The revolutionary truth found in the Word of God concerning para-church provisions is that when local churches properly utilize these gift ministries, local church congregations mature and revivals spring forth. Is the Holy Spirit trying to bring back these ministries as the leaders and unifiers of the one body of Christ, effectively setting the stage for the Kingdom of God on this earth? May the reintroduction of these provisions into our local churches prepare the church for the coming harvest and the return of her King.
Table of Contents
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1: Para-church The Definition
Chapter 2: A Foundational Understanding of Church Government
Chapter 3: Integrating Para-churches Into Local Congregations
Chapter 4: Para-church Ministries Choosing a Local Church
Chapter 5: Para-church Provisions for Revival in Local Congregations
Chapter 6: Potential Pitfalls of Para-church Involvement
Chapter 7: Recommendations
End Notes
Answers for Points to Ponder
Bibliography
About the Author
Dale Sides is a non-denominational minister who travels worldwide, presenting classes about Church Government and Ministerial Functions as well as other timely topics. Dale is the President of Liberating Ministries for Christ International, a para-church ministry devoted to strengthening, nourishing and supporting local churches, ministries and individual believers through Biblical instruction. Dale, his wife, Vicki, and their four daughters live in Bedford, VA where Dale is a founding Elder at Lion of Judah Ministries.