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Church History for Modern Ministry: Why Our Past Matters for Everything We Do is unavailable, but you can change that!

Many Christians believe that church history belongs in the past. Pastor Dayton Hartman disagrees. He argues that church history is not old news, but a tradition that brings depth and vitality to today’s ministry. In Church History for Modern Ministry, Hartman explores the importance of church history and its relevance for addressing contemporary church issues. He discusses the impact of the...

Aside from avoiding the fallacy of chronological snobbery, church history is essential to pastoral ministry because of its benefits. Knowing and communicating church history through your words, actions, ministry, and liturgy will produce a variety of healthy outcomes for your church body. Liturgy The consistent content, form, rhythms, and practices of worship. For instance, church history helps us address issues
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