My Big Story Bible takes the adventure of reading a children's Bible to a new level. As you'd expect from Tom Wright, the narrative bursts with lively storytelling and a deep love for the original scriptures, while the vibrant illustrations on every page will delight young readers and help them to imaginatively understand the key events of the Bible.
Christian Political Witness in an Age of Totalitarian Terror and Dysfunctional Democracies In Jesus and the Powers Tom Wright and Michael F. Bird join forces to address the pressing question: How can Christians engage with the turbulent politics of our times while remaining true to the teaching and example of Jesus?
WARNING: This is not just another book on evangelism. It’s a simple idea of evangelism through friendship first, and the opportunities to share your faith that follow.
Reimagining Ministry offers an overview of mission and ministry in Britain for ordinands and practising clergy. It is intended as a contribution to thinking about ministry, in particular ordained ministry in the context of the social and cultural setting of the twenty-first century, several significant theological developments and a perception of the way God through the Holy Spirit is leading the church in Britain.
What makes an evangelical? 'This book addresses the question of evangelical identity - what are the key markers, how did the movement come into being, and how is it changing? What is its style, then and now, and what is its theology?
Making Disciples is an assessment tool to be used by any church, small group or individual interested in elevating the conversation around discipleship and spiritual formation. Following an insightful seven week course, this tool unpacks the user's strengths and gifts and ultimately helps people grow and develop as disciples of Jesus.
In a time when the need for and the relevance of the Gospel has seldom been greater, the relevance of the church has seldom been less. The Shaping of Things to Come explores why the church needs to rebuild itself from the bottom up. Frost and Hirsch present a clear understanding of how the church can change to face the unique challenges of the twenty-first century. This missional classic has been thoroughly revised and updated.
Jesus called his followers first and foremost to become disciples. Sadly a great many of those who have made a profession of faith fall by the wayside and never become true disciples, because they have never been carefully nurtured. This short course by evangelist Michael Green is designed to help people move from decision to discipleship.
In this unique book on the subject, Kerry Thorpe argues that Christian accompaniment is a continuing relationship that helps those involved to function better in the things they do.
You don't have to be a professor to understand this book - it's written for anyone who wants to explore theology more deeply, with a study guide to help think through each topic. Readers will be refreshed and encouraged as this distinctive book makes theology applicable to our ordinary lives.
Jesus’ command in what we now know as the great commission is vital to our understanding of our mission today. Explore how important discipleship was to Jesus from the very first moment he said, ‘Come, follow me,’ to his command to ‘go and make disciples of all nations’ – and how relevant it is to each of us in the twenty-first century.
Inspirational - Practical - Biblical - Effective Empowered is a seven-session course that will excite and encourage ordinary Christians to show and share their faith in Christ in their everyday lives.
In 'Doorways To The Sacred' pioneer practitioners and theologians from a wide range of backgrounds reflect on creative expressions of sacramental life and worship that are rooted in listening to the local context.
Christian Life in a new, fresh, light. Know for both his eloquence and insight, the former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams follows up his acclaimed pastoral guide, Being Christian, with a new book which leads into the next steps of faith: Being Disciples.
Combining missional vision with practical advice, this resource helps you see your church with the eyes of your neighbours and create visual communications to reach them.
An essential guide to effective church communications. Combining missional vision with practical advice, this resource provides practical ideas so that people are warmly welcomed with clear and relevant communication. Ideal for church teams who want to reach their communities effectively, and a perfect gift for church leaders and volunteers who are short on time but need fast relevant advice.
Our world needs the church, like never before, to be full of hope. But the church is not always what it could be. Perhaps we need to de-clutter. A clearout, a detox. Sim Dendy explores how we can discover what the original church looked like, se we can remember, reset and be simply...church.
Working with the wisdom of the congregation This book focuses on the role and nature of the local church/congregation rather than on the work of ordained ministers or lay people. Written by an experienced practitioner it will help readers - both lay and ordained - understand their congregation better.
Nothing in life is as exciting and satisfying as introducing Jesus to people who have never met him. New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned motivational speaker Nick Vujicic is known worldwide as the man without arms and legs who personifies a 'can do' spirit.