Modeling Mary in Christian discipleship /
John Burns.
- 1st ed.
- Valley Forge, PA : Judson Press, c2007.
- x, 100 p. ; 22 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 99-100).
Mary : a non-linear view of discipleship -- Exchanging agendas with God : the beginning of discipleship (Luke 1:26-38) -- Conversion euphoria : the initial rush of discipleship ( Luke 1:46-56) -- Evangelistic fervor : the disciple shares her faith (Matthew 1:18-25) -- The birthing process : the disciple discerns her true gift (Luke 2:1-7) -- The discipline of pondering : the disciple learns new skills (Luke 2:8-20) -- The whole picture : the disciple learns of suffering (Luke 2:21-35) -- Losing Jesus : the disciple regresses (Luke 2:41-50) -- Placing Jesus front and center : the disciple refocuses (John 2:1-12) -- Misunderstanding the relationship : disappointment for the disciple (Mark 3:20-22, 31-35) -- Recognizing lordship : the disciple matures (John 19:23-27).