Book description
How can we preach persuasively without huckstering, manipulating, or coercing people? Sadly, we are seeing the fall of many pastors not for reasons of sexual immorality, but the pursuit of pride and power. The skillful use of marketing methods creates celebrity pastors who become significant influencers in the evangelical church. The lure of success is seductive, turning pastors into hucksters and Christians into consumers. We need to heed the warnings of the New Testament about the pride of rhetoric and the pursuit of power. David Christensen carefully analyzes the biblical warnings of Paul about the temptations of rhetorical sophistry in the first-century church and applies them to pastoral ministry today. God calls preachers to be ethical and effective persuaders. David develops an ethical grid for pastoral persuasion using principles drawn from the Bible and social science along with practical illustrations from his years of ministry. He calls preachers to be ethical and effective persuaders by emphasizing the centrality of the word of God while depending on the power of the Spirit of God.
Bae
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Force
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Heaven Sent
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Midas
I'm hooked on this app's curated content β it's like having a personal librarian. This app's support for various formats has made my audiobook collection even more diverse and exciting. Good for background listening. I didnβt get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narratorβs voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy.
Whip Chu
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DreamDiver
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Master Jetson
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Ladybird
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Old Regret
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Kamikaze Granny
Audiobook joy made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fun and interactive way to bond over stories. With ListenBook Pro, long audiobooks are no problem. I love it!
Mr. Lucky
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Danger Menace
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King Bass
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InsightfulInk
Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. I love the ability to share my progress with friends. Itβs a fun feature.
Dez North
ListenBook's chapters, controls, and filters have transformed my listening sessions into immersive journeys. ListenBook's absence of synchronization requirements adds to its convenience and flexibility. Bravo to the creators of this app β they've truly captured the essence of convenient audiobook enjoyment. The smooth playback and thoughtful design have won me over. ππ
Mr. Gadget
I love that ListenBook supports a wide range of formats, making my library diverse. The ability to download audio directly within the app is a lifesaver. ListenBook is incredibly convenient.
Stealth
I'm amazed by ListenBook's versatility in handling different formats β it truly supports all my audio needs. Navigating chapters and genres is a breeze with this app's functionality. With support for various formats, I can finally listen to my diverse audiobook collection.
Sly Silvermoon
ListenBook has enriched my life with a diverse range of content, all at my fingertips. With this app, audiobook listening has become a seamless and enjoyable part of my everyday life. π Finding the perfect audiobook is a breeze with this app's robust search and recommendation features. My reading list has never been better! ππ« ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations.
Tweety Bun Bun
This app's convenience has turned my exercise sessions into enlightening moments. With this app, reading is no longer a luxury β it's a convenient habit. Tone adjustment adds a personalized touch to the narration, making the audiobook experience even more immersive. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Fatsy Bear
I'm hooked on this app β it's like Netflix for book lovers! ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience