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    How to Find a Life-Giving Church: You Can Thrive In
    How to Find a Life-Giving Church: You Can Thrive In
    How to Find a Life-Giving Church: You Can Thrive In
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    How to Find a Life-Giving Church: You Can Thrive In

    By Tony Peters

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    Finding and getting involved in a great Church is not optional for a Christian who wants to obey God’s Word and grow spiritually. It is a command!
    In this book you would discover ten of the most important characteristics of great Churches. You will learn what a Life-giving Church is and why you should not let anything keep you away from a Church that carries the seal of God’s approval.
    Whether you’ve had bad experiences in Church or have never been to a vibrant Life-giving Church before, this book will give you the encouragement you need to reconnect with God’s perfect plan for your life.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTony Peters
    Release dateDec 28, 2012
    ISBN9781874332510
    How to Find a Life-Giving Church: You Can Thrive In
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    Tony Peters

    Tony Peters was born in England, but immigrated to Africa with his parents when he was 5. There he completed his studies and graduated as a Mechanical Engineer from the University of Lagos.After he got married to his University sweetheart, he returned to England in 1986 to complete his postgraduate training at Goldsmith University. For the next 13 years he taught Design & Technology, and Electronics. In 1997 he established Dynamic Words Discipleship College, and planted The King's House (a.k.a London's Alive Church), shortly after.He has written several books, manuals and training materials, and continues to serve as a marriage adviser and relationship coach in a few Countries around the world.

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      How to Find a Life-Giving Church - Tony Peters

      HOW TO FIND A

      LIFE-GIVING CHURCH

      - You Can Thrive in

      By Tony Peters

      Published by

      T P PUBLICATIONS

      4 Pegamoid Road.

      Edmonton. London.

      N18 2NG

      Copyright © 2012 by Tony Peters

      ISBN 978-1-874332-51-0

      License Notes

      This eBook is licensed for your personal enjoyment only. This eBook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each recipient. If you’re reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then please delete it and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the hard work of the author.

      TABLE OF CONTENT

      Introduction

      Chapter 1

      A Church that places a high value on the Word of God

      Chapter 2

      A Church that has or fosters a warm and friendly atmosphere

      Chapter 3

      A Church that will challenge you to grow and stretch as a Christian

      Chapter 4

      A Church that can cater for the needs of your whole family

      Chapter 5

      A Church that is interested in the Community it is located in

      Chapter 6

      A Church that isn’t too far away from your home

      Chapter 7

      A Church that is relevant and forward-looking; not stuck in the past

      Chapter 8

      A Church where you can make a healthy contribution with your gifts

      Chapter 9

      A Church whose leadership you can respect and honour

      Chapter 10

      A Church that displays the seal of God’s approval

      The Conclusion of the Matter

      INTRODUCTION

      This little book was written to help you find a great Life-giving Church that you and your family can grow and thrive in. I know that not every Church out there is right for you. However, I am convinced that God has a Church for every one of His children – including you.

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