Ecclesiology

Best-selling author Scott Hahn sheds new light on the Mass, offering readers a deeper appreciation of the most familiar of Catholic rituals....

In this short audiobook, Matt Smethurst makes the case that deacons are model servants called to meet tangible needs, organize and mobilize acts of service, preserve the unity of the flock, and support the ministry of the elders....

Learn how to bring real change to your church and community by developing the practical skills to help others reach their leadership potential. Discover how to activate gifts, help others take ownership, and develop a simple scorecard for measuring your kingdom-building progress....

A thoughtful exploration of the intersection of faith and politics.

In this book, McKnight and Barringer explore the concept of tov - unpacking its richness and how it can help Christians and churches rise up to fulfill their true calling as imitators of Jesus....

The Centrality of the Church is the latest book in Kingdom Pastor's Library, a new series of books that brings you a succinct, complete pastoral philosophy and training from Tony Evans....

Originally written in 1656 and endorsed by generations of leading pastors as an essential book on the work of ministry, this abridged version of The Reformed Pastor presents the best of Richard Baxter’s timeless advice in simple, modern language....

If you're brave enough to take an honest look at the issues facing the culture-controlled church - and the issues in your own life - read on....

At the Vatican Council of 1869-1870, the church made a dramatic effort to set things right by defining the doctrine of papal infallibility. Author John W. O'Malley draws us into the bitter controversies over papal infallibility that at one point seemed destined to rend the church in two....

Chris Wright offers a sweeping biblical survey of the holistic mission of the church....

With traces of humor scattered with incredible insight, Darren Stott shares his search to find the secrets to sustain revivals. Inn his latest audiobook, Carve, he reveals six key disciplines to enable churches to preserve revivals and change communities....

Pastor Andrey Shapoval shares the keys to intimacy with God and uncovers what the Holy Spirit has taught him over the years.

In This Follow-Up to Gospel People, Michael Reeves Calls Evangelicals Away from Pharisaism to True Reformation....

What If Jesus Was Serious About the Church? looks at what the Bible really says about the church, its purpose, and the impact of its modern captivity to consumer values....

In this addition to the Union series, Daniel Hames and Michael Reeves argue that an individual’s relationship with God influences their evangelism and missions more than anything else....

Limited atonement is not the only Reformed model of atonement....

Current discussions about Church Planting Movements (CPMs) and Disciple Making Movements (DMMs) employ numerous terms not found in Edwards’ writings. Yet the Lord has not changed, the Bible has not changed, and the gospel has not changed....

By celebrating strengths of many traditions in the church (and beyond), this book will seek to communicate a “generous orthodoxy"....

While God certainly cares for your deepest needs, Skye Jethani wants you to know that prayer is so much more than a two-way transaction with a heavenly vending machine....

Nearly two decades ago, Hank Hanegraaff's award-winning Christianity in Crisis alerted the world to the dangers of a cultic movement within Christianity that threatened to undermine the very foundation of biblical faith. But in the 21st century, there are new dangers....

In this compelling audiobook, Scot McKnight shares his personal experience in the Church as well as his study of the Apostle Paul to answer this significant question....

Best-selling author and pastor Dr. Derwin Gray calls all churches and their leaders to grow out of ignorance, classism, racism, and greed into a flourishing, vibrant, and grace-filled community of believers....

Using the classic Counterpoints forum of presentation-critique-response, this insightful book explores four prominent views of baptism held by different branches of Protestantism: Baptist, Christian Church/Church of Christ, Lutheran, and Reformed....

In this concise version of God Shines Forth, Daniel Hames and Michael Reeves urge Christians to grow in their knowledge and enjoyment of God—as they know God more, they will be spurred on to authentic service through missions and evangelism....

Churches have split and denominations have formed over the issue of church government. While many Christians can explain their church's form of rule or defend it because of its "tried and true" traditions, few people understand their church's administrative customs from a biblical perspective.

Our role as Judeo-Christian believers to our nation under God. A look at the nation of Israel through the Bible and the Levitical priesthood. And how it applies to us today.

Christians love to fight, and most of the time we fight unnecessary battles. We fight over worship styles, building programs, carpet color, governance structures, use of alcohol, and a thousand other debatable matters of theology or culture. The fuel that feeds the fire are gray issues. What is a gray issue? A gray issue is an area of theology or culture that is either not addressed in the Bible, or while addressed, leaves room for legitimate differences of opinions. Come and join a new movement of biblically sound, theologically solid, and beautifully unified Gray Churches.

In his Ecclesial Being Professor Constantine Scouteris focuses most ably on the mystery of the human person in the context of the conciliarity of the Church. His vision of the unity of the Orthodox churches, based on the Pauline theme of the New Israel, embraces all Orthodox Christian peoples - wonderfully diverse in language and culture - as one nation in Christ, which the entire world is invited to join.

"Healing is for Today" by world-renowned author and international bestseller, Dr. Monique Rodgers, is a profound exploration of the transformative power of healing, guiding readers on a journey of personal and emotional growth. With unparalleled expertise and compassionate insight, Dr. Rodgers delves into the intricacies of healing, shedding light on how it is not just an abstract concept but a tangible and achievable reality. In this enlightening book, Dr. Rodgers shares her extensive knowledge and experiences, offering a compelling narrative that inspires and empowers readers to embark on...

Are you in need of spiritual revival? Get ready to experience a life-changing transformation with Dr. Monique Rodgers' revitalizing book! This powerful book will show you how to reconnect with God and rediscover the power of the church. You'll gain valuable insights on: • How to discover inner peace and spiritual healing • How to experience a newfound sense of joy and purpose • How to embrace the power of faith and trust • How to develop a deeper understanding of scripture • How to revive your faith and spread the message of the gospel • How to cultivate a revitalized connection...

From higly-respected professor Homer Hailey (author of popular commentaries on the Minor Prophets, Isaiah, John, and Revelation) comes a book perfect for understanding and defending the inspiration of the Bible! This easy-to-understand volume is designed both for personal study and for Bible class use, and will help grow your faith and confidence in the inspired word of God! Homer Hailey served as a Professor of Bible at Abilene Christian College (now University) and Florida College. His life story has been written by expert religious historian, David Edwin Harrell, "The Churches of Christ ...

In this book, we will explore the mystery of God; that is, the doctrine of the Trinity or Triune God. For years, the debate continues as to whether Jesus Christ and the Father are the same or if they are separate. Answers to this controversy are within the word of God which clearly reveals the truth. In this publication, we will plainly discuss the Godhead; that is, the divine nature of God. Through the presentation of biblical truth, we will bring clarity to this controversial subject.

For many modern Christians, the regulative principle is a foreign concept. The question of how one is to go about the worship of God in the assembly of the saints is one that has never occurred to them. One does not have to look very far in order to notice the consequences of neglecting this subject. From the more extreme examples of preachers on trampolines to the more widely accepted practices of skits and solos, the modern church has found itself outside the boundaries of biblically prescribed worship. The Lord has given us His blueprint for His worship. He has commanded us not to add to...

Jesus loves the sheep he leads, and he leads the sheep he loves. For most pastors, shepherding a local church is far more than their day job. The local church signifies the place a pastor’s heart loves to be, even though leading a church often involves more than a little suffering. In Shepherd & Sheep, Benjamin Vrbicek gives color and texture to one pastor’s love for the church. The twenty-five essays in this book first appeared in places such as Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, 9Marks, For The Church, Gospel-Centered Discipleship, and Desiring God. Excerpt Despite the ...

In Finding Jesus, author Herb Montgomery delves into the profound and often overlooked political dimensions of the gospels. Through meticulous analysis of biblical texts, historical context, and social discourse, this thought-provoking book unveils the gospels’ socio-political, economic teachings as rooted in a profound concern for justice, compassion, and the well-being of the marginalized. The book navigates the intersections between faith and societal justice, presenting a compelling argument for a more socially engaged and transformative Christianity.

The modern church is falling apart at the seams. We have abandoned the practice of the sufficiency of Scripture. Instead of following the pattern of Scripture, we have evolved, morphed, and adjusted in order to keep up with the culture. We have done so to the point that the church in the last century would be unrecognizable to the church of the last 2,000 years. The focus of the church in our current cultural climate should be reformation. We should stop trying to integrate the ways of a collapsing culture into our practices in order to draw people. We should stop trying to force revival to...

Like a fresh wind in the heat of a summer day, this masterpiece of a book will surely refresh the spirits of true disciples of Jesus and bring understanding to the body of Christ in this hour. As with many of Bert’s books, wisdom screams out to us from these golden pages and acts as another plumb line to those who cannot be bought by the religious systems of this world, which tend to be confined by its fleshly restrictions and the limitations of the mere wisdom of man, human thinking, and human agendas. The true disciples of Jesus are losing their taste for the shallow and superficial, ...

Ecclesiology is the study of the church, which is God’s people throughout the world. God has chosen the church to be his global representative (Matt 28:19) and to glorify him throughout eternity (Eph 3:21). The church is God’s temple (1 Cor 3:16) and his family (Gal 6:10). It is Christ’s body, including various members with different spiritual gifts (1 Cor 12:12-28). It is the salt and light of the world (Matt 5:13-14). While on earth, Christ promised to build his church and that the gates of hades will not prevail against it (Matt 16:18). It is the most important institution in the ...

'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.

This volume includes articles about the church, its people, and its leadership. Several articles are about small churches. One section looks at worship, another at money. The meaning and role of the Lord’s Supper and baptism is also included. A collection of articles about church history completes the volume. The articles were written over a span of some 20 years, but have all been recently edited for publication as e-books and as this printed volume and its companion Kindle version. Articles about missions will be in the next volume.