Ministry in a Multi-Cultural and Unchurched Society
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Mi n i s t r y i n a Mu l t i -Cu l tura l and Unchur ched Soc i et y
10. Stories are history .
F. The importance of the biblical framework of the Kingdom
1. Kingdom teaching is the ultimate point of reference.
2. Teaching on the kingdom story was the heart of Jesus’ teaching.
3. The central focus of biblical theology
4. The final criterion for judging truth and value
5. The indispensable key to understanding human history
6. The kernel of authentic meaning in the created order
7. The basic concept that enables us to coordinate and fulfill our destinies under God’s reign
II. Tua Da Gloriam: The Story of God’s Glory
Ps. 115.1-3 – Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, But to Your name give glory, Because of Your mercy, And because of Your truth. Why should the Gentiles say, “Where now is their God?'' But our God is in heaven; He does whatever He pleases. From Before to Beyond Time: Adapted from Suzanne de Dietrich, God’s Unfolding Purpose (Philadelphia: Westminster Press, 1976).
A. Before Time (Eternity Past)
1. The Eternal Triune God
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