Making Peace with Fire prepares you to confidently navigate conflicts with family, friends, coworkers, neighbours, and other communities. Making peace with fire doesn't mean resigning yourself to costly conflicts - it means transforming them to lead to stronger relationships.

Making Peace with Fire will sharpen your leadership skills as you learn from proven principles, case studies, and practical tools. You can build - or save - the relationships that give your life meaning.

This book will help you to understand, appreciate, and deal with conflicts in positive ways. It gives proven practices for trusting another person, actively listening, and creatively engaging. To speak to the heart and bring transformation on a deeper level, this book also features stories relevant to African communities. As a result, individuals will be able to transform conflicts into opportunities for growth.

• Transform your conflicts into opportunities.
• Instead of fighting with each other, learn how to fight for your church, family, or community.
• Learn how to work through conflicts and make them work for you.

-- (1/17/2024 12:00:00 AM)

Dr. John Jusu, Africa Study Bible Supervising Editor, was born in Sierra Leone. He earned his Master's degree in Christian Education, Master of Philosophy degree and PhD in Education. He has served as Dean of the School of Education, Arts and Social Sciences and teaches in the Educational Studies Department at Africa International University in Kenya. John also works with Overseas Council as the Regional Director for Africa. He and his wife, Tity, have three children in addition to 24 children rescued from distressed situations for whom they offer full time care.

For 36 years, Rev Dr Richard J. Gehman served in Kenya with the Africa Inland Church as missionaries of the Africa Inland Mission. He received his MA from Wheaton College, the Master of Divinity from Gordon Divinity School, and his Doctor of Missiology from Fuller Theological Seminary.

He taught at Scott Theological College, Kenya, and was Principal for eight years. He was the Coordinator for the Theological Advisory Group (TAG), a research and renewal group of the Africa Inland Church, Kenya; the Director of the Institute for Church Renewal; and the editor of the Africa Journal of Evangelical Theology (AJET) for eight years.

He is the author of several books including, Doing African Christian Theology in Biblical Perspective, Learning to Lead, The Making of a Christian Leader in Africa, and Passing it On: Lessons Learned in Life.

In 2002 he and his wife, Florence, retired in Central Florida, USA. They have two children and nine grandchildren.

Throughout the Bible, God has used African people and places to tell his incredible story. The daughter of Pharaoh, Phinehas the high priest, Simeon called Niger, Libya, Cush... the list goes on! Many Africans played a crucial role in God's plans, and the African continent has received many of God's incredible promises. From A to Z, God cares about Africa!

The Pre-Marriage Counselling Handbook with Master Outlines was written specifically for the African context on how to build a successful marriage. Covering topics such as:

• Getting to know your spouse
• Communication skills and conflict resolution
• Marriage vows
• What the Bible says about sex
• In-law relationships
• Financial home management
• Preparing a godly home for children
• Building a biblical foundation

Designed as a seminar-in-a-book, A Pre-Marriage Counselling Handbook equips pastors and counselors to teach biblical premarriage classes and seminars. Sold as a two-volume set with handout masters allows teacher to copy class worksheets.

Dr. John Jusu, Africa Study Bible Supervising Editor, was born in Sierra Leone. He earned his Master's degree in Christian Education, Master of Philosophy degree and PhD in Education. He has served as Dean of the School of Education, Arts and Social Sciences and teaches in the Educational Studies Department at Africa International University in Kenya. John also works with Overseas Council as the Regional Director for Africa. He and his wife, Tity, have three children in addition to 24 children rescued from distressed situations for whom they offer full time care.

Do you have ideas for how to change your community, church, or nation-but feel powerless to make them happen? Do you struggle with trying to respect the authority of your leaders but yearning for them to see your vision? You can be a leader now. No matter how young you are, you can be a leader. Even if you have no official position, no one under your authority, and no title, you can be a leader. How? The secret is influence. This book tells you how you can influence others to take action and start change, just as young men and women in the Bible did. Suddenly, others will begin to follow you. Soon enough, you will be leading transformation in your community, church, or nation.-- (6/4/2024 12:00:00 AM)

A pastor with tears in his eyes told me that his daughter had been sexually abused. He and his family were getting little support from the church, the community, and especially from the police.We are still pursuing, he said.This heartbreaking story is all too common. A Kenyan study found that 15.6% of girls and 6.4% of boys experience sexual violence.Phil Morrison's doctoral research in churches across Kenya found widespread sexual abuse of children. Yet almost nothing was being done about it. As Christians, we can do better! We can change that story. Using this book, protect your family. Prevent abuse in your NGO. Shield children at your church. Discover practical principles to prevent abuse. Learn what to doin case abuse is reported. Find out what the Bible and contemporary case studies can teach us about abuse. Dive into tough and often misunderstood topics, such as cultural risk factors, forgiveness, discipline, and justice.Together we can dry tears and keep children safe and smiling.

Seeking to evaluate African traditional religions from a biblical perspective, this book is a must have for lay persons, pastors, and Bible students alike. With great knowledge of both African traditional religions and the Bible, Dr Gehman explores the issues of the supreme being, divinities, ancestral spirits, witchcraft, and sorcery in the light of God's Word. This abridged version of African Traditional Religion in Biblical Perspective is for anyone struggling with knowing the truth and error of African traditional religions.

Hilda's family didn't know she had muscular dystrophy. They just knew their preschooler was losing her ability to walk. But they were determined to find a cure.

Being disabled in Cameroon meant not only obstacles to transport, but visits to diviners and evangelists, threats of sexual assault, discrimination, and a crisis of faith. Despite the hardship Hilda has faced, her family's unwavering support and God's unwavering grace have helped her persevere to become a national broadcaster. Her inspiring triumph over adversity will give you hope, no matter how dark your trials. Walk a mile in Hilda's shoes and learn how:

• She lost her mobility and found her purpose.
• A gutsy girl broke the glass ceiling of disability.
• People saw her broken body, but God saw a worthy vessel.
• She and her family searched for healing, but God had other plans.
• She didn't need to stand to be outstanding.
• God was on the move when she was stuck.
• Her hope overcame hardship.

The Girl with Special Shoes is the witty and heartfelt story of a family's sacrificial love and a God who refashions pain into purpose.

If you're a disciple of Jesus, he's told you to go and make disciples of all nations. This is a commission, not just a suggestion! But disciple-making is often easier said than done.

For African countries, discipleship is an especially pressing concern. Widespread evangelism has led to the incredible growth of Christianity. But evangelism is only the beginning of the disciple-making process. In The Discipler's Toolkit, Mutuku and Olander take you on a step-by-step journey from evangelism onwards, walking you through the disciple-making tactics of Jesus himself.

In this book, you will learn how to:

• Enrich your evangelism efforts.
• Follow up with new believers.
• Equip disciples for ministry.
• Get disciples involved in the mission field.
• Leave a legacy of lasting spiritual change in the lives of those around you.
  
  Whether you make disciples at a congregational, small group, or individual level, The Discipler's Toolkit will answer your questions and give you wise practical advice. As you read and apply its teachings, God's Kingdom will advance throughout the world and souls will become safe in heaven for ever.

Dave Bremner is a South African missionary and has served with SIM (www.sim.org) since 1990. He and his wife Nikki started mission service as pioneer rural church-planters. Dave used his profession as a veterinarian to serve and engage the interior communities of Paraguay with Gospel witness in a practical expression of love, care and faith. Dave served as the Director of the SIM work in Paraguay and then was asked to join the International Leadership Team of SIM in 2006 as a Deputy International Director with specific oversight of the mission's work in East and Southern Africa. In 2014 he designed and launched a leader development initiative at the request of the International Director of SIM to further equip the senior leadership of the SIM countries around the world. The concepts expressed in this book come from Dave's personal studies of Biblical leadership and the commission by the International Director, Dr. Joshua Bogunjoko, to frame leadership in SIM on the basis of shepherds, servants and stewards.

Marriage is a beautiful gift from God. It's also a terrifying life transition. Finances, in-laws, sex, roles... There's certainly a lot to think about! When couples are approaching their wedding, it's easy to feel overwhelmed.

But luckily, you don't have to do it alone. In Getting Married: Building Your Marriage Before It Begins, Dr Chao Tsuma Wanje and James Wanje share their over 10 years of experience in preparing couples for marriage.

Written as a friendly and light-hearted conversation, this book is perfect for you and your fiancé(e) to read and discuss together. Dr Chao and James combine timeless wisdom and practical examples to help couples build their new life together. Each chapter includes several helpful discussion questions to help couples apply the book's teachings to their own lives. As you work through them at your own pace, you'll learn how to become one.

Getting Married will help you prepare for a lifetime-long healthy relationship. If you're engaged, this book may change your life. After all, investing in your marriage before it starts is well worth it.

Dr. John Jusu, Africa Study Bible Supervising Editor, was born in Sierra Leone. He earned his Master's degree in Christian Education, Master of Philosophy degree and PhD in Education. He has served as Dean of the School of Education, Arts and Social Sciences and teaches in the Educational Studies Department at Africa International University in Kenya. John also works with Overseas Council as the Regional Director for Africa. He and his wife, Tity, have three children in addition to 24 children rescued from distressed situations for whom they offer full time care.

The powerful sword of the Spirit is God's Word - all Christians should learn to handle it well! Book by book and genre by genre, this handbook teaches you how to interpret the Bible. The Essential Guide to the Bible and Christianity features practical takeaways and a comprehensive overview from the creation story to the glorious return of Jesus Christ at the end of time.

Its clear explanations help you understand the theological foundations of Christianity as well as key teachings relevant to your life and ministry, including:

• Salvation and atonement
• The Trinity
• Angels, Satan, the supernatural, and spirits
• Christ's second coming
• The Great Commission
• Africa's key role in church history
• Practices of Christian life and worship
• Community values from Africa and the Bible
• and more!
  
  Rich wisdom from over 70 pastors and theologians from every corner of Africa is distilled in this treasure trove for Bible school students, pastors, lay leaders, and curious Christ-followers. Deepen your faith, be refreshed by a balanced perspective on the essentials, and be equipped to lead others to the truth.
  
  
  Authors: John Jusu & Matthew Elliott

Rev Dr Emmanuel Kwasi Amoafo is passionate about the life-transforming gospel of Jesus Christ, Christian discipleship, and Christian spiritual formation. Originally from Ghana, he has served in the Anglican Church of Kenya for over 20 years.

He has trained pastors across mainline and charismatic churches. He has been involved in leadership roles with para-church ministries that include Life Challenge Africa, the Navigators, and the Renew Conference in Kenya for missionaries in East Africa. He has ministered in churches that include Deliverance Church, the Kenya Assemblies of God, and Christ Is The Answer Ministries. He is currently leading an interdenominational church plant to an unreached group in Nairobi.

Dr Amoafo co-authored Light For Our Path: A Guide to the Lectionary for Preachers in Africa and has written many book chapters and articles. He was featured in a New York Times article and interviewed by the BBC radio during his time as Vice President of Ghana Homes Inc. in the U.S.

He holds degrees in Bible and Theology, as well as Biblical Studies from Global University, and a PhD in Theological Studies from Pan Africa Theological Seminary.

He has been a lecturer at Carlile School of Theology, where he was also the Director of Student Affairs. He is currently with the Theology departments of Global University and St. Paul's University.

He is married to Dr. Esther Nkrumah, and they have five young adult children.

Cedric Kanana is a joyful evangelist and priest in the Anglican Church of Rwanda, where he is chaplain at Kigali prison and director of the Father's Union. For the last ten years, Cedric Kanana has preached at university missions and evangelistic conferences all over East Africa. He often preaches to over 100,000 people a year at large crusade events in Rwanda, South Sudan, Kenya, Cameroon, Zambia, Angola, Uganda, South Africa, and Congo. He has been a featured guest on Rwandan radio and television in a series of highly rated debates with atheists which have led to the conversion of several prominent Muslim sheikhs. He is also a speaker with the GoodWORD Partnership, RZIM in South Africa, and Africa Evangelistic Enterprise (AEE), and maintains connections with the Barnabas Fund.

He is ordained in the Anglican Church of Rwanda and is connected to Anglican church leaders across East Africa. He holds a BA and MA in Theology from Uganda Christian University and is working on a PhD from South African Theological Seminary.

The co-author, Benjamin Fischer, is the rector of Christ the Redeemer in Nampa, Idaho, and Associate Professor of Literature at Northwest Nazarene University. He holds a PhD and MA in Language and Literature from the University of Notre Dame, and an MA in Church History from Emory University. He has been the editor of a scholarly journal, Nineteenth-Century Contexts, and has written numerous articles on mission in colonial and post-colonial contexts. He is ordained in the Anglican Church of Rwanda.

The coauthors have founded a university ministry with chapters at all the Rwandan universities as well as several branches in Uganda.

Philip E. Morrison moved to Kenya 25 years ago. As a lecturer at Moffat Bible College, he became passionate about equipping under-resourced pastors who are responsible for multiple congregations. As a result, he founded The Multi-Church Pastor Institute to mentor and train these pastors. He is pursuing a Doctor of Ministry from Africa International University and currently serves with Africa Inland Mission as a Theological Education Consultant. He is the author of five other books, including The Multi-Church Pastor, Questions Pastors Ask, and Conflict Resolution in the Church. Philip Morrison is a member of the Africa Inland Church in Kenya.

Hankuri Tawus Gaya is passionate about raising up young godly leaders. For nine years he has served with the Nigeria International Fellowship of Evangelical Students, currently working as an area director. He holds an MDIV from the Theological College of Northern Nigeria and is the author of several other articles and booklets. He is married to his wife Faith and has two daughters. Hankuri Tawus Gaya is a member of Church of Christ In Nations.

Bestseller When Helping Hurts has changed the way thousands of church and ministry leaders approach poverty. Designed to equip you to begin effectively helping low-income people, When Helping Hurts articulates a biblical framework for poverty alleviation. Learn how to walk with the materially poor in humble relationships instead of just providing them temporary handouts. Now adapted specifically for African contexts, Helping without Hurting in Africa is a 400-page manual to guide the pastor and lay working alike to meaningful ministry. Helping Without Hurting in Africa is designed to inspire churches, pastors, community leaders, missionaries, development workers, NGOs, government institutions, and donors to foster transformation in their communities. This training teaches a holistic approach, explaining how to preach the gospel through word and deed. It aims at changing people's mind-set and helping them apply biblical principles to care wisely and compassionately for poor people without unintentionally hurting them. Most Christians have a heart for poor people, but this training seeks to help Christians also have a mind for poor people.

Dr Joseph William Black is a theologian and church historian who has been training leaders for African churches since 2000. His passion for stewardship came from serving the churches of Ethiopia and Kenya, including pastoring the largest English-language church in Ethiopia. He brings a unique biblical and historical perspective to the subject, with a BA from Duke University, an MDiv from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, and a PhD in history from the University of Cambridge. He has served as a lecturer and the Deputy Dean of the Makarios III Patriarchal Orthodox Seminary in Nairobi and is currently a Senior Lecturer at St Paul's University in Theology and History. He lives, teaches, and preaches from Nairobi, Kenya.