Benjamin Vrbicek

After decades of our sensationalizing the events described in Revelation through popular book series and movies, in many Christian circles today discussions about the end times are rare. Yet the writers of the New Testament frequently wrote and taught about the return of Christ--not so much as a frightening time of turmoil and judgment but as the ultimate happily ever after. Leaving behind fear and politicization, this pastoral exploration of the end times shows us why Christ's second coming is a source of comfort, hope, and clarity, especially for those who are suffering. Rather than fixating on tribulation and the antichrist, this exploration of Christ's return reveals how, in the end, there will be justice for the wronged, renewal for the broken, abundance for the famished, and rest for the weary. Most importantly, our faith will become sight. For anyone who is looking for hope and reassurance about the second coming and the end times (or just hasn't seen how they're relevant to life today) this book offers biblical answers and encouragement that will have you praying, "Come, Lord Jesus."

"I found it necessary to write appealing to you to contend for the faith that was once for all delivered to the saints."- Jude 1:3Ordination is the affirmation of God's call to pastoral ministry. It is also the verification of theological and moral fitness for ministry. The full process of ordination in the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) lasts several years. The final step involves an extensive oral exam and writing a dense paper organized around the EFCA's statement of faith. In the summer of 2019, the EFCA broadened its statement of faith to include all orthodox views of the glorious return of Christ. Benjamin Vrbicek is the first pastor who holds an amillennial view of the return of Christ to be ordained in the new era. Once for all Delivered is an expanded version of his ordination paper. About the AuthorBenjamin Vrbicek (M. Div., Covenant Theological Seminary) is the lead teaching pastor at Community Evangelical Free Church in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Benjamin and his wife, Brooke, have six children. He blogs regularly, is the author of Don't Just Send a Resume and Struggle Against Porn, the co-author of More People to Love and Enduring Grace, and has written for Desiring God, The Gospel Coalition, For The Church, 9Marks, and Christianity Today Pastors.

When God says, "Follow me," do you know how? If you work in Christian ministry, it's likely that at some point in your career God will call you from one church to another. Do you know how to make this transition effectively? Moving can be scary and full of questions: Where do I start the job search process? Which people do I talk with, and what do I send to them? How do I know if my family and I will fit in at a new church? And how do I tell people I'm leaving? This book is intended to help you answer those questions so that the hiring process goes well. And when the hiring process does go well, a lot of pain can be avoided--for the pastor and the church. What we pastors need is solid coaching that is theologically informed and practically oriented. We need to know how the gospel empowers us to interview with both humility and confidence. We need anecdotes from real hiring processes, and we need detailed strategies for every step of the way, so we can transition with excellence, protect our families, respect the church, and honor God. Don't Just Send a Resume also features short contributions by 12 published authors and ministry leaders, including: Chris Brauns, Cara Croft, Dave Harvey, David Mathis, J. A. Medders, Sam Rainer, Chase Replogle, William Vanderbloemen, Kristen Wetherell, Jared C. Wilson, and Jeremy Writebol. About the AuthorBenjamin Vrbicek (M. Div., Covenant Theological Seminary) is a teaching pastor at Community Evangelical Free Church in Harrisburg, PA. Benjamin and his wife, Brooke, have six children. He blogs regularly and has written for Desiring God, The Gospel Coalition, and For The Church. He is the author of Struggle Against Porn and coauthor of More People to Love. Endorsements"Filled with wise advice and practical tips . . . I highly recommend it "Kevin Kompelien, President of the Evangelical Free Church of America"I use this book in my seminary course on candidating." Joel D. Hathaway, Covenant Theological Seminary and author of Finding a Pastor"I see a great need for Benjamin's book. There is nothing else like it "Timothy Brindle, hip-hop recording artist and admissions counselor, Westminster Theological Seminary"I love the overall gospel foundation . . . and the practical focus that stems out of it." Gavin Ortlund, pastor and author"Pick up Benjamin's book, read it, and profit from his hard-won wisdom." Alex Duke, editor for 9Marks"A must-read for future seminary graduates or transitioning pastors." Jen Oshman, former overseas missionary, pastor's wife, and author"Practical, wise, and well written, I don't know of any other book as valuable during your transitions." Chase Replogle, pastor and host of the Pastor Writer podcast"This book will give you biblical guidance and will also build up your soul." Jeff Robinson, pastor, author, and editor for The Gospel Coalition"This book is refreshingly practical and ministry-specific-all meat, no grizzle." Kyle Rohane, editor for CTPastors.com and BuildingChurchLeaders.com

God designed the Gospel message to give birth to a community of people called The Church. This group of people, while invisible, is made visible through local churches. EACH PART WORKING PROPERLY is a book about why these local churches matter and how to be a healthy member in one, specifically Community Evangelical Free Church in Harrisburg, PA. Or to say it the way Paul did: this book celebrates that "when each part is working properly," God builds his church in love (Ephesians 4:16). And what could be more important than learning about God's construction project, and even participating in it? Disclosure: While this book should be a benefit to all, it has been written with a particular focus on one local church and its denomination, namely, Community Evangelical Free Church in the Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA).]