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Georgia

Preparing Your Church for Greater Growth

Over 90 percent of all Christian churches in the United States have fewer than 200 members. While they vary in shape, size, ethnicity, and denomination, they have one thing in common: the desire to grow. So why is it that some churches fail to grow for years, while other congregations in the same community increase exponentially?

The problem, says church marketing authority Richard Reising, is that most churches should not be doing promotion. Instead, they should focus on the preparation that will make members eager to invite others. In ChurchMarketing 101(R), he demystifies basic marketing principles for the church, evaluates them against biblical principles, and illustrates how simple changes can remove roadblocks that hinder members from reaching out. Reising's simple yet insightful approach will be invaluable to pastors and ministry leaders from churches of all denominations and styles.

Church Marketing 101

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Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Texas

History

What is the truth?

John Calvin

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Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Florida

Terry desires to teach people how to identify with a lost, a dying world and then show them how they are the key to changing it.

God's Armor Bearer

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David W. Shenk

Ervin R. Stutzman

Indiana

New Testament Models of Church Planting

David W. Shenk and Ervin R. Stutzman weave into the biblical commentary practical applications gleaned from contemporary theology, anthropology, sociology, psychology, and communication theory. Includes questions for review, study, and discussion.

Creating Communities of the Kingdom

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Mark DeVries

Why Most Youth Ministry Doesn't Last and What Your Church Can Do about It

You're looking for a youth pastor. Again.What goes wrong? Why do youth ministries crumble? And what is the cost to students, parents, volunteers and church staff?Is a sustainable youth ministry possible, even after a youth pastor leaves?Youth ministry expert Mark DeVries knows the answer is yes, because he helps build sustainable youth ministries through his coaching service called Youth Ministry Architects. So take heart: No matter what state the youth ministry at your church is in--in need of a leader and volunteers, full of battles and stress, large or small in number--it can be built to survive and to last for the long haul.Based on his own experience and on his many conversations and interviews with churches in crisis, DeVries pinpoints problems that cause division and burnout and dispels strongly held myths. He then provides the practical tools and structures pastors and church leaders need to lay a strong foundation for your ministry so that it isn't built on a person or the latest, greatest student ministry trend.His accessible guidance

 * helps senior pastors and search committees create a realistic job description for a youth pastor
 * provides tips for making wise hiring decisions
 * equips youth pastors to build a strong volunteer team
 * offers creative solutions to help youth pastors set and keep boundaries
 * gives a road map for navigating church politics
 * and more

Building a sustainable youth ministry is not easy, and it's not quick. But with commitment to the process, hard work and DeVries's guidance, you can put together a healthy youth ministry--one that fits your church and lasts for the long haul. Youth ministry can last. Here's how.

Sustainable Youth Ministry

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Virginia

A Journey into the Apostolic Future of the Church





How the Church can recover her original, apostolic ways and become a high-impact Jesus movement again in the West.

The church is on the verge of massive, category shifting, change. Contemporary church growth, despite its many blessings, has failed to stem the decline of Christianity in the West, and we are now facing the fact that more of the same will not produce different results.

We are already seeing this new form of the church emerge in our day--an apostolic, reproducing Movement that's driven by a desire to see Biblical Christianity reestablished. Alan Hirsch and Dave Ferguson call this the "apostolic movement" because it's more resonant with the form of church that we witness in the New Testament and in the great missional movements of history.

And we are on the verge of a new apostolic movement...

In this book, Christian thought-leaders Hirsch and Ferguson share a rich array of theology, theory, and best practices, along with inspiring stories about leaders who have rightly diagnosed their churches' failure to embrace a biblical model of mission and have moved toward a fuller expression of the gospel.

On the Verge will help church leaders:

 * Imagine the contemporary Church from the apostolic perspective--how we got from there to here.
 * Shift our mindset from technique (how to "do church") to embodiment (how to live as Christ's Church)
 * Learn how to value, approach, and understand innovation.
 * Move whole-heartedly toward the apostolic, missional movement.

Many of the best and brightest leaders in the contemporary church are now making shifts in the way they think, lead, and organize. On the Verge will help church leaders discover how these forerunners and their insights are launching a new apostolic movementand how any church can get involved.

On the Verge

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Cover has some bends/creases and discoloration on inside front cover. Library book. Writing, underlining, spotting, and highlighting throughout book. First edition 

Exercise thyself unto godliness . 

Assembling Together 

Richard B. Gaffin

Lane G. Tipton

Jeffrey C. Waddington

Only one annotation in this book and some minor bends in some pages. No damage, great spine. Reformed Presbyterian collection of essays in honor of theologian Richard B. Gaffin Jr. 

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

New Mexico

Theology in Service of the Church: Essays in Honor of Richard B. Gaffin, Jr

Written in Gaffin's honor, this Festschrift features essays by twenty-three pastors and scholars: D. A. Carson Dennis Johnson G. K. Beale Peter A. Lillback William Edgar K. Scott Oliphint John Currie Phillip B. Ryken Bruce Waltke Vern Poythress Lane Tipton C. E. Hill David B. Garner William D. Dennison William F. Snodgrass Jonathan B. Rockey Jeffrey K. Jue Mark A. Garcia John Fesko Jeffrey Waddington David B. McWilliams James J. Cassidy Eric B. Watkins Resurrection and Eschatology emphasizes the fruits of Dr. Gaffin's labor in three key areas: biblical and systematic theology, historical and polemical theology, and pastoral theology. A wide range of scholars contribute essays demonstrating his influence in biblical and theological studies, and pastors offer sermons showing how his theology can be brought to the pulpit.

Resurrection and Eschatology

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Thom Schultz

Joani Schultz

Cover is in good condition, slight curl at front cover corner. Pages are all clean, one page has a crinkle as shown in picture.

Missouri

And How to Fix It

Nowhere is educational reform more needed than in the church. This book arouses enthusiasm for the task. It's a refreshing call to active learning and a practical manual for renewing the education program of a local church.--Thomas Fleming

Why Nobody Learns Much of Anything at Church

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Brandon Hatmaker

Arkansas

Serving the Least in a Consumer Culture

There's got to be more to church than this.

People around the world are seeking a community that focuses more on others than on themselves. Yet most don't know where to start.

Drawing from his own journey, Brandon Hatmaker reminds us that serving the least is not a trendy act of benevolence but a lifestyle of authentic community and spiritual transformation. In Barefoot Church, he explains:

 * Practical ideas for creating service-based, missional communities
 * How the organizational structure of a church can be created or restructured for mission in any context
 * How any church can truly be a catalyst for individual, collective, and social renewal

Whether you are a leader or a layperson, this book is meant to renew your passion for the church and inspire you to take your affections off yourself, place them on people who have nothing to offer you, and lead others to do the same.

Barefoot Church

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Richard Wurmbrand

New York

"Months of solitary confinement, years of periodic physical torture, constant suffering from hunger and cold, the anguish of brain-washing and mental cruelty these are the experiences of a Romanian pastor during his fourteen years in Communist prisons. His crime, like that of thousands of others, was his fervent belief in Jesus Christ and his public witness concerning his faith. Meeting in homes, in basements, and in woods sometimes daring to preach in public on street corners these faithful souls persisted in their Christian witness knowing full well the ultimate cost of their actions. This is their story a classic account of courage, tenacious faith, and unbelievable endurance. This history of the Underground Church reflects the continuing struggle in many parts of the world today"--Page 4 of cover.

Tortured for Christ 30th Anniversary Edition

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Morris West

Kenneth Woodward

I donate and give books away frequently, my page is always updating, please message me before buying so I can make sure I still have it! Buy before it’s gone!

Smoke free home + will pack with care!:)

Maryland

In a desolate village in southern Italy, the life and death of Giacamo Nerone has inspired talk of sainthood. Father Blaise Meredith, a dying English priest, is sent from the Vatican to investigate. Morris West deftly explores the meaning of faith in this intriguing tale of secrets, lies, and sanctity.

The Devil's Advocate

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David Joachim

Wisconsin

A Special Collection of over 400 Potluck Recipes from Families and Churches Across the Country

As Americans rediscover their connection to food, some of our most treasured family recipes are making their way back to the table. These are not recipes that you can find in any standard cookbook. These recipes have been passed down from generation to generation, picking up the unique touch of each family member that has made them. Traditionally, these recipes are hard to come by. Only the most trusted friends and relatives are privy to them. To find these treasured morsels, The Church Supper Cookbook went straight to the local legends of community cooking: America's small-town cooks. We asked nicely (pleaded in some cases!) and were graced with the good fortune of more than 375 delicious, time-honored dishes from our country's best cooks. The Church Supper Cookbook is meant for home cooks who appreciate the value of the hard-to-find recipe served by a neighbor at a potluck or brought to a holiday gathering by a family member. Every recipe has a special flavor twist or clever cooking technique that makes it unique. Most recipes also include a heartwarming note from the cook. This is the book to turn to when you need to bring a fabulous dish to a family get-together or community function. Almost every recipe can be made ahead and taken along. These dishes are perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, and weeknights, too. They come together quickly, and the ingredients are probably already in your kitchen. With this book, you're sure to find plenty of new and tasty ways to feed your family. From brunch to dessert, The Church Supper Cookbook has it covered. Among the special features: * Family-size recipes that serve 6 to 8 people * Useful table of cooking equivalents * Recipes to feed a crowd of 15 or 100 * Ingenious cooking shortcuts * Perfect potluck dishes * Over 150 cakes, cookies, pies, and puddingsShow More.

The Church Supper Cookbook

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James H. Grant Jr.

R. Kent Hughes

Excellent commentary and exposition of the NT books 1-2 Thessalonians by James H. Grant. Part of the Preaching the Word series from Crossway. This copy has very minor shelf wear. No annotations. Crisp, clean and ready to read/study from. 

The Hope of Salvation (Redesign)

This commentary on 1 and 2 Thessalonians unpacks these two letters by the apostle Paul and applies their message to our lives. Grant delivers careful exposition and urges us to live in light of Christ's second coming.

1-2 Thessalonians

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This book is in excellent condition, with no wear on the spine. Pages are clean and unmarked. The cover is clean and unbent, though slightly faded on the spine. Printed in 1980.

Minnesota

This book is about the processes by which Christians of the first century came to understand Jesus as they did. Some writers represent these as 'evolutionary', as though a merely human teacher came to be thought of as a divine figure (a new species, so to speak). Professor Moule suggests that 'development' is a preferable analogy, implying not the evolution of a new species of figure, but the development of understanding of what was there in Jesus from the beginning. The author re-examines four familiar characterizations of Jesus as 'the Son of Man', 'the Son of God', 'Christ' and 'Lord'; then he considers the reflexion in the Pauline epistles of an experience of Jesus as more than individual. In his concluding chapter Professor Moule speculates, in dialogue with Dr Haddon Willmer, about the implications of his findings for Christian doctrine. The book, which earned for the author the Collins Biennial Religious Book Award in 1977, embodies his 1974 Moorhouse Lectures in Melbourne, Australia. It was first published in June 1977.

The Origin of Christology

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#religion #faith #church #Christian #autobiography #christianity 

 #Evangelism #spirituality Yancey, whose explorations of faith have made him a guide I for millions, feels no need to defend the church. "When someone tells me yet another horror story about the church, I respond, 'Oh, it's even worse than that. Let me tell you my story.' I have spent most of my life in recovery from the church."
Yancey acknowledges that many spiritual seekers find few answers and little solace in the institutional church. "I have met many people, and heard from many more, who have gone through a similar process of mining truth from their religious past: Roman Catholics who flinch whenever they see a nun or priest, former Seventh Day Adventists who cannot drink a cup of coffee without a stab of guilt, Mennonites who worry whether wedding rings give evidence of worldliness."

How did Yancey manage to survive spiritually despite early encounters with a racist, legalistic church that he now views as almost cultic? In this, his most soul-searching book yet, he probes that very question. He tells the story of his own struggle to reclaim belief, interwoven with inspiring portraits of notable people from all walks of life, whom he calls his spiritual directors. Soul Survivor is his tribute to 13 remarkable individuals, mentors who transformed his life and work.



California

How My Faith Survived the Church

Philip Yancey, whose explorations of faith have made him a guide for millions of readers, feels no need to defend the church. When someone tells me yet another horror story about the church, I respond, 'Oh, it's even worse than that. Let me tell you my story.'I have spent most of my life in recovery from the church.
Yancey acknowledges that many spiritual seekers find few answers and little solace in the institutional church. I have met many people, and heard from many more, who have gone through a similar process of mining truth from their religious past: Roman Catholics who flinch whenever they see a nun or priest, former Seventh Day Adventists who cannot drink a cup of coffee without a stab of guilt, Mennonites who worry whether wedding rings give evidence of worldliness.
How did Yancey manage to survive spiritually despite early encounters with a racist, legalistic church that he now views as almost cultic? In this, his most soul-searching book yet, he probes that very question. He tells the story of his own struggle to reclaim belief, interwoven with inspiring portraits of notable people from all walks of life, whom he calls his spiritual directors. Soul Survivor is his tribute to thirteen remarkable individuals, mentors who transformed his life and work.
Besides recalling their effect on him, Yancey also provides fresh glimpses of the lives and faith journeys of each one. From the scatterbrained journalist G. K. Chesterton to the tortured novelists Tolstoy and Dostoevsky, to contemporaries such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Annie Dillard, and Robert Coles, Yancey gives inspiring portraits of those who modeled for him a life-enhancing rather than a life-constrictingfaith.
I became a writer, I now believe, to sort out and reclaim words used and misused by the Christians of my youth, Yancey says. These are the people who ushered me into the Kingdom. In many ways they are why I remain a Christian today, and I want to introduce them to other spiritual seekers.
Soul Survivor offers illuminating insights that will enrich the lives of veteran believers and cautious seekers alike. Yancey's own story, unveiled here as never before, is a beacon for those who seek to rejuvenate their faith, and for those who are still longing for something to have faith in.

Soul Survivor

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Blazing a New Path for the Sunday School of the Future

Mike Ratliff identifies the Sacred Challenge that is and has been occurring in Sunday school ministries. Ratliff strives to help Sunday schools move into new areas of ministry and mission by offering examples, stories, and models of changes, which he has gathered through out his ministry. The book remains true to the tradition of Sunday school, respecting its past while also focusing on ways to cast that tradition in a new era. Ratliff is both gentle and pastoral in his approach to this extremely sensitivity topic, yet he challenges Christian Educators to look beyond the ordinary to extraordinary.

Sacred Challenge

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The Five People You Meet In Heaven

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North Carolina

7 Keys to Improving Your Life Every Day

Become a Better You

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Eldin Villafane

Cover is in good condition. Pages are crisp and tight but have underlining and margin notes.

Reflections on Urban Ministry

This volume extends a summons to today's churches to give primacy once again to urban ministry. Villafane lays out a vision of a church that, unlike the trend today, refuses to retreat from the challenges of city life.

Seek the Peace of the City

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Frederick A. Norwood

Traces the history of Methodism from the eighteenth-century Wesleyan movement through successive stages of theological development to its role in today's ecumenical movement

The Story of American Methodism

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The Misfit Mission

David Kinnaman

Aly Hawkins

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Pennsylvania

Why Young Christians Are Leaving Church ... and Rethinking Faith

Is the Church Losing the Next Generation? More than half of all Christian teens and twentysomethings leave active involvement in church. Based on research conducted by the Barna Group, You Lost Me exposes ways the Christian community has failed to equip young adults to live "in but not of" the world--to follow Christ in the midst of profound cultural change. This wide-ranging study debunks persistent myths about young dropouts and examines the likely consequences for young adults and for the church if we maintain the status quo. The faith journeys of the next generation are a challenge to the established church, but they can also be a source of hope for the community of faith. Kinnaman, with the help of contributors from across the Christian spectrum, offers ideas for pastors, youth leaders, parents, and educators to pass on a vibrant, lasting faith, and ideas for young adults to find themselves in wholehearted pursuit of Christ.

You Lost Me

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Barry Liesch

Straight Talk on Music and the Church

A comprehensive guide for pastors and worship leaders that balances worship styles around praise, fellowship, and evangelism.

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Richard L. Reising

Church Marketing 101

Catherine Mackenzie

John Calvin

Terry Nance

God's Armor Bearer

David W. Shenk; Ervin R. Stutzman

Creating Communities of the Kingdom

Mark DeVries

Sustainable Youth Ministry

Alan F. Hirsch; Dave Ferguson

On the Verge

Watchman Nee

Assembling Together

Richard B. Gaffin; Lane G. Tipton; Jeffrey C. Waddington

Resurrection and Eschatology

Thom Schultz; Joani Schultz

Why Nobody Learns Much of Anything at Church

Brandon Hatmaker

Barefoot Church

Richard Wurmbrand

Tortured for Christ 30th Anniversary Edition

Morris West; Kenneth Woodward

The Devil's Advocate

David Joachim

The Church Supper Cookbook

James H. Grant Jr.; R. Kent Hughes

1-2 Thessalonians

C. F. D. Moule

The Origin of Christology

Philip Yancey

Soul Survivor

Mike Ratliff

Sacred Challenge

Mitch Albom

The Five People You Meet In Heaven

Joel Osteen