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Through a close exegetical reading of Paul's letters, this volume shows how Paul prioritized moral formation and community-building in his pastoral ministry and placed the practice of communal discernment in churches at the heart of life in the Spirit. Applying these fundamental insights for today's churches, Lewis reclaims Paul's primary pastoral emphasis on moral discernment and community-building, showing how this practice can be used in a variety of local church communities.

"Christian Leadership: Honor, Reverence, and Respect for God and His Word" is an insightful and transformative guide for church leaders and believers who seek to uphold biblical standards of leadership. Dr. Clyde Simpson explores the critical role of integrity, character, and reverence for God's Word in guiding God's people, addressing common leadership pitfalls and offering practical solutions based on Scripture. Drawing from both Old and New Testament examples, this book challenges the modern-day church to return to God-centered leadership that honors His principles. Dr.

Read by the author. Expanding the mission of Jesus isn't a short-term sprint--it's a marathon. If you don't lead with health, you won't last. So how do healthy leaders start and grow movements? They multiply. Multiplication isn't about burning out in a flurry of activity. It's about leading in a...

The knowledge of one's purpose is the key to unlocking one's fullest potential. It is the fuel of vision, and very few discover it. In this book, Rotimi Kehinde prolifically expounds on finding your unique purpose, developing a platform, and leaving a legacy. It's compelling, witty, and fun, and the truth is artfully expressed in a masterpiece that will get you living the life you were created to live.

This book, Faith and Valor – Leading with the Seven Army Values, is more than a book on military leadership—it is a universal call to live with conviction, courage, and character. Rooted in Army doctrine and grounded in biblical truth, each chapter has shown how the timeless values of Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage shape effective leaders and men and women of substance and faith.

Gene Edwards offers a provocative examination of the early church, highlighting a time when leadership was entirely in the hands of ordinary believers—non-professionals without titles, theological degrees, or ecclesiastical authority. Drawing from both Scripture and historical context, Edwards illustrates how the explosive growth and spiritual vitality of the first-century church thrived under lay leadership. He argues that the church’s earliest years were marked by simplicity, spontaneity, and a deep dependency on Christ as the true head of the body.

Many leaders like the concept of having a team. Unfortunately, some church leaders function more as an owner rather than a team member. Seventy helps church leaders fulfill their role in building, developing, and working with teams. It offers insights into the challenges of doing ministry as a team and practically addresses how to overcome these challenges. If you care about the church, believe in apostolic ministry—following the apostles’ example—and want to experience the book of Acts in the 21st century, this book is for you. Everyone needs a team.

In Letter of Consolation, Pierre Viret—John Calvin’s friend and a forgotten hero of the Reformation—comforts and encourages his people through intense persecution. This book is a new translation of Viret’s writing during seasons of Roman Catholic oppression and up to the legalization of Protestant worship in France in 1559. The letter explores not only the Protestant Christian response to tyranny and hardship, but also how to maintain faith as persecution recedes.

Wayne Alcorn has seen the radical life-change that happens in men as they embrace the love of God the Father. And he has seen that love heal and transform men’s lives—his father’s, his own and the countless men across Australia he has talked to and helped heal. This is his—and their—story. And the story of how God’s love transforms generations. A story that just might change your life.

En Fundamentos Bíblicos para la Iglesia Basada en Células, el Dr. Comiskey establece la base bíblica para el ministerio de grupos pequeños. Comiskey primero examina la comunidad dentro de la Trinidad y la estructura familiar del grupo pequeño en el Antiguo Testamento. Luego explora cómo Jesús implementó la nueva familia de Dios a través de las comunidades estrechamente unidas que encontramos en las iglesias en las casas. Comiskey luego cubre ampliamente cómo la iglesia primitiva se reunía en las casas, levantó liderazgos desde el interior y reunió a las iglesias en las casas para celebrar.

With its practical advice and insightful wisdom, this guide will help you deepen your faith and connect with your higher purpose. Whether you're a seasoned disciple or just starting on your path, this guide will challenge and enlighten you, guiding you towards a more fulfilling and purposeful life. Don't wait any longer to start your journey towards true discipleship—let this guide be your companion along the way!

In volume 2 of this series, Mark Talbot explores Scripture’s account of the origin, spread, and eventual end of suffering, giving Christians the perspective they need to get through life’s difficult times. He encourages listeners to see themselves within the Bible’s storyline (creation, rebellion, redemption, and consummation), finding the courage to endure and taking comfort that God is at work for their good.

Tithing and offering are deeply biblical practices that have played a central role in Christian understanding and practice throughout history. They are seen as acts of worship, expressions of faith, and means of supporting the work of the Church. While their specific implementation may vary among different Christian denominations, the foundational principles of stewardship, generosity, and support for God's work remain a shared part of Christian belief and practice.

In this book, Tony Merida highlights how in-person Sunday gatherings are central to God’s plans and to our faith and joy. He reminds believers of their privileges as citizens of heaven, members of God’s family, and stones in God’s temple.

Prayer is an essential element of pastoral calling, yet many ministers struggle to devote consistent time and affection to this sacred means of grace. In this short book, David T. Irving motivates his fellow pastors to pray more for their people and their ministries.

In the intricate tapestry of modern society, Christian discipleship unfolds as a transformative odyssey that illuminates the path to purpose and meaning. This journey is far from passive; it's a dynamic and intentional exploration of faith, deeply rooted in the teachings of Christ. As believers embark on this expedition, they actively cultivate the virtues of compassion, love, and humility, thereby, weaving these virtues into the very fabric of their lives. No longer confined to abstract beliefs, these principles become living expressions that elevate every facet of their existence.

The idea of Christian unity presents an attractive ideal. Yet it is more than an ideal. Those who have been joined together with Christ through the new covenant have also been joined together with one another. Such ideas can be difficult to accept considering the overall state of the church today. But God has a plan for these last days, and it involves the members of his unified body loving one another and working together to fulfill his purposes.

Go with Jamie Buckingham to the land of Jesus, the land of Israel. There, in this 50-day devotional, you will have "A Face-to-Face Encounter with the Messiah." The Nazarene invites you to a sacred, personal meeting with Jesus. Richly woven with threads of scripture, meditation, and vivid imagery, this 50-day devotional will challenge your mind, excite your imagination, and stir your heart. You will walk where Jesus walked, stand with him on the windswept shores of Galilee, and sit with him at home in the Temple.

People are leaving the Church in record numbers, and they are not being silent about their reasons. With terms like “deconstructing” and “exvangelical”, they are letting the Church know that they are unhappy with the direction the Church is taking on any number of issues.

Come on a transformative journey through First Peter that examines Peter's words in depth, explores biblical principles, and helps you see yourself as God sees you. It is a practical look at why God allows suffering in our lives, and the surprising benefit it provides us. It is a discovery of your value, your identity, and the mighty purpose God has for you.