LONGWOOD, FLÑChurches spend a great deal of time, money, and energy on their physical structure and in growing their membership, but by far not enough in developing healthy, mature Christians. Christians who don't grow in their spiritual lives miss out immeasurably on GodÕs blessings and come short of experiencing that abundant life that Jesus desires for all Christians. In Tony A. D. Green's Twelve Reasons Christians Don't Grow...Even in Good Churches (paperback, 978-1-60266-924-6; hardcover, 978-1-60266-925-3), readers will find practical and scriptural insights to help propel them to new levels of spiritual growth. In a clever and unique alliterated style, Green outlines the reasons Christians donÕt grow and provides helpful Scripture to support these reasons.
"No other book exposes one of the weaknesses of the Christian church while at the same time highlights the ChristianÕs responsibility to take full responsibility for his own spiritual growth," says Green. "Christians will learn the 10 reasons [they] don't grow and be able to use this knowledge to personally advance to greater spiritual maturity. Moving up to that next level of maturity will enable them to experience the abundant life Jesus promised all believers."
Having served in various church leadership positions, Green's experience has led to a mastery of the knowledge of what major factors hinder Christian growth. Accordingly, he patterned his manuscript not as another how-to book but as a guide for both the new Christian and the seasoned believer. Its style is conversational and not condescending, as so many of the books which glut the market are. This warm approach coupled with his expository genius will appeal to readers from all walks of life seeking to further their relationship with God.
Xulon Press, a part of Salem Communications Corporation, is the world's largest Christian publisher, with more than 3,900 titles published to date. Retailers may order Twelve Reasons Christians Don't Grow...Even in Good Churches through Ingram Book Company and/or Spring Arbor Book Distributors. Salem Communications is the country's leading Christian communications company with interests in radio, Internet, and magazine publishing.
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2007