Call to Discipleship (Facets) (Paperback)

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Key Phrases: simple obedience, New Testament, Son of Man

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"The command of Jesus...is issued with all the freedom and sovereignty of grace against which there can be no legitimate objections, of which no one is worthy, for which there can be no preparation, which none can elect, and in the face of which there can be no qualification."

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In this brief essay, drawn from Church Dogmatics, Barth articulates what it means to follow Jesus in faith. He emphasizes that discipleship involves a detachment from the authority of possessions, foregoing the pursuit of personal glory, challenging the fear and use of force, the dissolution of self-evident personal attachments, and a "better righteousness," which goes beyond actions to intentions and practices piety in secret.

"The command of Jesus . . . is issued with all the freedom and sovereignty of grace against which there can be no legitimate objections, of which no one is worthy, for which there can be no preparation, which none can elect, and in the face of which there can be no qualification."

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Product Details

• Paperback: 88 pages
• Publisher: FORTRESS PRESS (November 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800636325
• ISBN-13: 978-0800636326
• Product Dimensions: 7 x 4.2 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #466,053 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT!, July 21, 2005

By	Adam Gonnerman (North America) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

A few months ago someone recommended I begin reading the writings of Karl Barth. I started with this book because it was the first one I could find in a bookstore. I'm glad it was!

This little volume is actually a section taken from Barth's "Church Dogmatics," and does a wonderful job of describing the nature of discipleship as well as the theory behind the practical outworking of following Christ in one's life.

"The Call to Discipleship" is now a regular part of my devotional reading, and will probably remain so for some time to come.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Reflecting on the meaning of following Christ, May 30, 2006

By	Glenn M. Harden (Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Are you considering becoming or trying to become one of those who accompanies Jesus "wholeheartedly and constantly, sharing his life and destiny at the expense of all other engagements and commitments" (5)? This book will help you reflect upon the freedom given and obedience required. Recommended for devotional reading.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Call to Discipleship, March 9, 2006

By	John M. Cope - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Karl Barth's thoughtful paper provides a meaningful view of discipleship. Recommend for those who prefer to "go deeper" into scripture and the Christain life.