The Priesthood of All Believers in the Twenty-First Century (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781606080948)

Robert Muthiah believes a deepened theology of the priesthood of all believers is essential for answering the crucial questions of what shape the church should take in the twenty-first century, and how this theological query relates to the lived experiences of congregations. Emerging churches, which tend to develop vibrant practices of the priesthood of all believers, need to develop more fully their ecclesiological underpinnings, while historic churches, with a well-developed theology of the priesthood of all believers, need a renewed vigor to allow this theology to shape their congregational lives. With recourse to relevant New Testament texts and theological conversations, The Priesthood of All Believers in the Twenty-First Cenutry argues for a fresh understanding and embodiment of the priesthood of all believers by setting ecclesiology, postmodern culture, and congregational practices in dialogue. Elements of the discussion include ecumenical and Free church perspectives, Trinitarian correspondence, postmodern social structures, the relevance of Alasdair McIntyre's social practices for congregations, and forms of congregational leadership.

Author: Robert A. Muthiah
ISBN-10: 1606080946
ISBN-13: 9781606080948
Publisher: Pickwick Publications
Language: English
Published: 05/01/2009
Pages: 194
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.61lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.60d