The nature of the Christian life (and the darkening times in which we live) require that we spend more time helping one another grow in the Christian life—so work at it!
Downloads
Additional Resources
Here are some books that may assist you in a deeper study of the truths presented in this sermon. While Pastor Mike cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, he does believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through this sermon’s topic.
As an Amazon Associate, Focal Point Ministries earns a small commission from qualifying purchases made through the links below. Your purchases help support the ongoing ministry of Focal Point.
- Bellah, Robert. Habits of the Heart: Individualism & Commitment in American Life. UC Press, 1996.
- Fabarez, Mike. People Tools: Becoming a Useful Tool in the Lives of God’s People. Tape/CD: 0205-0208
- Fabarez, Mike. Plugged In: Fulfilling God’s Specific Purpose for My Life in His Family. Tape/CD: 0403-0406
- Frazee, Randy. The Connecting Church. Zondervan, 2001.
- Getz, Gene. The Measure of a Church. Gospel Light, 2002.
- Gorman, Julie. Community That Is Christian. Victor Books, 1993.
- Lloyd-Jones, D. Martyn. Ephesians 4:1-16. An Exposition on Christian Unity. Baker Books, 1998.
- Putnam, Robert. Bowling Alone: The Collapse & Revival of American Community. Touchstone, 2001.
- Ryken, Philip Graham, ed. The Communion of the Saints: Living in Fellowship with People of God. P & R, 2001.
- Sande, Ken. The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflicts. Baker Books, 1997.
- Sanders, Oswald. Spiritual Leadership. Moody Press, 1980.
- Saucy, Robert L. The Church in God’s Program. Moody Press, 1972.
- Schaeffer, Francis. The Church at the End of the Twentieth Century. Crossway Books, 1994.
- Whitney, Donald. Spiritual Disciplines Within the Church: Participating Fully in the Body of Christ. Moody, 1996.