2016 CATALOGUE
GR OW IN G IN CIRCL ES Learning the rhythms of discipleship Jesus promised that we would grow into fulness of life by His Spirit. Like many things in life, that growth is not linear — there are seasons and cycles involved. Neither is there a simple set of steps to follow that will guarantee maturity in our faith — that would be too impersonal for a God who loves relationship. Paul Harcourt writes that, “Growth comes from understanding some basic spiritual truths, more and more profoundly ... we come back to the same places again and again, but each time experience them more deeply.” This simple-but-profound approach to growing in God will reinvigorate faith and answer many questions about how to develop a vibrant spiritual life. Paul Harcourt PB / 8.5 x 5.5 inch format 128pp / £7.99 ISBN 9781908393630
“This book is simply BRILLIANT! A really important book for our time. For those who desire to go deeper in their relationship with God.” CATHY MADAVAN, author and speaker
PAUL HARCOURT leads All Saints’ Woodford Wells in NE London, with his wife, Becky, where they have served for 21 years. Paul is New Wine’s recently appointed National Leader. He is involved in leadership training for renewed churches and regularly speaks at conferences in the UK and Europe. Paul and Becky have two children, Joshua and Rachel, and have learnt a lot about God’s grace through coping with Joshua’s autism.
E X T R AVAGANT When worship becomes lifestyle This is the story of a woman whose actions can only be described as extravagant! Her entrance onto the stage of Jesus’ story is one of the most controversial in His entire ministry. Her extravagance is audacious, but also culturally and socially outrageous. She risked what little reputation she had by ministering to Jesus in an unforgettable way, in the worst possible context – the home of a respected Pharisee. Extravagant explores the story of this woman who speaks not a single word in the New Testament account, yet whose actions proclaim a message, loud and clear to us all. As we look beneath the surface, her actions are more shocking and more glorious than we first realise.
Dr John Andrews PB / 8.5 x 5.5 inch format 184pp / £8.99 ISBN 9781908393654
This book gets to the heart of the story, but also to the heart of Jesus. Take the journey … learn how to live a life of extravagance! “The world of worship has only one currency – extravagance … Get ready to start an emotional journey that will be highly informative, deeply challenging and life transforming.” ANDREW McCOURT, Senior Pastor, Bayside Church, California
DR JOHN ANDREWS has been in full-time church leadership since 1987, and has ministered in over 30 nations of the world with a passion to equip and inspire leaders as well as empower followers of Jesus into effective lifestyle and service. John is the Principal of Mattersey Hall where he serves to help raise up a new generation of Christian leaders and influencers. He is the author of 11 books including, First Day, The Freedom of Limitation and 2:52 Learning to Grow on Purpose. John is married to Dawn and together they have three children, Elaina, Simeon and BethAnne, not forgetting Pepperoni and Salami (the sausage dogs).
BE V ICTOR IOUS A 40-day devotional to defeat the enemy the Jesus way: with God’s Word When Jesus was tested in the wilderness, a significant part of the enemy’s challenge was to tempt Him to doubt God’s Word and question His own identity. A similar challenge confronts us today. Be Victorious is a unique 40-day devotional that mirrors Jesus’ time in the desert. It will help readers to confront the daily battle for our minds. It explores the common temptations that we all face, and allows space for biblical truth to realign our thinking. Instead of engaging the enemy in a conversation, Jesus rebuked his attack using our most powerful weapon: the Sword of the Spirit – the Word of God. We must do the same!
Helen Roberts PB / 8.5 x 5.5 inch format 192pp / £8.99 ISBN 9781908393616
“More than a devotional, this small but mighty Bible study is practical, real, and a treasure-trove of wisdom...” ABBY GUINNESS, Author & Spring Harvest Event Director “This wonderful book will sharpen faith, challenge complacency and renew vision ... read it and become battle ready...” DR RACHEL JORDAN-WOLF, National Advisor for Mission & Evangelism for the Church of England
HELEN ROBERTS is the Executive Minister of Wellspring Church, a multiethnic, multi-congregational church family based in Watford, just outside London. She and her husband, Tim, have lived in the Watford area since the mid-1990s and have been leading Wellspring Church together since 1998. Helen is an inspiring communicator who loves connecting people to the liberating truth of God’s Word.
SO MU C H FROM SO L IT T L E The story of an ordinary guy who did extraordinary things Starting with nothing in the mid-seventies, Graham Dacre built one of the most notable motor trade businesses in the UK, at its peak turning over half a billion pounds. Alongside this, he has grown a significant property portfolio and has been honoured by the Queen for his philanthropic investment into the lives of young people. He is known for his directness, his risk taking approach to business, and as a man committed to living generously. But inseparable from Graham Dacre the businessman is Graham Dacre the man of faith, who from day one has allowed God to be the centre of all he is and all he does.
Graham Dacre CBE PB / 8.5 x 5.5 inch format 192pp / £8.99 ISBN 9781908393579
This is his story — which contains some big ups and downs — but this book is more than an engaging, fascinating life story. It serves as a handbook for would-be entrepreneurs and is full of hard-won wisdom on how to develop the character and skills of a successful entrepreneur. “An absorbing and fascinating read, which speaks about the highs and lows of entrepreneurship without pulling any punches.” BARONESS CAROLINE COX
GRAHAM DACRE CBE built the Lind Automotive Company from scratch and turned it into a multi-million pound organisation, selling the business in 2008 to plant a church in his home town of Norwich, which is now part of the Elim network. Graham was awarded his CBE for investing in young people — he established Norwich’s Open Youth centre and also sponsored Norwich’s first Academy school. Graham also supports a wide range of Christian ministries across the UK from his Lind Trust. Graham still resides in Norwich, enjoys a fast car and has a collection of classic and sports cars. He hopes that sharing his story will encourage and inspire emerging Christian entrepreneurs.
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