In recent years, I have developed great admiration for megachurch pastor Andy Stanley as I have heard him speak and read some of his writing. He is an effective preacher, a practical leader, a transparent believer and a lifelong learner. We might disagree on some fine points of theology, but I have learned a lot from him. Stanley is much more open to women in leadership than most people realize. It will come as a surprise to many that women serve in practically every role at North Point Church. He also acknowledges that women serve as pastors (although not at North Point), and he includes them in his comments in this book. Therefore, I have found myself recommending his new book Deep and Wide to a number of people. The subtitle of this new book is “creating churches unchurched people love to attend.” It is that and more—personal testimony, preaching insights, practical guidelines about discipleship, and a kick in the pants to do somethi...
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