The Church

In this volume, Gregg R. Allison helps define the church and its mission by presenting an overview of the specific doctrines and practices of different churches and denominations. He lays a basic foundation for better understanding the common practices among local church communities (“mere ecclesiology”) and the ways that they diverge from one another (“more ecclesiology”). Through this systematic primer, you will come away knowing not only how various churches differ but also how they’re ultimately united as the body of Christ and the temple of the Holy Spirit.

1. Opening Credits
2. Dedication
3. Series Preface
4. Introduction
5. Part 1: Foundational Issues Chapter 1: The Triune God and the Church
6. Chapter 2: The Church according to Scripture
7. Part 2: Mere Ecclesiology and More Ecclesiology Chapter 3: The Identity of the Church
8. Chapter 4: The Leadership of the Church
9. Chapter 5: The Government of the Church
10. Chapter 6: The Ordinances or Sacraments of the Church
11. Chapter 7: The Ministries of the Church
12. Chapter 8: The Future of the Church
13. Conclusion
14. Closing Credits