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Biblical & Christological Foundations5 Topics1 Quiz
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What is the Church? Towards a Biblically Robust Ecclesiology3 Topics1 Quiz
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Worship & Teaching: the Pastor as Priest and Preacher5 Topics1 Quiz
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Formation & Soul Care: The Pastor as Sage and Shepherd4 Topics1 Quiz
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Outreach & Mission: The Pastor as Bard & Pioneer3 Topics1 Quiz
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Management & Administration: The Pastor as Director & CEO4 Topics1 Quiz
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Jesus’
Threefold Office
Part One
The Prophetic Task of Proclamation
Why does it matter to me?
In the Protestant Reformation, Martin Luther wanted to reaffirm to every Christian that each of us has a prophetic, priestly and royal office. These three offices or roles are derived from the threefold office of Jesus, the Anointed One: Prophet, Priest and King.
In this third video, Nikolas begins the work of grounding the pastoral role and ministry in the ministry and work of Jesus, particularly the work of prayer and proclamation.
The Prophetic Dimension
Specifically, as pastors, the prophetic dimension of our calling is:
- To proclaim or herald the Word of God to the People of God to proclaim the truth of God into a culture that is opposed to God
- To call people to faith and repentance – to right relationship with God
- To centre our lives and ministry in the Word of God
This call, particularly heralding the Word, is perhaps the central act of pastoral ministry.
Our prophetic calling is one of hearing from God and speaking the Word of God.
Discussion reflection question (150-200 word paragraph for each question, please)
- Read the following passage from the Heidelberg Catechism and write a response below. What strikes you about this passage? What Scriptures illustrate these claims?