Religious Leadership

Waiting to be rediscovered in the British Library is an ancient manuscript of the early Church, copied by an anonymous monk. The manuscript is at least 1,450 years old, possibly dating to the first century, Jesus' lifetime. And now, The Lost Gospel provides the first-ever translation from Syriac into English of this unique document that tells the inside story of Jesus' social, family, and political life. The Lost Gospel takes listeners on an unparalleled historical adventure through a paradigm-shifting manuscript.

Winner of the 1987 Pulitzer Prize for Biography and the Robert F. Kennedy Book Award, this is the most comprehensive book ever written about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. David J. Garrow had unrestricted access to Martin Luther King's personal papers, to thousands of pages of newly released FBI documents and more than 700 interviews with King's closest friends and enemies.

“Impressively researched and written with storytelling verve” (The Wall Street Journal), this is the definitive account of the disastrous siege at the Branch Davidian compound in Waco, Texas, featuring never-before-seen documents, photographs, and interviews, from former investigative...

A major problem in the local church today is lack of leadership. Simply put, we have more needs than we have leaders to meet those needs. So, how do we train better leaders faster? The truth is, very few churches really have a well-thought-out leadership development plan. Growth requires...

Is successful leadership measured simply by the outcomes a leader achieves, or is there another—more essential—yardstick for measuring success? In Redefining Leadership, author, pastor, and college president Joe Stowell shows us that the best leaders are driven by Christ-formed character...

We've seen the news stories and heard the rumors. Maybe we ourselves have been hurt by a narcissistic church leader. It's easy to throw the term around and diagnose others from afar. But what is narcissism, really? And how does it infiltrate the church?

In this powerful book, the renowned exorcist of Rome tells of his many experiences in his ministry as an exorcist doing battle with Satan to relieve the great suffering of people in the grip of evil. The importance of the ministry to "expel demons" is clearly seen in the Gospels, from the actions of the Apostles, and from Church history. Fr. Amorth allows the listener to witness the activities of the exorcist, to experience what an exorcist sees and does.

Turning the other cheek does not mean standing by while the enemies of God dismantle Christian civilization and brainwash our children. Decrying the cowardice that masquerades as meekness, Eric Metaxas summons the Church to battle. An attenuated and unbiblical “faith” based on what Bonhoeffer called “cheap grace” has sapped the spiritual vitality of millions of Americans. Paying lip service to an insipid “evangelism,” they shrink from combating the evils of our time. Metaxas refutes the pernicious lie that fighting evil politicizes Christianity.

David Koresh and the Branch Davidians: Inside the History, Beliefs, Leadership, and Tragic Legacy of the Waco Siege offers a clear, thorough, and accessible examination of one of the most controversial events in modern American history. This book guides readers through the origins of the Branch Davidians, the rise of David Koresh, and the theological ideas that shaped the Mount Carmel community. Through careful explanation and well structured chapters, the book explores how Koresh’s prophetic interpretations, charismatic leadership, and influence over his followers formed the foundation ...

Unlock the Secrets of the Fulani Ethnic Group: A Comprehensive Guide to Their Tradition, Religion, Titles, Leadership, and More Discover the Heart of Fulani Heritage Are you ready to delve into the rich tapestry of one of Africa's most captivating ethnic groups? Dive deep into "Legacy of the Fulani: Tradition, Religion, Titles, Leadership, and Beyond" and uncover the profound legacy of the Fulani people—a community whose history and culture have shaped the African continent. Why This Book is a Must-Read In this meticulously researched and vividly written book, you'll embark on a journey ...

The Garden in Eden was filled with fruit-producing trees, sprouting plants and grasses, and gently flowing rivers. Adam, G-d's chosen king/priest, was called to cultivate the garden's fertile soil, to guard the sacred space from external enemies, and to rule over the Earth. After breaking covenant with YHWH, his king, Adam was banished to the field, a place of thorns and thistles, where he became a slave to the earth. The Temple Revealed in the Garden: Priests and Kings examines the Garden story from an ancient Near East perspective.

The Jesus People movement was a unique combination of the hippie counterculture and evangelical Christianity. It first appeared in the famed "Summer of Love" of 1967, in San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury district, and spread like wildfire in Southern California and beyond, to cities like Seattle, Atlanta, and Milwaukee. In 1971 the growing movement found its way into the national media spotlight and gained momentum, attracting a huge new following among evangelical church youth.

Three friends. One train. A journey through time they never expected—and might not escape. Trevor Hollings thinks his life is completely ordinary. His neighborhood is boring. School is the worst—especially history class—and nothing exciting ever happens. But when Trevor, Becky, and Andrew stumble onto a mysterious train in the middle of the night, they’re thrown headfirst into a wild adventure through the past. From the dangerous gold rush camps of the 1840s to the sweltering bakeries of 19th-century New York, and even into the shadowy tunnels of a deadly train disaster, the kids ...

When Michael was growing up, his father would drive him out to his ranch. There, Ronald Reagan taught Michael how to ride a horse, how to shoot a gun, and much more. As they drove together or did chores together, Michael's father told him stories and taught him about life, love, family, faith, success, and leadership.

Nearly all churches and ministries consider themselves dedicated to evangelism, and many explicitly include outreach in their mission statements. But few are actually bearing fruit. Kevin Harney diagnoses this problem and offers guidance for multiplying the outreach impact of churches. Organic...

For far too long, the church has tried to make disciples using a one-size-fits-all approach. Some churches advocate 1-on-1 discipling, others try getting everyone into a small group, while still others training through mission trips or service projects. Yet others focus all their efforts on...

Bring God Back Into Schools—And Find Your Calling Along the Way Public schools are in crisis. Violence, confusion, anxiety, and hopelessness are devastating students, overwhelming teachers, and eroding the very foundation of our communities. For decades, people of faith have been sidelined—told to stay quiet, stay out, and let the system handle it. That ends now. In School Chaplain: A Call to Faith, Family, and Freedom, Rocky J. Malloy—a former missionary, military officer, and founder of the National School Chaplain Association—issues a bold and timely invitation to step into ...

Discipleship occurs when someone answers the call to learn from Jesus how to live his or her life as though Jesus were living it. The end result is that the disciple becomes the kind of person who naturally does what Jesus did. How the church understands salvation and the gospel is the key to...

Shadows of the Occult: An In-Depth Exploration of Cults, Occult, and Their Rituals" Unlock the Hidden World of Cults and Occultic Practices – A Must-Read for Truth Seekers, Scholars, and the Curious Alike! Are you intrigued by the mysterious and secretive world of cults and occult practices? Do you want to understand the rituals, initiation processes, and the psychological power these groups hold over their followers? Discover the dark and enigmatic truths behind the shadows with "Shadows of the Occult: An In-Depth Exploration of Cults, Occult, and Their Rituals." Why This Book is a Must-...

Community Christian Church embraced the Big Idea and everything changed. They decided to avoid the common mistake of bombarding people with so many “little ideas” that they suffered overload. They also recognized that leaders often don’t insist that the truth be lived out to accomplish...