Letters to a Troubled Church: 1 and 2 Corinthians [Paperback]

Ray C. Stedman (Author)

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Publication Date: October 1, 2007

When co-workers, neighbors, or even family members challenge your faith, are you always ready with an answer? In Letters to a Troubled Church, Ray Stedman uses Paul's epistles to the church in Corinth to guide you through such difficult matters as atheism, divorce, Christlike love versus worldly love, the roles of men and women, and moral ""gray"" areas that confront you in today's world. Ray uses everyday language with solid biblical insight to help you, or a small group, so that you will be ""ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you"" (1 Peter 3:15).

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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: 416 pages
• Publisher: Discovery House Publishers (October 1, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1572932554
• ISBN-13: 978-1572932555
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #773,024 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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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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5.0 out of 5 stars OUTSTANDING!, September 22, 2009

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All I can say is THANK YOU to Ray Stedman and those that have helped edit and put his teachings into book form. Ray Stedman was used mightily by the Lord in order to accurately teach the Word.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Letters to a Troubled Church, April 17, 2009

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Great book and prompt service. I love all the books written by Ray Stedman. They are very informative and Biblically based.

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Ray Steadman always presents the bible in a easy to understand manner But never fails to bring out the wonder and joy that Bible study can be.