Tag Archives: books

Preaching that Pleases God

By caryschmidt | June 14, 2010

A New Book by Tom Farrell from Striving Together Publications.
If you are interested in growing teacher or preacher of the Word of God, you must read Preaching that Pleases God by Tom Farrell. It’s one of the best books I’ve ever read on the subject, and it will challenge you to be a more faithful [...]

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Why Use Sunday School Curriculum?

By caryschmidt | May 1, 2010

Are there some really compelling reasons to use Sunday School curriculum? We believe YES! For nearly two and a half decades, God has developed strong Christians at Lancaster Baptist Church, and a huge part of that process is the Adult Bible Class Ministry and curriculum. Several years ago, through Striving Together Publications, we made a [...]

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Great Books for Christian Parents

By Cary Schmidt | March 8, 2010

Frequently someone asks what books I would recommend on youth ministry or parenting. They are generally the same books. While there are some good books on youth ministry, the most helpful to youth ministry are those on the family. Whether you are a parent or a youth pastor, I would urge you to read everything [...]

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Christian Books for the Kindle

By caryschmidt | December 11, 2009

Do you have a Kindle? Good news! Striving Together Publications is committed to entering and supporting the digital publishing realm. We are now offering resources for the Kindle digital reader. I’ve been asked several times just today—hence this post. (We are working on the website announcement and links.)
Presently, you can find the following books (from [...]

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USATODAY Reports on the New NIV 2011

By caryschmidt | September 1, 2009

Revealing Words from NIV Translators Regarding Their Next Version

Thanks to Eric Johnson, Youth Pastor at Liberty Baptist Church in Newport Beach, CA for twittering the link to this article in USA Today. The article details the planned release of yet another NIV bible in 2011! The most amazing quote from the article was this:
“The scholars [...]

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Done—Free eBook in Chinese, Spanish, Romanian

By Cary Schmidt | August 19, 2009

The Free eBook – DONE – is Now Available in Chinese and Spanish

Thanks to the help of a wonderful team of burdened volunteers, the minibook DONE is now available as a free eBook in Chines, Spanish, and Romanian. The Spanish version, “HECHO” is also available in printed form through Striving Together Publications.
The Chinese version was [...]

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Living on God’s Economy—A Great Resource!

By Cary Schmidt | August 14, 2009

This is a small book that every Christian should read!

This is a new book from Dr. Paul Chappell that was made available in July. Most of our announcements spotlighted other projects, but this one is well worth being noticed and used! Pastor Chappell did a marvelous job of taking many years of studying, teaching, and [...]

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A Must-Read Soulwinning Story

By Cary Schmidt | August 7, 2009

While on vacation with my family last week, I received this email. It powerfully encouraged my heart on many levels. I pray it will encourage you that soulwinning still works.
Dear Pastor Schmidt:
I just finished reading your book “done.”. I thought you might like to know how I came upon the book.

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Living Hymns—A Personal Story

By Cary Schmidt | July 8, 2009

During my senior year of high school, the Lord allowed me to meet Dr. Al Smith and have lunch with him. I was visiting Bible colleges with my father and praying about God’s will for my future. Little did I know that God’s will for me would include serving in music ministry. I’ll never forget [...]

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Book Review—A Glorious Church

By caryschmidt | May 10, 2009

A New Book about the Biblical and Historical Integrity of the New Testament Church

Evangelist Mike Gass has written a fantastic new book now available from Striving Together Publications. “A Glorious Church” is a study of the origin, identity, heritage, and integrity of the New Testament Church. It is a fantastic read filled with historical and [...]

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Just Friends—A New Book with Mike Ray

By caryschmidt | March 14, 2009

Guarding Your Heart for a Wonderful Someday!
People have asked for years if we would do a book to teenagers and college students about guy/girl relationships. It wasn’t until Pastor Chappell approached me about working on this project with Pastor Mike Ray that I really thought seriously about it. What a privilege to work with a [...]

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Book Review-What’s On Your Mind

By caryschmidt | January 1, 2009

Discover the Power of Biblical Thinking
A New Book by Dr. John Goestch

Do you desire to grow in your understanding of how your brain assimilates information, and how God’s Word can transform your thinking and renew your mind? The pages of this book are a MUST READ for every Christian who is desiring to win [...]

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Different By Design Book and Curriculum Now Available!

By Cary Schmidt | May 29, 2008

Rediscovering that a Godly Life is Still a Good Life!

This book/personal study and the accompanying curriculum is designed to help young adults develop not only a godly heart, but a godly lifestyle to match! It exposes the myth that God doesn’t care how we behave, He only cares about our heart. It calls Christians to [...]

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Music Matters

By Cary Schmidt | July 4, 2007

Understanding and Applying the Amazing Power of Godly Music
In this thought-provoking book, you will discover a biblical and encouraging perspective on the power of music and how to use it effectively in your life. You will be challenged to consider music as more than entertainment and to make wise choices that will facilitate greater [...]

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Life Quest – Now Available in Hardback and MP3

By Cary Schmidt | January 24, 2007

Life Quest – Braving Adulthood with Biblical Passion

This new hardback book is now available from Striving Together Publications in two formats—hardback and MP3 CD. This book addresses the challenges of embracing adult life in a culture that is trying to keep us immature and irresponsible. It addresses three primary questions over 250 and [...]

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