Written by church planting practitioners for those who want to plant more and better churches all over the place. This book goes back to the Author and Finisher of our faith, the Lord Jesus Christ, looking at how He established His first community of disciples. At the heart of this work are the ministry principles of Jesus transported into the 21st Century post-Christian culture we are called to live in and minister in.This book presents a non-model specific, culturally neutral, principle-driven approach to church multiplication with practical application a central focus. A must-read for anyone considering involvement in a new church start.

The Kingdom Quest: Preparing to Church Plant in the Post-Christian West

Religion & Spirituality

Johnston, Tom

Perkinson, Mike Chong

Christian Books & Bibles

The Church in the West is in trouble- but the Church of Jesus Christ as depicted in the New Testament Scriptures is not! We notice all around us that the Church in the West is in rapid decline, with a shrinking percentage of the population identifying themselves as "Christians." Yet around the world, the revolutionary movement of Jesus continues to expand at an amazing rate. So we know there is yet hope for the Western Church, but much must change to see that hope realized in the lives of people - and the local churches they participate in. A new reformation is needed, an Organic Reformation. This book details the shift in the Church that must take place - and is already underway! The authors boldly advocate for a new reformation - a returning back to the simple teaching of Jesus - that will release again the revolutionary fire of the Church unleashed!

The Organic Reformation: a new hope for the church in the west

Johnston, Dr. Tom

PraxisMedia

Throughout the ages, Christian communities have embraced a “Rule of Life,” or discipleship pattern, in order to walk with Jesus together in their life and mission. Here the word “rule” comes from the Latin regula and is where we get the word regulate, like a pendulum regulates a grandfather clock. Basically, it’s a spiritual rhythm for life together in Christ. Regula is also the root word in Latin for thread, with the Rule of Life being a “common thread” for a community. By grabbing onto this thread, we are able to walk together in Christ and grow together as a Kingdom community. The following “Rule of Life,” or discipleship pattern, is intended to help us in our common pursuit of our life mission. This rule of life consists of the following three elements: affirmations from Scripture for daily reflection and prayer, spiritual disciplines we commit to embrace, and daily and weekly rhythms for engaging God in these disciplines.\nThis Rule of Life is called The C.O.D.E. – and is an acronym for Christians Observing Disciplines Everyday. It is also short-hand for “genetic code” – the very basic building blocks of who we are as disciples of Jesus. It all flows from two summary passages of Scripture often referred to as The Great Commandments (Matthew 22:34-40), and the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20). Jesus is calling us into a way of life, going beyond simply believing in God, to embracing His Lordship in our lives and receiving all the benefits of His Kingdom rule (Luke 4:16-21). The C.O.D.E 90-Day Devotional assists the disciple of Jesus as they seek to more fully and effectively embrace His way, and deepen their relationship with the Lord. The C.O.D.E. Devotional is a collaborative effort by eight different pastors from five different churches who all have a common desire to see more people grow in their relationship with Jesus, and become more empowered to live His way. This book is an exceptional resource for those looking to love God, love others, and to make disciples.

The C.O.D.E.: Affirmations for Walking in the Jesus Way

Kimball, John

Clark, Marjorie L.

McGinnin, Selina

McGinnin Jr., Tim

Richenburg, Deryk

Sonnleitner, Troy

The Kingdom Quest invites every reader, pastor, and church planter to join in the adventure of rethinking church. The authors contend we have focused too much on the process of "doing" church by developing people who attend church services rather than "being" the church and creating disciples who reflect the love, forgiveness, mercy and grace of Christ on the job, in our homes and in our neighborhoods. It has been said that the church in the western world has been reduced to being a vendor of spiritual goods and services. Whichever church has the best product and environment is the one who wins the loyal support of its constituency. But is this really what the church is supposed to be? Jesus came because he cared about establishing two great relationships: loving God with everything we have and loving our neighbor as ourselves. Jesus was not about slick slogans, edgy philosophy or being cool. The Kingdom Quest will force you to rethink who you are and what kind of church we are becoming. Come join the adventure!

The Kingdom Quest

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