Author : Charles E. Lawless
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 43,50 MB
Release : 2005
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0310262860
Based on a national study, this book shows how churches can move both new andold members into ministry by implementing effective new members' classes.
Author : Joe T. Odle
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 32,92 MB
Release : 1986-12
Category : Baptists
ISBN : 0805494014
More than twenty years have passed since the first edition of this book was published. During that time over one million copies have been printed, and the book has been used in churches throughout the United States and in mission fields around the world. Portions of the material have been translated into at least five foreign languages, and a Chinese edition was published in Hong Kong.
Author : Michael Horton
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 13,19 MB
Release : 2009-10-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1441205241
In his well-received Christless Christianity Michael Horton offered a prophetic wake-up call for a self-centered American church. With The Gospel-Driven Life he turns from the crisis to the solutions, offering his recommendations for a new reformation in the faith, practice, and witness of contemporary Christianity. This insightful book will guide readers in reorienting their faith and the church's purpose toward the good news of the gospel. The first six chapters explore that breaking news from heaven, while the rest of the book focuses on the kind of community that the gospel generates and the surprising ways in which God is at work in the world. Here is fresh news for Christians who are burned out on hype and are looking for hope.
Author : Patricia S. Lotich
Publisher : Bowkers
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 11,90 MB
Release : 2020-01-17
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780991645022
Church leaders understand that managing the day-to-day operations of a church can be challenging because of limited resources, managing volunteer labor, and supporting the needs of the congregation. Smart Church Management: A Quality Approach to Church Administration, Third Edition is an updated guide for managing the resources of a church - which is people, time and money. This book provides tools and examples for decision making and problem-solving for church administration that is easy to understand and more importantly, quick to implement! This book also includes discussion questions to provoke thought and discussion for church teams. This book is ideal for ministry students, church boards, church leadership and church administrators.
Author : Thom S. Rainer
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 96 pages
File Size : 49,47 MB
Release : 2013-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1433679736
It is impossible to grow to spiritual maturity by yourself. You must be connected to the other parts of the Body. This wonderful little book explains the power of belonging to a church family.
Author : Jonathan Leeman
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 146 pages
File Size : 11,54 MB
Release : 2012-04-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1433532409
Jonathan Leeman addresses the commonly asked (and often unanswered) question of, "Why should I join a church?" in a time when many are shunning the practice of organized religion. By offering a brief, straightforward explanation of what church membership is and why it's important, Leeman gives the local church its proper due and builds a case for committing to the local body. Church Membership is a useful tool for churches to distribute en masse to new and potential members of their congregation. This volume is part of the 9Marks: Building Healthy Churches series. Look for upcoming, quick-read formats of the following marks of a healthy church: expositional preaching, biblical theology, the gospel, conversion, evangelism, church discipline, discipleship and growth, and church leadership.
Author : Rick Warren
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 13,48 MB
Release : 2007-09-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0310294088
The issue is church health, not church growth—if your church is healthy, growth will occur naturally. So how do we make healthy churches, driven by purpose? In order for any church to thrive, it must be built around the five New Testament purposes given to the church by Jesus Christ. In this classic of Christian church stability, pastor and bestselling author of The Purpose Driven Life Rick Warren unpacks this proven five-part strategy that will enable your church to grow: Warmer through fellowship. Deeper through discipleship. Stronger through worship. Broader through ministry. Larger through evangelism. Every church is driven by something. Tradition, finances, programs, personalities, events, seekers, and even buildings can each be the controlling force in a church. But Warren will show you how to concentrate on building people and let God build the church. In other words, healthy, consistent growth is the result of balancing the five biblical purposes of the church. And The Purpose Driven Church will show you how to do that. “The Purpose Driven Church has brought focus and direction to more pastors and church leaders than you can count. What a gift!”—John Ortberg, bestselling author.
Author : Mark Stamm
Publisher : Upper Room Books
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 14,93 MB
Release : 2015-05-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0881777706
A resource for both newcomers to the United Methodist Church and those who have been members for decades, Our Membership Vows is a wonderful reflection on the vows each member takes upon joining the church. Members make covenant to uphold the vows, and each one is discussed in this easy-to-read booklet. A great gift idea for churches to give to new members.
Author : Wayne A. Mack
Publisher : P & R Publishing
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 33,27 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780875523552
This book clearly introduces uss to the meaning of church membership, the traits of a good church, and how we are to function as parts of the body. Includes practical discussions of church leadership, male and female roles, confrontation, unity & prayer.
Author : Chuck Lawless
Publisher :
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 17,26 MB
Release : 2014-01-31
Category :
ISBN : 9780615960890
Chuck Lawless loves the local church. He also loves the Great Commission. And one of his passions is to see every member of the body of Christ become a Great Commission member. The concept of Nobodies for Jesus is simple but profound: take 14 days and develop a Great Commission lifestyle. The book weaves through numerous New Testament narratives to show how "regular" people, "nobodies," became somebody for the sake of the gospel. This book, if taken seriously, has the ability to transform individuals, groups, and even entire churches. The 14-day study guide is excellent for use in multiple settings.
