Category: Book Reviews
“The Cause” Interview with Pastor Matthew Barnett
In Los Angeles there’s a man with a cause, Pastor Matthew Barnett of senior pastor of the LA Dream Center and Angelus Temple. You may recognize his last name, his dad is Tommy Barnett, pastor of Phoenix First Assembly. Both father and son are two of the most respected men in ministry. It’s a joy [...]
Why I Stayed by Gayle Haggard – Book Review
I’ve just finished reading the book, Why I Stayed – The Choices I Made in My Darkest Hour by Gayle Haggard. I’ve followed the Haggard’s ministry for many years. I’ve had lots of friends attend as well as serve on staff and volunteer positions at New Life Church in Colorado Springs, CO. When the scandal [...]
Christian Atheist: New Book by Craig Groeschel
Craig Groeschel, pastor of LifeChurch.tv releases his new book today, The Christian Atheist. It is available online or at a bookstore near you. What is a Christian Atheist? It is someone who believes in God, but lives as though He doesn’t exist. This book is hard-hitting and passionate! Craig will challenge you to think deeply [...]
The Principle of the Path by Andy Stanley – His New Book Released!
This month of March 2009, Andy Stanley, pastor of North Point Community Church in Atlanta has released his latest book through Thomas Nelson called, The Principle of the Path – How to Get From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be. Our leadership team here at Impel, Inc. have just ordered several copies [...]
Are You A Spiritually Plateaued Leader?
I have started to read Organic Leadership – Leading Naturally Right Where You Are by Neil Cole. This book will challenge every aspect of ministry, church and leadership that you presently know. I love reading books like this. I might not agree with everything that is written, but it forces me to start thinking more [...]
Servolution by Dino Rizzo – A New Local Church Movement is Coming!
Serving is an act of movement. And, there is a movement rumbling through the Body of Christ! Servolution is a movement of serving others! Dino Rizzo, pastor of Healing Place Church in Baton Rouge, LA will be releasing a new book in May 2009 through Zondervan publishing called, Servolution – Starting A Church Revolution Through [...]
The Blogging Church by Brian Bailey and Terry Storch
I want to recommend a book to all of you ministry bloggers out there, called The Blogging Church. Though released in January 2007, this book gives great insight and practical application on how to start a blog, tell your story, interact and engage an audience you could have never reached. The blogging world has exploded [...]
Tribes – We all have one!
I believe everyone has a tribe or niche that they are called to work in. A tribe is a community of people that thinks, works, and functions in a unique way. I’ve noticed, even in my life, that sometimes it takes a while for some to discover their niche or better yet their tribe or [...]
Branding Faith by Phil Cooke – You Must Read This!
One of my favorite books I read last year was Branding Faith by Phil Cooke. I believe every non-profit organization needs to read this book! In March 2009 he will be releasing his next book, called The Last TV Evangelist: And Why The Next Generation Couldn’t Care Less about Religious Media. I can’t wait to [...]
How to Talk to Girls! Consulting Advice from a 9 Yr. Old
I love the fact that kids are writing books. The next generation of leaders will be launching their careers at an early age. It’s a reality that a lot of people will need to get used to. Enjoy the clip!
