Dr. Buddy Bell, founder of Ministry of Helps International, combines humor with informative teaching and practical tips to help ushers realize the importance of serving people in the local church with excellence. Ushering in the local church is much more than just shaking hands and passing offering plates. Fulfilling the role as an usher is just as important to the body of Christ as that of a prophet, teacher, or evangelist. Dr. Buddy Bell, founder of Ministry of Helps International, helps readers understand both the biblical and practical aspects of church ushering. Filled with humor and sound, scriptural teaching, this valuable book helps ushers learn to be effective in their ministry. Readers discover the scriptural role of ushering, practical tips on what not to do and what to do in various situations, the responsibilities of the head usher, and more!

What goes on in a baseball player's mind is critical to the outcome of the game. Since most major leaguers are in peak physical condition, the difference between success and failure on the field often depends on a player's mental approach.
Looking at everything from a player's confidence to his leadership skills, instincts, and hunches, "Smart Baseball" uses entertaining anecdotes to get inside the mind of baseball's greats and show fans what goes through a player's head when he steps onto the field.
"Smart Baseball" presents the knowledge and accumulated experience of one of the few three-generation baseball families---the Bells. In addition, this book is full of insights from more than one hundred of Major League Baseball's greatest players---from Willie Mays to Barry Bonds to Ferguson Jenkins.
A fascinating and informative look at what goes on in the psyche of professional baseball players as they play the game, Smart Baseball is a unique chance for baseball fans to see what it takes for ballplayers to succeed at the Major League level.