"What do you think about your pastor? Do you chew over his sermons and wonder if they are clear and helpful? Do you feel he spends enough time with you? In fact, do you ever catch yourself wondering what he does all day?The truth is, often we think, "What can my pastor do for me?" Far less often do we think, "What can I do for my pastor?"Former seasoned pastor, Christopher Ash, urges church members to think about pastors not just in term ..."
Married for God Making Your Marriage the Best It Can Be by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 176 Pages, Published 2016 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-5078-2, ISBN: 1-4335-5078-4
"Many people get married without ever understanding the real purpose of marriage--which leads to disappointment, dissatisfaction, and conflict. This raises the obvious (but often unasked) question: What is the purpose of marriage? Helping readers reorient their view of marriage so that they see it as part of God's grand plan for the universe, this book offers a refreshingly God-centered explanation of one of the most foundational human i ..."
Listen up!(1st Edition) by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2009 by The Good Book Company ISBN-13: 978-1-906334-67-3, ISBN: 1-906334-67-6
"Why on earth does anyone need a guide on how to listen to sermons? Don't we simply need to 'be there' and stay awake? Yet Jesus said: 'Consider carefully how you listen.' The fact is, much more is involved in truly listening to Bible teaching than just sitting and staring at the preacher. Christopher Ash outlines seven ingredients for healthy listening. He then deals with how to respond to bad sermons - ones that are dull, or inadequat ..."
Repeat the Sounding Joy A daily Advent devotional on Luke 1-2 by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 160 Pages, Published 2019 by The Good Book Company ISBN-13: 978-1-78498-378-9, ISBN: 1-78498-378-0
"In this Advent journey through Luke 1–2, Christopher Ash brings these familiar passages to life with fresh insight, colour and depth. As you soak up the Scriptures, you'll experience the joy of Christmas through the eyes of those who witnessed it first hand, from Mary and Elizabeth to the Shepherds and Simeon. Celebrate afresh the arrival of the long-awaited Messiah in history, and learn what it means to wait for him with joyful expecta ..."
Psalms for You How to Pray, How to Feel and How to Sing (God's Word for You) by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 288 Pages, Published 2020 by The Good Book Company ISBN-13: 978-1-78498-415-1, ISBN: 1-78498-415-9
Teaching Ruth & Esther(Updated) (Proclamation Trust) by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 288 Pages, Published 2018 by Christian Focus ISBN-13: 978-1-5271-0007-7, ISBN: 1-5271-0007-3
"Ruth and Esther are two prophetic pictures of the same gospel. One speaks of a last–minute rescue from death, the other of a long–awaited filling of a terrible emptiness. One ends with a baby; the other concludes with an annual remembrance of an amazing escape. But neither really ends, until they find their fulfilment in Jesus Christ. Part of the Teaching series, this book is designed to help the pastor/preacher, small group leader, or ..."
Job The Wisdom of the Cross (Preaching the Word) by ChristopherAsh, R. Kent Hughes Hardcover, 496 Pages, Published 2014 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-1312-1, ISBN: 1-4335-1312-9
"Life can be hard, and sometimes it seems like God doesn’t even care. When faced with difficult trials, many people have resonated with the book of Job—the story of a man who lost nearly everything, seemingly abandoned by God. In this thorough and accessible commentary, Christopher Ash helps us glean encouragement from God’s Word by directing our attention to the final explanation and ultimate resolution of Job’s story: the life, death, ..."
The King's Choir Singing the Psalms with Jesus: Seven Studies for Groups and Individuals (Good Book Guides) by ChristopherAsh, Alison Mitchell Paperback, 96 Pages, Published 2020 by Good Book Co ISBN-13: 978-1-78498-418-2, ISBN: 1-78498-418-3
"Christopher Ash takes us through examples from all five books of the psalter in these seven Bible studies for small groups. He shows us how they were sung by Jesus and fulfilled by Jesus.This transforms how we read them, enjoy them and sing them ourselves, as we join the King's choir.Features close attention to the text, a focus on real-life application, and questions that really open up discussion."
Remaking a Broken World(1st Edition) The Heart of the Bible Story by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2019 by Good Book Co ISBN-13: 978-1-78498-376-5, ISBN: 1-78498-376-4
"Our world is fractured on every level--from the family to international relations. The news constantly reports broken relationships, strife-ridden communities and warring nations.So what hope is there for a world of fractured relationships? Discover the Bible's surprising answer: the local church.This revised and updated edition of Christopher Ash's Bible overview takes readers through the big sweep of Scripture, following the theme of ..."
"When a disaster happens; when personal tragedy strikes; when we are perplexed by world events, Christians begin to doubt that God is either truly good, or truly in control.
Christopher Ash faces these questions head on, without flinching at any of the difficulties. First he looks at six different ways people have answered this question both as Christians and from other religions and none. He then reveals the Bible's answer: the revel ..."
Marriage Sex in the Service of God by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 396 Pages, Published 2005 by Regent College Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-57383-339-4, ISBN: 1-57383-339-8
"The ´way of a man with a maiden´ was too wonderful for the writer of Proverbs to understand. Preoccupying so many thoughts and dreams, the subject of countless songs, films and fairy tales, the love between a man and a woman has always been a profound and perplexing mystery. And yet we do not live happily ever after. Four out of ten marriages will end in divorce. Couples now choose to live together rather than marry, and those relations ..."
Hearing the Spirit(Updated) Knowing the Father through the Son. (Proclamation Trust) by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 176 Pages, Published 2015 by Christian Focus ISBN-13: 978-1-84550-725-1, ISBN: 1-84550-725-8
"How does the Spirit relate to the Bible? This book is for those who are 'thirsty for a deeper experience of the Spirit of God'. There is much confusion about how Jesus relates to the Holy Spirit, how Jesus the Eternal Word relates to the Bible. People say, 'You have too much Bible and not enough of the Spirit' or it "It all very well talking about the Spirit but where's the Bible?' Whatever our background, we tend to fall back on untest ..."
The Priority of Preaching(Updated) (Proclamation Trust) by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 128 Pages, Published 2009 by Christian Focus ISBN-13: 978-1-84550-464-9, ISBN: 1-84550-464-X
"""This little book is written for ordinary ministers who preach regularly to ordinary people in ordinary places... Most of us preach in gatherings that are smaller than we would wish and tougher than we might have hoped when we entered pastoral ministry... There is a voice on our shoulders who whispers as we prepare, and then as we preach, 'Is it really worth it?"" From The Introduction Christopher Ash tell us that it is worth it. More ..."
"Discovering the Joy of a Clear Conscience By: Ash, Christopher More Sharing ServicesShare | Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on email Share on print Conscience is a neglected word that not many of us take seriously. But have you ever considered examining your conscience as part of daily life' What if doing this were the only way to know the joy of feeling clean inside' Is such joy possible without self- righteousness or even sel ..."
God's Word for You Ser. Psalms for You : How to Pray, How to Feel and How to Sing by ChristopherAsh Hardcover, Published 2020 by Good Book Co ISBN-13: 978-1-78498-416-8, ISBN: 1-78498-416-7
"Enjoy reading and applying different types of psalms, and seeing Jesus in every one."
Teaching Psalms Vol. 2(Updated) From Text to Message (Proclamation Trust) by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 304 Pages, Published 2018 by Christian Focus ISBN-13: 978-1-5271-0005-3, ISBN: 1-5271-0005-7
"The Psalms can be sung, spoken or read – but they were written to be prayed. Until we pray them from the heart we miss their purpose. The two volumes of Teaching Psalms aim to get the reader’s heart engaging with this beautiful book of the Bible. If you love, or want to love, or think perhaps you ought to love the Psalms, these volumes are for you. Volume 1 acts as a handbook: – How to pray the Psalms – How to teach the Psalms – The ..."
Teaching Psalms Vol. 1(Updated) From Text to Message (Proclamation Trust) by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 272 Pages, Published 2017 by Christian Focus ISBN-13: 978-1-5271-0004-6, ISBN: 1-5271-0004-9
"The Psalms can be sung, spoken or read - but they were written to be prayed. Until we pray them from the heart we miss their purpose. If you love, or want to love, or think perhaps you ought to love, the Psalms, this first instalment of a two-volume set on the Psalter is for you. Christopher Ash gives us a practical and theological handbook to equip us to pray and to teach the Psalms. He faces the difficulties and shows how praying them ..."
Introducing Romans(Updated) A Book for Today (Proclamation Trust) by ChristopherAsh, Not Available Paperback, 96 Pages, Published 2013 by Christian Focus ISBN-13: 978-1-78191-233-1, ISBN: 1-78191-233-5
"Designed to accompany "Teaching Romans volume 1" and " volume 2," this book will help you to understand the message of Romans. The sheer scale and depth of Romans make it challenging to teach, but Christopher Ash leads us step by step through understanding and communicating this challenging and life-changing book."
Pure Joy Rediscover Your Conscience by ChristopherAsh Paperback, 205 Pages, Published 2012 by Ivp ISBN-13: 978-1-84474-585-2, ISBN: 1-84474-585-6
Trusting God in the Darkness A Guide to Understanding the Book of Job (Paperback) by ChristopherAsh Paperback, Published 2021 by Crossway ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-7011-7, ISBN: 1-4335-7011-4