Thinking Like Jesus: Understanding the Mind of Christ

by Ben Gutierrez

Publisher:

B&H

, 2011

Overview

The Mind of Christ is not an incomprehensible mystery. God does not play spiritual "hide and seek" with His instruction about the Mind of Christ. The Mind of Christ is not a cosmic "shell game" that is covertly hidden from view so that you, as a diligent and hopeful seeker, can only hope to find it before it is too late. God displays it openly and clearly within the Book of Philippians so that His children can be uniquely at one with Him. Dr. Ben Gutierrez provides a personal and practical approach to studying the Book of Philippians. You will appreciate his ability to present deep truths of scripture in clear and simple terms. You will be encouraged as you read this spiritual road map that details how to understand and apply these important principles in your daily routine. If you are serious about growing in your faith and obedience to God as a believer in Jesus Christ and desire to serve in local church ministries according to God's Word, you will benefit from this book. About the Author Ben Gutierrez is administrative dean for undergraduate programs at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership & Divinity from Regent University.

Contents

Top Highlights

“Circumstances can never change a heart. Circumstances can put great or little pressure on the decision maker, but they only provide the environment in which a change of heart takes place! But circumstances can never change a heart.” (Page 21)

“Unity of Affection’ is another way of saying that you have a deep commitment to love one another no matter the personality or physical differences.” (Page 25)

“So, in order to keep our minds humble and protected from becoming ‘holier than thou,’ we should consider our time interacting with others as a privilege and an honor—and we should let them know that we feel this way!” (Page 37)

“He penned Philippians 2:6–8 in order to provide for us an example of someone who both lived out the mind of Christ and inspired us to follow His example!” (Page 62)

“Unity of Purpose means that, amid the many diverse personalities and skill sets of the people within our churches and ministries, we need to make sure we maintain commitment to the purpose or reason that we are involved in church work or a Christian ministry.” (Page 28)

Product Details

• Title: Thinking Like Jesus: Understanding the Mind of Christ
• Author: Ben Gutierrez
• Publisher: B&H
• Print Publication Date: 2011
• Logos Release Date: 2020
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Reader Edition
• Subject: Christian living › Textbooks
• ISBNs: 9781430073222, 9781600364594, 1600364594, 1430073225
• Resource ID: LLS:WS_E35E6604FAF44174BBAE696B9A11582B
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2023-10-13T22:49:40Z

About Ben Gutierrez

Dr. Ben Gutierrez is Professor of Religion at Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia. He also serves as an Associate Pastor of Thomas Road Baptist Church. Dr. Gutierrez received a Diploma from Word of Life Bible Institute, and AA and BS in Religion from Liberty University, a Master of Arts in Religion and a Master of Divinity from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary, and PhD from Regent University. He is the co—author of Learn to Read New Testament Greek Workbook (2009) published by B&H Publishing Group, an excellent resource to supplement one's study of the Koine Greek language; co—author of Ministry Is: How to Serve Jesus with Passion and Confidence (2010) published by Broadman and Holman, a practical guide on how to serve effectively in the local church; and co—editor of the The Essence of the New Testament: A Survey (2012) published by B&H Publishing Group, a thorough, readable survey of the New Testament that includes introductions, background information, outlines, archaeological facts, theological concepts, word studies, study questions, and practical applications. Dr. Gutierrez and his wife Tammy have two daughters, Lauren and Emma, and reside in Lynchburg, Virginia.