John Calvin, Refugee Theologian

John Calvin, Refugee TheologianThis book offers a robust introduction to John Calvin's writings through the lens of his experience as a religious refugee. Calvin knew about persecution and political exile from personal experience. He lived as an exiled fugitive engaged in pastoral ministry to a church that included large numbers of immigrants and refugees. Calvin's teaching also addressed an international community experiencing religious violence and displacement in his day. In

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Kiesling assembles a toolkit that will help those in ministry think comprehensively about discipleship at every stage of life

He also provides guidance for the future of the twenty-first century church

he illustrates that Christian doctrines have an organic connection to biblical texts and that doctrine can clarify meanings in the text that are foreign to modern

This book will be rewarding reading for pastors

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