iGuides

iGuides are self-paced Learning4Life study guides written to help
you process the information in selected books, with questions that
will lead you to consider how the author's concepts fit into your
ministry situation.

We ask that you register with us first. Once we have received your
registration form, we will send you the book and a CD with the
iGuide document or information on how to get the e-book.

Let us know the name, author and publisher of any books you want
to suggest for inclusion. Also, if you would like to write the learning
guide for the book, c ontact us. We're always looking for good
writers.

The iGuides we have available now are listed here. Those with *w*
have related archived webinars. Links are available in ICEL Green,
our learning community. Contact us for more info on joining.

Titles available as e-books are marked as follows:

indicates available in Kindle version only

indicates available in both Kindle and Nook versions

If there's no symbol, they are available in hard copy only.

NEW: Street Signs, by Ray Bakke and Jon Sharpe

Provides basic methodology, stories of how cities are being reached, and proctical

how-to suggestions.

NEW: The Top Ten Mistakes Leaders Make, by Hans Finzel *

Includes the most common errors leaders consistently make, regardless of training

or age, and the way to stop these bad habits from undermining their positive

talents and accomplishments.

NEW: T4T

If you already received your free copy of the book, you'll

want

the iGuide to go with

it, whether you register with us or not.

ontact us and we'll send it to you.

If you

haven't received your book, register as usual and we'll

send it to you.

New: The Painful Side of Leadership, by Jeff Iorg. *w* *

eading Christians shouldn't be this hard! This book will encourage and equip you

to better manage painful ministry relationship, circumstances, and choices.

New: Who's Pushing Your Buttons? by Dr. John Townsend. *

our button-pusher is not someone you would easily and casually leave. This book

gives you the tools not only to understand your trying situation, but also to learn

how to influence that difficult person to change in positive ways while you learn

and grow as well.

New: Teaching Cross-Culturally, by J. & S. Lingenfelter. K

The intended audience for this book is the western-trained educator who is

working...in a non-western school setting..

" Since all m's are teaching in one way

or another, this book can be a valuable resource as you adapt to the culture

around you.

New: Everyone Communicates Few Connect, by John Maxwell. *

he ability to connect with others is a major determining factor in reaching your full

potential. Connecting is a skill you can learn and apply in your personal,

professional and family relationships with Maxwell's Five Principles and Five

Practices.

7 Kinds of Smart, by Thomas Armstrong, Ph.D.

Based on the theory of "multiple intelligences" this book is revised and updated to

include two new kinds of "smart." The iGuide will help you apply this thinking to

your personal situation.

A Lasting Promise, by Scott Stanley, et al. K

The subtitle is "A Christian Guide to Fighting for Your Marriage." Bill Goff,

seminary

professor and former m, wrote this iGuide based on the course he teaches at

SWBTS and his years on the field. With practical activities and Biblical foundations,

it's sure to make a difference in your marriage.

Cross-Cultural Partnerships, by Mary Lederleitner *w* K

Navigating the Complexities of Money and Mission

Wycliffe consultant Mary

Lederleitner brings both missiological and financial

expertise to explain how global

mission efforts can be funded with integrity,

mutuality and transparency,

presenting best-practices that foster dignity and work

toward long-term

sustainability.

Retiring the Generation Gap, by Jennifer Deal K

RtGG

reveals the truth about generational conflicts at work--and what you

can

about them. Applying these principles will help everyone to work with, work

for,

attract, manage, retain, and develop leaders of

all

generations.

Preach and Heal, by Charles Fielding, M.D. e-book is on 3e2a

Jesus sent his disciples to preach the kingdom and heal the sick. He

practiced

both.

This book explores the ideology and practical ways for balanced

ministry so

that

you can effectively reach the lost. Please register to receive the

CD. The files

are

quite large and include video and audio.

The Heart of Mentoring, by David A. Stoddard *

How are you investing your life? Getting the most out of life isn't about how

much

you keep for yourself, but how much you pour into others. This book will help

you

learn how. Please register to receive the CD.

The files are quite large.

Maximum Impact Short-Term Mission, by Roger Peterson, Gordon
Aeshliman, and Wayne Sneed

This book is written for the field practitio

ner, not for the person "going on a

mission

trip." It will help you prepare for and experience successful short-term

mission with

results that contribute to your work on the field.

Think Like Jesus, by George Barna *

What is biblical perspective on life? To put it simply, Barna says, it is

"way

dealin

g with the world so that we act like Jesus, twenty-four hours a day,

because

we think like Jesus. It’s like wearing a pair of eyeglasses that enable us

to see

things differently, to see things from God’s point of view, and to respond to

these

perceptions in the way He prescribes.

Leading Cross-Culturally, by Sherwood Lingenfelter *

Sherwood Lingenfelter helps the reader understand his or her own

leadership

culture (and its blind spots), examine it critically in light of Scripture, and

become an

effective learner of other cultural perspectives on leadership. He also

confronts the

issues of power

inherent in any leadership situation. Lingenfelter

carefully defines

cross-cultural leadership and unpacks that definition throughout

the book, with an

emphasis on building communities of vision, trust, and

empowerment through

leadership based on biblical principles. In the end, he

argues that leaders must

inhabit the gospel story to be effective cross-culturally.

The Character of Leadership, by Jeff Iorg *

This book takes a closer look at nine important personal qualities which

every

great ministry and business leader must develop for a lifetime of effective

service.

The Book on Leadership, by John MacArthur *

MacArthur shows that leadership does not come from a job title. It isn't a

matter of

personality or charisma, and it isn't just authority. Based on the works of

the

apostle Paul, this study will help you find the characteristics of a true leader.

Margin, by Richard Swenson, MD *

Swenson provides a prescription against the danger of overloaded lives.

Focusing

on margin in four key areas, he offers an overall picture of health that

employs

contentment, simplicity, balance, and rest. The iGuide includes videos of

colleagues

with examples and recommendations. Please

receive the CD

as the files

are quite large

Southern Baptist Consensus and Renewal, by David Dockery *

This book calls Southern Baptists to boldly unite and renew their

commitment to

the gospel, biblical authority, and their confessional heritage. The

iGuide includes

an audio interview with Dr. Dockery, president of Union University.

The Performance Factor, by Pat MacMillan *

Organizations that have successfully developed team strategies are now

experiencing significant increases in productivity and services. Team resource

expert Pat MacMillan discusses the characteristics of a high performance team and

teaches you how to implement a new paradigm of leadership to bring your

organization to greater levels of effectiveness.

Cross-Cultural Servanthood, by Duane Elmer K

Whether you're going on your first short-term mission trip or ministering

overseas

for extended periods, this useful guide is essential reading for anyone

who wants

to serve effectively in international settings with grace and sensitivity.

Third Culture Kids, by David Pollock and Ruth Van Reken *

The authors pioneered the TCK profile more than a decade ago, pointing out

the

emotional and psychological realities that come with the TCK journey

This

new,

expanded version of the book explores the challenges and benefits that TCKs

encounter.

Missionary Methods: St. Paul's or Ours, by Roland Allen *

Profoundly biblical, Allen's "methods" are drawn from a scrupulous

examination of

Paul the apostle's own principles for missionary work. He argues

that these

apostolic principles--founded on an unwavering belief in the Holy Spirit

indwelling

new believers and churches--are as relevant today as they were in the

formative

years of the church.

The Great Omission, by Steve Saint

Steve Saint shows how missions strategies have unwittingly harmed the

indigenous church

by creating dependencies and failing to include the local

believers in the work of the church.

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