Planting A Church Without Losing Your Soul

Author : Tim Morey
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830853434

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Planting a Church Without Losing Your Soul by Tim Morey Pdf

Christianity Today Book Award What does it take to be a church planter or other ministry entrepreneur? Most leaders start out with passion, a sense of calling, and a focus on building ministry skills. Such things might get some results, but they are not enough to sustain a healthy ministry—or a healthy life. Beyond the vocational capacities every church planter needs, there's a range of capabilities more difficult to measure but even more essential: what veteran church planter Tim Morey calls spiritual competencies. Morey provides here a practical guide to spiritual formation geared to the unique needs of church planters. He helps readers answer the questions, What are the spiritual capabilities that I as a church planter need to develop? How might I lean into the work Jesus is doing in these vital areas? Spiritual competencies have to do not just with behaviors but also with the motivations, agendas, and scripts that drive behaviors. Morey explores how church planters can become people who invest in their own physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual health accept limits and share responsibilities can be trusted with power are able to stay resilient and grow through difficulties can minister without being noticed find a sustainable pace that helps them avoid burnout The health of a church or any ministry organization is directly linked to the health of its leaders. Church planters may be used to improvising, but when it comes to their spiritual lives, they can't afford to just wing it. Featuring real-life stories from leaders, suggested practices, and discussion questions in each chapter, this book will equip individuals and teams (and those who coach them) to commit to an intentional plan for spiritual formation—for the good of their churches, their relationships, and their own lives as disciples of Jesus.

Author : Ken L. Davis
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2023-07-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781666749199

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Foundations for Fruitful Church Planting by Ken L. Davis Pdf

Church planting is one of the most challenging yet rewarding adventures you can embark on. Often zealous planters and their teams launch their new church prematurely, without taking time to lay a firm foundation for long-term fruitful ministry. Failure to do so often results in a weakened new church, or even the new church closing after a few years. Rather than focusing on methodology, the how to’s of church planting, this book gives attention to six foundational concerns wise planters will need to nail down before they ever plant: •Biblical foundations, •Theological foundations, • Ecclesiological foundations, • Missiological foundations, •Spiritual foundations, •Practical foundations. Although helpful for a wide range of planting leaders, this book is particularly written for four specific groups: •those who feel called to plant and are making preparations; •their planting teammates and launch leaders; •those exploring church planting; •those who coach and train church planters. Foundations for Fruitful Church Planting serves as a comprehensive resource that will guide you to think strategically, plan carefully, and prepare thoroughly to birth a healthy, growing, and reproducing congregation. Each chapter includes recommended resources, discussion questions, and follow-through exercises.

Author : Michael Moynagh
Publisher : SCM Press
Page : 513 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2014-04-15
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780334048077

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Church for Every Context by Michael Moynagh Pdf

The first comprehensive textbook on the theology and methodology of Fresh Expressions, one of the most important developments within the contemporary church.

Author : Michael Moynagh
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 461 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2018-03-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781532649882

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Church in Life by Michael Moynagh Pdf

Church in Life breaks fresh ground by proposing a new framework for thinking about innovation in the church, by arguing that starting new ecclesial communities should be at the centre of the church’s life and thought, and by offering new theology and methodologies for church planting. Church planters will find in it the theoretical and practical resources for a radical missional ecclesiology, while theologians will find a nuanced reworking of the purpose and nature of the church.

Author : Brian Bloye,Amy Bloye
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2012-04-23
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780310494553

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It's Personal by Brian Bloye,Amy Bloye Pdf

A challenging and encouraging manual for day-to-day life in ministry written specifically for couples who want to do more than survive the process of church planting and leadership—who want to actually thrive and grow in faith together as a family. Though we may feel like we can't show it, every aspect of planting a church is personal. Church planters and those in ministry leadership roles give so much to starting and growing healthy, thriving churches that when some people inevitably criticize the church, or leave altogether, it's hard not to take it personally. Brian and Amy Bloye know firsthand the emotional and relational toll that planting churches can take. In It's Personal—part of the Exponential series, inspiring and equipping next-generation church planters—the Bloye's get personal about finding the right balance of family and ministry. Planting a church is more than a ministry—it's a calling that touches every aspect of your life in very personal ways. With intimacy and wisdom, Brian and Amy discuss topics like: How to protect your marriage while planting a church. How to respond to growth and change. How to lead well while still maintaining space and time for family. How to know when it’s becoming too personal. With a forward by Andy Stanley, It's Personal will challenge and encourage you to avoid some of the pitfalls of planting a church and be equipped to build both strong and prevailing ministries, and healthy marriages and families. Each chapter includes interviews with church-planting couples who share their personal joys and struggles, giving you authentic insight into the issues families face when planting a church.

Author : Robert E. Logan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2019-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1944955542

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The Church Planting Journey by Robert E. Logan Pdf

Author : Aubrey Malphurs
Publisher : Baker Books
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2011-02-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1441214569

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The Nuts and Bolts of Church Planting by Aubrey Malphurs Pdf

Most books on church planting offer a model for churches to replicate--usually one that is tied to a particular style, generation, or demographic. But what churches really need is a process that is flexible, not bound to a particular time or current fad. In The Nuts and Bolts of Church Planting, trusted author and church-planting expert Aubrey Malphurs shares the basic steps any church planter will need, regardless of his or her generation now or in the future. These steps include establishing values, mission, vision, and strategy reaching the community making disciples recruiting a team determining location and facilities raising money for the ministry With instant practical takeaway based on proven techniques, this book will be invaluable to any church planter.

Author : Roger Standing
Publisher : SCM Press
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2013-02-19
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780334049357

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As A Fire by Burning by Roger Standing Pdf

Mission is the key subject in all denominations. All who prepare for ministry will have to study mission. Several training institutions have already created posts to train students in pioneer ministry.This is a book that brings together current missiological thinking and practical experience in a variety of local settings

Author : Joel Thomas Comiskey
Publisher : Joel Comiskey
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2008-12-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9780979067983

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Planting Churches That Reproduce by Joel Thomas Comiskey Pdf

Small group resources tend to overlook the spiritual side of small group leadership. And yet most would agree that spiritual preparation is the most important aspect of leading a small group. Only Gods supernatural power can draw people to the truth and liberate them to be all that God wants them to be. The key distinction of this book is the spiritual perspective it gives to small group ministry. So much of the literature about small groups that is already published relates to small group technique and only touches briefly on the Spirits power. This book is a practical reference guide to help small group leadership begin to move in the supernatural realm. The books first priority is to help small group leaders and members trust the Holy Spirit to lead them, empower them and work in their group. Small group facilitators often sense a lack of guidance, power and spiritual authority. Jesus knew His disciples would be powerless without a touch from the Holy Spirit, and so He told them to wait in Jerusalem, saying, You will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8). Small group leaders need a power boost to make small group ministry relevant and exciting. The second priority of this book is to help the facilitator identify and mobilize each small group member to use his or her own spiritual gifts.

Author : C. Peter Wagner
Publisher : Wipf and Stock Publishers
Page : 157 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2010-03-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781608994410

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Church Planting for a Greater Harvest by C. Peter Wagner Pdf

For the past four decades this highly effective method of evangelism has been vastly overlooked. As a result, large segments of the population have remained unreached. No single church can meet every personÕs needs; thatÕs why planting new churches--ones that will meet the needs of speciþc groups--is so necessary. Now, after ten years of research and teaching on the subject, C. Peter Wagner shares his knowledge and insight in this comprehensive guide on how to plant a church. ItÕs an up-to-date textbook on church planting and a helpful summary of church growth principles in general. Church Planting for a Greater Harvest contains everything Wagner taught in his highly successful ÒHow to Plant a ChurchÓ seminar--a presentation that was offered sixteen times and drew 5,000 participants! Today, as we see a renewed interest in church planting, the Lord is blessing the efforts of church planters everywhere. The future can be an exciting time of growth for churches. Get ready to be carried into what could be the greatest era of harvest the world has ever seen!

Author : Len Tang,Charles E. Cotherman
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2019-10-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830852680

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Sent to Flourish by Len Tang,Charles E. Cotherman Pdf

How can church planters and their congregations flourish for the long haul? Written by a diverse team of scholar-practitioners and filled with real-world insights, stories, and questions for reflection and discussion, this guide gives church planters and their teams the tools to be theologically reflective, spiritually grounded, and missionally agile.

Author : Sarah J. Robinson
Publisher : WaterBrook
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2021-05-11
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780593193532

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I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die by Sarah J. Robinson Pdf

A compassionate, shame-free guide for your darkest days “A one-of-a-kind book . . . to read for yourself or give to a struggling friend or loved one without the fear that depression and suicidal thoughts will be minimized, medicalized or over-spiritualized.”—Kay Warren, cofounder of Saddleback Church What happens when loving Jesus doesn’t cure you of depression, anxiety, or suicidal thoughts? You might be crushed by shame over your mental illness, only to be told by well-meaning Christians to “choose joy” and “pray more.” So you beg God to take away the pain, but nothing eases the ache inside. As darkness lingers and color drains from your world, you’re left wondering if God has abandoned you. You just want a way out. But there’s hope. In I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die, Sarah J. Robinson offers a healthy, practical, and shame-free guide for Christians struggling with mental illness. With unflinching honesty, Sarah shares her story of battling depression and fighting to stay alive despite toxic theology that made her afraid to seek help outside the church. Pairing her own story with scriptural insights, mental health research, and simple practices, Sarah helps you reconnect with the God who is present in our deepest anguish and discover that you are worth everything it takes to get better. Beautifully written and full of hard-won wisdom, I Love Jesus, But I Want to Die offers a path toward a rich, hope-filled life in Christ, even when healing doesn’t look like what you expect.

Author : Andrew Dunlop
Publisher : SCM Press
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2017-10-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780334056706

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Out of Nothing by Andrew Dunlop Pdf

The two key questions often levelled at fresh expressions are ‘What is Church?’ and ‘How on earth can a fresh expression be evaluated?’ In "Out of Nothing", Andrew Dunlop offers an account of his journey in starting a fresh expression, and along the way proposes an alternative theological foundation for evaluation - the Cross-Shaped approach. Dunlop proposes a theological foundation which goes to the heart of God's action in the world. Both accessible and critically engaged, the book will provide an important resource for both pioneers and for those studying pioneer ministry.

Author : Tim Morey
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2009-11-30
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780830837298

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Embodying Our Faith by Tim Morey Pdf

"Your Christians are so unlike your Christ." Mohandas Gandhi famously critiqued the contemporary church with this pithy phrase. Church planter Tim Morey keeps this challenge in mind as he coaches other planters in the Evangelical Covenant Church. In this book he brings his experience, combined with research and theological reflection, to help your church cultivate the irreducible qualities of an embodied apologetic: a community that is revealed by its faithful to be experiential, communal and enacted.

Author : Samuel Ukomadu
Publisher : WestBowPress
Page : 110 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781490827117

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Church Planting Made Easy by Samuel Ukomadu Pdf

Church planting is the heartbeat of God. Church is a place where every worshipper looks up to every worship moment to exercise their faith in terms of prayer and worship. Peter, Paul, and James were church planters. The need to plant churches cannot be over-emphasized. Many souls have turned to Christ because someone preached to them. I have planted churches and preaching is what I do. I am the lead pastor in Firebrand Assembly of God in Sugar Land, Texas, a church I planted in 2007. A Bible school has been established in the church and by Gods grace it is a privilege to be a teacher in the theological seminary. We established a study center for Global University and ministers of God are being trained in the study center.