A Chronicle of Grief Finding Life After Traumatic Loss (Paperback) by MelLawrenz Paperback, 168 Pages, Published 2020 by Intervarsity Press, United States ISBN-13: 978-0-8308-3760-1, ISBN: 0-8308-3760-4
"Have you, or someone you love, experienced the devastation of a traumatic loss? In this raw, vivid narrative, Pastor Mel Lawrenz chronicles how his family struggled to survive the sudden death of their beloved daughter."
How to Study the Bible A Practical Guide by MelLawrenz Paperback, 148 Pages, Published 2019 by Wordway ISBN-13: 978-0-9974063-4-4, ISBN: 0-9974063-4-8
"To get to the treasure of the Bible, you’ve got to do some digging.All believers are students of the Bible. We can and must develop our skills in digging into the true meaning of Scripture. Then we will get the treasure.In this book you will learn how to… choose which translation(s) you use observe the facts understand the flow of meaning of a biblical book develop your biblical vocabulary study a topic in the Bible study a Bible passag ..."
Spiritual Leadership Today(Reprint) Having Deep Influence in Every Walk of Life by MelLawrenz, Skye Jethani Paperback, 224 Pages, Published 2016 by Zondervan ISBN-13: 978-0-310-52331-4, ISBN: 0-310-52331-1
""If you are in a position of positive influence, if you exercise leadership in any way, your faith in God gives you a power—a hidden power—that will allow you to make an enduring difference in the lives of other people and organizations. But how does that power work?" So says Mel Lawrenz in this fresh look at leadership which offers practical and biblical guidance to believers who want to have a deep influence and who want to know: What ..."
Prayers for Our Lives(1st Edition) 95 Lifelines to God for Everyday Circumstances by Dr MelLawrenz Paperback, 126 Pages, Published 2016 by Wordway ISBN-13: 978-0-9974063-0-6, ISBN: 0-9974063-0-5
"Sometimes we know exactly what to pray, and sometimes it seems hard to find the right words. That is not unusual. That is why Christians have been writing prayers to support each other for centuries, based on the values and the standards we find in Scripture. In Prayers for Our Lives author and pastor Mel Lawrenz offers 95 different prayers to be used in times of distress, on special occasions, and as daily patterns. For instance: Mo ..."
Christmas Joy(3rd Edition) A Devotional by Dr MelLawrenz Paperback, 124 Pages, Published 2014 by Wordway ISBN-13: 978-0-9862454-1-1, ISBN: 0-9862454-1-0
"What can we do to keep the joy in Christmas? The Christmas season can be your time for personal spiritual renewal. A time of joy and celebration. In this daily devotional for the month of December pastor and author Mel Lawrenz provides insight and inspiration that keeps Christ in Christmas. Each daily reading unpacks the meaning of words like joy, peace, Immanuel, shepherd, Magi, Mary, star, flesh, virgin, counselor, prince, manger, and ..."
Life After Grief(1st Edition) How to Survive Loss and Trauma by Daniel Green, MelLawrenz Paperback, 160 Pages, Published 2015 by Wordway ISBN-13: 978-0-9862454-4-2, ISBN: 0-9862454-4-5
"At one time or another we all will all experience loss and grief. It may be the death of someone close, a divorce, the loss of a job, a miscarriage, a chronic illness, an injury, or any number of traumatic events. Life After Grief offers an understanding of the experience of loss and grief, and lays out pathways of healing for those who are hurting, and advice for those trying to help those who mourn. The authors address questions ..."
Spiritual Influence(1st Edition) The Hidden Power Behind Leadership by MelLawrenz, Skye Jethani Hardcover, 224 Pages, Published 2012 by Zondervan ISBN-13: 978-0-310-49270-2, ISBN: 0-310-49270-X
"'If you are in a position of positive influence, if you exercise leadership in any way, your faith in God gives you a power---a hidden power---that will allow you to make an enduring difference in the lives of other people and organizations. But how does that power work?' So says Mel Lawrenz in this fresh look at leadership which offers practical and biblical guidance to believers who want to have a deep influence and who want to know: ..."
"Pastors and church leaders can use the normal activities of church life to touch the innermost lives of their flock, fostering spiritual growth and building up the body of Christ."
Why Do I Feel Like Hiding? How to Overcome Guilt and Shame (Strategic Christian Living) by MelLawrenz, Daniel R. Green Paperback, 123 Pages, Published 1994 by Baker Pub Group ISBN-13: 978-0-8010-3862-4, ISBN: 0-8010-3862-6
"Discover how you can break the bonds of shame and guilt that keep you from enjoying the freedom of living in Christ. The authors show how these powerful emotions subtly manifest themselves in a number of ways. Through the use of illustrative case studies and Bible-based counsel, they guide you toward understanding why you suffer from shame and guilt, and how to receive release from God."
"The authors walk you step-by-step through a biblically based plan for counseling, enabling those in ministry to accomplish more in fewer sessions. Practical insight for both professional and layperson."
"Praise for Whole Church "Mel is a thoughtful analyst of church life today. Best of all—he actually does what he writes about. This book can lead to new levels of engagement for your church." —John Ortberg, author and pastor, Menlo Park Presbyterian Church "Mel Lawrenz's vision of a local church that actually reflects the wholeness and beauty of God as it engages with the Lord, one another, and the community is a much-needed call back to ..."
"Whether it's the death of someone close, divorce, a job layoff, physical illness, a miscarriage, or another traumatic event, here's how to identify signs of grief and trauma and how to provide emergency and follow-up guidance based on biblical principles."
Putting the Pieces Back Together How Real Life and Real Faith Connect by Dr. MelLawrenz Hardcover, 224 Pages, Published 2005 by Zondervan ISBN-13: 978-0-310-25477-5, ISBN: 0-310-25477-9
"With biblical insight, inspiring stories of real people, and thoughtful questions for discussion, this guide takes you on a journey through the major themes of Christian belief as they intersect with real-life issues."
God Keeps Calling Us(1st Edition) A 40-Day Discovery of a Life-Changing Truth by MelLawrenz, Tom Keppeler Paperback, 104 Pages, Published 2017 by Wordway ISBN-13: 978-0-9974063-2-0, ISBN: 0-9974063-2-1
"God Keeps Calling Us: A 40-Day Discovery of a Life-Changing Truth is a daily devotional, going from Genesis to Revelation, exploring how God calls out to us. For personal or group use. It is one thing to say that you believe in God, but another thing to hear God. After we ask, “Is there a God”? the next logical question is: “What does God want?” We also want to know… How can we know the will of God? Does God have a plan for our lives? ..."
Spiritual Leadership Today Having Deep Influence in Every Walk of Life by MelLawrenz 224 Pages, Published 2016 by Zondervan ISBN-13: 978-0-310-53424-2, ISBN: 0-310-53424-0
"There is power in the spiritual influence exercised by a teacher who knows
education is not just information dumping, but life formation. The business leader
who wants the gospel to make a difference in his life and career needs to see that
the way he conducts himself is a message of hope — and in that is real power. A
community leader can get strength from God's commitment to restore human
community — and know the power of that. C ..."
Influencia Espiritual El Poder Secreto Detrás Del Liderazgo by MelLawrenz 240 Pages, Published 2013 by Vida ISBN-13: 978-0-8297-6345-4, ISBN: 0-8297-6345-7
"El poder secreto detrás del liderazgo Mel Lawrenz. La misión de Editorial Vida
es ser la compañía líder en satisfacer las necesidades de las personas con
recursos cuyo contenido glorifique al Señor Jesucristo y promueva principios
bíblicos."
Spiritual Influence The Hidden Power Behind Leadership by MelLawrenz 224 Pages, Published 2012 by Zondervan ISBN-13: 978-0-310-49271-9, ISBN: 0-310-49271-8
"And what does that tell you about the way the mind works? One of the most
powerful influences in our lives is invisible, sometimes very small, often
hypothetical. Ideas. They fill our minds, they motivate our actions. They shape
how we view ..."
I Want To Believe Finding Your Way In An Age Of Many Faiths by MelLawrenz Paperback, Published 2010 by Regal Books / Gospel Light ISBN-13: 978-0-8307-4624-8, ISBN: 0-8307-4624-2
Patterns Ways to Develop a God-Filled Life by MelLawrenz Published 2009 ISBN-13: 978-0-310-86789-0, ISBN: 0-310-86789-4
"Then the book looks at devotion patterns: the acts that draw you closer to God, such as prayer, spiritual reading, and worship."