Ministries of Mercy: Learning To Care Like Jesus

In this motivational and highly practical book, Timothy Keller shows how caring for those in need is the duty of every believer – as fundamental to Christian living as evangelism, discipleship and worship. But he doesn’t stop there. He sets out an array of tried-and-tested measures that will encourage and equip Christians of all persuasions to become more committed and more effective in carrying out this vital ministry.

Contents

Prologue: The One Who Showed Mercy

PART 1: PRINCIPLES

1. The Call to Mercy

2. The Character of Mercy

3. The Motivation for Mercy

4. Giving and Keeping: A Balanced Lifestyle

5. Church and World: A Balanced Focus

6. Conditional and Unconditional: A Balanced Judgment

7. Word and Deed: A Balanced Testimony

PART 2: PRACTICE

8. Getting Started

9. Preparing the Church

10. Mobilizing the Church

11. Expanding Your Vision

12. Managing Your Ministry

13. Mercy Ministry and Church Growth

14. Meeting Needs