An outline of the books available from Stephen Derges

	We are bombarded by 'messages' all the time but how can we find out what's important, what can be trusted and what is real? Does God 'speak' to people in this day and age and if He does how and when and where? And how would you know it was God anyway? If you've ever struggled with questions like this (and many others) then this short book will help you discover the answers. It's written in a practical, no-nonsense style, not as a theological treatise but in a convenient 'pamphlet-style' book that you can read in one sitting over a cup of tea or coffee. Find out today that God wants to communicate with you and that He has many ways in which He does!
	If Jesus said people would know we were His followers because of the way we love each other, why is that Church attendance is declining? Has Christianity lost its attraction because people see division and discontentment in the Church? How can we solve age-old disagreements and misunderstandings "making every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace"? 'BEAUTIFUL BODY' looks at these and other questions in an attempt to clearly outline what the Bible says about relationships in a simple, practical manner. It's not good enough to sweep problems under the carpet otherwise we'll soon be tripping up every time we walk into church. If we are truly serious about seeking transformation in our communities and seeing God's Kingdom established we have to get to grips with painful issues that not only tear churches apart but which hamper the effectiveness of the Gospel. People who aren't Christians yet have enough problems dealing with relationships without having to join a church and getting lumbered with more. Find out how you can be part of the solution and not part of the problem.
	Too many of us have become 'schizophrenic Christians' - people who say they believe one thing but often practice something entirely different. What do we really believe? Can we trust the Bible to help us in practical ways so that we're not dismissed by other people as being weird or cranky? What does it means to be 'in Christ' and what about some of those passages that tell us we can do virtually anything? 'IDENTITY CRISIS' looks at some of the questions we're often afraid to ask publicly. Its aim is to help us recognise that we can live meaningful, purposeful lives once we align ourselves with God's Word. As we understand the role of the Holy Spirit in revealing God's ways and allow Him to guide us we'll find that we do impact those around us without having to shout from street corners. In fact if these principles really are lived out then maybe the whole way we look at the structure of Church life, and our role in it, will radically change!
	Ever felt that it would be great to be a Christian on a desert island? That too many pressures are put on you by being part of 'church' - whatever form that might take? And what about the fear of getting too involved with other people? Will you end up doing things you don't want to do? 'DOUBLE JOINTED' looks at the whole issue of involvement in the Body of Christ. Why is it that some who become Christians don't want to be part of a local expression of God's family and why do others start getting involved and then back off? Is it okay to be a lone-ranger Christian or someone who flits between different churches? As we begin to understand God's original purpose in setting up the Church perhaps we'll recognise that He actually knows best and that it's our ways that have to change if we're going to enjoy an abundant life.
	We spend our lives investing in so many different ways. The investments we make include building our reputations and careers, accumulating money and possessions, as well as developing personal and family relationships. But have you ever thought what people will say about you when you finally leave this planet? It may seem a morbid thought, but what will be written on your tombstone? 'LASTING LEGACY' explores the impact and influence of our lives and what, if anything, we leave behind. Could it be that our footprints on earth will mark a trail for others to follow? That our lives are meant to be purposeful and provide a launch pad for those that succeed us? The Bible has much to teach us about the effect we have on other people and how we can learn from the experiences of those who have gone before us. Wisdom can, and should, be imparted from generation to generation. But it only happens when we consciously decide that our lives benefit others and we do something about it! Invest now - in your life but also in the lives of others. The future depends on it.

You can order individual copies of the books today for just £2.75 each or the whole set for £12:00 (including postage and packing).
Call Stephen on 07929 835796 or email him - GO>>>.
Special discounts are available for multiple copies for use in a church, fellowship, Christian organisation, youth group, etc. - again please call or email and Stephen will get back to you.

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