Publication Date: 2001
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Introducing The Reformed Faith
In this guide to the Reformed tradition, Donald McKim examines sixteen theological doctrines (for example, Scripture, Trinity, Sin, Person and Work of Christ, Church) and shows how the Reformed understanding of each contributes to the broader ecumenical family of Christian teachings. Each chapter gives the biblical basis for the doctrine, then traces its development through
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Simple Grace
Well-known Episcopal priest and author Malcolm Boyd draws on the many and varied experiences of his 78 years to provide lessons for others who are facing middle age and beyond. The themes of this book – Learning, Remembering, Simplifying, Maturing, Exploring, and Understanding – reflect Boyd’s own life, a life that has taken him from
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All Through The Night
Nighttime signifies many things. Apart from the rest and refreshment that sleep brings, the night can be a time for gazing at the stars, dreaming, and loving. For some, it might mean keeping vigil when tending to the very young or sick. For others, it might mean working so that others may rest peacefully. For
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The Gospel According To The Simpsons
Religion journalist Pinsky offers a thoughtful and genuinely entertaining review of faith and morality as reflected through the irreverently sweet comedy of The Simpsons, drawing on a wide if not encyclopedic knowledge of key episodes and interviews with the series’ creators. The animated series is unique in many ways, including its longevity and creative freshness,
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How To Survive Being A Presbyterian
A hilarious, tongue-in-cheek celebration of the foibles of the Frozen Chosen! This Presby 101 handbook uses an advice format to describe Presbyterians by ostensibly addressing new members of the church. But it is a funny primer and survival manual for ALL members of the denomination! How to Survive Being a Presbyterian gently skewers the history,
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How to Use The 3 Colors of Ministry in a Mentoring Relationship
This handbook assists ‘gift-counselors’ and others who want to come alongside fellow believers on a one-on-one basis in order to help them relate their gifts to corresponding tasks within the church. It is based on The 3 Colors of Ministry. This Mentor’s Guide offers you all the tools you need to establish a multiplying network of
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How to Implement The 3 Colors of Ministry in Your Church
This handbook assists church leaders (such as pastors and elders) in the implementation of gift-oriented ministry, as described in The 3 Colors of Ministry. It contains many worksheets, checklists, and implementation ideas. Moreover, it contains a CD-ROM with all of the diagrams and cartoons of The 3 Colors of Ministry for use in teaching, as
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How to Study The 3 Colors of Ministry in Your Small Group
This book enables any small group leader to guide a group through the life-transforming process of discovering their spiritual gifts. Based on The 3 Colors of Ministry, it shows how to establish the three pillars of a ‘3-Color Group.’ – Pillar 1: Discovering the “all-by-itself” principle – Pillar 2: Bringing the Bible to life – Pillar
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The 3 Colors of Ministry
The 3 Colors of Ministry presents a holistic approach to identifying and developing your spiritual gifts. It is based on the three dimensions of God’s character for which Christian Schwarz has chosen the colors green, red, and blue. In addition to emphasizing the critical importance of using your gifts in an authentically trinitarian way, this
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The ABC’s Of Natural Church Development
This booklet is designed to introduce a congregation or any interested persons to Natural Church Development in just 20 minutes. It covers the research project, the eight quality characteristics and the minimum factor barrel illustration in a quick and simple format that makes the reader feel as if they were talking with the author over
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Godviews
Jack Haberer is not willing to believe that the church has reached an impasse, irretrievably divided into two parties. Rather, he defines five GodViews that, among other things, shape the way Christians relate with one another today. Haberer believes that a unity that consciously embraces a diversity of convictions holds the best hope for the
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Small Churches Can Turnaround Too
If you would like to see your congregation turn around, then this… seminar will help you understand the truth that God wants all churches to experience and pass on new life and meaning to every community. While this seminar is based on the turnaround of a small rural congregation, these same levers have been used