New Arrivals/Restock

From Apostles to Bishops: A Review of the Early Church's Leadership Positions (Academic and Scholarly) Paperback – August 27, 2025

flash sale iconLimited Time Sale
Until the end
12
45
03

US$12.80 cheaper than the new price!!

Free shipping for purchases over $99 ( Details )
Free cash-on-delivery fees for purchases over $99
Please note that the sales price and tax displayed may differ between online and in-store. Also, the product may be out of stock in-store.
Used  US$8.54
quantity

Product details

Management number 220025610 Release Date 2026/05/03 List Price US$8.54 Model Number 220025610
Category

This comprehensive scholarly work traces the crucial transformation of Christian leadership from the informal apostolic networks of the early church (30 CE) to the structured episcopal authority system that emerged by 100 CE. Written by Bishop Andy C. Lewter, a founding bishop in the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship and scholar with degrees from Oberlin College, Harvard Divinity School, and United Theological Seminary, this book addresses fundamental questions about the origins and development of Christian episcopal authority.The work combines rigorous academic research with practical ministerial experience, featuring extensive footnotes, comprehensive bibliography, and careful attention to multiple perspectives. Lewter emphasizes that understanding these historical origins can help heal divisions in contemporary Christianity by showing how early communities navigated similar challenges.The book demonstrates that the evolution from apostolic to episcopal authority was not accidental but represented a Spirit-guided, systematic response to practical needs and theological challenges. This transformation created sustainable structures that preserved apostolic tradition while adapting to new circumstances, ultimately establishing patterns of Christian leadership that have endured for two millennia.The work serves as both historical analysis and practical guide, showing how the foundational principles established in the first century remain relevant for contemporary Christian leadership and institutional development. Read more

ISBN13 979-8262457069
Language English
Publisher Independently published
Dimensions 5.5 x 1.01 x 8.5 inches
Book 2 of 6 Academic and Scholarly
Item Weight 1.12 pounds
Reading age 14 - 18 years
Print length 448 pages
Publication date August 27, 2025

Correction of product information

If you notice any omissions or errors in the product information on this page, please use the correction request form below.

Correction Request Form

Product Review

You must be logged in to post a review