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Ministry of Truth Democracy, Reality, and the Republicans’ War on the Recent Past [Audiobook]


Free Download Steve Benen, Rachel Maddow (Narrator), "Ministry of Truth: Democracy, Reality, and the Republicans’ War on the Recent Past"
English | ISBN: B0CZYYMMJQ | 2024 | MP3@64 kbps | ~05:38:00 | 155 MB
A searing, vital investigation of the Republican Party’s dangerous campaign to rewrite history in real time, from the Emmy Award-winning Rachel Maddow Show producer and bestselling author of The Impostors.
"There is nobody…who has more influence on the way I think about politics than Steve Benen." -Rachel Maddow
For as long as historical records have existed, authoritarian regimes have tried to rewrite history to suit their purposes, using their dictatorial powers to create myths, spread propaganda, justify decisions, erase opponents, and even dispose of crimes.

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Resilient Ministry What Pastors Told Us About Surviving and Thriving


Free Download Tasha D. Chapman, Donald C. Guthrie, "Resilient Ministry: What Pastors Told Us About Surviving and Thriving"
English | 2013 | ISBN: 0830841032 | PDF | pages: 314 | 13.4 mb
What does it take to have fruitful ministry over the long haul?The stresses of pastoring are well known and can be a match for even the best-prepared, most experienced in ministry-multiple tasks, long hours, taxing responsibilities and, yes, some challenging personalities. Too often the results can be burnout, being run out or just feeling worn out.To find out how pastors can thrive as well as survive, the authors undertook a five-year in-depth research project among working pastors. Here in this ground-breaking book is the distilled wisdom of dozens of pastors who have been on the front lines of ministry. We hear from them what works, what doesn’t and what distinctive issues people in ministry face.The authors uncover five key themes that promote healthy, sustainable ministry that lasts-spiritual formation, self-care, emotional and cultural intelligence, marriage and family, leadership and management. These themes are unpacked from the vantage point of ministry on the ground. Questions for personal evaluation and reflection are included throughout the book to bring home the significance of each section.This is the perfect companion for a peer cohort of pastors to read together. It can also be of value to church boards and others who want to better understand how to help sustain their pastors in ministry.In short, this is a book pastors can’t live without.

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Ministry of Truth Democracy, Reality, and the Republicans’ War on the Recent Past


Free Download Ministry of Truth: Democracy, Reality, and the Republicans’ War on the Recent Past by Steve Benen
English | August 13, 2024 | ISBN: 0063393670 | True EPUB | 256 pages | 1.6 MB
A searing, vital investigation of the Republican Party’s dangerous campaign to rewrite recent history in real time, from the Emmy Award-winning Rachel Maddow Show producer and bestselling author of The Impostors.

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Family Ministry A Comprehensive Guide


Free Download Diana R. Garland, "Family Ministry: A Comprehensive Guide"
English | 2012 | ISBN: 0830839712 | PDF | pages: 657 | 49.6 mb
North American families are in crisis, and the need for family ministry is more evident than ever. In her many years of ministry, research and teaching, author Diana Garland has found that the strength of Christian families is rooted in their faith and nurtured in their congregations. Garland believes that Christian families gain strength in part because of their communities of faith.Twelve years after first coming to print, the award-winning Family Ministry has been given a significant makeover. In this new edition Garland takes a three-pronged approach to family ministry, which includes developing families grounded in Christian faith, helping families live the teachings of Jesus with one another, and equipping and supporting families as they learn to serve others. The insights gained are organized into four main sections:

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40 Questions About Women in Ministry


Free Download Kelley Mathews, "40 Questions About Women in Ministry"
English | ISBN: 0825447259 | 2023 | 336 pages | EPUB | 2 MB
40 Questions About Women in Ministry charts a course for understanding differing views on the topic. regarding the ministries of women. The accessible question-and-answer format guides readers to specific areas of confusion, and authors helpfully zero in on the foundations of varied beliefs and practices. Edwards and Mathews cover interpretive, theological, historical, and practical matters such as:

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