"Red-Tape and Pigeon-Hole Generals" is a compelling exploration of military bureaucracy and the challenges faced by leaders in navigating the complexities of command. The authors, William H. Armstrong, Jacob G. Frick, and Henry Morford, delve into the intricacies of military operations, highlighting how red tape can hinder effective decision-making. Through a series of anecdotes and analyses, the book illustrates the tension between administrative processes and the need for swift, decisive...

In a broken world, we ache for a way to walk through life without giving up or giving in. Instead of breaking down, Jesus offers us another way: breaking open. Discover a new way of living and rise with hope, power, and purpose!Everyone aches to be whole. We ache to be healed. We ache to be restored. But most of the time we wouldn’t put it into words. We just know we are broken because our child is addicted. We ache because the depression of our youth is now the de...

In a broken world, we ache for a way to walk through life without giving up or giving in. Instead of breaking down, Jesus offers us another way: breaking open. Discover a new way of living and rise with hope, power, and purpose!Everyone aches to be whole. We ache to be healed. We ache to be restored. But most of the time we wouldn’t put it into words. We just know we are broken because our child is addicted. We ache because the depression of our youth is now the de...

Renovating a house can be an exciting and rewarding experience. But the act of renovation can often leave the house in a state of disarray, causing stress and frustration. In the same way, God wants to renovate your life by altering the “old you” and creating a “new you” with an improved heart. It’s not going to be easy, and your life might experience some disarray, but renovating with God is the opportunity of a lifetime.Using the Book of Nehemiah, popular author and pastor Jacob ...

Genealogy is, widely considered to be, one of the fastest growing hobbies in the U.S. We have become consumed with constructing our family tree in an attempt to trace our lineage. Fortunately, the Bible does an excellent job helping us trace the ancestry of our faith family.Pastor and author Jacob Armstrong takes an in-depth look at our faith lineage focusing specifically on the messy family dynamics found in the book of Genesis. As we begin to understand the life stories of Abraha...

How can our church develop or improve our small group ministry? This book is a useful how-to guide, based on the innovative, engaging, and popular approach to small group ministry at Providence United Methodist Church, where Jacob Armstrong is senior pastor.

Using the Book of Nehemiah, popular author and pastor Jacob Armstrong explores the physical and spiritual renovation experienced by the nation of Judah. Nehemiah knew that his plan for renovating the wall and gates of Jerusalem would be hard work. But equally hard would be the spiritual renovation of the Jewish people as they returned to their homeland.The Leader Guide contains everything needed to guide a group through the six-week study including session plans, activities, and di...

Learn how new andyoung pastors from across the country are translating eight time-testedprinciples of church leadership. Adam Hamilton and Mike Slaughterintroduce each principle and discuss its importance in their ministries.Author Jacob Armstrong then shows how the principle works in newcontexts today. The New Adapters is full of energy, wisdom, and stories of hope.“If you have wonderedwhat adaptive leadership looks like in practic...

Genealogy is, widely considered to be, one of the fastest growing hobbies in the U.S. We have become consumed with constructing our family tree in attempt to trace our lineage. Fortunately, the Bible does an excellent job helping us trace the ancestry of our faith family.Pastor and author Jacob Armstrong takes an in-depth look at our faith lineage focusing specifically on the messy family dynamics found in the book of Genesis. As we begin to understand the life stories of Abraham, ...

Go on an Advent journey with beloved teacher and storyteller James W. Moore, exploring the spirit of Christmas. As you light the candles of your Advent wreath, reflect on the unbreakable gifts that God has given us: hope, love, joy, and peace. And remember God's greatest gift, who comes to us as a baby and leads us through all the days of our lives.This Youth Study Book takes the ideas presented in Christmas Gifts that Won't Break and interprets them for young people grades 6-12.

Whether you are in plenty or in want, money has a direct connection to your values, your faith, and the health of your relationships. It’s no wonder that in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus presented a radical message about our “treasure” and our hearts.In this four-week study, Jacob Armstrong uses Matthew 6 to reexamine how we look at our finances and possessions, through the counter-cultural teachings of the Sermon on the Mount.Sessions include:Week 1: Where Is Your ...

Go on an Advent journey with beloved teacher and storyteller James W. Moore, exploring the spirit of Christmas. As you light the candles of your Advent wreath, reflect on the unbreakable gifts that God has given us: hope, love, joy, and peace. And remember God’s greatest gift, who comes to us as a baby and leads us through all the days of our lives.This revised edition of the popular book includes stories, Scriptures, and thoughts to warm your heart throughout the season, as well a...