Sometimes it is hard to behave as God expects…. As senior pastor of one of the most effective churches in America,* bestselling author Leith Anderson knows the questions and needs that Christians bring to the faith. How to Act Like a Christian offers encouraging words and practical help to anyone seeking to live fully and effectively in God's world. This book addresses the most urgent questions and concerns that affect a Christian's daily walk with God. Topics include: <ul>
<li>Forgiving Those Who Sin Against Us</li> <li>Managing Money Like God is Going to Ask</li> <li>Setting Sexual Boundaries</li> <li>Making Important Decisions</li> <li>Facing Serious Illness</li> <li>Grieving Great Losses</li> <li>Praying that Makes a Difference</li> <li>Walking by Faith</li> <li>and more…</li>
</ul> A Leader's Guide with DVD is also available for small groups that choose to study How To Act Like a Christian. Leith Anderson's many interests involve him in pastoring, teaching, writing, speaking, and leadership. He is the radio personality on Faith Matters, which is heard each week on more than 100 radio stations. Most important is his ministry as senior pastor of Wooddale Church in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, where 5000 persons worship and learn each weekend. In addition to many articles in periodicals, Leith Anderson is author of: <ul>
<li>MASTERING CHURCH MANAGEMENT (co-author; Multnomah Press) </li>
<li>DYING FOR CHANGE (Bethany House Publishers) </li>
<li>A CHURCH FOR THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY (Bethany) </li>
<li>WHO'S IN CHARGE (Co-author; Multnomah) </li>
<li>WINNING THE VALUES WAR (Bethany) </li>
<li>PRAYING TO THE GOD YOU CAN TRUST (Bethany) </li>
<li>LEADERSHIP THAT WORKS (Bethany) </li>
<li>BECOMING FRIENDS WITH GOD (Bethany) </li>
<li>JESUS: AN INTIMATE PORTRAIT OF THE MAN, HIS LAND, AND HIS PEOPLE </li>
</ul> *According to The Church Report Magazine (www.thechurchreport.com).

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The context of Christianity is ever-changing, but the durability and relevance of the message of Jesus has been proven over time. Imagine life and the very different practice of Christianity in the days of the Early Church¦ the Dark Ages¦the Industrial Revolution¦the Great Depression ¦and the Digital Age. The relevant, vibrant, and effective church of today will always ask, Where has God placed us? In what time and what cultural context? Cultural changes can seem to diminish the gospels value as outdated styles and forms create barriers between contemporary people and a timeless God. Dan Collison provides insights into ministry that will help shrink the cultural walls that people must scale to experience Jesus. Jesus Church is a living entity that beautifully fits every context in every century. But it does take work. This fitting in is not pandering or caving in to culture; it is a recognition that we exist not

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Collison, Dan

Slice of life dramas are a tool to capture the imagination of viewers and communicate good news by telling stories that mirror real life. Slice of Life Worship Dramas (Volume 1) contains fifteen short, ready-to-use drama scripts that focus on moments in time and emotions to which people can relate. Themes in volume 1 include second chances, courage, doing good, forgiveness, love, spiritual growth, anxiety, kindness, God’s provision, truth, and more. The DVD included in this book contains live performances of twelve of the dramas, as recorded by the Wooddale Church media staff.  Slice of Life Worship Dramas also contains helpful hints to assist in launching a drama ministry, working with church leaders, building a team, choosing scripts, and running effective rehearsals. "Read these scripts, and you will be impressed. Hear these stories, and your heart will be touched. Experience these dramas on the stage, and you will be changed."Leith Anderson, PastorWooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN  "These dramas contain a rare combination of humor, reflection, insight, and development of theological thought that fit in almost any worship context."Dan Collison, Worship Arts PastorWooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN"Great dramas for worship services are like appetizers before a special meal. Slice of Life Worship Dramas is filled with humorous, powerful, keen dramas that set the table for the main course. I have used many of these stories for my sermons."Joel K. Johnson, Senior PastorWestwood Community Church, Excelsior, MN"Touching our emotions in a short drama is difficult, but Shelly has mastered the art. Slice of life dramas help people feel the truths they long to understand. These short dramas are authentic and create beautiful pictures for the pastor to develop with the sermon."Mark Hostetler, Director of Crosswalk MinistriesCross of Glory Lutheran Church, Brooklyn Center, MN

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Slice of life dramas are a tool to capture the imagination of viewers and communicate good news by telling stories that mirror real life. Slice of Life Worship Dramas (Volume 2) contains fifteen short, ready-to-use drama scripts that focus on moments in time and emotions to which people can relate. Themes in volume 2 include God’s power, sin, transformation, temptation, integrity, outreach, patience, missions, trust, grief, and more. The DVD included in this book contains live performances of twelve of the dramas, as recorded by the Wooddale Church media staff. Slice of Life Worship Dramas also contains helpful hints to assist in launching a drama ministry, working with church leaders, building a team, choosing scripts, and running effective rehearsals. "Read these scripts, and you will be impressed. Hear these stories, and your heart will be touched. Experience these dramas on the stage, and you will be changed." Leith Anderson, Pastor Wooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN "These dramas contain a rare combination of humor, reflection, insight, and development of theological thought that fit in almost any worship context." Dan Collison, Worship Arts Pastor Wooddale Church, Eden Prairie, MN "Great dramas for worship services are like appetizers before a special meal. Slice of Life Worship Dramas is filled with humorous, powerful, keen dramas that set the table for the main course. I have used many of these stories for my sermons." Joel K. Johnson, Senior Pastor Westwood Community Church, Excelsior, MN "Touching our emotions in a short drama is difficult, but Shelly has mastered the art. Slice of life dramas help people feel the truths they long to understand. These short dramas are authentic and create beautiful pictures for the pastor to develop with the sermon." Mark Hostetler, Director of Crosswalk Ministries Cross of Glory Lutheran Church, Brooklyn Center, MN

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