Therefore go and make disciples (Matthew 28:19-20.)As Christians we are called to spread Christ's message of love to the world, but it's estimated that as many as 96% of churches do not have an identifiable witnessing plan in place to help people effectively and lovingly share God's message of hope with their friends and neighbors.Created from a strategy used by missionaries and native Christians in South America, Each One Win One offers everyone-laypeople as well as church leaders-a comprehe...

When individuals become Christians something magnificent happens in their lives. They believe in the sacrifice Christ made to save them from their sins; they're ready to begin a brand new life, hand-in-hand with Christ. This new chapter is filled with excitement and possibility, but it also includes steep obstacles and difficult challenges. Many things will be different. Attitudes, behaviors, and even some relationships will change. As new believers embark on the journey of faith, they need i...

If you are serious about being a disciple of Jesus Christ—really, truly serious—a discipleship group can help you achieve that goal. Jesus established this model for us by forming and leading the first discipleship group—and it worked. The men who emerged from that group took the gospel to the world and ultimately laid down their lives for Christ.Discipleship groups can create an atmosphere for fellowship, encouragement, and accountability—building an environment where God can work...

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 introduction to the basics of discipling, veteran pastor and author Mark Dever uses biblical definitions and practical examples to show how Christians can help one another become more like Christ every day. The eighth volume in the 9Marks: Building H...

Effective leadership is important. Nowhere is this more true than in the church. Jeramie Rinne offers readers a concise overview of the Bible's teaching on spiritual leadership, setting forth an easy-to-understand "job description" for elders that is focused on enabling pastors and church leaders to effectively shepherd their congregations. Giving practical guidance to new elders and helping church members better understand and support their spiritual leaders, this conversational book emph...

Every pastor wants to have a vibrant, dynamic church. There are many popular models for church growth based on outstanding churches led by outstanding pastors. But unfortunately, specific models are temporary and go out of style quickly. Author Gary McIntosh explores the biblical principles for church growth and applies them to today's culture. Instead of concentrating on the ephemeral how of church growth, he focuses on the unchanging why.McIntosh defines church growth as "all that...

...He has made us kings and priests... (Revelations 1:6 NKJV)God is showing up in places we have never imagined. We thought He was just for Sunday church or mid-week study. But God is showing up in small businesses and on construction sites, in schools and in politics. He is in factories and at check-out counters, at nurses' stations and the stock exchange. God is showing up everywhere outside of where we expect Him to be.So what does it mean?We serve a God...

Over 500,000 Sold in Series!Prepare your heart for God's Word to take root and bear fruit in your life. Guided Bible studies will help you personally and actively engage with Scripture. Develop tried-and-true ways to get the most from your Bible reading, and learn to hear God's voice as you track the significant passages that speak to your heart. Dig deep and discover the strength of God's Word for you.What is The 2:7 Series?The 2:7 S...

Youth ministry is an essential part of most evangelical churches. And yet, there is a surprising lack of resources written specifically for youth workers focused on viewing all aspects of youth ministry through a gospel-focused lens. Featuring contributions from a host of experienced youth workers from a wide variety of churches, this how-to manual offers guidance related to every facet of youth ministry, from planning short-term mission trips to working with parents. Theologically rooted ...

Today's church world is complex, with an array of church and leadership models that can cause confusion rather than bring clarity. It's no wonder that some leaders can lose sight of the church they is commissioned to build. Strategic Church will help pastors and leaders refocus on visioning and building a faith community that is biblically based and spiritually transformative, helping people become fruitful disciples of Christ. Readers will uncover principles from the church Jesus...

Volume 3 includes Apostolic Intercession, Apostolic Character & Maturity, and Apostolic Education. Written by Seventy Apostles and Apostolic Leaders from around the world and across the Seven Mountains (Spheres) of Culture, Aligning With the Apostolic is a pioneering, groundbreaking study and practical application and demonstration of the role and function of modern apostles in both the marketplace and the ecclesiastical realm, as well as the apostolic movement sweeping the earth today. Align...

From a recovering “leadershipaholic": our best model is the first one.With all our sleek ministry models, it’s a wonder our churches are declining—until we read Acts 6:4, “But we will give ourselves continually to prayer and the ministry of the word.”After a long, sometimes trying ministry journey, Daniel Henderson was relieved to discover what the apostles knew from the start: The main thing must stay the main thing. It worked in their pagan times, and it ...