Theology for the Church The Nature and Marks of the Church with Michael Lawrence
In this episode, Caleb is joined by Michael Lawrence (PhD, University of Cambridge) lead pastor of Hinson Baptist Church in Portland, Oregon to discuss the nature and marks of the church. Together they discuss things like: what is the church? What is the relationship between the universal church and local churches? What is the visible/invisible church distinction? What does it mean for a church to be: one, holy, catholic, and apostolic? Why are preaching, the Lord’s Supper, and baptism vital for the church? And more.
Resources:
Nine Marks of a Healthy Church by Mark Dever
The Rule of Love: How the Local Church Should Reflect God's Love and Authority by Jonathan Leeman
The Church: The Gospel Made Visible by Mark Dever
The Church: An Introduction by Gregg Allison
Biblical Foundations for Baptist Churches: A Contemporary Ecclesiology by John Hammett
What Is the Mission of the Church?: Making Sense of Social Justice, Shalom, and the Great Commission by Greg Gilbert and Kevin DeYoung