Examining what Jesus taught about prayer and how the first Christians approached prayer in the early church, this book offers practical advice for those eager to prioritize prayer in their churches. P
In response to various kinds of false teaching around the world, this book is an exhortation for churches to use biblical theology to help guard the true gospel.
Filled with practical, biblical wisdom, this book casts a vision for the local church as the engine of world missions—for the joy of all people and the glory of God.
In this concise book, Michael Lawrence explains the relationship between what we believe about how people are saved and our approach to sharing the gospel in the context of the local church. Part of t
Aimed at equipping Christians to obey Jesus’s command to make disciples, this book by a widely respected pastor walks through the who, what, where, why, and how of discipling in the context of the loc
Offering practical guidance for those seeking to share their faith, this book will help churches cultivate a culture of evangelism within the context of community. Part of the 9Marks: Building Healthy
This book helps us experience the power of the gospel and see the beauty it creates as we allow God to transform our beliefs, perspectives, and practices. Part of the 9Marks Building Healthy Churches
Emphasizing purposeful ministry over project management, this book outlines a clear and concise “job description” for elders, helping church leaders to shepherd their congregations well. Part of the 9
Expository preaching is crucial for the health and vitality of the church. Helm explores four foundational elements underlying all good preaching, helping preachers remain relevant and biblical. Part
Sound doctrine is the life-blood of God’s people, providing the foundation for the church’s unity and witness. This short, readable book speaks to the importance of good theology for godly living. Par
Provides an accessible framework for understanding church discipline, offering nine case studies and several practical considerations for leading a church through disciplinary situations with grace an
New in the popular 9Marks series on healthy church life, Jonathan Leeman offers a short, readable book on why church membership is a critical element in every healthy Christian’s maturation.
New Day Begun presents the findings of the first major research project on black churches’ civic involvement since C. Eric Lincoln and Lawrence H. Mamiya’s landmark study The Black Church