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POCOS LÍDERES U ORGANIZACIONES PREPARAN UN PLAN DE SUCESIÓN DE LIDERAZGO Y ESO INCLUYE A LAS IGLESIAS En el 2020, la Apóstol Priscilla Mgala, los líderes y miembros de the Agape Life Church International (la Iglesia Internacional Vida Ágape) tuvieron que enfrentar el inesperado dilema de la sucesión cuando su esposo y amado fundador de la iglesia, el obispo Augustine Mgala, pasó a la gloria del Señor. Eso desencadenó una serie de eventos que el obispo Augustine había comenzado antes de morir, y en este libro la Apóstol Priscilla cuenta la historia de la transición y de las circunstancias que rodearon su partida prematura. La Apóstol Priscilla se une a los doctores John Stanko y Reggies Wenyika para presentar una exhortación y algunas pautas a los líderes de todo el mundo para que puedan considerar en oración las respuestas a la pregunta: "¿Quién dirigirá si yo no estoy aquí?" También incluyen una visión bíblica sobre la planificación de la sucesión del liderazgo, de la cual la Palabra de Dios tiene mucho que decir.

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED ABOUT THE ORIGINS OF LIFE?Some have, but most have accepted that somehow what we see emerged from a cosmic accident or explosion, and then organisms evolved into the universe we have today. However, author Harry Palmquist doesn't accept that assumption because it's not based on the facts. "Evolutionists often pull rabbits out of a hat, performing magic by manipulating time and science to support their dubious claims."In this book, Irrefutable: The Origin of Life, Harry presents the facts that indicate an intelligent Creator is responsible for creation, and he uses the evidence of rocks (did you know that rocks speak?) and DNA to prove the existence of God. Harry points out that truth doesn't mind being questioned, and he recommends that you ask good questions about creation in order to discover the truth for yourself. When you do, he is confident you will agree with his conclusions -- and accept the reality of a loving God who oversees and maintains life and what is needed to support it.

When Wisconsin native Angela Cheng surrendered her life to Christ, she began a journey that has taken her to over thirty-five nations while also living in southeast Asia for fifteen years. During that time, she has met God in some unexpected places and has learned that He is faithful through it all. Now in her first book, Angela wants to help you find God, as she did, in places she never expected to find Him.

Sheran Zellous White is no stranger to untimely death. After losing family members to violence, a fire, and a heart attack, her grandson died at the age of 22 from cancer. In her first book, I Am Ready to Come Right Away, Sheran shares the pain and sorrow of her grandson's death and also where he died - in prison. After yet another painful loss in her life, she describes finding peace and hope in the aftermath. This book will help those grappling with the loss of a loved one, giving those grieving a reason to put their faith in God so that the impact of death is lessened, as Paul described in 1 Corinthians 15:54-55: "Death has been swallowed up in victory. Where, O death, is your victory? Where, O death, is your sting?"

As a young child, Tricia Gottschalk found a love for science and began to see the spiritual lessons that emerge from scientific analysis. In this book, Tricia combines her scientific interests with her faith and has produced 25 lessons that include a narrative, activities, vocabulary studies, and suggestions for digging deeper into the subject matter, all with a view toward highlighting faith lessons with studies of God's creation. This book is useful for students of all ages and adults who are looking for a unique study that examines faith through a scientific lens.

THIS BOOK CONTAINS THE STORY OF ONE MAN'S DESIRE TO IMPACT HIS COMMUNITY BY LOVING, EQUIPPING, AND EMPOWERING URBAN YOUTHIn Urban Impact: Love, Equip, Empower, Bill Hobbs tells the story of his journey from being a professional golfer to the 'hood, which in his first book he described as his longest drive.In this second edition with a new title, Bill shares the highs and lows of urban ministry, and will discuss the programs he and the Urban Youth Impact team developed to accomplish their objectives. If you are looking for a story to inspire and equip you to make a difference in your own community, then Urban Impact is a must read.

Are you stressed, over-committed, run-ragged and just plain exhausted some days?Come along on a journey to find Beautiful Balance. Explore God's greatest two commandments and unlock the secrets of love, balance, and purpose in God through His son Jesus. The Beautiful Balance is waiting.Begin your journey today...

It's time for you to get in the game!"Put me in, Coach" are the words of players who feel they are ready to play the game, whatever the game may be. In this book, Dr. John Stanko makes a case that this should be the prayer and life philosophy of every believer who knows the Lord. While not as ready as you need to be, you are usually more ready than you think to do more than you are doing, and Dr. Stanko wants to cheer you on from the sidelines with numerous biblical examples of those who said, in so many words, "Put me in, Lord. "If fear has kept you from playing the game and being courageous, Put Me In, Coach: Living a Bold Life is just what you need to understand that God is waiting for you to act, for only then will He empower you to win.

Many people, maybe even you, are asking, "Is the end near? Are we in the last days before the return of the Lord?" In this colorful and straightforward 70-entry devotional, The Time is Near, Ellen Byham examines those questions and then explains the implications for you if these are indeed the end times. Ellen takes you through the book of Revelation, not to try and explain all its symbols, but to help you prepare for the coming of the Lord, whether it happens tomorrow or ten years from now.To assist you in this, Ellen has included questions to make sure you apply what you read, and she has also developed a journal for you to use as you read to keep a record of what you've learned and your action steps to help you remember that the time is near for many of God's end-time promises to be fulfilled.

Are You Living or Working in Babylon?The term Babylon has always stood for a belief system that opposes the things and people of God. It is interesting then that God sent Daniel into the very heart of Babylon to represent Him with a message of mercy, repentance, and forgiveness. In a sense, Daniel was the first foreign missionary.In Success in Babylon: How to Thrive in a Hostile Spiritual World, John Stanko points out what made Daniel successful in Babylon with a view toward helping you go beyond someone who survives in your Babylon to someone who is equipped to thrive there. John developed the concept of Success in Babylon when he was involved in prison ministry, which makes this book helpful for anyone who is now incarcerated. Yet with the state of the modern world, you are sure to find the principles and insights in this book helpful no matter where you are or what you do.

Five Forgotten Pieces That Are Essential to Living a Life of Faith and SubstanceThe Forgotten Pieces explored in this book cannot be simply handed to you. However, the words in this book can be used by God to invite you into your own unique, friendship-forming journey with Him. This book puts in print the intentions of Gods own heart to do whatever it takes to help you recognize and respond to His presence and voice. This book can inspire you with how God has helped other leaders across history follow His direction into impossible and uncomfortable situations as they endured the pain of waiting for His hand to move and then experienced the power of His salvation and deliverance. You too can be set free from shallow ideas and invisible shackles that have kept you running in circles for too many years. The clear intimation is that what He did for them, He is just as ready to do for you."Forgotten Pieces is an important field guide for the Christian believer who wants to step into a life of greater freedom and joy... May these forgotten pieces become the treasured pieces of our lives as we follow our Savior Jesus Christ, believing Him and trusting Him in all that we do each day." - John Norton, Professor of English"Forgotten Pieces provides a practical, easy to understand framework for following Jesus. This book will transform the way you view ministry and will light a fire in your heart to pursue what you are created for. Whether you are new to ministry or have been pursuing Jesus for years, this book has wisdom to offer every generation in every season." - Chase Meeder, Youth Pastor"The Forgotten Pieces are not easy pieces, but they are life-changing and life-giving! Part discipleship manual, part Bible study, part personal biography, part church development guide, and part friendly and firm spiritual direction, Forgotten Pieces keeps reminding us of what we need to know about following Jesus, and, just as importantly, what we need to do with what we know... A great book for individual study, small groups, leadership teams and anyone who, looking over the state of the world, of our own souls and of our churches, says 'There must be something missing.' There is, and The Forgotten Pieces will start putting what's missing back in. The best, most challenging and most encouraging pages you'll read!" - Brian Emmet, Retired Pastor

In his New Testament commentary series, John Stanko captures the essence of each verse, with plenty of questions and tips not only to help you understand the Word, but also to apply it in your everyday life. In this volume, John looks at the anonymous letter to the Hebrews. In this letter, the writer (or writers) made a passionate appeal to the readers not to abandon their faith in Christ. The author continually emphasized the superiority of Christ to Moses and all of the Old Testament practices, which in reality all pointed ahead to the plan of God in the Lord Jesus. There is no attempt to glorify or romanticize the Old Testament or the Jewish heritage, for it all amounts to nothing apart from faith in Christ.

Do you need help in your attempts to mine the gold in your life?If you read Life is Gold Mine: Can You Dig It?, you know that you have a lot of work to do to develop the five Gold Mine Principles and make them a part of your life. In this daily devotional, John Stanko has put together a guide through the Bible that will empower you to apply those Principles - purpose, creativity, goal setting, time management, and faith - in your work, family, career, or ministry.Each day includes a passage that applies to one of the Gold Mine Principles, a short commentary, questions to help you apply what you have read, and a closing prayer. In five minutes, you can have a brief Bible study that will equip you to be a productive person of purpose.Read the devotional with Life is a Gold Mine and you will have a duo that will equip you for success!