Explores what evangelical/charismatic Christians can learn from contemplative forms of spirituality. This book focuses on truths that can enhance faith but also those that encourage a more sustainable way of living and being. It includes questions for reflection and action.
Servanthood is something to which all believers are called, not just those in full-time ministry. This means that understanding what servanthood means is vital for the health and well-being of local churches. Every member needs to appreciate their role as a servant of God. At the same time, the principles of servant leadership provide an essential framework for those called specifically to the work of the church, whether at home or overseas. Servant Ministry offers a practical exposition of the first 'Servant Song' in Isaiah (42:1-9). Writing from many years of Christian teaching and mentoring, Tony Horsfall applies insights drawn from the Isaiah passage to topics such as the motivation for service and the call to serve; valid expressions of servanthood and the link between evangelism and social action; character formation and what it means to be a servant; how to keep going over the long haul in the harsh realities of ministry; the importance of listening to God on a daily basis and also over a whole lifetime.
A core resource for anyone involved in spiritual mentoring. 30 short chapters provide a basis for spiritual conversations between mentor and mentoree, structured around six key topic areas.
Exploring the concept of spiritual friendship, this book delves into the role of mentorship in navigating faith-related inquiries. It emphasizes the importance of support and guidance in fostering spiritual growth and understanding. Through practical insights and reflections, it encourages readers to cultivate meaningful relationships that nurture faith and address the complexities of belief.
'The need of the hour is for Spirit-filled, Christ-centred, Father-glorifying, Bible-based, fruitful individuals and churches. This book can only help towards that goal.'In A Fruitful Life we ponder the teaching of Jesus in John chapter 15, the famous 'vine' passage. He is preparing his disciples for his departure and describing how they can be effective witnesses in a hostile world. Just as his instructions revolutionised their lives, so a proper understanding of what he is saying can revolutionise our lives also. It is the heart of the gospel message: the only way to live the Christian life is to allow Jesus to live his life in us and through us.This book includes material for individual reflection and questions for group discussion.
A book of undated biblical reflections, Facing Midlife is a unique devotional guide to one of the most spiritually important transitions in life. Midlife brings with it both difficulty and opportunity but the Scriptures show us how to handle these challenges wisely so that in the second half of life we reach our full potential and find our unique God-given vocation. In Facing Midlife Tony Horsfall shows that God is involved in the midlife transition, using it to shape and form us into the likeness of Christ, and to prepare us for the exciting calling he still has for us. Rather than to be avoided or ignored, the midlife transition is one to be embraced confidently in the knowledge that God is at work in all the circumstances of our lives.
Tony Horsfall and Debbie Hawker encourage us to develop our resilience and to prepare ourselves for the challenges that life throws at us in an increasingly difficult world.
Deep Calls to Deep offers reflections drawn from selected psalms to comfort us during difficult times and help us understand how God is at work even in the darkest valley.
Tony Horsfall, Mags Duggan, Jenny Brown, John Ayrton, Melinda Hendry and Steve Aisthorpe present the life of Christ in a 365-day devotional, exploring all four gospels in detail.
Tony Horsfall reflects on the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman to draw out practical guidance for sustainable Christian life and work.