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by Stan J. Tharp (Author)
Another practical tool from Stan Tharp, designed to help pastors and church leaders. Why this book can help you: 1.Biblically based principles and truths 2.Tested in the "real world" of ministry 3.Supported by a "track record" of fruitfulness a.Under the author's leadership, the general fund for the Christian Life Center has grown 21 of the last 23 years. b.Total growth is from a budget of $958,828 (when the church went through a crisis-senior pastor change in 1990) to over $5,200,000 c.The average annual increase was 7.65% PLEASE NOTE: This book is one of a "trilogy" written by this author (available on Amazon.com) that go together to contribute to church health in a straightforward, effective way. It is HIGHLY recommended to read all three, and apply the principles together. Those who have done so have experienced VERY encouraging results: 1.Teach Them to Give 2.The Financially Healthy Church 3.BIG: A God-Sized Vision for Your Church (Using Acts 1:8 as a template for your church health and growth) TEACH THEM TO GIVE is helpful to anyone asked to "Take the offering in the church service today..." In a moment, you can give a practical, and theologically sound invitation for people to give.
Author Biography
Stan Tharp has served in church and non-profit leadership since 1979. His practical experience shapes his writing, and assures it will be a valuable tool to those who use it. He has a Bachelor's degree with a double major in Management and Biblical Studies; a Masters degree in Pastoral Psychology and Counseling; an MBA in Management, and a Doctorate of Ministry in Conflict Management. He has put this education to the test, and uses it to benefit others through his writings, and in his leadership responsibilities as Lead Pastor of Christian Life Center in Dayton, Ohio since 1990.
