Hospitality reflected in the ministry of Jesus as context for contemporary evangelism

Paul E White

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Hospitality reflected in the ministry of Jesus as context for contemporary evangelism

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MLA citation style (9th ed.)

Paul E White. Hospitality Reflected In the Ministry of Jesus As Context for Contemporary Evangelism. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/9dc23de6-36ae-4ef9-a653-1a128c79b26f.

APA citation style (7th ed.)

P. E. White. Hospitality reflected in the ministry of Jesus as context for contemporary evangelism. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/9dc23de6-36ae-4ef9-a653-1a128c79b26f

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Paul E White. Hospitality Reflected In the Ministry of Jesus As Context for Contemporary Evangelism. Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. https://rim.ir.atla.com/concern/etds/9dc23de6-36ae-4ef9-a653-1a128c79b26f.

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Paul E White

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Abstract

This study considers the example of Jesus in search of a model for contemporary evangelism. The model that is identified is described as a 'hospitable, eschatological welcome.' The five pericopes studied contain both examples and teaching from the earthly ministry of Jesus, demonstrating the alignment that existed between his words and actions on this subject. In particular, the pericopes center around Jesus' controversial ministry to the sinners and tax collectors, the criticism he received from the Pharisees, and his commission to the disciples. In addition, table fellowship, as an element of the oriental hospitality, is explored as the cultural context for that which was occurring in the key passages of study. The history of God's salvation plan is the theological backdrop, beginning with God's heart for the stranger in the Old Testament and ending with a look at the cross as the most powerful example of the hospitality of God toward man. The model identified presents a clear pattern for current evangelistic efforts that will aid the church in taking advantage of present opportunities in the twenty-first century.

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