Overflow finds a clear biblical example of a resource church described in Acts at Antioch, and provides suggestions of lessons we can learn from that church today. Can local churches transform regions? The church described in Acts provides a clear biblical example of a resource church that overflows with the presence and power of God into their region with all the resources God gives. By demonstrating the characteristics, structures and strategies that any community of Christ-followers desiring to reach out beyond themselves can adopt, Matthew Porter shows how we can learn to give away what God gives and be encouraged to make steps to become a church that overflows with the good news of Christ. Overflow is for anyone who wants to see their church have an overflowing impact on their surroundings and who wants to play a part, however big or small, in seeing churches renewed and society transformed. Content Benefits: Birthed out of The Belfrey's call in York to overflow with the presence and power of God into their locality and region with all the resources God gives, Matthew Porter shares stories of what they have been learning and how this may help your church to reach out in mission and see many come to Christ. Explores the role of a resource church - local churches which exist to influence their region by growing and planting on a regular basis Brings theological, biblical and practical perspectives to the new initiative of resource churches which is growing particularly in the Church of England Uncovers the biblical example of resource churches in Antioch, in the book of Acts Provides practical lessons for the church today to become more missional Describes characteristics, structures and strategies that any church community can adopt Questions are included at the end of each chapter, with some for individual application and some to help start activating gifts in others Discover the God of overflow, who invites us to give away what he gives and be encouraged to make steps to become a church of overflow, spilling out with the good news of Christ Explores the 5-fold ministry model: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers Ideal for church leaders, evangelists and church planters in any denomination Suitable for anyone in church with a heart for evangelism Pages - 272 Binding - Paperback Publisher - Authentic Media

What if a monkey were an astronaut? A pirate? How about a cowboy or a queen? Matthew Porter's stylish new alphabet book depicts these delightful creatures in an amusing array of occupations. Written in the style of classic nonsense verse, the zany rhymes accompanying the bold illustrations teach little ones their ABCs while letting them discover unusual professions such as detective, snake charmer, bass player, and ventriloquist. Porter's edgy yet lovable "Monkey World" images, bestsellers in his popular gallery, are collected here for the first time.

Following "ABC" and "Count the Birdies, " "Flowers" is the third board book by Matthew Porter, an artist from Seattle with a growing national following. The book, featuring gorgeous flowers in Porter's signature style of funky acrylic and ink paintings on wood, teaches little ones their colors. Unique, vintage, and timeless, the bright colors are sure to make it a favorite of babies and toddlers (and their parents, too).

What if monkeys were astronauts, pirates, cowboys and queens? 'Monkey World ABC' is a zany alphabet book complimented by Matthew Porter's bold illustrations.

An accessible introduction to the Christian faith which helps readers to grow in their relationship with God. How do I live out my Christian faith? A-Z of Discipleship is an accessible introduction to the understanding and practice of the Christian faith. It presents twenty-six aspects of discipleship to help you grow in your relationship with God, connect with church and live as a follower of Christ in contemporary culture. Each topic has: a few pages of introduction and insight an action section for reflection and application a prayer to help put the action point into practice extensive references to allow further study Content Benefits: A-Z of Discipleship is an accessible look through 26 aspects of the Christian life that will help people to grow closer in their walk with God. 26 aspects of discipleship are explored Topics include the Bible, church, the Holy Spirit, prayer and worship Simple enough for anyone new to the faith to understand but has enough depth to help and refresh all believers desiring to deepen their Christian life Extensive references are included at the end of the book if the reader wants to study any subject in more detail Each chapter has teaching around the topic, an action section for reflecting and thinking deeper, and a prayer prompt to put the lessons learnt into practice Enables a deeper understanding of different ways to live out your faith Nurtures a worshipful life and closer relationship with God Ideal resource to help new Christians gain a solid foundation in their faith Helps anyone who struggles with the spiritual disciplines and is looking for guidance or help Action sections help put theory into practice Perfect for new Christians Ideal for discipleship courses Ideal for anyone wanting to deepen their Christian life Suitable for confirmation or baptism gifts Perfect for taking the next steps after completing an Alpha course Binding - Paperback Pages - 192 Publisher - Authentic Media

"I was inspired by the way a car can steal the show. Think of iconic car chases in films-it's often about spectacle, and has little to do with advancing a narrative. And that's the way I think of these cars, as dead-end technologies, but also as high-performance machines which, for their audience, sought to reflect the spirit and attitudes of their time." -Matthew Porter Matthew Porter presents a portfolio of twenty-five images of old-school cars, captured in midair as they careen over city streets and highway intersections. Each photograph is a freeze-frame-a hypothetical film still from a pulp-fiction chase scene. The series seems, on one hand, to distill the essence of muscle-car Americana, a pop-cultural semaphore for the high-testosterone male persona. And yet, on the other, the subject-the "all-American" muscle car as antihero-is caught in an eternal state of suspended animation, while the various elements of the landscape in the background organize themselves around the edges of the frame. The resulting pictures are a hybrid of hyperreality and studied, topographic description, part bittersweet nostalgia and part ironic reinvention of a classic American trope. Rachel Kushner contributes an original piece of writing that riffs on the aesthetic and aspirational nature of the American car.

An accessible and practical introduction to prayer which encourages readers to grow in their relationship with God. How do I pray? A-Z of Prayer is an accessible introduction that gives practical guidance on how to develop a meaningful prayer life. It presents twenty-six aspects of prayer to help you grow in your relationship with God, explore new devotional styles and deepen your daily conversations with God. Each topic has: a few pages of introduction and insight an action section for reflection and application a prayer to help put the action point into practice extensive references to allow further study Content Benefits: A-Z of Prayer is an accessible look through 26 aspects of prayer that will help people to grow deeper in their communication with God. 26 aspects of prayer are explored Praying styles include adoration, belief, devotion, gratitude and intercession Simple enough for anyone new to the faith to understand but has enough depth to help and refresh all believers desiring to deepen their prayer life Extensive references are included at the end of the book if the reader wants to study any subject in more detail Each chapter has teaching around the topic, an action section for reflecting and thinking deeper, and a prayer prompt to put the lessons learnt into practice Enables a deeper understanding of different ways to pray Nurtures a prayerful life and closer relationship with God Ideal resource to help new Christians gain a solid foundation in prayer Helps anyone who struggles with prayer and is looking for guidance or help Action sections help put theory into practice Perfect for new Christians Ideal for discipleship courses Ideal for anyone wanting to deepen their prayer life Suitable for confirmation or baptism gifts Perfect for taking the next steps after completing an Alpha course Binding - Paperback Pages - 224 Publisher - Authentic Media