Witness
Langerak expounds the universal calling of all Christians to witness to Christ and the gospel, distinguishing between the general office of Christian witness and the special offices of prophet, apostle, and minister. Drawing on Scripture, he argues that witnessing is not optional but an essential expression of Christian faith and the indwelling Holy Spirit, empowering believers to testify both by word and deed throughout their entire lives.
Our Lord calls all of us to witness to Him and the gospel of salvation from sin and death by Him; and calls not only those who hold the office of minister, but all who hold the office of Christian; and to do that not only passively but actively; not only by mouth but by deed; and not only some days but every day of our life. This calling is not optional, something to choose to do or not do, accept or reject. If we are a Christian in whom the Spirit of Jesus dwells by faith, we must and will...
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