Today marks the final post in our book study of "This Little Church Went to Market" by Gary Gilley. I have enjoyed this book immensely as it is helpful to all those who are wondering what's going on with the church at large today. He recently put out a book titled "Out of Formation" - which is on my list to read next winter. It describes the spiritual formation movement and the … [Read more...] about A Church At The Crossroad {book study}
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The Gospel According to Warren {book study}
Because "no one has exemplified the market-driven approach better than Rick Warren", Dr. Gary Gilley uses this chapter to summarize what he calls "the gospel according to Warren". Rick Warren is the pastor of the megachurch in southern California called Saddleback Church, and is also the author of The Purpose-Driven Church and The Purpose-Driven Life (which is the #1 all-time … [Read more...] about The Gospel According to Warren {book study}
A Church That Misunderstands Worship: How Shall We Then Sing? {book study}
In this chapter (ch. 9), Dr. Gary Gilley tackles the subject of music in the church. I am simply going to give an overview of the whole chapter and then conclude with several excellent quotes from this chapter. He begins this discussion on music in the church by asking us what the biblical mandate is for the church worship services. Is the church there to entertain or amuse or meet … [Read more...] about A Church That Misunderstands Worship: How Shall We Then Sing? {book study}
A Church That Misunderstands Worship: How Shall We Then Preach? {book study}
In this chapter of "This Little Church Went to Market", Dr. Gary Gilley explains the way worship is being done by the seeker-sensitive church today. And what is missing from it. But the hour cometh, and now is, when the true worshippers shall worship the Father in spirit and in truth: for the Father seeketh such to worship him. John 4:23 The modern church does not take … [Read more...] about A Church That Misunderstands Worship: How Shall We Then Preach? {book study}
“This Little Church Went To Market” Book Study ~ Chapters 6 & 7
We are combining two chapters this week since we skipped it entirely last week. It will be for chapters six and seven. If you are just beginning this book study of "This Little Church Went To Market" with us, you are welcome to begin the series here. To purchase your copy, you can buy one on Amazon (paperback and kindle - affiliate link) or on Dr. Gilley's website here. … [Read more...] about “This Little Church Went To Market” Book Study ~ Chapters 6 & 7