{"title":"One-another word ministry","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat practical steps can be taken in your church to explicitly teach and train all members in the vital ministry of the one-another word? These resources will help you discover the answers to that question that best suit your church's members, culture and context.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"two-ways-to-live","title":"Two Ways to Live (Tract)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe strength of \u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e as a gospel outline is that it explains the gospel of Jesus Christ in the context of the overarching story of the Bible, giving the non-Christian hearer or reader all the presuppositions and assumptions they need to grasp the real significance of Jesus' death and resurrection. 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If you'd like to spread the word at your church or organisation about \u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e, you can download\u003ca title=\"2WTL media kit\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/2WTLmediakit.zip?v=1637193708\"\u003e free posters and graphics\u003c\/a\u003e to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may be interested in a \u003ca title=\"Two Ways to Live memory card\" href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/two-ways-to-live-magnet\"\u003ememory aid\u003c\/a\u003e to stick on your fridge to help you remember the Bible verses included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's also available in the previous edition in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"the-choice-we-all-face\"\u003eLarge print\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"two-ways-to-live-chinese-simplified\"\u003eChinese (simplified)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"two-ways-to-live-chinese-traditional\"\u003eChinese (traditional)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"two-ways-to-live-french\"\u003eFrench\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"two-ways-to-live-japanese\"\u003eJapanese\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"two-ways-to-live-spanish\"\u003eSpanish\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat's changed in this new edition?\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first thing you’ll notice is the new look and feel. This printed tract is ever so slightly bigger than the previous pocket edition, with a much more modern colour scheme. You’ll also notice the style of the illustrations has changed, although the essence of the way they represent the gospel is pretty much the same. Of course, there are still six boxes or illustrations in the presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext you might notice that we’ve moved the summary and linking statements so that they come after the main text, rather than being with the illustration and Bible verse on the left hand page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpeaking of Bible verses, you’ll see that two of the Bible verses have changed. We’ve also switched to using the latest New International Version instead of the old 1984 NIV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere have been some changes to both the main text and the summary statements. 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That guided people in a deeper, more meaningful way than an event, program or class could possibly do—guided on an individual basis by someone who cared for them personally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is this way? What is this activity that is so simple and so universal that it meets the discipleship needs of very different people at very different stages of discipleship, even non-Christians?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe call it reading the Bible one-to-one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut what exactly is reading the Bible one-to-one? Why should we do it? 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There's no reason at all for there to be 'passengers' in a church: every Christian can change the lives of those around them through knowing and telling the message of God's grace, whether in front of a group, in a hand-written note, in a one-to-one conversation over morning tea, or in a thousand other ways. Every Christian can be a channel of encouragement. In \u003cem\u003eSix Steps to Encouragement\u003c\/em\u003e you'll learn the why and how of personal encouragement. Through video input, Bible study, practical examples, discussions and hands-on exercises, you'll discover how to bring life, hope and strength to those around you by bringing the powerful word of God to them. You'll also work through practical case studies such as welcoming newcomers, listening, rebuking, and dealing with suffering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSix Steps to Encouragement\u003c\/em\u003e is a six-session course, best undertaken in a small group (of 6-10 people). To run the course you will need: a workbook for each person, which also contains notes for group leaders; and the \u003ca href=\"six-steps-to-encouragement-dvd\"\u003ecourse DVD\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/ondemand\/281539\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/ondemand\/281539\"\u003eVimeo content\u003c\/a\u003e to use in the group.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGordon Cheng is married to Fiona and has three daughters. He has studied psychology and theology, and worked with uni students and as a minister in several parishes in Melbourne and Sydney. 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And the Bible's clear call for us to show Christian love and care means we know we shouldn't sit idly by while people around us go through these tough times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet our genuine concern for others is often hindered by valid fears—the fear of not knowing what to do or what to say; the fear of putting our foot in it and making things worse; or the fear that involvement may take us beyond our own personal resources.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eTogether Through the Storm\u003c\/em\u003e, Sally Sims helps us overcome these fears by setting out clear biblical foundations and very practical guidance for Christian care that is based in the word of God and in Christian hope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSally brings a tremendously useful mix of life experiences to this important book, including training and practice as a nurse, study in pastoral care and chaplaincy, extensive reading and research, years of coordinating and providing pastoral care in her church, and, of course, personally persevering through her own times of trial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReading \u003cem\u003eTogether Through the Storm\u003c\/em\u003e will help any Christian to develop in their ability to care for others, but it also provides a useful foundation for training a 'care team' in your church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis second edition has a new cover and some updated content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRecommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"I have searched high and low for a resource I can recommend on Christian care (sometimes called pastoral care). 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It ministered to me as an individual; it will help Christian leaders prepare for Word-based Christian care; and it will equip the body of Christ for every-member ministry.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Carmelina Read, Dean of Women, Christ College, Sydney\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"It is both a delight and an honour to commend \u003cem\u003eTogether Through the Storm\u003c\/em\u003e. Often pastoral ministry is seen as either preaching the Word or caring for people, but Sally Sims has so personally and carefully brought together these two concepts that should never be separated, and does it with a sensitivity that is rarely found in any book on this topic. The work is one of deep theological and biblical reflection, but it is so simply written. It is a book for every congregation member, as it so practically charts a pathway of how we should all care for each other in church life. At Moore College we seek to teach our students the elements of pastoral care. This book will certainly become part of our set reading, as it is one of the best books on the topic as well as being such a joy to read.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Archie Poulos Head, Ministry Department, Moore College, Sydney\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Our churches and communities need genuine Christian care. Yes, we need pastors, psychologists, social workers, and community welfare organizations - but, even more, we need to grasp how we can love one another. Whether in a crisis or situations of chronic need, God wants us to offer the love of Jesus to others. Sally Sims has done an excellent job of showing us how.\"\u003cbr\u003e—David McDonald, National Director, Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches, Australia Author of \u003cem\u003eHope Beyond Cure\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"This book is indeed, as the subtitle suggests, both practical and Christian. 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It's in essence \u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e as a Bible study prepared by Tony Payne. Each of the six sessions contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etwo short Bible passages to read and talk about\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equestions and ideas to stimulate discussion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ea linked summary video to draw the ideas together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003econcluding questions to discuss the implications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe passages in \u003cem\u003eYou, Me and the Bible\u003c\/em\u003e are taken from all over the Bible, and introduce readers to six key ideas in the Bible's message:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGod as our creator and ruler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumanity as rebels against God\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGod's judgement on our rebellion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJesus' death for our sins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJesus' resurrection as Lord of all\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe twofold response that all this requires of us. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis second edition uses the latest version of \u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e and has an upgraded look.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":29089838530646,"sku":"ymb2","price":7.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"PDF","offer_id":41460587823190,"sku":"eymb","price":7.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"PDF group licence","offer_id":42555084570710,"sku":"eymb","price":50.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/You_MeandtheBible23rgb72dpi.jpg?v=1704768125"},{"product_id":"where-to-start-with-islam","title":"Where to Start with Islam","description":"\u003ch5\u003eVideo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 50% 0 0 0; position: relative; display: block;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/378892546?loop=1\u0026amp;color=ff9933\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/api\/player.js\"\u003e\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e“I wrote this book to help Christians know where to start when it comes to understanding Islam and talking with their Muslim friends about the gospel. In my experience, the starting point is key...”\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamuel Green has spent more than two decades speaking with Muslims and finding out what they are taught about Jesus and his followers: that Jesus wasn’t crucified, the Bible is corrupted, and the Trinity is the weak point you won’t be able to explain. He has also come to realize that their book, the Qur’an, makes claims about Christianity and history that simply aren’t true.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhere to Start with Islam\u003c\/em\u003e will equip you to understand and address these assumptions and know where to begin as you seek to present your Muslim friends with Christ and share with them about his wonderful gift of salvation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book covers how to share the gospel, incarnation, Trinity and cross with a Muslim. It assesses Muhammad as a prophet, answers the Muslim claims against the Bible, and gives you the relevant history you need to get started.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's the approach to sharing the gospel with Muslims that doesn't require knowing all about Islam; it's all about knowing Christianity better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSamuel Green studied chemical engineering (UNSW) and then theology at Moore Theological College. He works with the Australian Fellowship of Evangelical Students as their Islamic specialist and travels around Australia and the world speaking and debating on this subject. He is one of the founding authors at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/engagingwithislam.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eengagingwithislam.org\u003c\/a\u003e and the author of the ‘Engaging with Islam’ training material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRecommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eI have lived in the Middle East for 20 years. I don’t know of anyone who has done better work in understanding and answering the challenges of Islam than Samuel Green. Any Christian who wants to respond to Muslims with love and truth needs this book.\u003cbr\u003e—J. Mack Stiles, Pastor of Erbil International Baptist Church, Iraq, and former IFES General Secretary in Dubai\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWhere to Start with Islam\u003c\/em\u003e delivers just what it promises. Drawing on years of gracious, yet robust, engagement with Muslims, Samuel Green offers Christians an excellent primer to negotiating the religious discussions they will very likely have with Muslim friends and neighbours. Biblical, detailed and practical, I recommend it highly! \u003cbr\u003e—Richard Shumack, Director, Arthur Jeffery Centre for the Study of Islam, Melbourne School of Theology\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWhere to Start with Islam\u003c\/em\u003e is a wonderfully practical and clear provision to help Christians rise to the challenge of presenting the gospel to Muslims. Elegantly weaving love and truth together, Samuel Green has distilled deep wisdom and decades of face-to-face experience with Muslims into this beautifully lucid and comprehensive book. With consummate skill, Green equips readers to bring the challenge of the gospel home to their Muslim neighbours. \u003cbr\u003e—Mark Durie, Pastor and author, Melbourne\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWhere to Start with Islam\u003c\/em\u003e is a practical, respectful and informative contribution for Christians to understand the complexity of Islam and to love Muslims as God does. Muslims are coming to Christ in multitudes, and Christians ought not to be driven by fear and hate but by love and passion for Christ. This book will empower you to share your faith with your Muslim neighbour as never before.\u003cbr\u003e—Ayman S. Ibrahim, Associate Professor of Islamic Studies, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eSome experts calculate that, at the current rate of growth, Islam will become the world’s dominant religion by 2070. There are various reasons for this, one of which is that historically the church has avoided mission to Muslims. We have not gone out to them—but now they are coming to us. Unsurprisingly, there has never been a time when so many Muslims are searching for and finding the real Jesus. Now is the time to join in the harvest. Samuel Green’s three decades of experience compressed into this book will help you do just that.\u003cbr\u003e—Dr Stuart Robinson, Author and Research Fellow, Arthur Jeffrey Centre, Melbourne School of Theology\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book is of the usual high standard I have come to expect from Samuel Green. Samuel demonstrates a deep grasp of Islamic belief and practice, but he knows how to cut through the details to highlight the aspects relevant to engaging Muslims in Australia. Sam has left me feeling able and keen to begin conversations with Muslims.\u003cbr\u003e—Rev Dr Wesley Redgen, Senior Lecturer in New Testament, Queensland Theological College\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"head accordion_toggle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":30217727213654,"sku":"wsi","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ebook","offer_id":31285552676950,"sku":"ewsi","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/products\/Where_to_Start_with_Islam_19_rgb.jpg?v=1633579622"},{"product_id":"one-to-one-bible-reading-chinese","title":"One-to-One Bible Reading (Simplified Chinese)","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e你是不是很想和身边的朋友传福音却不知从何入手？你是不是很想和基督徒一起学习神的话语却不知道怎么做？\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e《一对一读经》是一套实用性很强的资料，不仅教导基督徒怎样翻开圣经和非基督徒朋友分享福音，同时也装备基督徒如何用神的话语来彼此关爱和鼓励。本书提供了很多实例以及有用的实践建议。很多基督徒在运用此书之后都受益匪浅。\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e此外，这套资料也很容易上手，适用的人群也很广泛，希望藉着这套简单的资料，你会更渴望认识神、更愿意和身边的人分享神的话语！\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine if there was a way that people could grow in their knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ—a way that returned gospel growth to the everyday fabric of personal relationship, rather than relying on church-run programs. 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He longs for all Christians to read God’s word for themselves and with others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"head accordion_toggle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mi Mai","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":30321546395734,"sku":"otobrch","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/products\/One-to-One_Chinese_19_rgb.jpg?v=1569814947"},{"product_id":"the-good-sporting-life","title":"The Good Sporting Life","description":"\u003ch5\u003eVideo\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/415400204\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe power of sport—to captivate the heart, inspire the imagination, and even shape nations—means we must think carefully and wisely as Christian competitors, coaches, parents, and passionate fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor, pastor, long-time athlete and sports lover Stephen Liggins takes the coaching reins and trains you to glorify God in your sport. 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Stephen’s book is founded on a strong biblical theology with heartwarming anecdotes from Christians deeply embedded in the world of sport. This is a marvellous model of practical theology, and a work that I highly recommend.\" \u003cbr\u003e—Graham Daniels, General Director, Christians in Sport (UK)\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"As a first grade player, international ‘7s’ referee and elite sports chaplain, I’ve found that the hardest question for Christian sportspeople hasn’t been “How do I make that vital tackle?” or “How do I get the ball into the goal?” but “How do I survive as a Christian in the sporting world?” Stephen Liggins has written a book I have waited a lifetime for. It answers questions the Christian sports participant, coach, supporter and pastor want answered about Christianity and sport. 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Even if you’ve been a Christian for a while, it’s important to occasionally check your foundations—they might have shifted or been attacked by white ants, or perhaps they weren’t laid quite as straight as you originally thought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this \u003cstrong\u003eLearn Together\u003c\/strong\u003e book, we’ll thoroughly inspect our gospel foundations and make our understanding of that gospel sound and biblical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough reading, studying the Bible, watching some \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/pages\/learn-the-gospel-videos\" title=\"Learn the Gospel videos\"\u003evideo input\u003c\/a\u003e and discussing what we’re learning together, we’ll go deep into the gospel of Jesus Christ—understanding each of its parts, how they fit together, and what implications the gospel has for our lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/two-ways-to-live\" title=\"Two Ways to Live\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e grown into a study book for small groups and classes. Each of the six points are fleshed out with Bible study, discussion and video and text input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore information and the free accompanying videos are at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/pages\/learn-the-gospel\" title=\"Learn the Gospel\"\u003eLearn the Gospel site\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTony Payne is known around the world as a Christian teacher and writer. He is the author (or co-author) of many popular books and resources, including \u003cem\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/two-ways-to-live\" title=\"Two Ways to Live\"\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/how-to-walk-into-church\" title=\"How to Walk Into Church\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow to Walk Into Church\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/guidance-and-the-voice-of-god\" title=\"Guidance and the Voice of God\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGuidance and the Voice of God\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"head accordion_toggle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":39918079606870,"sku":"ltg2","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/Learn_the_Gospel_22_rgb_150dpi.jpg?v=1723071790"},{"product_id":"the-manual","title":"The Manual","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding what it means to be male has never been more confusing. As more behaviours are called out for being patriarchal or toxic, how does a man navigate these choppy waters? Is there such a thing as healthy masculinity? Are there any good men out there leading the way?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Manual\u003c\/em\u003e, Al Stewart sifts through the current debates and challenges facing men, offering practical wisdom and insights on how to live as a man valued by others. More importantly, he digs into what the Bible has to say about manhood and about how being a follower of Jesus is central to loving and serving others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining decades of experience as a son, husband, father, friend and pastor, Al’s down-to-earth, no-nonsense, honest approach to life will help any man, young or old, who wants to use his life for good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Manual\u003c\/em\u003e is also available through Soundwise as an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mysoundwise.com\/soundcasts\/1671230642310s\" title=\"audiobook of The Manual\"\u003eaudiobook narrated by Al Stewart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAl Stewart lives in Sydney and serves as National Director of the Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches (FIEC). He and his wife, Kathy, have four adult children and three grandchildren. He has spent decades speaking with men about life and the difference Jesus makes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"head accordion_toggle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":39959748247638,"sku":"them","price":24.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ebook","offer_id":39959748444246,"sku":"ethem","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/products\/TheManual22rgb72dpi.jpg?v=1656373944"},{"product_id":"gathered-together","title":"Gathered Together","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSunday: time for church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo you feel eager anticipation? Or has life or weariness turned church into a dutiful habit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEither way, it’s useful to pause and ask:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is church, and what’s it for?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy do we go?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat does God expect us to do when we’re together?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat gifts does God give to his church, and why?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow does our time together influence our time apart?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong-time pastor and theologian Karl Deenick has thought deeply about these questions and has years of experience in living out the answers. In \u003cem\u003eGathered Together\u003c\/em\u003e, Karl helps us to reflect on our relationship with church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is clear, biblical, honest, timely and wise. It’s essential reading for everyone who wants to \u003cem\u003eenjoy\u003c\/em\u003e being part of God’s people, God’s way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKarl Deenick is the coordinator of community and student care at Sydney Missionary and Bible College, where he also lectures in Theology. Before that, he served as a pastor for 10 years. He is the author of \u003cem\u003eRighteous by Promise: A biblical theology of circumcision\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRecommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"This is a wonderful book, full of biblical insight, practical wisdom, and theological depth. It is a great antidote against the individualism, selfishness, and consumerism that constantly seeps from our world into our church. It encourages us to be the church we believe in and want to belong to.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Peter Adam, Vicar Emeritus, St Jude’s Carlton, Melbourne, and former principal of Ridley College, Melbourne\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"A clear and compelling book about the church, carefully grounded in the word and insightfully applied to our world. Deenick inspires us with God’s glorious vision for the church, prepares us for challenges and struggles that we will encounter, and equips us to be what God calls us to be. Read this book, and be excited about the church!\"\u003cbr\u003e—Derek Brotherson, Principal, Sydney Missionary and Bible College\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Church is, or should be, a big part of the lives of all Christians. But many turn up without thinking very clearly, biblically or practically about what church is all about. This great little book will help them do exactly that. Deeply rooted in Scripture, it is a crystal clear, deeply challenging and wonderfully refreshing guide to living in God’s church today. I’d love to see everyone who goes to church read it—they and their churches will benefit greatly.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Murray Capill, Dean of Ministry Development, Reformed Theological College, Melbourne\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Arguably the greatest challenge the pandemic has brought to the church has been in people’s understanding of the purpose and importance of church itself. Against this background, Karl Deenick takes us carefully through the Bible’s teaching on the centrality of the church as the\u003cem\u003e gathered\u003c\/em\u003e community in God’s purposes for his people and his world. We need this book right now.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Michael Raiter, Director, Centre for Biblical Preaching, Melbourne\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Karl has done us a great favour in writing this book. He shows us simply and clearly from the Bible how Jesus loves and cherishes his church, his bride, and why we should love Jesus’ church too. As gatherings of Jesus’ people, our churches will be communities of joy and love; as gatherings of sinners, they will experience conflict and hurt. All love is costly, but Karl shows us why loving and investing in our church communities will have overwhelming benefits now and in eternity. If you’re having trouble being motivated about church, pick up this book. You’ll be glad you did. Really!\"\u003cbr\u003e—Al Stewart, National Director, Fellowship of Independent Evangelical Churches (FIEC), Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"head accordion_toggle\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":40058277331030,"sku":"GATH","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ebook","offer_id":40099333636182,"sku":"EGATH","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/products\/GatheredTogether22rgb72dpi.jpg?v=1663205344"},{"product_id":"unmissable-church","title":"Unmissable Church","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern life is a constant struggle between competing priorities, and for Christians especially so on Sundays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow can we juggle all the demands on our time and still make church a priority? Why is there sometimes such a disconnect between the Bible’s captivating vision for church and our experience of it?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/em\u003e, Antony Barraclough and Richard Sweatman combine meticulous research, practical advice and pastoral warmth. They explore the reasons why it’s sometimes difficult to make it to church and what we can do about it. The issues of broken relationships, conflicting priorities, health concerns and more are treated with empathy and encouragement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a leader looking to understand what’s keeping people away from church, a regular attender who wants to encourage others to gather more often, or someone who finds weekly attendance a challenge, this book will bring you greater clarity and perspective.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the authors\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntony Barraclough studied Engineering at UNSW (University of NSW), Divinity at Moore College and has a Doctor of Ministry from Trinity International University (Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) in Chicago. He has ministered in Anglican churches in Mosman, Petersham and is currently the Senior Minister of NorthLight Anglican Church (West Pymble \u0026amp; West Lindfield in Sydney, Australia). He is also member of several Sydney Anglican councils including MT\u0026amp;D (Ministry Training and Development) as well as being a teacher and coach with Moore College’s Center for Ministry Development. He is passionate about the health of local churches and ministry teams. He is married to Kate and has three adult children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Sweatman has been the maturity pastor at Hunter Bible Church and UniChurch in Newcastle, NSW, for over 10 years. He spends his time training and equipping leaders in small group ministry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRecommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"I have been eagerly anticipating this book ever since I heard about the research of one of the authors into evangelical church attendance. I am thrilled to see it published. Somehow Barraclough and Sweatman have taken a potentially boring and guilt-inducing topic and turned it into an uplifting, real-life resource for pastors, individual Christians and (I strongly suggest) church small groups. Their challenge is clear and thoroughly biblical: \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat good reason could there be for a follower of Jesus to miss church?\u003c\/i\u003e But the challenge comes from two experienced and gentle pastors, who deeply sympathize with the complexities facing Christians today. The result is a compelling case—and a practical path forward—for \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003econsistent\u003c\/i\u003e church attendance. As our world emerges from a pandemic, this is a timely and important book. I highly recommend it!\"\u003cbr\u003e—John Dickson, Author and historian, host of \u003cem\u003eUndeceptions\u003c\/em\u003e podcast, Jean Kvamme Distinguished Professor of Biblical Evangelism, Wheaton College, IL\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"This is an unmissable book to read for all Christians, but especially those who are prone to consider churchgoing as an optional extra in the Christian life. The authors of \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/i\u003e have provided a rich resource of careful research, evidenced-based observations and insightful biblical theology to address the decline in church attendance that we are currently experiencing. While Covid has had its impact, nothing substitutes for the joy of meeting “face to face” (2 John 12). The authors have not fallen into the trap of making church a mere obligation; they champion the grace of God that transforms us and issues in the obedience of faith, as church on earth becomes a foretaste of the heavenly assembly that lies before us.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Dr Glenn N Davies, Archbishop, Anglican Diocese of Sydney, 2013-2021\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"This book is a very helpful reflection on an aspect of the Christian life that we don’t often think about: going to church. This is such a fundamentally Christian activity that we rarely think about \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehow\u003c\/i\u003e we do it. Barraclough and Sweatman encourage us to be more careful and intentional as we think about church, and they deal with many of the motives of our hearts that tempt us away from commitment. I’ve been a Christian for many years, but I still found myself rebuked and given a renewed enthusiasm to be more thoughtful as I attend church. The book is insightful, interesting, humorous and highly recommended!\"\u003cbr\u003e—Peter Orr, New Testament Lecturer, Moore Theological College, Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/em\u003e is a fantastic book! It combines biblical teaching about church with stories of real people and an understanding of some of the real challenges in going to church, while also dealing with some of the excuses we might use to not go to church. This is a great book for every Christian to read, both pastors and church members—I especially love the practical tips for both pastors and church members as we think about church attendance. The reflection questions at the end of each chapter also help the reader to process what they’ve read, and would be great to use in discussion with a friend.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Kelly Landrigan, Membership Pastor, St Paul’s Anglican, Carlingford and North Rocks, NSW\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"In some ways this book is like holding a mirror up to ourselves as we consider where church fits in our weekly priorities. At times it’s uncomfortably challenging as the writers help us re-engage with the biblical reasons for being part of a local gathering of God’s people. Yet at the same time they acknowledge genuine and significant reasons that make it hard for people to come to church. Whatever reason you or someone you know is hesitant about church, or resistant to regular church attendance, this book seeks to provide clear and compassionate help\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—Kara Hartley, Archdeacon for Women, Anglican Diocese of Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"Is it hard for you to be at church, and easier to skip it? If you want to go to church more regularly and would like help doing that, you have to read this book. It dives deep into the reasons we are tempted to forego church and how we can shift to see church as unmissable. Avoiding guilt and simplistic cliches, Barraclough and Sweatman go back to the Bible and Jesus, to tell a better and surprising story about church. One of the great strengths of the book is the way they pastorally apply great theology to the messy reality of life—what if, for example, you have anxiety or bipolar disorder? What if you feel guilty? What if the service is boring? How can you talk to people you don’t know? It is both hard and vital for Christians to keep meeting together. Here is the book that will help us do that better.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Michael Kellahan, Executive Officer, GAFCON Australia\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"I’ve been on staff at my church for more than ten years now, and this little book captures so many pastoral conversations I’ve had over that time. It’s biblically rich, practical and full of pastoral wisdom. I was helped by it in my own discipleship as a follower of Jesus as well as in my ministry of discipling others. It’s a must-read for us all to help us push back against the tide of individualism and remember that church truly ought to be unmissable if we see it as God does: the thing he holds up to a watching universe to reveal his wisdom and glory.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Ray Copland, Membership Pastor, EV Church, Central Coast, NSW\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"As a Christian, you cannot read this book without having a vested interest in what the authors have to say about church, because church involves you. As the authors point out, church is both God’s activity in gathering his people, and the activity of God’s people. \u003cem\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/em\u003e asks some uncomfortable questions about our attendance as it uncovers our thoughts and attitudes towards church and underlines the gospel reasons for why church is, indeed, unmissable.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Michael Dicker, Principal, Youthworks College, Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"We can all think of many alternatives in our contemporary world to plain old churchgoing. And yet, what more vital thing could there be for the people of God to do?  \u003cem\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/em\u003e is a book that combines survey research, biblical wisdom and practical tips to help us unravel the complex business of why we do and don’t attend church. I very much appreciate how pastorally sensitive it is, especially with regard to mental health issues, but also towards the busyness of ordinary life in the modern world.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Michael Jensen, Rector, St Mark’s Darling Point, Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"In a culture awash with individualism, regular church attendance can feel like a demand too great. But Barraclough and Sweatman show us that consistent, in-person gathering isn’t simply an aspiration; it’s a necessity. They don’t guilt-trip us into gathering, but warmly apply gospel grace to bring down the barriers that keep us away. This is a book that I want to put into the hands of every church member.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—Adam Ch’ng, Senior Pastor, Cross \u0026amp; Crown, Melbourne\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"When two church leaders write a book about church attendance, you would hardly expect them to say anything other than “More people should attend church more often”. But Barraclough and Sweatman have provided us with an explanation of \u003ci\u003ewhy\u003c\/i\u003e gathering is so vital for Christian discipleship. Their sociological study and observations provide important insights into the cultural milieu, but it is the application of their biblical study that is most compelling and helpful. Added to that, the helpful summaries and discussion questions throughout the book make it a useful book for groups to share. It is a challenging, timely and helpful work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e—Chris Edwards, Bishop of North Sydney, Anglican Diocese of Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"This book is built on the foundation that church is good—actually, unmissable! Yet it recognizes the factors that can easily keep us away before providing a range of helpful suggestions to get us where we need to be. At first, I thought ‘unmissable church’ was just an aspiration, but I’ve realized it’s a reality. This book warmly and helpfully shows us why church really is unmissable. What’s more, it provides helpful suggestions to address the obstacles that can easily keep us away\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Gary O’Brien, Director of Ministry Training and Development, Anglican Diocese of Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"One blessing to come from Covid is that many Christian churches and leaders are recognizing the core need for discipleship across the church. This book provides a wonderful platform for this need for discipleship to be addressed and examines the blessing it is when disciples of Christ gather to \u003ci\u003ebe\u003c\/i\u003e the church of Christ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e—Peter Mayrick, Executive Director, Partners in Ministry, Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"This much-needed book is an honest search for the reasons people are not going to church. Through research surveys and their own experiences, Barraclough and Sweatman have probed our individualistic culture in relation to what God’s word tells us about meeting together in Christ. It is our prayer that many who read this book will be helped to consider carefully what they have discovered in this ‘unmissable’ book.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Peter and Mary O’Brien, Parishioners of All Saints Anglican Church, Petersham, NSW\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/em\u003e is the book that every minister, staff team, church council and church member needs to read. While the research results on church attendance are initially confronting, \u003cem\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/em\u003e uses this research as a springboard for the rest of the book. The authors develop a strong theological argument as to what church is and then address research-based reasons why people miss church. Throughout these chapters, they also outline biblically grounded and practical strategies to help people overcome these reasons. This is why the book is a must-read. \u003cem\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/em\u003e doesn’t just make assertions; it provides helpful, thought-provoking solutions in a pastoral way.\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of a church, I feel encouraged and rebuked by \u003cem\u003eUnmissable Church\u003c\/em\u003e and find myself eager to share it with others. As senior minister of a church, I plan to encourage all my church members to read this book and to spend time openly discussing it. My hope and prayer is that together we will heed the advice of Hebrews 10:25 and not neglect meeting together as we see the Day drawing near.\"\u003cbr\u003e—Mal York, Senior Minister, St Andrew’s Anglican Church, Roseville, NSW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Matthias Media","offers":[{"title":"Book","offer_id":40218443481174,"sku":"uc","price":16.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"ebook","offer_id":40220330360918,"sku":"euc","price":14.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/products\/UnmissableChurch22rgb72dpi.jpg?v=1680124853"},{"product_id":"the-christian-gospel","title":"The Christian Gospel","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collateral-box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"accordion_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe teaching of Jesus and his followers has been undeniably influential in our world. It has deeply shaped our Western society, and has almost certainly shaped \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e, even if you’re not particularly conscious of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhich is all a bit strange, because that teaching is largely focused on the meaning of Jesus’ death on a Roman cross, and the surprising claim that he had risen from the dead. How does this centuries-old message have anything to do with our lives today?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe answer is found in exploring other questions: Why was the title ‘Christ’ added to the name of this man Jesus? Everyone dies, so why was \u003cem\u003ehis\u003c\/em\u003e death so significant? Is it believable that he rose from the dead, and why does it matter?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore to the point, is any of this strange message even true? And if it is, does it really bring the peace, joy and hope that Jesus promised and to which his followers testify?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the questions Tony Payne answers for you—directly and compellingly—in this short and highly readable book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTony Payne is known around the world as a Christian writer and teacher. He is the author (or co-author) of many popular books and resources, including \u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eLearn the Gospel\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eThe Trellis and the Vine\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003ePrayer and the Voice of God\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eRecommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e has been used by God, I dare say, to bring thousands of people to faith in Christ. Praise God! Tony Payne has written a characteristically clear and engaging explanation of the gospel using the framework of 2WTL in a brief booklet format. He explains that he has written it to help people understand \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ethemselves\u003c\/em\u003e (in the sense of where so many of our late modern Western cultural values derive from) and understand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJesus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e well enough to decide to base their life on him. Or at least, take another step in considering doing so. I agree with Tony that many, many people are still open to considering the Christian gospel, and that many have never really heard it. Here\u003c\/span\u003e’\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003es an easy giveaway that will address that gap by providing the reader with a contemporary, conversational and reliable exposition of the heart of the gospel, the death and resurrection of Jesus, and why it matters.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cbr\u003e—Kanishka Raffel, Anglican Archbishop of Sydney\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"I am convinced that every Church would be helped to stay on mission if even one good evangelistic book was published each year. I think this, for no other reason than it would provide all of us something fresh to give away to our friends and neighbors who don't yet know Jesus. I am grateful that for this year anyway, Tony Payne has given us just such a book!\"\u003cbr\u003e—David Helm, Pastor, Christ Church Chicago; Chairman, The Charles Simeon Trust\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\"A few years ago I had the opportunity to speak about the Christian faith in front of a group of high schoolers. It struck me as I did so that these young people had not rejected the gospel—they had never even heard it! They knew nothing of Jesus, nothing of the Bible, nothing of the good news he proclaimed. Such is the reality in an increasingly secular society. And it is right here that \u003cem\u003eThe Christian Gospel\u003c\/em\u003e can be so helpful, since it takes nothing for granted. 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Do you smoothly explain who Jesus is and what he has done, feeling confident to answer any questions that come your way? Or do you fumble or freeze up, not really knowing what to say and feeling nervous about how it will be received?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eLearn Together\u003c\/strong\u003e book will teach and train you to share the gospel of Jesus with other people, naturally, confidently, clearly and faithfully, in your own unique way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShare the Gospel\u003c\/em\u003e uses the well-known gospel outline \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/two-ways-to-live\" title=\"Two Ways to Live\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/two-ways-to-live\"\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e as a framework, and is the sequel to \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/learn-the-gospel\" title=\"Learn the Gospel\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/learn-the-gospel\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLearn the Gospel\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003eWe recommend that you work through \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/learn-the-gospel\" title=\"Learn the Gospel\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLearn the Gospel \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003ebefore tackling this book, or at least be reasonably familiar with the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/two-ways-to-live\" title=\"Two Ways to Live\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/products\/two-ways-to-live\"\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore information and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/pages\/share-the-gospel-videos?SkipCozyRedirect=yes\" title=\"Share the Gospel videos\"\u003efree accompanying videos\u003c\/a\u003e are at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/pages\/share-the-gospel\" title=\"Learn the Gospel\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/matthiasmedia.com.au\/pages\/share-the-gospel\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eShare the Gospel\u003c\/em\u003e site\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFree downloadables\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Two Ways to Live memory guide\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/Two_Ways_to_Live_memory_guide_A4.pdf?v=1703711051\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e memory guide (A4)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"Two Ways to Live text file\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0147\/1830\/4342\/files\/Two_Ways_to_Live.txt?v=1703711071\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTwo Ways to Live\u003c\/em\u003e text file\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTony Payne is known around the world as a Christian teacher and writer. 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Many even reject the idea that universal truths have any valid place at all in our ‘post-truth’ society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Christians, we cannot afford to let our society’s loose relationship with truth influence our thinking, living and speaking. In \u003cem\u003eTruth be Told\u003c\/em\u003e, Lionel Windsor goes back to the Bible to show how the gospel provides a foundation for both understanding truth and interacting truthfully with our culture. 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Simon is also involved in the leadership of his local Protestant church.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChris Overhall is a former primary school teacher who now lives with his family in Santiago, Chile, where most people are Roman Catholics. Chris seeks to train and encourage the next generation of Christian leaders through the Grupo Bíblico Universitario (GBU), a fellowship of evangelical university students. He also teaches Moore Theological College correspondence courses to university students, the GBU Chile leadership team and students in various churches. 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But in a culture that pushes us to choose the path of least resistance, the idea of learning Christ is becoming a lost art. For those who fight against this trend and dedicate themselves to learning Christ, the rewards are abundant—and eternal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWarriors of the Word\u003c\/em\u003e, experienced pastor and author Colin Marshall provides a much-needed field manual to guide you in your lifelong pursuit of learning Christ. With his trademark inspiring yet accessible approach, Marshall reveals what the Lord Jesus calls us to learn as his disciples, why it’s worth the effort, and how this kind of deep learning can become part of your daily life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcknowledgements\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart A: Disciples are learners\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Valuing learning\u003cbr\u003e2. What kind of learning do we need?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart B: The problem of stalled learning\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. Good teachers, but what about us learners?\u003cbr\u003e4. We are losing the learning wars\u003cbr\u003e5. Learning Christ is a fight\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart C: The privileges of learning Christ\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6. Chosen\u003cbr\u003e7. Saved\u003cbr\u003e8. Transformed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart D: Power for learning Christ\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9. Learning the Christ of Scripture\u003cbr\u003e10. Learning the doctrines of Christ\u003cbr\u003e11. Learning Christ in prayer and suffering\u003cbr\u003e12. Learning in the body of Christ\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePart E: Progress in learning Christ\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e13. Learning Christ in church and household\u003cbr\u003e14. Personal learning\u003cbr\u003e15. Learning to fight for Christ in a hostile world\u003cbr\u003eConclusion\u003cbr\u003eAppendix A: An example of reading the Bible theologically\u003cbr\u003eAppendix B: Some theological resources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout the author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColin (Col) Marshall has spent the past 50 years training men and women in Christian discipleship and ministry, both in university and local church contexts. He served as CEO of the Ministry Training Strategy (MTS) and was the founder of the Vinegrowers ministry, which helps pastors to build churches with a disciple-making culture. His previous books reflect his experience and passion to equip church leaders and members as learners of Christ: \u003cem\u003eGrowth Groups\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003ePassing the Baton\u003c\/em\u003e, and with Tony Payne, \u003cem\u003eThe Trellis and the Vine\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Vine Project\u003c\/em\u003e. He is married to Jacquie, who has shared with him in this lifetime of ministry, and they have been blessed with three now adult children and six grandchildren.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCommendations\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThe word we translate ‘disciple’ means ‘learner’, and so being a Christ-disciple simply means ‘learning Christ’—learning his word, his love, his way of living. From a lifetime of this kind of learning, Col Marshall has a profound understanding not only of how this learning proceeds, but why we find it difficult, given the obstacles and opposing forces we face. I warmly recommend his rich and stirring challenge for us to keep learning Christ, and to build churches that are learning communities.\u003cbr\u003e—Tony Payne, Lecturer in Christian Thought, Moore Theological College, Australia\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eHere is a Col Marshall book—not simply a book written\u003cem\u003e by\u003c\/em\u003e Col Marshall, but a book of Col Marshall as he shares his struggle and passion for learning Christ in a hostile world. Working with Col for several decades was always an encouraging challenge as I watched his persistent fight to learn more of putting God’s word into practice.\u003cbr\u003e—Phillip Jensen, Bible teacher and evangelist, Two Ways Ministries, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eWarriors of the Word\u003c\/em\u003e is rooted in Col Marshall’s experience of decades of personal Christian discipleship, and his practice training multiple Christian disciples. In an age when techniques and methods for Christian growth abound, the biblical emphasis on ‘learning Christ’ as the means to maturity is both liberating and refreshing. It has done me good to read it, and I already have in mind a number of people to whom I would like to give it. I highly recommend this book. \u003cbr\u003e—William Taylor, Rector, St Helen’s Bishopsgate, London, UK\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book is a humble, gentle, vulnerable and yet urgent call to take living for the Lord Jesus seriously while we have breath. Col puts his arm around our shoulders and patiently walks us through the challenges of keeping going and keeping growing in a way that makes me long to keep learning Christ. \u003cem\u003eWarriors of the Word\u003c\/em\u003e is a deeply heartfelt word from one who has invested his life in proclaiming Christ, and now is determined to keep pressing on. I was deeply encouraged by reading it and pray that you will be too.\u003cbr\u003e—Gary Millar, Principal, Queensland Theological College, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eHow do we live out our new identity in Christ? Col Marshall’s answer is warm, practical, and personal as he argues that we do so as lifelong learners of Christ, individually and in community. He is concerned that in a world that is battling for our hearts and minds, it is possible for our learning to stall, plateau, or get stuck. Marshall’s book, which includes reflection questions at the end of each chapter, is for anyone to read on their own with a Bible and journal on hand, or in discipling contexts with others. It helpfully teaches that being Christ’s disciple is daily and lifelong devotion to the theologically deep and rich truths about Christ that motivate us prayerfully to live like him.\u003cbr\u003e—Veronica Hoyt, Director, Priscilla and Aquila Centre, Moore Theological College, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eThis book was good for my own heart. As a pastor of a local church, I am keenly aware that the occupational hazard for church leaders is to become professional Christians. I am so grateful for Col’s personal conviction of the importance of continuing to learn Christ—present continuous tense. It revealed my own heart’s propensity to slip into apathy and presumption. I found myself praying that I would delight in the journey to keep learning Christ. \u003cbr\u003eBut this book is also a great tool for discipling others. Col’s warm, real and convicting challenge is that learning Christ is a community project. I know that many of us are grateful to God for Col’s lifelong emphasis on, and commitment to, discipleship. \u003cbr\u003eThe book is wonderfully accessible, written for every Christian. It is honest and hard-hitting—with a lovely feature of Col’s personal confessions, which are raw and real, and will resonate with anyone who has been on the road for a while. There is a tone of fatherly, patient instruction, which I found refreshing. This book is a great resource, both to refresh Christian leaders and to use in discipling others. I warmly welcome it.\u003cbr\u003e—Grant Retief, Senior Minister, Christ Church Stellenbosch, South Africa\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eDon’t read this book if you want a stale, spoonfed Christian life! \u003cbr\u003eWith the strength and kindness of a spiritual father, Col names my foolishness and reignites my heart to the joy and privilege of learning Christ.\u003cbr\u003e—Di Warren, Co-founder, EQUIP Women, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003eBoth Colin Marshall’s life and ministry have sought to deepen the knowledge of Christ in the lives of Christian disciples. The disciple never removes the ‘learner plates’—not until we see Christ face to face. Col’s writings have helped countless people come to know Christ, who have then shared that knowledge with others. This book continues in that vein. 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