Deacons: The diakon-word group in the New Testament and the ministry of the deacon
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Deacons: The diakon-word group in the New Testament and the ministry of the deacon

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  2. English
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Deacons: The diakon-word group in the New Testament and the ministry of the deacon

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Deacons: The diakon-words in the New Testament and the ministry of the deacon offers an in depth analysis of the concept of `deacon' in the New Testament and its significance for present day congregational practices. The essence and content of the service of the deacon within the community of God forms the focus of the study. Significant passages in the New Testament are considered in fine exegetical manner to determine the guidelines offered within the context of these NT texts. In this way different perspectives are highlighted that enrich the overall understanding of the concept of `deacon'. Obviously, this challanges some of the views held on this topic (that even influence the way several churches organise their diaconal service) and suggests some novel ideas related to the topic. Certain focal points are described, for instance, the centrality of the covenant and Kingdom in exercising diaconal service, or the interrelatedness of koinonia, diakonia and worship. This book offers a rich and responsible study of the concept of deacons in congregations, both on theoretical and practical levels. Prof Dr Jan van der Watt

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Table of Contents
  3. Chapter 1 Introduction
  4. Chapter 2 Reflection on the diaconal service based on Acts 6:1–7
  5. Chapter 3 The picture of a diakonos in Matthew
  6. Chapter 4 The picture of a diakonos in Mark
  7. Chapter 5 The picture of a diakonos in Luke
  8. Chapter 6 The picture of a diakonos according to John
  9. Chapter 7 The diakonos according to 1 Corinthians
  10. Chapter 8 The diakonos according to Ephesians
  11. Chapter 9 The picture of a diakonos according to 1 Peter
  12. Chapter 10 The essence and content of the diakonia of the diakonos
  13. Chapter 11 Leadership in the New Testament
  14. Chapter 12 The essence and content of the work of the deacon