To Be a Presbyterian

by Weeks, Louis

• ISBN13: 9780664503017
• ISBN10: 0664503012
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-01-25
• Publisher: Geneva Pr

Summary

Noted author and Presbyterian Louis B. Weeks offers a timely update to his primer on the life, history, tradition, and beliefs of the Presbyterian Church. Offering more than just a brief overview, Weeks ties explanations of Presbyterianism to actual congregational situations and examines major themes in Reformed life. New sections address spiritual practices, "hot-button" issues among Presbyterians, changes in hymnody, and respect for God's creation. The adoption of a Presbyterian Brief Statement of Faith, the growth of newer Reformed churches worldwide and their influence on Christian worship and work in the U.S.A., and the growing importance of other world religions also receive Weeks's authoritative attention.

Author Biography

Louis B. Weeks was president for thirteen years of Union Theological Seminary and Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond, Virginia. He is the author of numerous books, including The Presbyterian Source: Bible Words That Shape a Faith and Making Ethical Decisions: A Casebook. He is also a contributor to The Presbyterian Leder.com

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. ix
To Be a Christian	p. 1
To Trust God	p. 11
To Follow Jesus	p. 20
To Live in the Spirit	p. 28
To Walk in the Way	p. 35
To Love Your Neighbor	p. 43
To Receive Baptism	p. 51
To Take Communion	p. 58
To Belong to the Church	p. 65
To Obey the Law	p. 73
To Anticipate the Kingdom	p. 80
To Grow in Grace	p. 88
To Struggle in Faith and Humility	p. 95
To Practice the Faith	p. 103
To Enjoy God Forever	p. 111
For Further Study	p. 115
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