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Nichts ist wichtiger, als das Wort Gottes zu hören, es zu verstehen und ihm zu gehorchen. Nur durch Gottes Wort können wir persönlich und in unseren Gemeinden Leben und gesundes Wachstum erfahren. John Stott ist bekannt für seine große Hingabe zur Bibel, sowohl in seinem Predigtdienst als auch in seinem Leben. In diesem überzeugenden Buch zeigt Stott kurz und bündig die Kraft, die Autorität und die Relevanz auf, die die Bibel für alle Christin...

In his previous book, Breakfast on the Beach, Rev. Dr. Johannes W. H. van der Bijl retold the gospel narrative through the eyes of Simon Peter, inviting us to experience Jesus's life and ministry anew. Now, in For the Life of the World, van der Bijl continues the story, following the disciples on their journey as they become disciple-makers and fulfil the Great Commission, expanding the kingdom of God into every corner of the earth. This bo...

Good preaching is not simply a matter of communicating the gospel message. Rather, it is an invitation to encounter the living God who dwells within that message. Distilling forty years of preaching experience into a single book, God Is in the House is a highly practical tool for all those seeking to strengthen their preaching ministry. It draws on Scripture's many images of God as architect and builder to guide its readers through the proc...

Stories are a powerful tool in the hands of a preacher. Used poorly, they can become the central focus of a sermon, usurping the rightful place of God's word as teacher and guide. Used well, they support the cause of truth, bringing the word of God to life with fresh clarity, relevance and power. This concise book serves as an excellent introduction to the role of storytelling in expository preaching. Ed Moll, a seasoned preacher and preachi...

Rien n'est plus important que la Parole de Dieu. Nous devons l'écouter, la comprendre et la pratiquer. La santé et la croissance des chrétiens et des Églises en dépendent. John Stott est connu pour avoir mis la Bible au c¿ur non seulement de son enseignement et de ses prédications, mais aussi de sa vie. Dans ce livre, de manière concise et convaincante, John Stott nous fait découvrir la puissance, l'autorité et la pertinence de la Bible pour l...

Nothing is more important than hearing, understanding and obeying God's Word. Our lives and local churches depend on this for their life, health and growth.John Stott is well known worldwide for the commitment he had to the Bible, both in his preach- ing and in his living. In this persuasive book, Stott concisely demonstrates the power, authority and relevance of the Bible for every Christian - in every culture and generation.What is the purpo...

In a world that idolizes celebrity and success, 2 Corinthians remains one of our most vital and significant reminders that it is not human strength but God's power that paves the way for victory in the spiritual realm. In this accessible and relevant book, Jonathan Lamb explores key lessons for authentic Christian ministry, including the role of suffering in strengthening our dependence on God, the necessity of both discipline and forgiveness ...

If you have ever been tempted to disregard Psalm 119 under an assumption that it is some dry and dusty psalm about Old Testament law, you are certainly not alone. However, in this in-depth study of the longest chapter in Scripture, Chris Wright reminds us that it is first and foremost a prayer overflowing from a deeply intimate relationship with God. It is an unfolding conversation between the psalmist's rawest emotions and God's word, his sou...

Most Christians, whether preachers or not, are familiar with the Lord's Prayer, maybe too familiar. In this excellent devotional, Geoff New urges us to encounter the Lord's Prayer again - to encounter it as a text that is urgent and powerful, speaking directly to the needs and longings of the human heart.Written primarily with preachers in mind, this book addresses common ministry challenges, such as discouragement and isolation, and demonstra...

Christians from diverse cultural, religious, and political contexts have been studying the Gospel of John for almost two thousand years. In this insightful reflection on the Fourth Gospel, Rev Yohanna Katanacho invites us to encounter the text anew, this time from the perspective of a twenty-first century Palestinian Christian.Challenging the claim that Christ belongs to a particular denomination, nation, or race, Katanacho presents the Gospel...

Christ's letters to the seven churches still resonate today. Like those ancient churches, most churches today lie somewhere on the continuum between flourishing and withering, between faithfulness and faithlessness, between comfort and persecution. Using seven key themes, John Stott illustrates the timeless relevance of Christ's exhortations and warnings to the universal church, while pointing to Christ, the Lamb turned Shepherd, who knows the...

It pleases the Father, Son and Spirit that the Son, Jesus Christ, be the centre of our worship, have the name above all names, and be first above all things. Everyone has a relationship with him - whether bearing his image but being estranged from him or knowing Christ as Lord and Saviour.In this book, John Stott draws our attention to how the New Testament speaks of Jesus Christ. He examines the prepositions used to help us understand more de...

In this updated version of The Preacher's Portrait John Stott presents a portrait of the ideal preacher, a portrait painted by the hand of God himself on the broad canvas of the New Testament. Through studying five roles of a preacher - steward, herald, witness, father, and servant - Stott illustrates God's ideal for a preacher's character, message and purpose.

More and more pulpits are occupied by motivational speakers rather than preachers. Church congregations are not being given a comprehensive, biblical understanding of the faith. Drawing on his own experience as a pastor in Zambia, Conrad Mbewe tackles issues such as the content of pastoral preaching, how pastoral preaching relates to church life, finding the time to prepare pastoral sermons, and dealing with discouragement. Throughout the book...

Christians the world over are under pressure, facing difficulties and dangers of all kinds. Nehemiah was raised up to lead God's people at a critical moment, and the story of his practical realism and courageous faith is vital for Christians today. Providing an overview of the Nehemiah story, this book explains the critical importance of choosing God's priorities and truly hearing and responding to God's word. It tackles essential themes for C...

One of the biggest questions facing Christians today is, 'How can I live wisely?'. Given all that we say about the Christian faith, is it possible to live an authentic, credible Christian life that demonstrates faith that works? Covering a wide range of practical challenges - whether trial and temptation, or poverty and riches, or our use of words, or our patience in suffering, or our struggle with the world, the flesh and the devil - James he...

Preaching about the cross of Christ is one of the greatest privileges and responsibilities any preacher can have! The four Gospel writers who wrote about the cross of Christ and the events leading up to it, did so in their own unique way. Each interpreting the events through the lens of different Old Testament Scriptures and each emphasising different themes. Based on his own sermons preached over a number of years at All Souls Church in Londo...

Live, Listen, Tell: The Art of Preaching will guide readers through the process of sermon preparation and hearing God through the Scriptures. By drawing on life and Scripture, especially the road to Emmaus narrative in Luke 24, the author illustrates that preachers are living a story, listening to a story and telling a story. This book encourages you to pay particular attention, through prayer, to the story to which you are listening. Geoff Ne...

In this clear introduction to Deuteronomy aimed for preachers, pastors and Bible students, Paul Barker covers the major themes and issues of the fifth book of the Bible. Helpful study questions at the end of each chapter provide opportunity for discussion in groups. This integral Old Testament book comes alive in this very useful guide. In Deuteronomy we discover the rich theology of the God who keeps promises, for Deuteronomy is a book which ...

Even angels long to look into these things'Peter wrote to encourage and embolden isolated and vulnerable believers. His timeless words have consoled and challenged ever since and show how the eternal gospel is true even in the toughest circumstances. The last sentence in 1 Peter 1:12 profoundly illustrates that the experience we have each time we open up the Scriptures is nothing less than a heavenly privilege, a privilege that angels do not h...