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There’s no scoreboard in the sanctuary, and the only plate is probably for the offering. But every church leader needs to know how to win, and every congregation needs to know when to cheer. This insightful book speaks to every church leader who yearns for a simpler, more effective approach to ministry. An engaging parable about one overwhelmed pastor is followed by an overview of seven successful team practices, each one developed and applied in a ministry setting. Reinforced by relevant discussion questions, these clear, easy, and strategic practices can turn any ministry into a winning team.Your ministry is perfectly designed to produce the results you are currently experiencing. If you are satisfied with those results, you don’t need this book. If not, it’s time for a change.Like your own personal trainer, 7 Practices of Effective Ministry is an insightful guide for any leader who yearns for a simpler, more effective approach to ministry. Here are seven strategic principles that when put into play will bring focus and clarity to everything you do and turn your ministry into a winning team.
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"This book begins in parabolic style, and then unpacks the parable with effective leadership principles. What I appreciate about Andy Stanley is his passion to keep ministry simple and focused. Everything has a purpose. This is a great book which presents high end leadership principles from a master communicator."
— Brad (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Andy and his team communicate principles that will add value to you and the church you love.”
— John C. Maxwell, founder, INJOY -
“Every professional athlete recognizes the value of solid coaching. The best are always working to get better. From what I’ve seen at North Point, these seven practices can improve the game of any church in America.”
— John Smoltz, Cy Young Award–winning pitcher -
“The practices covered in this book are down-to-earth, practical, and come from real difference makers who know what church leadership is all about.”
— Ed Young, Jr., senior pastor, Fellowship Church
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" Almost done with this book. Love it so far. I especially love the metaphorical approach in the first half of the book. "
— Jason, 12/23/2013 -
" Really simple, but very good. Challenges you to simple down your ministry. Maybe even actually organize it. "
— Matt, 12/18/2013 -
" A good, quick read. I appreciated the emphasis on moving people towards Christ as an end result instead of running and maintaining successful programs. Hear that Church?! "
— Brad, 12/10/2013 -
" This makes a grade-A, excellent management and organizational-systems book! I have since moved past trying to micromanage the Kingdom, so this wouldn't be my first suggestion to you unless a management or organizational-systems kind of book is what you are looking for. "
— David, 12/4/2013 -
" This is a great book on making ministry work. It's not theological. It's practical. It can be applied to Word and Sacrament ministry just as it has been applied to church growth stuff. A must read for all pastors! "
— Luke, 11/26/2013 -
" Classic Andy Stanley, extremely clear. Very practical and easy to read. It definitely makes you think about the strategy behind why you do what you do. "
— Rj, 11/18/2013 -
" Very practical. Loved this book because it goes along with what our church is going through. Highly suggest others to read this grand book. "
— Brian, 11/14/2013 -
" : "Excellent Tool for Strategic Implementation in the local Church. This book's-principles is the foundation for our Ministry Team on how we think through new initiatives in our Church. For anyone in local church leadership a must read and better with a your whole team." "
— Al, 10/24/2013 -
" Simple read that will do much good if followed. "
— Chris, 10/16/2013 -
" This is a simple yet valuable read on the principles of leading a church written in a story format that keeps you engaged and wanting more. I'd recommend to all pastors and church leaders. "
— John, 10/4/2013 -
" awesome book. first half is excellent and the second half good. "
— Mark, 9/20/2013 -
" Amazing! This is a book I think I am going to read every year. THe principles and practices in this book are so simple yet so powerful. I really appreciated the transparency in North Point's ministry process. If you are in ministry you should read this book. "
— Steven, 9/1/2013 -
" A Baseball game in this book - all is "write" in the world. "
— Jeff, 7/31/2013 -
" Gives pratical ways to define a win in ministry. It can definitely keep pastors from buring out. "
— Jeff, 7/12/2013 -
" changed how i view ministry. "
— Karl, 7/9/2013 -
" Few books offer pastors better 101 practical tips for ministry with such clarity. "
— Joe, 5/30/2013 -
" Excellent, modern, strategic planning book. A great help to us at SVCC. "
— Daniel, 5/1/2013 -
" The best principle or the one the stuck out the most was clarifying the win. "
— Jovan, 3/4/2013
About the Authors
Andy Stanley is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and the founding pastor of North Point Community Church in Atlanta, Georgia, with a youthful congregation of more than 12,000. Stanley is the author of the 1998 Foreword Book of the Year finalist Visioneering, the bestsellers Like a Rock and The Next Generation Leader, and How Good Is Good Enough? He and his wife, Sandra, have two sons and a daughter.
Reggie Joiner is the founder and CEO of Orange, a nonprofit organization providing resources and training to help churches maximize their influence on the spiritual growth of the next generation. He is also one of the founding pastors of North Point Community Church in Alpharetta, Georgia. In his role as the executive director of Family Ministry, Reggie developed the concepts of ministry for preschoolers, children, students, and married adults over the course of his eleven years with the church. He wrote Think Orange: Imagine the Impact When Church and Family Collide and coauthored Seven Practices of Effective Ministries. A graduate of Georgia Southwestern College, he lives in Cumming, Georgia, with his wife and has four grown children.
Lane Jones is a native of Atlanta, Georgia, where he lives with his wife and three children. He is on staff at North Point Community Church, where he loves to write and participate in the creative process. He holds degrees from Georgia State University and Dallas Theological Seminary.
About Kirby Heyborne
Kirby Heyborne is a musician, actor, and professional narrator. Noted for his work in teen and juvenile audio, he has garnered over twenty Earphones Awards. His audiobook credits include Jesse Kellerman’s The Genius, Cory Doctorow’s Little Brother, and George R. R. Martin’s Selections from Dreamsongs.