This comprehensive study of the worship service style that is influencing thousands of churches and their leaders worldwide addresses controversies and draws lessons for the church today.… Read more…
From politics to religion. From adversity to trust and truth. From the deadly serious to the seriously humorous, you'll read quotes comfortably familiar and refreshingly new. This book is ideal for:anyone with a passion for trivia—and not enough time to read a book a weeka speaker, preacher, teacher, lecturer, presenter, or writer—to add s… Read more…
Leanne Payne explains the basis of her counseling ministry--Christ's indwelling presence that brings the power of the incarnation into wounded lives.… Read more…
In this book, three missiologists (Priest, Campbell, and Mullen) wrestle with the issue of spiritual power. The first two chapters deal with spiritual warfare while the third chapter affirms the role of prayer and the Holy Spirit in missions.… Read more…
In this clear, comprehensive guide, church financial management expert Jack Henry explains all the basics of building a solid church budgeting system. The book includes sample forms with complete instructions and commentary. … Read more…
In this ground-breaking book, pastoral counselor Andrew Lester demonstrates that pastoral theology (as well as social and behavioral sciences) has neglected to address effectively the predominant cause of human suffering: a lack of hope, a sense of futurelessness. Lester not only looks at the reasons why addressing the ideas of hope and despair has been over… Read more…
"Sheep swapping", "shuffling of the saints"- Whatever you call it, many churches are growing only because Christians transfer from one church to another. What's more, many churches aren't growing at all. The problem, according to authors, Dann Spader and Gary Mayes, is that too many church calendars are filled with outdated, mediocre programs tha… Read more…
Pastors will find proven strategies for effectively breaking through barriers to church growth, including the important but often difficult task of delegation of authority and work.… Read more…
Grasp God's Presence in Everyday Life Bestselling fiction author Tracie Peterson turns her storytelling talent to this enlightening devotional that will open the eyes of your heart to God's ever-present love.Discover the Abundance of God's Eternal PresenceLike a conversation with a dear friend, these intimate devotions will help you feel a rare b… Read more…
One of the most thorough presentations in print on Mormon theology compares each teaching with what the Bible says. Designed for quick reference.… Read more…
In this instructive book, Hugh Halverstadt advocates a Christian vision of shalom for an ethical process of conflict management. He shows how respectfulness, assertiveness, accountability, and a focus on the larger common good should all serve as Christian behavioral standards. The book is ideal for addressing ministries, church systems, and other nonprofit … Read more…