Church Problems

Most pastors and leaders are godly, wonderful people that don't abuse their sheep. They shepherd their flocks gently and patiently. But we can't ignore the growing number who do not. We need gentle shepherds now more than ever, and in Bully Pulpit, seminary president and biblical scholar Michael J. Kruger offers a unique perspective for both church leaders and church members on the problem of spiritual abuse, how to spot it, and how to handle it in the church.

The Church is simply a group of saved sinners, and because of this we face a variety of issues. How do we deal with them? Focusing on the letter of 1 Corinthians, Pastor Skip Heitzig discusses Church divisions, sexual impurity, marriage difficulties, personal liberties, and other problems in the body of Christ and looks at what God's word says about resolving them.

Paul's two inspired letters to the church at Corinth are explored in this commentary, which studies the text in detail, on a verse-by-verse basis. Both beginners and well-studied readers of the Word of God can find value in this helpful companion to two of the Apostle's great inspired works.

As America begins to come to terms with the costs of White privilege to Black lives, this book urges a soul-searching examination of the role American Christianity has played in sustaining everyday white supremacy by assuring White people of their innocence. In Mormonism and White Supremacy, Joanna Brooks offers an unflinching look at her own people's history and culture and finds in them lessons that will hit home for every scholar of American religion and person of faith.

When Father Bredder gets involved with murder—Heaven only knows what will happen next… When Father Bredder was persuaded to attend a concert by a string quartet, he expected an evening without much excitement. But when the first violinist dies of an apparent heart attack, Father Bredder can’t help but take note. As he conducts his investigation, he uncovers a history of murder and revenge dating back to World War II, all intermeshed with the story of an old and valuable violin. Named “A Red Badge Novel of Suspense” alongside Agatha Christie, Michael Innes, and Hugh Pentecost, The ...

Dealing with Difficult People in Church? In the New Testament, Jesus and the Apostle Paul promised that the Church will have problems with predatory people. It's not a matter of "if," but "when" this will be an issue for your church. Thankfully, aside from warning us about the problem, the Bible also equips us to engage with the problem in healthy, godly ways. In this book, Pastor S.T. Whittaker examines both the problem and the solutions as found in the Scriptures. This book will help you: 1. Wake up to the Bible's warning. 2. Distinguish predators from immature believers. 3. Understand ...

Lorenzo Lebrija, director of TryTank, a lab for church growth and innovation, has developed a fresh straightforward framework for experiments in new ministry based on research and interviews. With three clear steps, this framework can have a lasting impact on any church that uses it. You can even start innovating today, using this specific and actionable process within your church community.

This book is your first resource when you need to know how God can help someone through life challenges! Scripture Resources for Counseling compiles decades of ministry leadership into an easily accessible reference that can be used by any Christian believer. More than 800 Bible texts support Nora Fozard’s experience-based wisdom for helping people through life challenges. Her godly wisdom is gathered into brief discussions of dozens of contemporary topics, then offers you prayer and conversation guides for Word-based, Spirit-led counsel of people in need.

Southern Wyoming 1872 Barely a week after a gunfight that almost took both of their lives, Parson William Stone and Sheriff James Matthews are both faced with life changing decisions. Strife in the Church, and his wife falling ill were almost too much for William to deal with, but when a part of his past he wanted to leave buried shows itself, William comes face to face with the root of bitterness that he never realized was in his heart. As James heals from his wounds, he is looking toward a future with Catherine Woodfield, but is filled with hesitation. Can he be the provider that ...

Delight in intriguing, thought-provoking conversations about ethics, philosophy, and social issues! After Dinner Conversation is a monthly literary magazine publishing short fiction. Each issue features both established writers and up-and-coming authors who contribute fascinating philosophical insights on controversial topics like marriage equality, assisted suicide, the meaning of death, animal rights and defining your "purpose." It's time to go deep in search of truth! If you love reading imaginative short stories on hot topics that make your brain think deeply but also have you laughing ...