Coming Up Trumps!
Four Ways into the Future
by Peter Brierley
GoodBookStall Review:
If your church needs a change of direction but you are not sure how to go about it then this book is for you, card player or not. Peter Brierley’s prioritising of strategic thinking and vision as crucial to the growth of the church is grounded in statistical evidence but don’t be put off if this is too mathematical for you. I perused these parts slowly to try to take in the details but Peter also gives many illustrations from a wide range of situations which make the text very readable. His ideas are peppered with scripture references to support the use of the strategies and bring a challenge. Even if you are the kind of person who is not motivated by goals and targets there are fresh insights into the world of achievement which will encourage you to find your own ideas.
Not only does this book address church situations and the need to be clear about our role and direction in the twenty-first century, but there are principles which can be applied to our individual lives if we are to make the most of the time and talents available to us.
Reviewer: Anne Smith (30/09/08)
If your church needs a change of direction but you are not sure how to go about it then this book is for you, card player or not. Peter Brierley’s prioritising of strategic thinking and vision as crucial to the growth of the church is grounded in statistical evidence but don’t be put off if this is too mathematical for you. I perused these parts slowly to try to take in the details but Peter also gives many illustrations from a wide range of situations which make the text very readable. His ideas are peppered with scripture references to support the use of the strategies and bring a challenge. Even if you are the kind of person who is not motivated by goals and targets there are fresh insights into the world of achievement which will encourage you to find your own ideas.
Not only does this book address church situations and the need to be clear about our role and direction in the twenty-first century, but there are principles which can be applied to our individual lives if we are to make the most of the time and talents available to us.
Reviewer: Anne Smith (30/09/08)
