The Pastors' Club

The Pastors' Club
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Publisher : Lyon Bow Press
Total Pages : 280
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ISBN-10 : 0996114807
ISBN-13 : 9780996114806
Rating : 4/5 (07 Downloads)

Synopsis The Pastors' Club by : Paul Lyon

This book challenges pastors to step down from their exalted position and return to the New Testament form of local church leadership by a council of elders-men whose character, not their gifts or degrees, qualify them to lead God's family on earth. It takes a tortured twisting of the words of Jesus and his disciples to defend the professional positions of today's clergy. The division between the clergy and the laity violates the teachings of Jesus and the practice of the apostles. Jesus did not appoint one of his disciples over the others. After his resurrection, none claimed such a role. Neither Jesus nor his disciples was a member of the religious hierarchy or a trained scholar. Yet he entrusted to them the mission of carrying the good news to the whole world. America needs a family, yet our churches look like any other corporate organization or political government. In The Pastors' Club, author Paul S. Lyon provides an analysis of the teachings of Jesus and his disciples demonstrating that only elders are called to collectively pastor and oversee the local church. A single local leader-pastor, bishop, priest, or even chief elder-has no basis in scripture.

Pastor Needs a Boo

Pastor Needs a Boo
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Publisher : Macmillan
Total Pages : 400
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ISBN-10 : 9780312643379
ISBN-13 : 0312643373
Rating : 4/5 (79 Downloads)

Synopsis Pastor Needs a Boo by : Michele Andrea Bowen

Michele Andrea Bowen made a name for herself years ago during the African-American inspirational fiction craze. Now, in Pastor Needs a Boo, she's back with an amazing journey of faith, drama, and love. It was a regular New Jerusalem Gospel United Church work day for Reverend Denzelle Flowers when Veronica Washington, Keisha Jackson, and Marsha Metcalf showed up after losing their jobs on the same day, same morning, and almost at the same time. Denzelle struggled to solve that first problem. The other problem—the lovely Marsha—would be much harder to solve. Denzelle didn't even know how to fight wanting to turn in the playah's card and getting "booed" up with the poster girl for "church girls." Marsha Metcalf and her fellow unemployed church members aren't Denzelle's biggest problem, though. He is running for bishop, and his enemies—a more ruthless consortium of corrupted clergy—want power badly enough to go to rather extreme lengths for it because the stakes are just that high. Now, his ex-wife was back and sleeping with the enemy, digging for dirt. Reverend Denzelle can't fight this battle alone. This pastor needs a ‘boo' who will stand by his side. Before the dust settles, both Marsha and Denzelle's faith and love will be put to the ultimate test.

How Can Our Church Find a Faithful Pastor?

How Can Our Church Find a Faithful Pastor?
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Publisher : Crossway
Total Pages : 32
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ISBN-10 : 9781433570230
ISBN-13 : 1433570238
Rating : 4/5 (30 Downloads)

Synopsis How Can Our Church Find a Faithful Pastor? by : Mark Dever

Many new believers have questions about what it means to live as a Christian in the context of a local church, and pastors are looking for resources to pass along to their congregations to help them think biblically about the Christian life. Church Questions is a series by 9Marks that seeks to provide Christians with sound and accessible biblical teaching by answering common questions about church life. Each booklet offers biblical answers and practical applications with the goal of nurturing healthy church practice and commitment. Each volume offers biblical answers and practical applications with the goal of nurturing healthy church practice and commitment. In this concise booklet, best-selling author Mark Dever offers clear biblical insight to churches in search of new leadership by providing 6 characteristics to look for in a new pastor, along with 11 suggestions of strategies to implement during the process.

How (Not) to Read the Bible

How (Not) to Read the Bible
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Publisher : Zondervan
Total Pages : 336
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ISBN-10 : 9780310113768
ISBN-13 : 0310113768
Rating : 4/5 (68 Downloads)

Synopsis How (Not) to Read the Bible by : Dan Kimball

Is Reading the Bible the Fastest Way to Lose Your Faith? For centuries, the Bible was called "the Good Book," a moral and religious text that guides us into a relationship with God and shows us the right way to live. Today, however, some people argue the Bible is outdated and harmful, with many Christians unaware of some of the odd and disturbing things the Bible says. Whether you are a Christian, a doubter, or someone exploring the Bible for the first time, bestselling author Dan Kimball guides you step-by-step in how to make sense of these difficult and disturbing Bible passages. Filled with stories, visual illustrations, and memes reflecting popular cultural objections, How (Not) to Read the Bible is a lifeline for individuals who are confused or discouraged with questions about the Bible. It also works great as a small-group study or sermon series.

One Flesh

One Flesh
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Publisher : Charisma Media
Total Pages : 240
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ISBN-10 : 9781629981956
ISBN-13 : 1629981958
Rating : 4/5 (56 Downloads)

Synopsis One Flesh by : Bob Yandian

DIVBest Friends--Passionate Lovers! In an open, straightforward style, popular author and pastor Bob Yandian shares God's exciting blueprint for sex, love and intimacy. "Godly passion is a supernatural gift of God," he writes. "When you have a strong relationship with your mate's soul, the relationship with his or her body becomes something fantastic!" Yandian's practical wisdom on relationships, the story of his own troubled marriage that was restored, and his exceptional insights into sex and the Bible will stimulate both husband and wife to become One Flesh--best friends and passionate lovers. /div

The Pastor's Kid

The Pastor's Kid
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Publisher : The Good Book Company
Total Pages : 128
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ISBN-10 : 9781784985257
ISBN-13 : 1784985252
Rating : 4/5 (57 Downloads)

Synopsis The Pastor's Kid by : Barnabas Piper

Advice on how to care for pastors' kids and allow them to find their own faith and identity. Pastors' kids are often burdened by others' expectations, but there is a wonderful solution, both at home and in the church: grace. In this revised, refreshed version of Barnabas Piper's best-known book, the author candidly shares his own experiences as son of pastor and bestselling author John Piper, offering a challenge to our churches and to the families at their very heart: how to care for pastors' kids and allow them to find their own faith and identity. Foreword by John Piper.

A Second Wind

A Second Wind
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 192
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ISBN-10 : 1473652073
ISBN-13 : 9781473652071
Rating : 4/5 (73 Downloads)

Synopsis A Second Wind by : T. D. Jakes

While focusing on his core mission to preach the gospel worldwide, T.D. Jakes has seen many good people not spend enough quality time with family, friends, and God. They have gotten so swept up in the daily grind that they have failed to live the rich life that God desires for each of His people. In his new book, Jakes provides readers with strategies that will help them rejuvenate their life and turn their "busyness" into a "business." All readers-not just entrepreneurs-will benefit from Jakes' insightful advice so that they can use the days God has blessed them with wisely and finish each day strong!

Pastors in the Classics

Pastors in the Classics
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Publisher : Baker Books
Total Pages : 192
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ISBN-10 : 9781441235886
ISBN-13 : 1441235884
Rating : 4/5 (86 Downloads)

Synopsis Pastors in the Classics by : Leland Ryken

Throughout the history of English literature, church ministers have figured prominently in novels, plays, morality tales, and even poetry. Pastors in the Classics is a unique, unprecedented collection of relevant literary masterpieces in which the pastor's experience is a major part of the story. Part 1 is a reader's guide to twelve important classics written over four centuries and covering seven different nationalities. Each chapter not only describes and interprets the work in question, it also highlights a specific feature of pastoral ministry explored in the work. Part 2 is a handbook that defines the canon of literary masterpieces that deal with the pastor's experience, offering reading suggestions for both ministers and lovers of literature. From the familiar (The Canterbury Tales; Cry, the Beloved Country; and The Scarlet Letter) to the lesser-known (Silence, Witch Wood) to the surprising (A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man), this collection uncovers the good, the bad, and the ugly ways in which pastors have been presented to the reading public for the past half millennium.

The Path to Being a Pastor

The Path to Being a Pastor
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Publisher : Crossway
Total Pages : 177
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ISBN-10 : 9781433576683
ISBN-13 : 1433576686
Rating : 4/5 (83 Downloads)

Synopsis The Path to Being a Pastor by : Bobby Jamieson

A man who's been transformed by Christ and desires to preach the gospel might say he feels called to be a pastor. This personal conviction, while heartfelt, doesn't acknowledge important, challenging steps necessary to be a qualified leader. So where should full-time ministry begin? In The Path to Being a Pastor, Bobby Jamieson explains why it's better to emphasize "aspiration" over "calling" as men pursue the office of elder and encourages readers to make sure they are pastorally gifted before considering the role. He shares from his own eleven-year experience preparing to be a pastor by walking potential leaders through different stages of ministry training, from practical steps—such as cultivating godly ambition and leadership, observing healthy churches, and mastering Scripture—to personal advice on building a strong family and succeeding in seminary. Emphasizing the importance of prayer, godly counsel, and immersion in the local church, Jamieson encourages men to ask Am I qualified? instead of Am I called? when considering a life in ministry.

The Business of Church

The Business of Church
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 80
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ISBN-10 : 1946615722
ISBN-13 : 9781946615725
Rating : 4/5 (22 Downloads)

Synopsis The Business of Church by : Stephen D. Lentz

"Studies have shown that most pastors enter the ministry to "help people" and "preach the Word of God", yet 80-90% of their time spent in the ministry has nothing to do with either of these noble desires! Most of your time as a pastor is spent managing the business of church! The vast majority of my pastor friends are failing miserably in this area. Why? Seminary does not teach business principles! In this book, you will identify crucial business areas that can have an incredible impact on your local church! Successfully addressing the crucial concepts in this book can ensure the sustainability, reach, and ultimate success of your church!"--Back cover