Bücher von Andy Percey

A series of biblical reflections on what we can learn today from the life of David.The Bible devotes more verses to David than anyone else except Jesus. God called David a man after his own heart, yet he made monumental mistakes. So why was this flawed king so esteemed and what can we learn?Touching on universal themes such as being overlooked, family tensions, conflict and temptation, Percey draws out biblical truths that gently challenge us to look at our lives and draw closer to Jesus.David's life gives hope to all of us who make mistakes and whose hearts are easily moved that we too can learn to be after God's own heart. Content Benefits: You will see through David's life that it is not the mistakes we make that define us, but the way we deal with them. Understand the life of David Applicable life lessons for today Goes much deeper than just the familiar stories of Goliath and Bathsheba Each chapter ends with questions for reflection, perfect for individuals or study groups Encourages an authentic spirituality that acknowledges the good and bad experiences of life Chatty, informal and accessible style Foreword written by Stephen Cherry, author of Barefoot Disciple Suitable for anyone seeking to live as Jesus's disciples

What does it mean for us to be a people who are made to belong, rather than simply fit in?Where do I belong?Since our earliest days, humans have sat around tribal fires and told stories about where we came from, where we are going, and how we belong. We want to have the answers to those big questions of life and share them with others. This desire is deeply built into us and the glow of that tribal fire is still enticing.We long to find our tribe and to fit in with others like us. So, even when we scratch the itch of tribalism, why do we burn for something else? By looking at creation, families, church, and the hope of heaven, Andy Percey shows us that we were never made to just fit in; God created us to belong to him and each other in the truest and deepest way possible.If you are asking these questions around the fire, this book is your invitation into relationship, partnership, companionship and belonging. Content Benefits: What does it mean for us to be a people who are made to belong, rather than simply fit in? This book brings insight and pastoral guidance to help you answer this question and help create new connections with each other and God. Looks at the growing trend in society to find your tribe Gets to the heart of the rising tide of loneliness and social exclusion felt today Examines why tribalism does not satisfy our deepest longing to belong Provides a framework to belong, based on the idea that God created us to be in relationship with Him Perfect for anyone who is searching to belong or to find true connection with God and others Ideal for pastors, leaders and pastoral teams, and anyone who is wanting to stem the tide of loneliness in their community Readers will learn how to connect with God, with each other, and create spaces and churches that welcome others Critiques the idea of tribalism from a Christian perspective