Tony Merida Tony Merida is Pastor for Preaching and Vision of Imago Dei Church, Raleigh, NC; Director of Theological Training for Acts 29; and a Council member of The Gospel Coalition. He is the author of a number of books, including Love Your Church, Ruth For You, The Christ-Centered Expositor, and Ordinary. He and his wife, Kimberly, have five adopted children. David Platt, Lead Pastor, McLean Bible Church, Washington, D.C.; Author, Radical "The best thing I could say about this book is that I love the church more after reading it. And I’m confident you will, too. Whether you’re new to a church, or you’ve spent your whole life in church, will help you experience the wonder of what God has designed you and me to experience as brothers and sisters in Christ." Alistair Begg, Senior Minister, Parkside Church, Chagrin Falls, Ohio; Author, Brave by Faith "This book reminds me why it was that, long before I became a pastor, I was thrilled to be a part of a local church. I commend it enthusiastically and hope that each member of my church will read, mark, inwardly digest, and live out the lessons learned." Jen Oshman, Author, Enough About Me "Church feels complicated these days. People wonder if it’s even relevant anymore and we tend toward cynicism and individualism. In Tony Merida is like a big brother who explains what in the world the church is for. His eight reasons to love my church lifted my eyes off of myself and off the current cultural landscape and onto the beauty and wonder of God and how he designed his people to gather together with purpose, care, mission, and joy. This is a life-giving read." Walter R. Strickland II, Assistant Professor of Systematic and Contextual Theology, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary "With a pastor’s heart, Tony Merida delivers a practical manual that not only instructs, but also inspires. Merida reminds us that our local church—with all its quirks—is a family. This simple truth will stir your heart to love and will encourage believers in pews everywhere." Gather Welcome Belong Serve Shop the Love Your Church series: How to make the most of and give the most to your church’s Sunday gatherings. How every church member can be like Jesus by making newcomers and outsiders feel part of the church family. How to build genuine, real, deep, honest and authentic Christian relationships as a community of believers. How to motivate us to serve our church family sacrificially with our energy, time, and gifts.
✔ Author(s): Tony Merida
✔ Title: Love Your Church: 8 Great Things About Being a Church Member (Discipleship resource for Christians on belonging, welcoming, gathering, caring, serving, witnessing, and mission)
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (192 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1784986089
✔ ISBN-13: 9781784986087
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Love Your Church by Tony Merida
Melody Blake
The depth of character development was astounding. I felt like I knew each person intimately, understanding their hopes, fears, and dreams. It made the story so much more meaningful.
Aileen Menzie
The way this book explored the complexities of human nature and relationships was both profound and relatable. It touched my heart in ways I didn't expect.
Rosa Bax
The plot was so well-paced that I lost track of time while reading. I was completely immersed in the story, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next twist.
