Author: William H. Willimon, David N. Mosser
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
ISBN: 066423643X
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 267

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Author: David Mosser
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
ISBN: 0664235433
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 266

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Preacher and teacher David Mosser offers practical and spiritual guidance for pastors struggling to manage and respond to changes in the economy, changes in their neighborhoods, changes in their denominations, changes in the congregation, changes in culture, and the life changes present in every parishioner's life. Wise words from authors such as Alyce McKenzie, David Buttrick, Joanna Adams, and Thomas Long all contribute to this most timely and helpful book.

Author: LifeWay Christian Resources
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780767325073
Category :
Languages : en
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Author: Craig A. Satterlee
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1566996066
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 178

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Both new and veteran preachers alike find the annual stewardship sermon a challenge and are eager for encouraging, practical advice. In Preaching and Stewardship, Craig Satterlee offers a nuts-and-bolts handbook on preaching stewardship, raising issues preachers need to consider when preparing stewardship sermons and offering advice on how to address them. Satterlee argues that stewardship preaching must include a bold and concrete proclamation of God's love, will, and justice, as well as an invitation to grow as stewards in response to this proclamation. He focuses each chapter on a question preachers ought to ask themselves as they prepare the stewardship sermon, beginning with, 'What do you mean by stewardship?' and 'Why should we give to the church?' In chapters 3 through 6, he explores what the Bible says about stewardship. In chapter 7, he names some of the assumptions both preachers and worshipers bring to the stewardship sermon. The final chapter a variety of ways congregations can support the stewardship sermon. Satterlee illustrates the premise of each chapter with anecdotes from congregational life. Preachers who desire examples of stewardship sermons will especially appreciate stewardship sermons he shares from various preachers to illustrate points in the main text.

Author: Charles Cloughen, Jr
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 081922491X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 143

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This collection of inspirational messages reflects on the many aspects of stewardship that congregations—both large and small—experience throughout the year. Designed for use at the offertory each Sunday, they may also be incorporated into the sermon or printed in the bulletin. This resource provides scores of different ways for clergy and leaders to connect the mission and vision of the local church with the stewardship of its members’ time, abilities, and financial resources. Includes input from a dozen contributors representing several denominations and congregations of all sizes.

Author: Roy H. Bleick
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780570039518
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 96

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Author: Adam Hamilton
Publisher: Abingdon Press
ISBN: 142674207X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 140

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Money has great power in our lives. Used wisely, it is one key to accomplishing our goals, providing for our needs, and fulfilling our life purpose. In recent years, many of us ignored the wisdom of the past when it came to managing and spending our money. Credit card debt soared, savings rates plummeted, and our home equity became something to be tapped into and spent rather than a source of security in retirement. We felt an insatiable desire for more. And we found ourselves spending tomorrow's money today in order to have what we hoped would satisfy. The result of all of this was not greater happiness and satisfaction, but greater stress and anxiety. Enough is an invitation to rediscover the Bible's wisdom when it comes to prudent financial practices. In these pages are found the keys to experiencing contentment, overcoming fear, and discovering joy through simplicity and generosity. This book could change your life, by changing your relationship with money. "We Americans love our stuff. We're living in a fast-paced, me-first, instant-gratification world, and it's finally catching up to us. Debt is out of control, homes are in foreclosure ... even banks are going out of business. What the world needs today is the message of contentment and simplicity, and that's exactly what Pastor Adam Hamilton delivers in "Enough." Dave Ramsey, New York Times Best-Selling Author and Nationally Syndicated Radio Talk Show Host "Once again, Adam Hamilton is leading the church; 'Enough is enough' was once a Wesleyan watchword. Adam breathes new life into the Wesleyan commitment to simplicity. Amid a culture of greed and conspicuous consumption Adam calls us to a biblically based, evangelical joy of having the faith to say 'enough is enough.'" Bishop Will Willimon United Methodist Church, Birmingham Area "I pay close attention to whatever Adam Hamilton writes. His books are marked by extraordinary pastoral insight, biblical and theological depth, courage to speak the truth, and down-to-earth practicality. Enough comes like an antidote in the middle of a pandemic. I hope that classes, groups, couples, and individuals will use this book--and the economic crisis it addresses--as a challenge to get healthy again by deepening our discipleship in the vital area of money and possessions." Brian McLaren, Author/Networker (brianmclaren.net)

Author: Carol A. Wehrheim
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
ISBN: 9780664226893
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 116

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In her follow-up to Getting It Together, Carol Wehrheim presents a concise, accessible resource to help families better understand the importance of stewardship: in the family, in the congregation, in the community, and in the world. Reminding us that stewardship is about much more than money, Wehrheim clearly illustrates a more holistic understanding of the concept to include careful consideration of the choices we make that show the role Christian discipleship plays in our lives. She skillfully analyzes biblical passages and identifies spiritual practices intrinsic to stewardship as a way of helping families respond to their call to be stewards in today's world. Including both a participant's section and a leader's guide, Giving Together is ideal for group or family study.

Author: Jerry L. Schmalenberger
Publisher: CSS Publishing Company
ISBN: 9780895368942
Category : Christian giving
Languages : en
Pages : 60

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Author: Mark Gravrock
Publisher: Augsburg Fortress Publishing
ISBN: 9780806620763
Category : Christian stewardship
Languages : en
Pages : 60

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