Religious ministry and clergy Books

"I truly believe that Christ's church is the hope of the world. For the sake of mankind, we've got to keep the lighthouses burning brightly."The church is in decline for the first time in America's history. For many reasons, fewer people walk through...

Ever felt that your festive celebrations weren't quite Christmas-movie perfect?Join the club!Meet a stroppy Mary and a grumpy Joseph, a confused wise man and an angel who ... well, you'll have to read the script to find out.With cast options ranging from...

This timely book brings together the stories of St Francis - his preaching to birds, rejection of wealth, caring for lepers, befriending animals and living simply, his poetry and hymnody in praise of creation that is still sung today - and the...

La formation théologique est une dimension clé de la mission chrétienne. Encadrer des doctorants dans les disciplines théologiques constitue donc une partie importante de la mission de Dieu. Ce livre présente la...

Do you want to help bring people from all the nations into relationship with Jesus as he intends? Sadly, there are multiple mission approaches today that are ineffective or even counterproductive to reaching that goal. If that concerns you then join this...

"Give Me This Mountain" describes the journey of a woman called to "Preach the New Jerusalem" in a Baptist church. The journey spanned 44 years. It tells of the doctrines, beliefs, and practices within the church that impact the roles and functions of...

What is the measure of a successful congregation? For most, success is in the numbers, but the new scorecard is relevance, which is deeper, and more impactful. The fundamentals that bring relevance are not new but have been abandoned by many...

The book explores the matter of sexuality from the creation into the long history of Judaism and the church. In this book I highlight how many of the preconceived notions of how God perceives women and roles that He has for them are not the way most...

Whenever God did something amazing or a miracle in the lives of His people, He told them to build an altar of twelve large stones to remember His gift to them. However, it is also for their children to ask what it is for, so they could tell them about...

Walter Brueggemann is a very successful person who wrote more than 100 books, but still sometimes wonders if he has done anything of value. This biography written for children shows how even though Walter has had failures and shortcomings, he is deeply...

Jésus a instruit ses disciples de faire de toutes les nations des disciples, et JohnWesley a a rmé que le monde entier était sa paroisse. L'Église appartient àtoutes les parties du monde, urbaines, suburbaines ou rurales. Toutefois elle estnée dans la...

Don't Quit Your Church is a foundational philosophy of ministry that serves two distinct purposes. First, it serves as hope for struggling ministers who are suffering from ""perceived failure"" in the ministry and are strongly considering resigning their...

Anthony Acampora knows firsthand the incredible impact that the word of God can have on a broken life. Through Christ he has overcome tremendous suffering and loss. In this book he shares his years of experience applying biblical principles to overcome...

The Bluebonnet flower grows in very poor soil. One would never guess this truth but the bright, proud bonnets tell no lies. Not even the unkempt soil can keep a Bluebonnet from producing its lovely blossoms.People can be similar to the Bluebonnet flower...

Dr. Leonard Doohan is Professor Emeritus at Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington. He has written twenty-four books and many articles and has given hundreds of workshops throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Far...

"Many shepherds have ruined My vineyard, They have trampled down My field; They have made My pleasant field A desolate wilderness"(Jeremiah 12:10 NASB).Have you ever asked yourself why there are so many different Christian denominations and...

Whether you are a parent, grandparent, caregiver, teacher, pastor, or simply someone who loves children, Hearts That Matter Much is for you!Let God ignite a passion in you to fully step into the privilege and responsibility of helping children heal from...

This dream begins in the middle of a large room. On the outside walls there are seven doors and attached to each of the seven doors is a key. This is a dream about our growth and development in our Christian walk. If we take a few moments and think about...

This book was born out of a passion for mentoring disciples for Christ. The author has experienced effective mentoring as a follower of Christ. The necessity of mentors is imperative in the lives of children, youth, young adults, and of all ages. The...

Martin Luther is one of the most studied theologians in the history of the Christian church, so it is difficult to find areas that have been neglected when it comes to this great reformer. However, Luther's work with children and youth gets short shrift...

Although it is unlikely that any of the stories contained in this book will ever be as well-known as Banjo Patterson's Bush Christening, or that the author will ever reach the notoriety of the whisky flask tossing preacher, the stuff Banjo Patterson's...

I understand how intimidating and overwhelming the Bible can be. Like every other book that I have ever read, I started at the beginning, in the book of Genesis. For me, this was confusing and tedious. Combined with the Bible's length and organization, I...

If we strip everything away, no church building, no denomination, no programming, what of your ministries would be left?  Would people still be being effectively reached with the love of Jesus? Could you dynamically share the hope of...

Struggling to find strength, purpose, and joy to make in this crazy fallen world? The Innovation Draftsman, Casey Williams, guides you in the art of self-innovation with biblical wisdom to help you Have A Great Life!We live in a society and world that...

In Normalizing Next™: A POST-COVID-19 Resource for Church Leaders, Olu Brown illustrates a guide and process to operate in your "NEXT" in the Post-COVID world. As the world has shifted, so should our leadership and ministry to meet an ever-changing...

A seminal work of Christian education and theology, providing a comprehensive framework for the spiritual nurture and upbringing of children within the context of the family and the church. This book is an essential resource for parents, pastors, and...

We have two choices when it comes to today’s youth. We can either do what we can to help them navigate through life, or we can sit back and complain about how they are so disrespectful, lost and hopeless.  With this book, I am only trying to...

"A Charge to Preach" is a continuation of Dr. Odom's "The Minister's Handbook". Readers will find that this book contains a wealth of invaluable information for those who profess the calling to preach on their lives. It lends itself as a...

Monks, nuns, friars, sisters . . . who are they? How do they live? Why have they followed that way of life? Of Bells and Cells explains to the young reader what religious life is all about. Beautifully illustrated, this is a book for all the family to...

Ministering to Muslims is a comprehensive guide for Christians wishing to reach out with love and understanding to Muslims in their community. With indispensable tips on personal ministry and intercession this book teaches you all you need to know...

Today's Church faces challenges and crises it can only overcome through prayer. In their latest book, Developing a Powerful Praying Church, Richard Blackaby and Rick Fisher focus on the adjustments pastors and church leaders must make in their prayer...

Blissful Devotions: A Mother and Daughter's Journey of Faith is a 90-day devotional and journal designed to inspire and encourage your heart. It incorporates various elements such as inspiring scriptures, testimonies, prayers, and a song for reflection...

How does the church portray the beauty of Christ?The gospel is a theological message. But this message also creates human beauty―beautiful relationships in our churches, making the glory of Christ visible in the world today.In this timely book, Pastor...

Throughout the history of the church, Christians have always had to contend with the influence of unbiblical teachings related to God, humanity, and salvation. One of the most important safeguards against all forms of heresy is a robust appreciation for...

What is an ideal church, and how can you tell? How does it look different from other churches? More importantly, how does it act differently, especially in society? Many of us aren't sure how to answer those questions, even though we probably have some...

Before ascending to heaven, Jesus instructed his followers to "make disciples of all nations." But what does this command actually entail? What does it look like for Christians to care for one another's spiritual well-being and growth? In this...

Throughout the history of the church, Christians have always had to contend with the influence of unbiblical teachings related to God, humanity, and salvation. One of the most important safeguards against all forms of heresy is a robust appreciation for...