Church Leadership

Drugs, prostitution, and the mafia all played a role in the downfall of one of America's most famous venues, Atlanta's Gold Club, which closed in 1999. A few years later, a visionary pastor and his flock of passionate and diverse members transformed the decaying building into a vibrant spiritual outpost. The stories of transformation among the people involved in this adventure will inspire and encourage you in your own journey of restoration.

In this practical and inspiring book, Willow Creek Executive vice president and teaching pastor Nancy Beach speaks to women with God-given gifts of leading and teaching. Sharing from her thirty-year journey in a local church, Nancy offers guidance on such issues as: character development, earning respect, finding your voice, managing work and personal life, and forming an intentional support network.

This book is intended as a basic guide to help the everyday person serve as a great audio technician in their church. It has been laid out to first help you to understand the equipment involved and how to properly use the equipment. This is written as a beginner's guide to help you understand the majority of equipment and how to best use it to make a great mix. If you follow this book and the principles outlined, you will learn something and become a better audio engineer.

In a world where values and morals are often overlooked, Christian leadership in the workplace is of utmost importance. As leaders, managers, supervisors, and bosses, we have a unique opportunity to influence and impact those we lead, not only in their professional lives but also in their spiritual journeys. In the book, "Divine Leadership: Applying Christian Principles in the Workplace," we delve into the significance of leading people as a Christian and how it can transform both individuals and organizations.

Unlock the secrets of effective spiritual leadership with The Shepherd's Path: Guided Lessons in Spiritual Leadership. Whether you are answering your calling or grappling with the responsibilities of church stewardship, this book serves as an invaluable guide to embodying ethical and impactful leadership. From understanding your own divine calling to dealing with ethical dilemmas, from nurturing future leaders through mentorship to building a lasting legacy, this book covers it all.

Social worker, Pastor, author and speaker Dr. Amanda Nickson shares insights and examples from her own life of resilience through challenging times to being able to teach others skills in sustainable leadership. Having experienced both compassion fatigue to the point of burnout and compassion satisfaction, Amanda is well placed to share helpful insights into how to build sustainable and balanced lives.

In Reclaiming Church, J. J. Warren continues his call to reaffirm the Church be welcoming to all, including young people like those he led at Sarah Lawrence College who "didn't know God could love them because their churches said God didn't."

Study notes from select stories of the Old Testament from a father and daughter perspective. The correlation of events are stunning when compared side by side. A must listen for the avid listener or parent interested in introducing their teen to the Old Testament. This delightful tale looks at how things were in bible days compared to this generation. These detailed accounts are sure to have you wonder if we're truly operating on our own or actually following in the footsteps of David and Goliath, Sampson and Delilah, or King Saul.

We are engaged in the conflict of the ages and for the first time in this generation, the sons of the Kingdom are awakening to the reality that the Kingdom has, is, and will continue to come.

Complacent, asleep, ineffective, hypocritical. However you choose to describe it, the church simply isn't working. In Lost the Plot, you get an in-depth look at our failures and what we can do to fix them. Dive into what the Bible says about the early church and take a look at our own churches from the outside in.

When I See the Blood is a book that will inspire you to pay more attention to the power of the blood of Jesus, and be committed to applying it to every facet of your life as often as possible. David Odunaiya takes us on a journey of deep insights and revelation about the importance of acknowledging the power of the blood in our lives.

Discover the secrets to fostering a healthier church community with our latest release: "Building a Healthy Sanctuary: A Guide to Evading Toxicity in Churches." Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or dedicated member, this book offers invaluable insights into identifying and addressing toxicity at every level of your congregation.

Tithing and offering are deeply biblical practices that have played a central role in Christian understanding and practice throughout history. They are seen as acts of worship, expressions of faith, and means of supporting the work of the Church. While their specific implementation may vary among different Christian denominations, the foundational principles of stewardship, generosity, and support for God's work remain a shared part of Christian belief and practice.

By adopting the 12-week year, strategic Christian leaders can transform their productivity and make a lasting impact on their teams and communities. Firstly, this approach enables us to set clear and actionable goals for each 12-week period. Instead of vague, long-term objectives, we can break them down into smaller, manageable tasks that can be accomplished within the given time frame. This clarity allows us to prioritize effectively and focus our efforts on what truly matters. Secondly, the 12-week year emphasizes regular accountability and measurement.

A Case for Being Timeless makes a case for churches remaining on the old, fundamental paths on which they began rather than constantly changing in order to keep up with fads. The three parts (What, Why, and How) to this audiobook make a compelling case for why our generation of youth should choose to be passionate about the old paths.

If Paul Wrote to Today’s Church looks at worldly flaws that have infiltrated the church of today and imagines what someone like Paul would say if given the opportunity. I have become unhappy with the politics of American society. I have become even more unhappy with the words and actions that I see from those who claim to be Christians.

In The Shepherd Leader, pastor and professor Tim Witmer laid out seven elements of an effective shepherding plan, showing church leaders how to minister to their congregations in practical, pastoral ways. Now, in this stand-alone but complementary volume, he gathers seven church leaders to show how they and their churches have addressed specific shepherding challenges in innovative ways.

This book, a labor of empathy and understanding, has illuminated the intricate tapestry of challenges that weave through the lives of those who guide and counsel others. As we step back and reflect on the collective wisdom gathered in this book, a profound truth emerges: the art of shepherding through struggles is a sacred dance, a delicate balance between offering solace and seeking it, between guiding and being guided.

'Welcoming the World' courageously addresses potential pitfalls and offensive habits within North American churches while celebrating positive surprises and commendable attitudes. This book stands as a sincere endeavor to foster understanding and elevate the welcoming practices of American churches.

We thirst for purpose, clarity, fulfillment and direction in our lives. How do we go about sorting through all the self-help books, talks and seminars? The common, normal solutions to navigating life are focused on strengths, gifts, and passion. The reality is quite contrarian to what seems to make sense. The revelations is found in the divine fingerprints of all that we are: our life story, what energized and de-energizes us, our rhythms, and even our pain and weaknesses. It's a different way of approaching clarity of life.