Being Church: Where We Live, (Paperback)

Christians all over the world have become dissatisfied with existing forms of church. Some are so frustrated that they have stopped going to church at all. These people are not troublemakers or backsliders, but are some of the best people God has. They have become disillusioned with a church that absorbs all their time and energy, but seems to be going nowhere.Desperate situations call for radical change. More of the same will not get us to where we want to be. If we want the new wine of the Holy Spirit, we must shape our wineskins according to God's plan.If you know in your heart that God has something better, and want to go hard out for it, you need to read this book. It offers a radical vision, based on the scriptures, that will stir your heart and explain God's purposes in these times.Key ThemesChristian CommunityBuilding RelationshipsPower PairsMaking DisciplesSpiritual ProtectionMeeting in HousesThe Lord SupperThe Kingdom of GodStarting a New Church The Holy Spirit is LeaderShared LeadershipBalanced MinistryRole of the ApostleProphets in the ChurchReal Pastor/TeachersHealing EvangelismDynamic DeaconsProfessional WorshippersCalling for Radical Christians