There’s no scoreboard in the sanctuary, and the only plate is probably for the offering. But every church leader needs to know how to win, an...
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Jun 05, 2011
Al
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A bit of a different spin on a more famous book with a very similar title.
This is a very pragmatic (& as one reviewer observed - a very Western philosophy) and simple approach to help clarify what it is you're trying to achieve in your ministry as a Pastor/Leader.
There's nothing really "new" in the book. BUT, it was, for me, invigorating and encouraging to read - it stirred me up (fanned the flame, so to speak) to be more intentional and deliberate in my approach to m More...
This is a very pragmatic (& as one reviewer observed - a very Western philosophy) and simple approach to help clarify what it is you're trying to achieve in your ministry as a Pastor/Leader.
There's nothing really "new" in the book. BUT, it was, for me, invigorating and encouraging to read - it stirred me up (fanned the flame, so to speak) to be more intentional and deliberate in my approach to m More...
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Jul 26, 2011
Al
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: "Excellent Tool for Strategic Implementation in the local Church. This book's-principles is the foundation for our Ministry Team on how we think through new initiatives in our Church. For anyone in local church leadership a must read and better with a your whole team."
Nov 15, 2008
Craig
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This is an unusual book to be listed in my most recent reads collection. I'm guessing it was a last ditch grapple for being the leader the institution wanted me to be before I essentially walked away. What was interesting was how spot on the book and what Stanley outlines is. But the interesting thing was it was as much a read for anyone in leadership/management as it was for those in "church" positions. Just reinforced for me that there are some great business leaders out there trappe
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Mar 30, 2010
Reid
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Parts of this book were really useful to me.
The first half (story part) was a good overview of North Point's principles of ministry.
I kept wanting more Bible and less business principles. But I couldn't help but be impressed with the Western mindset of evaluating what I am doing in ministry -- "Is it working or not"?
Non western Christians would have a hard time understanding the term "win".
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The first half (story part) was a good overview of North Point's principles of ministry.
I kept wanting more Bible and less business principles. But I couldn't help but be impressed with the Western mindset of evaluating what I am doing in ministry -- "Is it working or not"?
Non western Christians would have a hard time understanding the term "win".
Love, faithfulness, becoming Christl More...
Aug 03, 2011
Some great concepts to use in ministry. One thing that stands out though is how much of an advantage a leader has when starting a new ministry as opposed to trying to change an established one.
Jun 11, 2011
John
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This is a simple yet valuable read on the principles of leading a church written in a story format that keeps you engaged and wanting more. I'd recommend to all pastors and church leaders.
Dec 31, 2010
Brian
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Very practical. Loved this book because it goes along with what our church is going through. Highly suggest others to read this grand book.
Jan 12, 2010
Steven
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Amazing! This is a book I think I am going to read every year. THe principles and practices in this book are so simple yet so powerful. I really appreciated the transparency in North Point's ministry process. If you are in ministry you should read this book.
Dec 16, 2009
Jeff
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Gives pratical ways to define a win in ministry. It can definitely keep pastors from buring out.
Oct 22, 2008
Scott
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Great book! It forces you to look at why you are doing what you are doing as a church! It also shows you practically how to do the things that God has called you to do. I am currently going through this book with my Leadership Team and it is really getting us all on the same page! I cannot wait to see what God is going to do with our church as we more "effective ministry!"
Oct 08, 2009
Luke
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This is a great book on making ministry work. It's not theological. It's practical. It can be applied to Word and Sacrament ministry just as it has been applied to church growth stuff. A must read for all pastors!
May 07, 2008
Brad
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This book begins in parabolic style, and then unpacks the parable with effective leadership principles. What I appreciate about Andy Stanley is his passion to keep ministry simple and focused. Everything has a purpose. This is a great book which presents high end leadership principles from a master communicator.
Feb 22, 2010
David
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This makes a grade-A, excellent management and organizational-systems book! I have since moved past trying to micromanage the Kingdom, so this wouldn't be my first suggestion to you unless a management or organizational-systems kind of book is what you are looking for.
Oct 22, 2008
Rj
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Classic Andy Stanley, extremely clear. Very practical and easy to read. It definitely makes you think about the strategy behind why you do what you do.
Jul 05, 2008
Matt
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Really simple, but very good. Challenges you to simple down your ministry. Maybe even actually organize it.
Oct 09, 2007
Daniel
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Excellent, modern, strategic planning book. A great help to us at SVCC.
Apr 12, 2009
Danny
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7 Practices of Effective Ministry is composed of 2 parts. In part 1, the pastor plays hooky from an elders’ meeting to attend a major league baseball game and discovers 7 principles that become the basis of the 7 practices in part 2. Part 2 delves more deeply into each of the practices. There are great questions at the end of each of these chapters. The 7 practices are Clarify the win, Think steps not programs, Narrow the focus, Teach less for more, Listen to outsiders, Replace yourself and Work
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