Word-Centered Church: How Scripture Brings Life and Growth to God's People

It’s a question hundreds of pastors ask every day:What is the best way to grow?

A lot of books give a lot of answers, but the best one comes from Scripture. Word-Centered Church brings that answer into sharp focus. Written by Jonathan Leeman, editorial director for the reputable ministry 9Marks, Word-Centered Church offers a thorough treatment of one of God’s greatest concerns: growing His people and growing His church.

As simple as the concept may seem, it’s one that many churches miss, and to their own detriment. Because when churches center everything they do on God’s Word—when the pulpit ministry gives direction to every aspect of the church’s life—growth happens God’s way. God’s Word is what creates the church, and it’s what sustains it, too.

Theological and practical, Word-Centered Church focuses on how the church hears, responds to, discusses, implements, and is transformed by Scripture. It’s not about high-octane production, superstar personalities, or postmodern entreaties, but stuff that is really old, really good, and really powerful.

Word-Centered Church is the ministry-model book that churches need, because it advances the model God designed. For anyone who wants to grow or help others grow, Word-Centered Church is indispensable.

• The Church: The Gospel Made Visible (9Marks)
• 40 Questions About Interpreting the Bible (40 Questions & Answers Series)
• Expositional Preaching: How We Speak God's Word Today (9Marks: Building Healthy Churches)
• Biblical Theology in the Life of the Church: A Guide for Ministry (9Marks)
• God's Big Picture: Tracing the Storyline of the Bible
• Discipling: How to Help Others Follow Jesus (9Marks: Building Healthy Churches)
• Church Membership: How the World Knows Who Represents Jesus (9Marks: Building Healthy Churches)
• Budgeting for a Healthy Church: Aligning Finances with Biblical Priorities for Ministry (9Marks)
• The Compelling Community: Where God's Power Makes a Church Attractive (9Marks)
• The Family Life of a Christian Leader