Monthly Archives: August 2006

My Take on Hellerman’s Proposal

Posted on August 28, 2006 by Laura

Initial summary of Hellerman’s class, Church as Family: As Israel moved from Sinai to the Maccabean period, the boundary markers identifying the people of God became increasingly narrow. These boundary markers—circumcision, food, times, and places—became more narrowly defined. The ministry … Continue reading →

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Do I Really Hate Mega Churches?

Posted on August 21, 2006 by Laura

Related Post (and update of sorts): Revisiting my Mega Church “Feelings” Over the past several years, I have developed a rather negative opinion of mega churches. Much of my negativity revolves around what I have perceived as mega church self-importance. … Continue reading →

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Missional Church–Thoughts on Chapters 4-9

Posted on August 15, 2006 by Laura

Missional Church: a vision for the sending of the church in North America edited by Darrell L. Guder Authors: Lois Barrett, Inagrace T. Dietterich, George R. Hunsberger, Alan J. Roxburgh, Craig Van Gelder Grand Rapids: William B. Eerdmans Pub, (C) … Continue reading →

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Is the local church really primary?

Posted on August 9, 2006 by Laura

While reading Guder, I came across a notion that may shed light on the “local church as primary” issue. “The local particular church is the basic missional structure of the church” (p. 222). What is the local church is basic … Continue reading →

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What is “Local”?

Posted on August 5, 2006 by Laura

The discussion over at The Supremacy of the Church Local? raised questions about the meaning of “local” in today’s culture. Without further ado: I am firmly convinced of “local church” as a regular, physical gathering in Jesus Name for worship … Continue reading →

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