"I have never read any of Stan's books without being able to say, 'I read Toler today for my daily faith lift.'" -Dr. Alton Loveless, former president/CEO of Randall House Publications Sometimes life takes a swing at you when you're already down. Maybe you lose a loved one unexpectedly. Or your career takes a turn you neither expected nor wanted. Or you find yourself stuck in the slumps, feeling blue without knowing why. For those days that seem as though it's you against the world, bestselling author Stan Toler presents you with a playbook for staying in the game. During difficult moments, this book will help you press on to victory as you learn to... conquer the challenges life throws your way overcome spiritual setbacks that may be hindering your growth strengthen your confidence that God will carry you through your tough times Let Stan share some biblical wisdom and Christlike encouragement with you as he offers gentle reminders that even when the buzzards are circling, God isn't finished with you yet!

Today pastors and church leaders have an unparalleled opportunity to shape a biblical vision for Kingdom giving. Based on the foundational premise that stewardship is the management of time, talents, and treasure, authors Stan Toler and Elmer Towns set forth a vision for pastors and church leaders to shape the thinking in the pews. Developing a Giving Church provides guidance for shaping a giving environment, suggestions for developing committed steward leaders, and counsel on biblical strategies. This vital stewardship resource merges insightful principles with proven methods for creating a climate for giving through stewardship education.

Ever wonder how a restaurant or hotel earns a five-star rating? Is it the people? The location? The service? In most cases, it is all of this and more. Why should your church be any different? The Five Star Church reveals how you can pursue Christian excellence and uphold the Lord's command to "honor one another above yourselves" (Romans 12:10). It contains tips, tools, and the inspiration you need to build a top-quality church that people will flock to and participate in. No matter how small your ministry or budget, God can use your church effectively to make everyone there feel welcome and cared for--the marks of a five-star church!

"A must-read book for twenty-first-century leaders who want to lead with both soul and talent." -Jerry Colangelo, Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer If you're one of the many leaders who struggle with insecurity, it may be because you are either unrecognized, untested, or untrained. Though you haven't yet had the chance to prove yourself, your heart for people and your love for inspiring them set you apart as a natural leader just waiting for the opportunity to succeed. In The Exceptional Leader, bestselling author and leadership coach Stan Toler shares an illuminating leadership parable that will build your confidence in your ability to lead. This book will teach you proven principles of leadership and help you refine your skills and intuition for effectively directing, delegating, and encouraging. No matter your level of experience, The Exceptional Leader will prepare you to become the best you can be wherever you lead.

Personal. Practical. Relational.The Pastor's Funeral Planner provides busy pastors with fresh insights on conducting funerals. It includes funeral messages, customs, etiquette, eulogies, and order of services. The messages cover a wide range of topics; there are messages for crisis situations, public servants, and different age groups. Practical lists are also included, such as graveside service checklists, committals, illustrations, and poetic readings. This planner goes beyond the typical guide to funerals; it provides how to minister to those who are grieving by teaching how to give resources to grieving families, send correspondence, and how to continue outreach.

Leading a Sunday School class isn't easy. Sunday School teachers stay up late on Saturday nights preparing lessons, show up early at church every Sunday without fail, and often spend a large portion of their lesson focusing children's attention or mediating adult discussions. It's a commitment that requires dedication, sacrifice, and patience, but they faithfully serve every week because they know the eternal impact of their labors. Introducing a friend to the love of Christ, helping teenagers improve their self-worth, instilling biblical truth and God's love in the hearts and minds of little children-this is why they serve. Devotions for Sunday School Teachers 2 is a collection of short devotionals designed to challenge, uplift, and inspire Sunday School teachers and small-group leaders. Authors Stan Toler, John Baldwin, and David Graves use their varied Sunday School experiences to share words of comfort and offer guidance, insight, and even a little humor in order to help teachers renew their commitment to serve and rediscover the joys of teaching the children of God. Devotions for Sunday School Teachers and Devotions for Sunday School Teachers 2 are perfect for gift-giving and offer teachers opportunities to read, meditate, and pray for a short time on Sunday morning before class starts or use the included Scriptures and stories to supplement their own lessons.

Great leaders don't develop overnight. Becoming great requires the guidance, support, and wisdom of others who model outstanding leadership behavior. Christian leaders need individuals they can respect and imitate which can be hard to find in a world where being successful doesn't always mean commanding with character. David, the great king of Israel and major writer of the Psalms, is one of the greatest leaders in history. His writings offer us a window into this heart-the heart of a shepherd, a king, and most of all God's servant. In Maximum Integrity, Stan Toler and Jerry Brecheisen look at several of the psalms especially suited for the moods and needs of leaders and share insights born from the times when, during their own life journeys, they paused and allowed themselves to be changed by the words of King David. Using David's life as a model--including his leadership techniques and personal triumphs and failures--Toler and Brecheisen offer Christian principles and strategies for leaders to meditate on and live by. Maximum Integrity provides leaders with practical ways to apply the teachings of the ancient psalms to their lives today and encourages them to remember to trust God to help direct and care for them--no matter what the situation may be.

Have you ever felt like you were the only one in the crowd who didn't get the joke? The joke was told with great delivery...but the punch line just flew over your head? The Christian life can be a lot like that. We're told that God has a great sense of humor, but sometimes His irony leaves us gasping instead of giggling. In his new book, I Love God's Sense of Humor; I Just Wish He'd Let Me in on the Joke, Stan Toler addresses the awkward moments of life and the silence that fills the air after trouble or tragedy has occurred. With humor and insight, Toler revisits the lives of biblical heroes who struggled to find the humor in horrifying situations yet found the courage and faith to overcome the obstacles in their lives. He helps you learn to deal with some of life's most pressing problems--while still managing to keep a smile on your face. I Love God's Sense of Humor ...will remind you that you don't necessarily need a great sense of humor to get God's punch lines. You just need a great sense of faith--the ability to see that God will get you to Jerusalem even if you have to go through Cleveland to get there. In I Love God's Sense of Humor ...you'll learn to overcome: Obstacles Disappointment Temptation Anger Fear Inadequacy Doubt Hopelessness Failure Loneliness

No Matter What Happens, Attitude Is a Choice As much as you try, sometimes you just can't change your circumstances-and never the actions of others. But you do have the power to choose how your attitude affects your outlook on your day and those you influence in your life. Join bestselling author Stan Toler as he shares the what, why, and how behind the transformation you desire. With this book, you'll... release the thoughts and habits that keep you from experiencing joy on a daily basis learn the seven choices you can make to get out of a rut and into greater success implement a plan to improve your outlook in three vital areas and conquer negativity After having lost his father in an industrial accident as a boy, Toler knows about coping with unexpected tragedies and harsh realities. He will gently guide you through the internal processes that can positively change any life-including yours.

Relationships are to life as orange traffic cones are to driving. Both can be very frustrating. But, they both guide, protect, and enhance life's journey . . . so you might as well learn to navigate them.In If Only I Could Relate to the People I'm Related To, Toler weaves wit with wisdom to offer dynamic tools for understanding and growing in your relationships. By combining solid biblical principles with his own experiences, he breaks down the five social areas of relationships--lifestyle, family, support, development, online--and shows you how you can improve and find fulfillment in your relationships with God, your family, your friends, and your peers.

Effective pastoring takes planning, preparation and people--just as effective coaching does. The vitality of any winning team depends on the practice and participation of its members, whether the team takes a field for physical competition or a ministry team seeks success inside the church or in the community.Leader-Coach presents the fundamentals of the game plan for pastors hoping to involve the whole congregation in various church ministries. The team concept is the foundational strategy for effective ministry in a local church. This book shares information that will help you get your congregation energized for active ministry, and you will learn the ministry-action-team philosophy that will revolutionize your local church. Learn to see yourself not only as a player but also as a coach who could bring out the gifts in their teammates.

Be Refreshed...Any Minute of Your Day Whether you pick up this book first thing in the morning or when you're winding down at bedtime, you'll be inspired and encouraged over and over again! Bestselling author Stan Toler and his wife, Linda, share thought-provoking quotes and beautiful words of hope within these pages. Each chapter will draw your attention to a single attribute every godly woman wants to cultivate in her life, such as patience, wisdom, persistence, courage, and gratitude. Bite-size portions of inspiration make this the perfect devotional for, well, anytime-especially those days when you feel like you can never get ahead. Recharge in the middle of a hectic schedule or end your day with a much-needed reminder that God has every aspect of your life under control.

Cada Uno Discipula Uno es un desafo a asumir, una de las tareas ms significativas de su ministerio personal: el discipulado. Los nuevos creyentes necesitan direccin para crecer a la medida completa del amor y carcter de Cristo. Escrito por los autores de Cada Uno Gana Uno, un manual para el evangelismo personal efectivo, Cada Uno Discipula Uno es una estrategia bien diseada que le ayudar con eficacia a dirigir a los nuevos creyentes a una relacin apasionada y madura con Cristo. El libro est dividido en tres secciones: La seccin uno es para el nuevo discpulo. Contiene ocho disciplinas que todo seguidor de Jesucristo debe practicar. Esta seccin puede ser utilizada por el discipulador para ensear una clase, ensear en forma personal uno a uno, o como el currculo para un grupo de estudio pequeo. La seccin dos es un desafo a convertirse en discipulador. Le dar la visin, estrategia y mtodos para ayudar a otros a crecer en la fe, incluyendo su bsqueda de la santidad. Cada captulo incluye principios efectivos para guiar a los nuevos cristianos. Como discipulador aprender a ensear a otros a ser "discipuladores," cmo desarrollar discpulos con una visin de alcance a los perdidos y de plantacin de iglesias. La tercera seccin es una "caja" de herramientas para el discipulador. Incluye guas de estudio para las lecciones, materiales prcticos para individuos o grupos y recursos para nuevos cristianos. Tambin incluye estrategias para la plantacin y el crecimiento de iglesias.

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