Explores a variety of growing churches to identify what is making the difference between them and churches which are static or declining. In addition to numerical growth, it asks how we measure spiritual growth and identifies the signs of spiritual vitality, laying a practical and theological foundation for continued growth into the future.
What Works at Local Church Level
Focusing on growth strategies for local churches, this guide offers busy church leaders practical tools for prayer, discussion, and planning. It includes insightful questions and research-based strategies designed to inspire and facilitate effective church development.
Focusing on the ministry of welcoming, this complete course provides strategies for transforming a church's approach to newcomers. It emphasizes the importance of involvement from every member, offering practical guidance to ensure that all individuals contribute to creating a welcoming environment. The book aims to enhance the overall experience for newcomers and foster a sense of community within the congregation.
Set in the early 1900s, the story follows Lew, a young lawyer pursuing success in Indian Territory. He encounters Sam, a Creek Indian in jail, who offers a portion of his tribal land allotment as payment for legal assistance. Although the land is only forty acres of unproductive scrub, this transaction highlights themes of desperation, cultural intersections, and the complexities of legal and personal relationships in a changing America.
Focusing on the importance of inclusivity, this course aims to transform church culture by emphasizing the collective responsibility of welcoming newcomers. It provides practical guidance for the entire congregation, ensuring that every member understands their role in creating a hospitable environment. The Members' Manual serves as a comprehensive resource for individuals participating in the course, fostering a sense of community and engagement within the church.
Sadistic Thinking from Mankind's Invisible Stalker
Exploring the perspective of a divine antagonist, this book delves into the complex thoughts and motivations of an entity opposed to humanity. It presents a thought-provoking narrative that challenges readers to consider the implications of these views on human existence and morality. Through a blend of philosophical inquiry and theological reflection, the text invites contemplation on the nature of good and evil, and the ongoing struggle between divine forces and human agency.
Moving story of a family coping with their 10 year old child's accidental death. How charitable giving helped the healing process.
Long-awaited follow-up to Scottish poet A.B. Jackson's Forward Prize-winning first collection Fire Stations (Anvil, 2003)
A Doctor's Sword is the story of the incredible life of Aidan MacCarthy, an Irish doctor who survived Dunkirk, Japanese POW camps and the atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki. It is a story of survival, forgiveness and humanity at its most admirable.
