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Simple Church
- Returning to God's Process for Making Disciples
- Narrated by: Grover Gardner
- Length: 6 hrs and 25 mins
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The simple revolution has begun. From the design of the iPod to the uncluttered Google homepage, simple ideas are changing the world. Simple Church clearly calls for Christians to return to the simple gospel-sharing methods of Jesus. No bells or whistles required, so to speak.
Based on case studies of 400 American churches, authors Thom Rainer and Eric Geiger prove that the process for making disciples has quite often become too complex. Simple churches are thriving, and they are doing so by taking these four ideas to heart: Clarity. Movement. Alignment. Focus. Each idea is examined here, simply showing why it is time to simplify.
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- By: Thom S. Rainer
- Narrated by: Michael Beck
- Length: 3 hrs and 15 mins
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A trustworthy and respected guide for pastors and church leadership in the post-quarantine world, providing hope and vision for the future of your congregation.
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A revisiting of previous books
- By wall32 on 01-31-21
By: Thom S. Rainer
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Scrappy Church
- God's Not Done Yet
- By: Thom S. Rainer
- Narrated by: William Sarris
- Length: 2 hrs and 50 mins
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What does a scrappy church look like? Let's take a look together.
By: Thom S. Rainer
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Master Plan of Evangelism
- By: Robert Coleman
- Narrated by: Scott Grunden
- Length: 3 hrs and 14 mins
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For more than 40 years, this classic study has challenged and instructed more than 1.5 million readers in reaching the world for Christ. With a foreword by Billy Graham and now repackaged for a new generation of readers, The Master Plan of Evangelism will show every Christian how to minister to the people God brings into their lives.
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A Christian Classic - Boringly Narrated
- By kevmeister on 04-07-11
By: Robert Coleman
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The Unchurched Next Door
- Understanding Faith Stages as Keys to Sharing Your Faith
- By: Thom S. Rainer
- Narrated by: Don Reed
- Length: 7 hrs and 1 min
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This Silver Medallion Book award-winning national interview survey of unchurched people sheds insight on who the unchurched next door are, what objections they raise, and how to connect with them, taking into account their various faith stages, based on the Rainer scale with rankings from U5 to U1.
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Needs to be preached in every church in the world!
- By David Hooper on 11-26-12
By: Thom S. Rainer
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Lead Like It Matters
- 7 Leadership Principles for a Church That Lasts
- By: Craig Groeschel
- Narrated by: Craig Groeschel
- Length: 7 hrs and 35 mins
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Discover the secret to igniting a life-giving, soul-transforming, people-inspiring movement in your organization, church, or ministry--and the trick to keeping the momentum going. In Lead Like It Matters, New York Times bestselling author and pastor Craig Groeschel shares the transformative insights he's learned about how to effectively build a thriving, enduring ministry and organization.
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Would highly recommend
- By Penny Stoner on 01-26-23
By: Craig Groeschel
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Communicating for a Change
- Seven Keys to Irresistible Communication
- By: Andy Stanley
- Narrated by: Lloyd James
- Length: 5 hrs and 13 mins
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Whether you speak from the pulpit, podium, or the front of a classroom, you don't need much more than blank stares and faraway looks to tell you you’re not connecting. Take heart before your audience takes leave! You can convey your message in the powerful, life-changing way it deserves to be told. An insightful, entertaining parable that's an excellent guide for any speaker, Communicating for a Change takes a simple approach to delivering effectively.
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A must read for every communicator!
- By Bert on 07-22-14
By: Andy Stanley
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Essential Church?
- Reclaiming a Generation of Dropouts
- By: Thom Rainer
- Narrated by: Erik Synnestvedt
- Length: 7 hrs and 16 mins
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Why do so many young adults (18 to 22) leave the church, and what will it take to bring them back? This important question is examined and duly answered in Essential Church?, a follow-up to Thom S. Rainer's best-selling Simple Church and cowritten with his son, research expert Sam Rainer.
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An Essential Book For Essential Churches
- By Justin on 03-12-09
By: Thom Rainer
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Surprising Insights from the Unchurched and Proven Ways to Reach Them
- By: Thom Rainer
- Narrated by: Don Reed
- Length: 6 hrs and 19 mins
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This first-of-its-kind comprehensive study of the formerly unchurched explodes some common myths as to what it takes to reach people. It also provides insight into how the Christian church can develop effective approaches for reaching the growing number of unchurched in North America.
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Of Narrow Interest
- By Roy on 04-04-09
By: Thom Rainer
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- Rev. Pc
- 11-11-22
Fascinating
I loved the outline of a Simple Church. The most memorable thing was the section on eliminating areas that holds people back. I am not currently overseeing a congregation; but I pray to share the information I have heard to my Pastor. We must change.
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- J. Long
- 07-08-15
Must listen
This is something every church should listen to. Instead of doing many thing poorly, do a few things with excellence.
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- Utah
- 08-06-18
Great book, lots of great insights
I enjoyed Simple Church. I thought it did a good job of comparing older model churches with other churches to help pastors and leaders see some areas that likely need improvement. Its never easy to change but if we don't change we aren't going to last.
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- Will
- 03-04-10
Thought Provoking
The authors have a lot of great ideas. However, I felt that their research was too narrow. I do recommend it to church leaders.
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- Ben Palm
- 10-20-16
Simple = Focused and excellent
When a church is simple, it can do a few things well, pouring all its energy into the programs that will help people grow closer to Christ. This book spells it out well - a great read!
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- Gary Hanks
- 06-07-16
great idea, great explantation
Being a Pastor and teacher I greatly enjoyed how the book unfolded including explaining the research behind the process as well as implementation. If you're planting or established in your church it's a worthwhile investment to read and apply.
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- alex
- 02-02-17
good book.
Very good points but can be repetitive at times. Helps you look at the big picture of church structure. Good for those looking to improve the performance of their church process and maximize staff effort.
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- Rey Sandoval
- 03-15-18
Probably the best book I’ve ever listened to.
This book is hands down one of if not the best book in church structure that I’ve ever listened to. Becoming simple is not that simple, but this book breaks it down in a way that is so simple. A fresh breath in your leadership and new approach to everything related to church and ministry. An absolute MUST READ!!
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- John Hash
- 03-07-19
Biblical church strategy at it's purest
I so wish that this was required Bible college reading. We have already begun to implement this at our church and we are seeing God bless and people grow!
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- Carolyn Hmara
- 03-12-23
Simplicity is brilliance—spiritual map
Discipleship through Clarity, Movement, Alignment and Focus…Just Do It! Follow the simple concept! Difference that will matter.
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