Modern Missions

Nothing can be so simple as a Christmas Eve proposal when B.O.T.s is involved. Bree is the perfect woman for Joseph--if only he could convince her that getting married makes sense. Maybe taking her back to the place where they fell in love will help. Even as his plan is put into motion, it begins to unravel. Find out how wrong things can go for this Mr. Right! *Contains bonus prequel. ** Release week bonus story included -- get it before it's gone.

In this classic work, John Stott shows that a Christian mission must encompass both evangelism and social action. He begins with careful definitions of five key terms-mission, evangelism, dialogue, salvation and conversion. Then, through a thorough biblical exploration of these concepts, Stott provides a model for ministry to people's spiritual and physical needs alike.

An award-winning journalist reveals the dramatic true story of the CIA's Team Alpha, the first Americans to be dropped behind enemy lines in Afghanistan after 9/11. America is reeling; Al-Qaeda has struck and thousands are dead. The country scrambles to respond, but the Pentagon has no plan for...

Go undercover in this military romcom based around the “Royal American Wedding” where nothing is as it seems and breaking into your partner's hotel room is all part of the job. Bree has been dying to go undercover for the IRS and bring down someone big, but it doesn’t matter how long she stays at the office… the dates she avoids so she can work weekends … the dumpsters she climbs in… she’s overlooked for the field assignments. Every. Time. Until Joseph Murphy came along with a shiny new campaign embezzlement investigation. He’s been called in because his buddy is the groom ...

When your older brother is trained to kill--dating his best friend is a bad idea. But there's something about Chris's broken hero/tragic family background that Genny just wants to love on. Can she mend his shredded heart? Or will they be blown apart by her brother's over-protective nature? When wedding planner Genesis Navarro is paired up as a fake wedding date for the guy she's been crushing on for years... a guy who kissed her once upon a time--and then WALKED AWAY... she's not thrilled. But she'll do anything for her brides. Chris Spencer would love nothing more than to make Genesis his ...

Enjoy this hilarious military romcom based around the wedding of the century from the dynamic writing duo of USA Today Bestselling Authors Lucy McConnell and Ellie Thornton. When Elena Navarro agrees to her husband's plan to take out his buddy Andy, and win the ongoing game of Black Ops Tag, during Andy's wedding week; she didn't know it would involve not showering for three days, sleeping in a tent, and eating MREs. Pete's gone loco and she might too if she doesn't get a warm shower. Pete knows Elena is struggling. They've tried to have kids for over ten years and she's getting desperate. ...

Trendy new missions strategies are a dime a dozen, promising missionaries monumental results in record time. These strategies report explosive movements of people turning to Christ, but their claims are often dubious and they do little to ensure the health of believers or churches that remain. How can churches and missionaries address the urgent need to reach unreached people without falling for quick fixes?

Some disappear by choice. Others are erased. When former black-ops operative Luke Ryder steps in to protect a terrified teenage girl at a rundown bus station, he thinks he’s breaking up a simple assault. He’s wrong. The girl, Leila, is the sole surviving witness to Ghost State, a clandestine programme capable of wiping entire populations off the map. Ryder’s a drifter with a broken past and a talent for disappearing. But when he realises who is hunting the girl—his former handler, the brilliant and ruthless Matthias Voss—he knows he can’t walk away. What follows is a relentless ...

A high-stakes rescue. A political scandal waiting to happen. A wedding no one will ever forget. America West is six months from launching her Senate campaign—until a drop-dead gorgeous military investigator climbs through her second-story window, disables her security system, and kidnaps her. Okay, maybe not kidnapped exactly. More like… forcefully escorted to a first date she never saw coming. Captain Andy Phelps isn’t just bold—he’s brilliant, relentless, and charming in a way that makes dangerous feel delicious. But when sparks fly, secrets surface, and love lands faster than ...

What if Mother Teresa or Billy Graham lived and worked — and nobody knew their names? What if one of the church’s most influential missionaries went almost unnoticed? Meet Katharine (Katy) Barnwell. Within Bible translation, she’s a legend. Outside of Bible translation, few have heard of her. But not even Billy Graham holds a candle to what God did through Katy.

Yes, it’s possible to grow your donor base, raise more support, and get fully funded in today's modern world. Over 5,000 missionaries leave the field every year because of a lack of finances. There’s a gap between what you’ve been taught about raising support and the reality of what it actually takes. More than ever, donors are distracted and preoccupied. How can missionaries and ministry leaders raise support and grow their donor base in an increasingly noisy world?

‘A gripping new collection from Max Hastings that puts you at the heart of the battle … Compelling’ Daily Mail ‘An unmissable read’ Sunday Times Soldiers is a very personal gathering of sparkling, gripping tales by many writers, about men and women who have borne arms, reflecting...

The Living as Modern-Day Missionaries: Bearing Witness to Christ in the Secular World is a transformative book that will inspire and empower you to share your faith and embrace the Christian mission with joy and courage. With its powerful messages of Christian living and spiritual growth, this book will motivate you to be an effective witness to Christ in today's secular world. Drawing upon biblical principles and practical real-life stories, the author has created an invaluable resource for evangelism and mission work. The book provides practical advice for Christians who are looking to ...

Every local church should be engaged with global missions, even if most individuals in the church aren't called to go overseas. But what does this engagement actually look like? How can local churches train, send, and support missionaries well? Unpacking principles from the Bible and applying them in the context of real life in a local church, this short guide is filled with practical steps and advice for supporting missionaries, forming international partnerships, sending short-term teams, and engaging with the nations here at home.

Jesús nos envía al mundo de la misma manera que el Padre lo envió a él. Sin embargo, aun miles de años después, muchos cristianos todavía no se ponen de acuerdo que incluye esto. Algunos creen que el enfoque de la misión cristiana es evangelizar y «salvar almas». Otros enfatizan asuntos de justicia global o la labor de alivio y desarrollo. ¿Acaso solo una de estas dos opiniones está en lo correcto por si sola?

Across the church, there is a rift between theology and missions. Bad theology produces bad missions, and bad missions fuel bad theology. We wrongly think that we must choose between making a global impact and thinking deeply about the things of God. But the relationship between theology and missions is symbiotic—one cannot exist without the other. They walk hand in hand.

The Sunday Times (London) Novel of the Year “Luminous…a writer to watch—and to savor.” —Oprah Daily From the award-winning author of West and The Redemption of Galen Pike, a “sublime” (The Toronto Star) and propulsive novel that follows an Englishman seeking refuge in a remote hill...

There has always been a price for following Christ, and many have paid the ultimate price. The Voice of the Martyrs, co-authors of the bestseller Jesus Freaks, brings you a daily devotional filled with inspiring stories of courage, commitment, confession and compassion. In an age of extremes, you can find faith, strength, encouragement and hope through the stories of fellow believers from all over the world and from past centuries up to the present. These men and women, young and old, went to the outer limits of devotion. Each story is extreme. Each story will change your life.

She lived a quiet life. She died at 27. But her mission is still unfolding. Annabelle Francisco was a simple young woman from Zamboanga—ordinary in the world’s eyes, but extraordinary in Heaven’s plan. After her passing, miraculous healings, divine messages, and a mysterious flow of blessed oil began to emerge through her story and the chapel built in her honor in Vitali. Through her brother, chosen as her spiritual voice, Annabelle continues to serve as one of the Blessed Virgin Mary's heavenly ladies, known now as Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of Manaoag in spirit and mission. This ...

Mission, vision, values, and aspirational statements are meant to be more than decorations and slogans that make organizations look good in the eyes of employees, customers, investors, and stakeholders. When articulated properly, vision and mission statements can be powerful tools and can be positioned as strategic road maps to steer and unite organizations, employees, and stakeholders toward common objectives and goals. In addition, vision and mission statements can help corporations and organizations define their purpose and establish a unique corporate identity.