Laying down rights is a concept foreign to our culture, indeed a concept foreign to the very nature of humankind. We live in a world where the protection and exaltation of individual rights has become an obsession. As Christians we believe that personal rights do hold great value. As a result, we can perform no greater act of faith and worship than to consciously lay down these rights at the feet of the One who has gone before us, Jesus himself! Loren Cunningham details proven steps to a transformed life of freedom, joy, and intimate fellowship with God.International statesman and conference speaker Loren Cunningham and his wife, Darlene, are the founders of Youth With A Mission. They currently live at the YWAM University of the Nations center in Kona, Hawaii. Loren speaks and teaches internationally. His extensive missionary travels have taken him to every country on earth. Pages: 145 (paperback)

Compelling story of the author's experiences as interim pastor of a floundering congregation, describing his call to the church, struggles between disparate personalities, and the difficulties and rewards of moving from classroom to sanctuary. Here is a microcosm of today's church -- a tale of anxiety, dissension, self-discovery, renewal, and the true meaning of ministry.

Fresh, new themes of reflection in the areas of prayer, Jesus, and God, by a prominent theologian and speaker.

Busy pastors and worship leaders who are searching for Bible-based lessons can use these with a minimum of preparation. Each sermon has suggested visual aids and activity sheets to reinforce the lesson taught.