
The Church Awakening
An Urgent Call for Renewal
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In The Church Awakening, Dr. Charles Swindoll discusses the challenges, struggles, and priorities of the church in the 21st century. He reveals the problems inherent in the entertainment-based postmodern church and shows how a return to biblical teaching will restore its strength and impact. Now being replaced by a feel-good message instead of what Christians need to know to stand strong in a world that's lost its way - Swindoll exposes the problems of - and solutions for - the postmodern evangelical church. Just as he opened readers' eyes with his bold statements in The Grace Awakening, now he offers a straightforward volume revealing how to reestablish a life-altering church with Christ as Lord and Master. Illuminating and empowering, The Church Awakening will ignite a revolution in the way Christians "do church" for years to come.
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Simplicity with profound principles
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Did you hear the one about the Christian who couldn't keep from laughing? Chuck Swindoll has not only heard it, he tells it in this delightful book that gives us permission to be happy again. "When did life stop being funny?" Swindoll asks. His answer is found in this best-selling book, which speaks to all busy, joy-drained people—from the pressured businessman to the harried homemaker.
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Innocently victimized by an unbearable situation, Esther stepped up and determined, by God's grace, to make a difference. But she doesn't despair. Instead, she embraces uncertainty and fights for her people. In doing so, she not only foiled the plans of an evil man—she singlehandedly saved her nation. As you dive deeper into Esther's story, you'll learn timeless lessons that you can apply to your own life. Join Swindoll as he unravels the ancient, real-life story of Esther, sharing ways that modern believers can embody the integrity, dignity, and strength that empowered Esther.
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C. Gutshall
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Do you long for daily encouragement and inspiration? Do you wish your quiet times were filled with power and purpose? Discover the joy and ease of meeting with God each day in a meaningful way with this year-long devotional by the world’s premiere Bible teacher. Filled with daily insights from Chuck Swindoll, Good Morning, Lord...Can We Talk? will give you a glimpse of the living power of God in your own life and connect you to the restorative promises God speaks in his Scriptures.
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Narrators voice sounds computerized
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Getting Through the Tough Stuff
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We live in a time when things are tough for a lot of folks. The boomers are beginning to feel anxiety as they move toward retirement. Many people are facing financial pressure and are up to their ears in debt. We are having to care for both our kids and our parents. The pace of life, and the demands of life, just keep getting more intense. And for many, these tough times bring life crises.
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My Review on Getting Through the Tough Stuff
- By Amazon Customer on 10-16-18
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The Book of Signs
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Many Christians struggle to understand the Book of Revelation. “The end times.” “The apocalypse.” “The day of judgment.” These terms are both fascinating and frightening – but what do they really mean? Drawing from decades of study, Dr. Jeremiah explains every key sign of the approaching apocalypse and what it means for you, including international, cultural, heavenly, tribulation, and end signs. With his engaging writing style and clear analysis of how current world events were foretold in the Bible, The Book of Signs is an encouraging guide to the Book of Revelation.
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Phenomenal
- By a believer on 03-25-19
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Letter to the American Church
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Turning the other cheek does not mean standing by while the enemies of God dismantle Christian civilization and brainwash our children. Decrying the cowardice that masquerades as meekness, Eric Metaxas summons the Church to battle. An attenuated and unbiblical “faith” based on what Bonhoeffer called “cheap grace” has sapped the spiritual vitality of millions of Americans. Paying lip service to an insipid “evangelism,” they shrink from combating the evils of our time. Metaxas refutes the pernicious lie that fighting evil politicizes Christianity.
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Buy a physical copy of this book
- By Kaitlin Kalkwarf on 10-05-22
By: Eric Metaxas
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- Randall E Wolfrum
- 08-10-22
thought provoking
I love listening to it so much that I want to get the hard copy printed copy.
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- Willard I.
- 06-02-17
much-needed book for our times
this is indeed a much-needed book for our time. I found a very helpful and reviewing our own Ministry where we been where we're at where we're going. Thanks so much to Chuck Swindoll
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- Stuart
- 03-25-16
Very needed input for the church today!
This was a powerful book and as a pastor I Believe every Christian would benefit from this book! It's full of truth and powerfully spoken! It's a must for those going into ministry!
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- Don
- 02-11-24
Great except for one thing
The content of this book wS Biblic, well stated and on point.... however... the reader kept quoting the book of RevelationS... there is no such book!!! It is the Book of Revelation (no s). I can't imagine Dr. Swindol made that mistake so it had to be the performer.
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- Rock
- 06-24-24
A clarion call to the church for revival
This book is one of my favorite books of current publication. I have read it three times. I believe that it will continue to be on my library shelf and will be read multiple times in my life and in ministry.
The Church Awakening is a book written not from an academicians perspective but from the perspective of an impassioned pastor for his congregation and for the Church in general. Dr Swindoll is writing from first hand knowledge and experience of the church today. His own church's difficulties and drift from the biblical essentials lay the groundwork for an appeal to the Church of Jesus Christ today, and not just today but of every generation.
I highly recommend this book for all pastors, Church leaders, and all Christians. Study this book together. Carry on discussion. Earnestly seek God in prayer together. Now is the time for the Church to reawaken to her calling and mission.
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- Roy
- 09-17-10
A Good Start
Dr. Swindoll has done a great service in producing this book. He is a beloved man who has a deep concern about the influence of postmodernism and a culture of entertainment which permeates much of the Protestant Church in the US.
I am concerned, however, that Dr. Swindoll focuses on the ideal of “what” should be done and omits “how” the ideals should be accomplished. For example, he visits a church with a congregation of young people and young adults. The older members have left because of the “worship wars.” He is critical of the pastor of that flock, but offers no encouragement to the pastor or insight for the reader. In other words, what would Dr. Swindoll do if there was a disagreement over the worship music in a church that is Biblical as he defines it? What would or could be done to nurture that group and keep it together?
He also tells us that the church should be run on spiritual principles rather than management principles (no job descriptions for example). The seminary he headed should be a fellowship not unlike the church, but he was busy raising money, paying bills, meeting ADA and EEO requirements and the like. Those same things must be a part of managing a growing congregation. He just avoids those issues.
Dr. Swindoll is good at raising the right questions, but you will have to look further for “meat” that will sustain you in dealing with real issues. What I am saying is the book is very good for what it is – we just need someone to help us further.
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