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| Instruments in the Redeemer's Hands: People in Need of Change Helping People in Need of Change (Resources for Changing Lives) | 
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Sales Rank: 9425
Category: Book
Author: Paul David Tripp
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Studio: P & R Publishing
Manufacturer: P & R Publishing
Label: P & R Publishing
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Published)
Media: Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 360
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 6 x 0.8
ISBN: 0875526071
Dewey Decimal Number: 253
EAN: 9780875526072
ASIN: 0875526071
Publication Date: November 2002
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Product Description
In many ways, the church today has more consumers than committed participants. We see church merely as an event we attend or an organization we belong to, rather than as a calling that shapes our entire life. Many of us would be relieved if God had place dour sanctification in the hands of trained professionals, but that simply is not the biblical model. God?s plan is that through the faithful ministry of every part, the whole body will grow to maturity in Christ. Tripp explains how his work follows an "all of my people, all of the time" model. If you followed the Lord for a thousand years, you would still need the ministry of the body of Christ as much as you did the day you first believed. This need will remain until our sanctification is complete in Glory. This is a comprehensive treatment of how God uses people as tools of change in the lives of others, people who themselves are in need of change.
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Add this to your library October 4, 2008
This book MUST become a part of your library if you are looking for a clear definition of how all Christians are called to help others deal with difficulties in life. Tripp has written a masterpiece in this work. The reader is gently led through a building discussion about how every Christian is personally in need of change, but who is also called to help others in need of change. Students in my graduate classes that are assigned this book to read almost unanimously agree that the work is "life-changing". It is great for both the professional and lay person. It is easy to read and is filled with personal reflections that add a warm tone to the book. Excellent in every regard!
Important for Kingdom Building June 23, 2008
This is a must read for anyone who wishes to learn more about Kingdom Building in a Covenantal sense...
Jesus says they will know us by how we love one another.... This book tells us exactly how to do just that.
Everything I expected and more! March 10, 2008
I received my books in great shape and in a very timely fashion. Would order from this place again...Thanks so much!!
Best foundational book for the Christian life and ministry February 13, 2008
Just started book ,but am truly amazed at simplicity yet depth of information to live and serve as a Christian in this life. Am anxious to finish and apply.
Real Ministry December 19, 2007
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I was given this book by a mentor of mine and told that it would be extremely helpful. The problem is that I saw it was deemed a "counseling" book on the back, so I moved on for a while before I picked it up and read it. I continued to see the book on the "Best Seller's" list at many sites that I admire, so I finally picked the book up and started to read. I have to be honest, if I were to try and write all that I learned this review would turn into a novel itself.
Paul David Tripp really unpacks a three part effort.
One: To show me who I am
Two: Who others are
Three: How to practically minister to them, and accept their ministering to me
This book gets to the root of the issues and he even starts with the theological impact of understanding who God is and then who we are, namely: we aren't perfect, we need change, and we need help in that changing process from Christ and others.
This book not only unfolds what we are to do in daily ministering opportunities, but he unpacks the practical ways to do them. One of my favorite quotes in the book is that:
"We often say we need to preach the Word, but we also need to counsel the Word."
That is what this book is all about. It is how to counsel the Word of God to those in everyday life that need change just like you and I. What will hinder this book is that some will think it is only for the pastor or counselor, but it's intention is for all believers and it is written that way and is desperately needed for today's church.
I have already used the book and will continue to go back to it to try and unpack my shortcomings and also to help others do the same when they are in need of ministering. I know this is not the "hot topic" of discussion around the water cooler, but this book is much more needed in today's world that wants to only deal with actions instead of the root of those actions, namely, our darkened heart in need of the power of Christ. You will learn how to effectively and biblically (synonymous terms) counsel another as they ask a simple question or are having everyday life problems, instead of giving a "pat" answer or reciting Scripture and telling them to pray about it. I cannot recommend this book more highly.
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