speaking, I found the book’s layout useful, with chapters divided into ‘context’, ‘comment’, and ‘theology’ sections.
Living Sacrifice
Spiritual Life Oct 2, 2019 The Great Expectation Dr. Joe Stowell speaks about living to magnify Christ and making it the one and only expectation of believers, regardless of where God plants or who is around. Chapel Jul 22, 2015 The Elder Son Dr. Charles Baylis, Professor of Bible Exposition, looks at the parable of the Lost Son and points out it is not our personal accomplishments, but where we stand with God, that...
NET Bible Enters New Phase of Print Publication
on November 4th, 2019 in Campus News Thomas Nelson Bibles, in partnership with Bible.org/Biblical Studies Press, announced the release of the New English Translation Bible (NET), the newest complete translation of the original biblical languages into English. The planning and online publication of the New English Translation started in 1995, when a team of more than twenty-five of the world’s foremost biblical scholars led by W. Hall Harris (ThM, 1978), Daniel B.
Reflection of the Truth
on November 1st, 2019 in Bible Beholding the Word of God is like looking in a mirror. We see two things: We understand what God is like, and unfortunately, we also find out more about ourselves and our desires. God did not give us His Word for our affirmation and reinforcement. Instead, Scripture should motivate us to change, and one of the changes it tells us we need to make is to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him (Matt 16:24; Mark 8:34; Luke 9:23).
Discover Joy in Work
We are meant to experience joy in our work. But many of us struggle to find a sense of purpose or fulfillment in what we do. Is it possible for us to truly flourish in our work? Business executive Shundrawn Thomas reveals how work is intended to produce lasting value and should be meaningful and productive. A healthy attitude toward work and the workplace requires intentionality and effort.
EPA Honors Dallas Theological Seminary
on April 18th, 2019 in Campus News Dallas Theological Seminary, received several awards from the Evangelical Press Association (EPA) during the organization’s recent convention and award ceremony. The EPA is a professional organization of Christian publications including magazines, newspapers, and newsletters.
Christ's Confident Resolve
“So again Pilate asked him, ‘Aren’t you going to answer? See how many things they are accusing you of’” (Mark 15:4). When we approach Easter, there are many things we think about: Jesus’ death in our place, the disciples’ lack of understanding, God’s choice to have women be the first witnesses to the empty tomb, resurrection hope. There is a multitude of directions to go when thinking about the end of this most significant week in history.
Ministering to Parents of Children with Down Syndrome
Dr. Darrell Bock Welcome to the Table where we discuss issues of God and culture, and we are really privileged today to have Rick Smith who has probably one of the more unusual ministries that you are going to hear about ever on The Table. So, Rick, I’m going to let you introduce the Ministry and what’s it’s focused on. And we’ll just go from there. Rick Smith Sure thing. Well thanks, Doctor Bock, for having me on The Table Podcast. I’m really encouraged by all that you guys do here, and just you.
Achieving Our Highest Standard
on March 1st, 2019 in Bible There’s a question that always occurs to me as I read Jesus’s words in Matthew 10:25, a passage that has left a haunting ache in my heart from the first moment I read it. Christ tells His disciples, “It is enough for the disciple that he become like his teacher, and the slave like his master.” Did you hear it? Does it haunt you too? Wouldn’t it be enough if we could be just like Him?
DTS Grad Tonya Neal Ministers to the Abused
on February 19th, 2019 in Stories Each year there are approximately 5.3 million incidents of physical abuse toward women and over three million incidents towards men. Abuse cuts across all racial, ethnic, educational, and socioeconomic boundaries. Tonya Neal (MACE, 2015) ministers to those affected by physical abuse — the type of violence that is many times shrouded in secrecy.
Egypt is rebuilding its churches, making slow but significant steps toward reform
The new Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ before Christmas Eve Mass. (The Associated Press) In this Jan. 6, 2019 photo, Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sisi (right) greets Coptic Pope Tawadros II, before the Christmas Eve Mass, at the new Cathedral of the Nativity of Christ, in the new administrative capital, east of Cairo, Egypt in Egypt's new Administrative Capital.
Teach Truth, Love Well
Dr. Buist Fanning, DTS Senior Professor Emeritus of New Testament Studies, discusses how Christ calls his people to faithfulness in living, communicating his truth, and becoming unswerving in love for God and others.
New Chapel and Student Life Building Coming Soon
on October 24th, 2018 in Campus News DTS Begins $13.5 million New Chapel & Student Life Building Project In 2013, Chafer Chapel was closed in order to allow for the renovation of Davidson and Stearns Halls as well as the construction of Horner Hall. Today, I am excited to announce that a new Chapel & Student Life Building will soon be built on the Dallas campus allowing us to continue growing as a seminary, while providing state-of-the-art facilities for our students.
The Third Way: Human Dignity and Christian Consistency
We have been tracing values that should drive Christian public square engagement, including political engagement. In the Third Way, the believer's citizenship in heaven involves a call to honor God with a distinctive kind of life. That way of living looks different than what we see in the world. Divinely rooted values should inform policy because values drive character as well as the choices we make.
Jesus v. Sanhedrin
In recent years, Americans have been bombarded by one sensational criminal trial after another—each one, it seemed, the "trial of the century." Ironically, this exposure may have given us new eyes for appreciating the details of what Christians believe to be the trial of all time: Jesus bar Joseph v. Sanhedrin. How would today's legal analysts characterize this 2,000-year-old trial of a carpenter's son from the backwaters of Galilee?
The Third Way: Lessons From the OT Prophets
In my posts, I have been exploring the values that should fuel engagement by Christians. I have contended that the Third Way has to be careful how it wears its commitments and show values that indicate how the Third Way is distinctive, not engagement as usual in the world. Tone matters and so does consistency, not just of belief but of action. One of the current tendencies in our culture currently is to be very tribal about our battles, whether politically left or right.
Dysfunction In the Government: How Should Believers React to the Shutdown?
As I write, we are in a government shutdown. The blame game is fully in play. In very black and white terms, each political party is saying all the blame belongs on the other side. As in much of our current political discourse, presentation is made in an either/or, all/nothing sense. How should believers think about this situation? What would a third way say? Usually in a dysfunctional relationship, and our government is dysfunctional these days, it takes two to make the dysfunction.
Evangelical Christianity: Returning to a Third Way in a Whacky, Polarized World
In a world of conservative and liberal, where does the church land? By Darrell L. Bock, CP Guest Contributor | Friday, January 12, 2018 In a world of conservative and liberal, where does the church land? As one who speaks to cultural engagement around the country, I cannot tell you how often I get asked this question or ones like it. Many believers know what their convictions are. Still we sense we live in a world where we believe some things, if not a lot of things, are out of whack.
Opinion: Politicians who invoke God's name should be careful
By Darrell Bock and Ramesh Richard Special to The Washington Post Two political figures tied to our highest chamber of Congress face charges of sexual harassment. One involves a senator who has apologized for his past actions and asked for an investigation, acknowledging the wrong he committed.
Commentary: Politicians like Roy Moore who invoke God’s name should be careful
Two political figures tied to our highest chamber of Congress face charges of sexual harassment. One involves a senator who has apologized for his past actions and asked for an investigation, acknowledging the wrong he committed. The other involves a candidate professing his own innocence and invoking God as his ultimate defense. We do not know if Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore did the things of which he is accused. But, like former Presidents John F.
Politicians like Roy Moore who invoke God’s name should be pretty careful
Two political figures tied to our highest chamber of Congress face charges of sexual harassment. One involves a senator who has apologized for his past actions and asked for an investigation, acknowledging the wrong he committed. The other involves a candidate professing his own innocence and invoking God as his ultimate defense. As believers in Christ, this contrast is deeply troubling. We do not know if Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore did the things he is accused of.
How to Get Over Yourself and Go to an Art Museum - OnFaith
I get it. You want to go to the art museum, but you can never bring yourself to go. You’re put off by the confusion, the boredom, the feeling that everyone but you knows what the art is all about. You want an earthshaking experience before art, but have never had it. So, you want to give up and admit that art isn’t for you. I have worked in and with art museums for nearly 25 years, and I know how you feel.
The Best Book for Bible Doubters - OnFaith
Someday I’d like to buy a crate of books to hand out to Christians who are experiencing acute and painful doubt — who, if my personal experience and network are any indication, are legion. The point of the reading will not be to convince them that Christianity is true, but to offer a companion for the journey. If I had to pick only one recent book for that crate, it would be Christian Wiman’s A Bright Abyss.
Ask Laura: Finding your soulmate | Bi-racial rudeness - OnFaith
Every week, Ask Laura features responses to your questions about religion, relationships, and the mess they often create. You can submit questions to Laura anonymously at this form, or via Twitter (@lkoturner) or email (asklaura@faithstreet.com). Dear Laura, I’m a 30 year-old guy who is fit, has a great job, many friends and have always had a strong faith in God. After a long time a relationship fell apart, and I’m back in the dating pool again and having a very hard time.
Why Christians Can Celebrate Passover, Too
Recently, Christianity Today published an article entitled, “Jesus Didn’t Eat a Seder Meal: Why Christians Shouldn’t Either” by rabbis Yehiel E. Poupko and David Sandmel. The article argues that Christians should refrain from participating in Christian Seders as a matter of historical and ecumenical respect. We disagree on both points. There is great interest today by Christians to learn more about and participate in Seders to help them better understand the Jewish roots of the Christian faith.
Evangelical Views of the 2016 Election: Not the Lesser of Two Evils, Choose Candidate Evan McMullin Instead
As this is such an important conversation, I’ve decided to expand it a bit, with more voices. In addition, I will ask authors to answer the objections to their position in a separate article (i.e. how can you even think about supporting ______ when they think/say/do _______). This is a complex election and it requires discerning thinking. I’m hoping we can do that together. Tuesday we had Deborah Fikes. Wednesday we had Dr. Norman Geisler.
Evangelical Views of the 2016 Election: "There are No 'Must' Candidates!" -Darrell Bock
As this is such an important conversation, I’ve decided to expand it a bit, with more voices. In addition, I will ask authors to answer the objections to their position in a separate article (i.e. how can you even think about supporting ______ when they think/say/do _______). This is a complex election and it requires discerning thinking. I’m hoping we can do that together. Tuesday we had Deborah Fikes. Wednesday we had Dr. Norman Geisler.
Sources for Caesar and Jesus Compared
How do the roots of the Gospels compare to those of classical works? Is the historical evidence for Jesus Christ as good as that of Julius Caesar? People often raise such historical questions critically, claiming the evidence for Caesar’s life is better attested than for Jesus’s. But is this really so? Tracing ancient history is about examining sources and the manuscripts behind them, as well as the nature of their content and claims.
Scandal?
In February 1993, Mark Noll spoke these words at his induction as Wheaton College’s McManis Professor of Christian Thought. In a talk entitled “The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind,” he decried the anti-intellectualism he saw in modern evangelical life. As his ideas gained greater exposure with Christianity Today’s publishing of his address (Oct. 25, 1993, p.
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