Following Jesus, the Servant King : A Biblical Theology of Covenantal Discipleship

by Jonathan Lunde; Jonathan Lunde, General Editor

• ISBN13: 9780310286165
• ISBN10: 0310286166
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-11-16
• Publisher: Harpercollins Christian Pub

Summary

Throughout the Old Testament and into the New, God not only demands righteousness from his people but also showers on grace that enables them to act. Jesus, of course, provides the ultimate fulfillment of these twin aspects of GodÆs relationship to humanity. In biblical terms, Jesus is the King who demands righteous obedience from his followers, and Jesus is the Servant who provides the grace that enables this obedience.So what does it mean to follow Jesus? What does God expect from his followers, and how can they be and do what is required?Jonathan Lunde answers these and other questions in his sweeping biblical study on discipleship. He surveys GodÆs interaction with his people from Eden to Jesus, paying special attention to the biblical covenants that illuminate the character and plans of God. He offers Bible students and teachersÙsuch as pastors, missionaries, and lay leadersÙthe gift of practical biblical teaching rooted in the BibleÆs witness on the vital topic of discipleship.