Body Life: The Book That Inspired a Return to the Church's Real Meaning and Mission [Paperback]

Ray C. Stedman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 1995

Ray Stedman shows you how to recapture the vigor and authenticity of the early churcha radical body of enthusiastic believers who spread the Word of God throughout the world! This bookconsidered a classic by manybrings you challenging questions that make Body Life both personal and practical. Body Life is a groundbreaking book inspiring churches and disciples to return to New Testament Christianity. Using principles from Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, and Ephesians 4, Stedman helps you discover the dynamic purpose of the church and the exciting role you have to play in the body of Christ.

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About the Author

Dr. Ray C. Stedman (1917-1992) grew up in the rugged cowboy country of Montana. Abandoned by his father when he was a young boy and emotionally cut-off from his mother, Ray had a ruggedly independent upbringing. Yet, through faith, he matured into one the great pastors, expositors, and spiritual leaders of the twentieth century. Todays church is filled with pastors and leadersmen like David Roper, Charles Swindoll, and Luis Palauwho consider him their mentor and lifelong friend. Ray was a mans man, who ended up being the father of four daughters. He and his family lived through the turbulent era of the 1960s and the Jesus Movement, a time of turmoil and heartache for Ray and his wife, Elaine, and a remarkable time of growth and expansion in his own ministry. Biblical teaching (exposition) was Rays calling and his passion, and he motivated people by the power of the preaching of the Word of God. He also inspired and taught many through the written word. With over nineteen books to his credit, from Spiritual Warfare to his insightful commentary Adventuring Through the Bible, Stedmans published works span the experiences of Christian life, including Body Life, a book that had tremendous impact on the church in the twentieth century. Ray Stedmans preeminent goal was to be a faithful steward of the gifts God had given him. By examining the life of this remarkable but very human man, you will find lessons and applications for your own life. (Taken from the cover of Portrait of IntegrityThe Life of Ray C. Stedman by Mark S. Mitchell)

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Discovery House Publishers; Revised edition (August 1, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1572930004
• ISBN-13: 978-1572930001
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
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Ray Stedman (1917-1992) pastor, teacher, author and well-known Bible expositor. A graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary, Ray Stedman authored numerous books including other Joy of Living studies: Psalms of Faith, Psalms from the Heart, Nehemiah, Job, Gospel of Mark, Romans, Ephesians and Revelation. Ray served 40 years as pastor of the Peninsula Bible Church in Palo Alto, California, before retiring in 1990.

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Classic on Authentic Church, August 10, 2008

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This review is from: Body Life: The Book That Inspired a Return to the Church's Real Meaning and Mission (Paperback)

Stedman's book is a classic on the subject of authentic church. I've read many books on church renewal and mission and this one is a landmark of the past. It seems to set the baseline for the beginning of a new exploration on the subject.

Stedman's clear writing style adds much to his arguments. He puts forth a vision of the body of Christ that's pungent and provoking. It's one that many of us have longed for.

I have been reading many books on the church recently and this one is on my top 5 list. I didn't know this was a classic of the past until I did some more research on it. Happily recommended.

15 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars STOP! LOOK! LISTEN!, December 10, 2001

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Art Shepherd (antioch, tn. United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Body Life: The Church Comes Alive (Paperback)

Ray Stedman captures the heart of God with the message of this book. It is a MUST read for every member of the Body of Christ hungry for deepth and meaning in the Church.It is a call to our roots; our foundation; our very reason for being the Body of Christ!!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book on how to set up a small Fellowship, August 31, 2008

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This review is from: Body Life: The Book That Inspired a Return to the Church's Real Meaning and Mission (Paperback)

Our Fellowship started about 20 years ago using this model. As time goes by things change, we are now in the process of trying to get back to the basics outlined in this book.