100 FREE Copies "Transforming Church In Rural America"

Posted by Scott Williams
127 Comments
May 6, 2010
Books | The Church

transformI remember the old days of growing up in Rural America, we called it “The Country.”  That might be a shock to many of you, but I have not been a city slicker all of my life.  I distinctly remember attending church in Rural America.  I don’t have these memories of being a child that was in awe of my church experience, as a matter of fact it was quite opposite.  I grew up believing that church in Rural America operated a certain way and that way was definitely different than church in the Big City.  It wasn’t a matter of thinking negative about church in Rural America, those were just the rules that my experiences and society had set.

My friend Shannon O’Dell breaks all of the rules about church in Rural America.  Shannon and his wife Cindy left my hometown of Oklahoma City and their church of 4k to accept a calling to Rural Arkansas to a town with a population of 88.  That’s what you call faith and obedience.  That’s also called breaking the rules.

Shannon decided to write a book to share his experiences and vision, the book’s title is quite fitting “Transforming Church in Rural America: Breaking All The Rurals.”  In Transforming Church in Rural America, Pastor Shannon O’Dell shares a powerful vision of relevance, possibility, and excellence for these small churches, or for any ministry that is stuck in a “rural state of mind.” The book reveals:

  • How to generate growth through transformed lives
  • ways to create active evangelism in your community
  • no-cost solutions for staffing challenges, enhancing the worship experience, and inspiring volunteers

Focusing on vision, attitude, leadership, and innovation, you can learn the practical strategies and biblical guidance that helped to grow a church of 31 into a multi-campus church of several thousand, with a national and global outreach. Discover effective structure and ways to cast God-given vision so others can follow and make an impact. Experience the blueprint for transforming into effective, dynamic, and thriving churches – no matter where the location or how small it may be.  As someone who is on staff at LifeChurch.tv (The Most Innovative Church In America), I say Shannon’s insights and innovations are valuable for all ministry leaders.

I am breaking some Rules by giving away 100 Copies of Transforming Church In Rural America.  Here is how you get your free copy, it’s as easy as 1-2-3.

  1. Leave a comment below in the comment section, stating that you would like a copy of this book in your own words of course.  Feel free to share why you would like to receive a copy.
  2. Re-Tweet my tweet about winning a copy, or simply copy and paste this tweet info. to your Facebook status if your aren’t on Twitter.  If you don’t have Twitter or Facebook, simply leave a comment an we will pray for you to move into the new media generation.  :-)  Seriously leave a comment and let me know that you don’t have  either Facebook or Twitter.  Here is the tweet or you can simply find @scottwilliams  on twitter and re-tweet. || Giving away 100 FREE Copies of @shannonodell’s new book, Transforming Church In Rural America here: http://bit.ly/rurals
  3. Click this link and fill in your information, so New Leaf Publishing Group can promptly get your FREE copy in the mail.

The 1st 50 People to do steps 1-2-3 will receive a copy, the 2nd 50 will be randomly selected from those who complete steps 1-2-3 by 11:59 pm central time 5/6/10.  Good luck and share this info. with your friends.  Ready, Set, Go!

  • cjhennessey

    Having grown up in the country, I would love to read Shannon O’Dell’s new book on the Rural Church in American. The local church is the hope to change the world, but it doesn’t get more “local” then a town of 1,000.

  • Steven H

    I would love to have a copy of this book, the local church is where the work is done. Having family in a rural church I will be sure to share this with them too!

  • http://bethedomino.wordpress.com whittmadden

    It sounds like a really interesting book!

  • Seth

    Would love a copy of this book as I grew up in rural America. Looking at ways a church can break down barriers and let God use even the smallest church is great.

  • http://pastoralaesthetic.blogspot.com ChrisAgne

    I would love a free copy of this book. I am a rural pastor, and am always looking for ways to transform my community and further Christ’s kingdom. Plus, “free” fits into my congregation’s limited budget.

  • jwill85

    Because I work at a church in rural America and we need to be transformed!!

  • Nathan

    It would be awesome to get this book. Author has been highly recommended by a fellow ‘rural’ pastor. Thanks Scott!

  • http://Www.Twitter.com/jmbuckner Jmbuckner

    Being a rural pastor myself and seeing the canvas of any church is continually changing, this book will be a great resource

  • Jason

    Being a former member of Shannon’s old church of 8k, I grew up with Shannon O’Dell as my youth pastor. You won’t find many men like Shannon who love and serve the Lord unashamedly. I would love to get a copy of his book to see where the Lord has taken him and what he is doing in Shannon’s life and ministry.

  • Paul Carreon

    I would love to get this book. I have heard a lot of good things about it on the Twitterverse.

  • Bert Newman

    Sounds like a interesting book I would like to read. Growing up in small rural America, community of 1500 in Oklahoma, I often wondered if small church would survive because pastors didn’t want to go there. Now attending a church of 2500 I see it is still about connections and relationships. Rural teens still need to hear God is the answer and not drinking, drugs etc.

  • http://Www.pixldesigns.com joshbrown

    So much of America is still rural. This book will be great encouragement to those of us that live in the country and still believe people here need Jesus.

  • ScottTodd77

    Having grown up in a city of 16 million and now ministering in a county of 15,000 I could really use some help from this book!
    Help a city-slicker out!

  • sprad

    hey bro…this is the world i am living in, would like a copy! looking forward to seeing you sunday!

  • pabreck

    Currently serving in a church in rural America, I would look forward to the author’s insights into transforming the local church in the rural setting.

  • jasoninliberty

    B/c rethinking the rural church is better than giving up on it.

  • http://www.wsfc.org johnfehlen

    I would love to get a copy of this book. I oversee a group of churches in our Foursquare denomination. Most of which are smaller and in rural communities. I’ve been on the look out for a resource that would challenge them without begin condescending.

    Thanks.

  • Josh

    We are in the middle of doing this!

  • devbeth

    Scott – I would love to get my hands on a copy of this book. I grew up in a big city and experienced big churches. I now live in a town of 1200 and attend a rural church. We have wonderful ministers, attendance of about 150 a week. Our mid-week activities aimed toward youth attract 200-250. Many of those only attend church on Wednesday nights, and I doubt that their parents ever attend. It would be wonderful to bring them into the fold.
    I enjoy your website and follow you on twitter.
    Blessings -

  • http://www.asharedlife.com jeffdyer

    Sounds like a great book from an innovative leader-I’d love a copy! We have a lot of rural areas in our state!

  • http://www.remnantchurchonline.com Jerry Godsey

    Thanks for the cool offer, Scott!
    I currently co-pastor a church in a rural setting, although our agrarian society is quickly becoming like any.
    I would love to have a copy of this book to sharpen my church’s focus on the people we are trying to reach. Good stuff!

  • jk53

    I would love to win a copy, I am involved in a church plant with H20 Church.tv. I am passionate about sharing the vision and the gospel with smaller communities. :)

  • Nanci

    Having been raised in the country, moved to a big city, and now living in a rural area once again I would love to gain a fresh perspective on ways to unite the two seemingly at odds churches. I have been to many different types of churches, and right now live among Mennonites. This book, I believe, would help me understand ways to connect and get them excited about Jesus! After all, He is coming soon and He wants His Church united! :)

  • JWatLU

    It seems like the fastest growing churches in American are suburban churches. I need helping learning how to transform a church that is in a more rural setting rather than on the outskirts of the big city!

  • http://www.EncounterMinistries.org Lee Cole

    I would love a copy of the book as I currently serve in a rural church.

  • http://twitter.com/nashpropst nashpropst

    Growing up in Rural America and now serving a church in a Suburban area, I’ve found that people in rural areas are a lot less open to major change. We have a lot of churches, (my “home” church included) that could use a breath of fresh air. As a leader in the local church I love being on the front lines of change. I think this book will be a great tool to display how Christ can bring hope and change to some stagnant areas. Not only in the churches, but also in the hearts of the people that fill them.

  • http://matthewlistens.info matthewlistens

    Why am I interested in this book?

    Well, in short, my wife, our children and I are feeling a sense of stirring to move to a farm, and start a multiplication center where we can raise up people through an internship to do ministry, and establish multiple sites where churches are planted via a grass roots sort of method. Establishing business and ministry with coffee and probably agriculture/livestock. This book fits.

    Thanks,

    Matt

  • anya r.

    I live in a town of less than 300 people, and 4 churches. The overwhelming sense among some of them is one of stagnation as they are happy to just sit and do things the way they’ve always been done. Tradition takes the front seat in everything they do. The church community in this town needs a revolution, I’d love to pass this book along to the pastors here.

  • jks2803

    I would love a copy of this interesting book.

  • mslimmer

    I’m currently attending a rural church in the midst of change, and would love to receive a copy of this book to perhaps do as a small-group study. If I see benefit in the book, I would certainly be willing to buy my pastor a copy. Thanks for providing this opportunity!

  • Miguel

    I would like a copy of this book to possibly inspire my life.

  • joshjsilva

    I would love a copy of this book it sounds like a perfect book to help me understand the rural church community. My calling is to pastor and will most likely be in a rural town. I have always felt that there is no reason why a rural church couldn’t have a major impact for the kingdom but it seems as though more pastors want to be in the city and with larger churches. I want to be where God is moving and I don’t think it is just the city where HE wants to move.

  • http://Www.jkriggs.com Jkriggs

    I would love to have a copy! Always want to learn how to better reach people with the gospel of Jesus!

  • http://www.brandedwithlove.com Jason

    I am constantly reading/trying to grow as a leader. This would be a greta book to learn from and broaden by horizons in this area. Pastoring a church with city & rural areas back to back- this could provide some great insight.

  • http://www.brandedwithlove.com Jason

    I am constantly reading/trying to grow as a leader. This would be a great book to learn from and broaden by horizons in this area. Pastoring a church with city & rural areas back to back- this could provide some great insight.

  • http://impactofthesacred.blogspot.com Richard

    I would love a copy because I think it is time for the rural church to be changed to make a deeper impact on culture.

  • Czgregory

    I am in a leadership discipleship program called Master’s COmmission! I could really use this to help me in the ministry! Thanks!!

  • http://taylorphillips.wordpress.com taylor

    i would love a copy of this book because i not only grew up in a rural church, but i feel called to serve in north american missions/church planting upon graduating from obu next may!

  • http://jasondwright.com jasondwright

    I would love a copy of this book. I am a pastor of a small rural church and we are in the process of setting out our mission/vision/values and it sounds like this book would be a great resource.

    Jason

  • Sherry

    I’d love to read this book! One day, my husband and I want to move to a rural area, and I’m interested to find out what churches are like, or what they can be like.

  • http://facebook.com/natevelasquez nathanvelasquez

    I would love a copy of the book. The more we know, the more we grow in the body of Christ!!!

  • http://Efcloomis.blogspot.com Loomispastor

    I would love a copy of the book. I pastor a small church in a small town in rural Nebraska. I have been here over 15 years now and continue to see God’s amazing grace at work in rural America.

  • Paige

    I would love a copy I live in a rural area and moved here from a larger city and have often wondered why church is so different. Would like to read the book and be able to pass on to my Pastor or other pastors who may be interested.

  • http://www.faith-journey.com Paul Bowman

    Sounds like an interesting read, especially since so many books about “doing church” seem to be more focused on urban or suburban contexts. I’d love a copy!

  • JasonHunt

    Having grown up in a massive church, I have always wondered how rural churches compare. Is the experience more personal (as I imagine it is wihtout eight thousand other people to share it)? Is there a focus on growth with a limited population or is maintenance where it’s at? I’m looking forward to reading about and thank you for the free book opportunity!

  • ryan_garcia

    This book seems rather interesting. i would like to receive a free copy.

  • http://christopherdowns.posterous.com Christopher Downs

    I’m on staff with a small church and I’ve always had an interest in different styles of churches, how they work, and fresh ideas and perspectives. I would love a copy of this book.

  • Naomi Whitaker

    I’m all for breaking out of the box and breaking the rules when it comes to being
    “fishers of men”. Please send me a copy of the book so I can apply prrinciples from it to my Bible study group and leadership growth!

    Thanks for breaking the rules and giving this out for free. :)

  • Will Jenkins

    I would love a copy of this book!!! I feel like I am called to the smaller rural areas for the length of my ministry. I’m way out in NW Oklahoma right now in Alva. I want our church here to be a church that breaks all the rules for Godly success in our area.

    BTW, love the blog Scott. It’s on my watch/read list.

  • http://www.faithrenewed.org Terry Rogers

    Hook a Brother up!!!
    Love to read about what God is doing across America.
    Just the preview sounds great! Thankful for men that listen to the voice of God.

  • http://bigisthenewsmall.com Scott Williams

    Congrats, everyone above this line is guaranteed a copy… Keep commenting we will randomly select from the rest of the comments to give away 50 more!

  • keith

    I would love to check out a copy of this book. I currently work at a church in Waco, TX…..it is not rural, but the people who attend our church come from some rural areas. This might be a good resource for us to kick start some new/fresh ideas!

  • http://www.canadianladybugreviews.com Isabelle Lussier

    I would love to read about this because we are church planters and are currently struggling. However, we sense that God is not finished with it. Even if we had to close the doors at one point, we sense that He wants us to persevere.

  • Krystal

    Hi! I would love to get a copy of this book. It has been recommended by a friend/pastor. My husband and I are starting an internship as church planters.

  • Kirby Vardeman

    Hey Scott, as a guy called to plant a church in Rural Arkansas, I’d love a copy of this book!!

  • http://debrakb.blogspot.com/ Debra

    Living in a rural area, I’d love to read this. It sounds excellent.

  • http://www.davidmehrle.com David Mehrle

    i would love a copy of this book as I have just transitioned from mega church student ministry to what feels like a rural church in the midwest running 500. Crazy transition and would love the insight of this book.

  • dsimmie

    I would love a copy – I’m the Canadian connection! oh ya!
    The next book should be called “transforming church in rural North America”

  • http://www.tnrural.wordpress.com tnrural

    I would love a copy.

  • http://txngmr.wordpress.com TexanGamer

    I would like a copy. I believe that the Lord is leading me towards ministry somewhere in a rural setting and would be interested in reading your book. Thank you.

  • http://www.joyfulheartblog.com JoyfulHeartBlog

    I would love to receive a copy of this book. After I’ve read it, I’ll post a review on my blog along with any links that may be pertinent. (retweeting to follow in a minute)

    Blessings,
    Trish

  • http://koreamom.blogspot.com Michele

    I would love to have a copy of this book. I belong to a small rural church.

  • http://www.andreajettphotography.com Andrea Jett

    Having transitioned from rural America myself, I would love insight on how to witness and transform others who are resistant to our “mega-church” stereotype! I know the book is meant for ministry growth, but I’m sure I could use its revelations on a one-on-one ministry level.

  • http://iamconley.blogspot.com Conley

    This sounds like an interesting read and believe it would be beneficial to me as I strive to light a fire in the church I am serving, so hook it up! :)

  • http://2819development.com Jarrod

    I recently started up a church development company that’s focused on helping small churches (@ no cost to the church). I think this book would have good info for me to pass alon to the churches I work with. I would greatly appreciate a copy!

  • http://www.primroseumc.org APike

    We are one of the United Methodist Churches in Arkansa that is participating in “ReThink Church” and Change the world events. Really think this book would be a great source of new ideas.

  • http://www.jimgrayonline.com Jim Gray

    We moved to the country about 4 yrs ago from SoCal. We attend a small church. It’s been very refreshing.

  • http://godmadehomegrown.blogspot.com Tiana Krenz

    This subject has always fascinated me. I’d love a copy!

  • http://greencountrycowboychurch.com Victor Sweet

    with a brand new church plant starting up next Sunday the 16th any resource that i can get my hands on is appreciated especially one that deals with rural churches.
    thank you for making it available.

  • http://www.alonsomontenegro.com alonso

    Hola Scott:
    Gracias por el libro anterior del cristiano ateo, estuvo muy bueno.

    Espero poder ganar este libro tambien.

    Gracias!

  • http://www.cooperland.info Dewaine Cooper

    I’d love a copy to read & to give to my pastor. We’re attempting to do just what this book is for.

  • janellelynne

    I would love to receive a copy of this book. I grew up in a truly Rural church (we were 10 miles from the closest “town”!), and, although the church where we serve is technically in a town, it is certainly a rural town. My husband is the associate pastor, and could certainly use some encouragement and new ideas. Thanks!

  • Randy Mellichamp

    I would love a copy of this book. I live in a rural county that needs some major church changes. We are seeing some of those changes happen but would love to hear from one who has been there. This is a long overdue book as the bog changes that so many are going through don’t always fit the “mold” of a small town. Thanks for the offer.

  • http://www.rainierchapel.com FUNdMENTAL

    FREE BOOK!
    One that I am sure to Read ;)
    Always good to see my ministry through someone else’s eyes.

    Haven’t learned it all yet.

  • http://www.multiplicms.com multiplicms

    Would love a copy as I’m from a small town down in Texas (cue the boos as I’m a Sooner fan now) and grew up in a small town church. The funny thing is that I see a lot of “small town church” in a lot of the big city churches here in OKC. It’s like they are stuck in this religious rut and can’t seem to figure out how to get out but even sadder, they don’t seem to want to get out of it. I’m always looking for a great read from another perspective so I’d love a copy. :)

  • shannonstokes

    I want to get a copy for my leadership at church. This book is amazing for rural america. I am a pastor in a church in rural Arkansas and it has challenged and inspired me.

  • http://ashertopia.blogspot.com epecho

    I grew up in a rural church that still exists but is stagnant. I’d love to hear ways to spark vision!

  • JCouture

    I would love to receive a copy of “Transforming Church in Rural America.” I live in a rural community where churches have continue to operate traditionally and membership has declined. Since I work with the children in our community I would love to research and develop new ideas on moving our church forward in this new century in rural communities. I would also like to pass the book along to others when I am finished.

  • http://adventuresinphdland.wordpress.com/ ericmanuel

    I would love a free copy of this book. I am the pastor of a rural church, as well as a PhD student in Evangelism at Asbury Theological Seminary. I am interested in this from several standpoints, particularly as I prepare to help other churches reach out and grow.

  • http://www.passionburnswithin.com Jason Roth

    I would love to get my hands on this book. I serve in a church surrounded by old farms and tucked back in the corner of the woods. This book sounds like ti has some potential to kick start my idea factory.

  • Aaron

    I would like a copy because I regularly attend BNC and would like to know more about the transformation to know how to answer the naysayers about the organization. It is awesome to see a church in a rural setting, with limited resourses, doing so much for the Kingdom of Jesus Christ!!

  • czy4crst

    I go to the same rural church that I grew up in and I love it. I would love a free copy of your book.

  • Jeff Brace

    Hope I am one of the 100! Now involved in a rural church. This would be an interesting read

  • http://www.kevindeshazo.me kevin

    This book looks incredible. Growing up in small-town Missouri (before moving to Tulsa), I had similar issues with the church. Not necessarily anger/hatred or anything like that, more of just boredom I guess. Some serious faith for this family to do what they are doing. Should be a great story!

  • http://www.recklesscertainty.com brodave872

    I’d love to read this book. Being from, and probably perpetually ministering in, rural and semi-rural settings, I’d love to read these insights. If I don’t win, I’m marking this one down to buy.

  • http://mikewilliamspro.com mikewilliamspro

    I would love a copy of this book. The information seems very interesting and can be used in my own church thanks

  • http://www.johnnyroberts.tv johnnyatthebod

    We are in the heart of rural ministry. A single usable idea or concept from this book would be worth the read for me.

  • http://h2ochurch.tv Dama McKennell

    We have lived rural ministry, would love to read it! Blessings, Dama

  • http://tanyadennisbooks.com Tanya Dennis

    I grew up in a map-dot of a town in Indiana. While I’m not rural anymore, I still have friends and family there and would love to read her thoughts on this. Thanks for offering the giveaway!

  • http://jewelsfromtheword.com Lavon Lewis

    Because I am in a town of 6k and a church which has dwindled down to 13, I would be very interested in reading this book. God has great things in store for us.

  • http://tanyadennisbooks.com Tanya Dennis

    FYI: I tweeted about this, too. :)

  • http://darondickens@wordpress.com Ddeezer

    I would love a copy of the book. I am about to move to a small twon from ATL and think it would be a great resource!
    Daron Dickens

  • katie

    Yes please! Hubby is a rural pastor…I know he would love to read this!

  • http://eaglesinleadership.org drmattphd

    I would love to read this and then do a podcast interview with the author for my website.

  • Kyshana

    Sounds interesting – know some1 that could use it too! Thanks for offer! :)

  • http://www.veronicabrown.tv Veronica Brown

    I would like a copy of the book if I’m w/in the 100 mark.
    We go to grow to know. Would love to see what the book says.

  • http://www.wfa.org tsatryan

    Would like a copy because we are planting churches all over Delaware. Always looking for good information.

  • http://twitter.com,onfacebook.comasbcasey912@gmail.com brettcasey

    Scott, I would love a copy of this book, I too grew up in a small town, and the fellowship everyone had in church was definitely an attractive quality, would love to learn how to achieve that again. Thanks, Brett Casey

  • http://www.facebook.com/kitten12079 CrystalSPayne

    I would like this book please :-)
    I’m a regular attender of a ‘big city’ church but have visited a few rural churches in my time I have seen a different environment in both, would love to read this book and see how these two different environments can work together.

    Thx Crystal
    @CrystalSPayne
    http://www.facebook.com/kitten12079

  • http://www.iamreset.wordpress.com adamgcc

    I would love to see a book devoted to rural churches… I serve at a church of 500 in a community of 3000 and get frequently frustrated that “city” stuff doesn’t always work.

    Thanks!

    -Adam Jones

  • http://mykissesfromheaven.blogspot.com/ Mary

    I would like a copy of this book also please. We are in rural America pastoring a small church. We know that God has a plan for us. And this book looks like it’d be an encouragement. Thanks so much. Blessings! Michael and Mary

  • http://www.maryhake.com Mary Hake

    We have helped with a church plant and thrive in rural churches.

  • http://www.latawniakreviews.blogspot.com LaTawnia Kintz

    Well, I see I am 102nd or something…. but I would like to read this book. I just moved from city life to country life and I am adjusting to the very small local church. I think it would be a good read for me and maybe something my pastor would like.
    Thank you for the opportunity!

  • katrinallynn

    I would love this book, my church has about 20 members. I would love to read how we can reach our community. Its hard when your in a small church with very little resources.

  • Danny Wahlquist

    I would love to read Shannon O’Dell’s new book on the Rural Church in American.

  • Amart62

    I live in rural SC. I’d love a copy of this book!

  • http://lettersforthelord.vpweb.com Letters4theLord

    would love a free copy of the book,I live in a small town area also. my last name is ODell too ha

  • http://teachingonmars.blogspot.com Loren C. Klein

    This book would be perfect for my mom. She’s setting the stage for a church plant in a town of 1500.

  • satirah

    this is so great!! i would love to get this book to read and pass on to so many of my friends!!

  • wsweller

    I would love to have the book, Transforming Church in Rural America.

  • Wpnason

    I’d love to get a copy to send to the pastor in my dad’s hometown of about 1200 people. It’s a great small church that I grew up in and I’m excited to see my dad has become so involved in God’s work there.

  • http://authorkathyeberly.blogspot.com Kathy Eberly

    Since I live in rural America, I would love a copy of the book.

  • bethanyls

    I would like this book because I am doing ministry in rural America. I would love to learn from a pioneer who has walked these steps prior to me. It is great to learn from someone who has “been there.”

  • http://twitter.com/justindbaker Justin

    I’d love to have a copy of this book. While I’m not on staff at a rural church, from time to time I find myself working with pastors of rural churches, and would love to have more that I could share with them to see their ministries grow and excel.

  • hannahm

    I would LOVE a copy!

  • http://twitter.com/thedailyrob Rob Brock

    I’ve seen too many struggles when small churches try to act like big churches. They try to do everything, but nothing gets done well. I’d love to read about Shannon O’Dell’s experiences and insights.

    Blessings,
    Rob

  • http://www.memoryjournaling.com lt1227

    Would love to have a copy of the book. The only hope for survival of the small rural church is transformation. That is indeed a difficult task. I am looking forward to finding answers.

  • http://deekdubberly.com/ Deek Dubberly

    I would like to receive a free copy. Why? Because I pastor a small church in a rural town…and I need every piece of advice and help I can get. Thanks!

  • Kirby Vardeman

    So, do we know who won the final 50?

  • http://bigisthenewsmall.com Scott Williams

    All those who won a copy should have been notified already and their copy is already in the mail!

  • David Watkins

    I would love to get a free copy of the book. After 18 years as Chaplain at a maximum security State Prison I have sensed God leading me to return to my pastoral roots in a very rural setting. I feel very much out of my element but really believe this is where the Lord is directing. Like someone else just wrote, “I need all the help I can get!”

  • http://www.facebook.com/mr.jon.street Jon Street

    I would love to receive a free copy of your book because I grew up in Rural America, also. I always thought there had to be more to the “church thing” than just going to a building every time the doors were open. Since I have been away at college in St. Louis, I have seen how Christians can live their faith anywhere they are, whether it’s in the “Big City” or in Rural America. I see such a sharp contrast between the church in St. Louis and the church in Rural America. What the church in Rural America needs is a revival not brought about by a time set aside on a calendar for a “revival.” I’m talking about praying eagerly and waiting patiently for God to transform the lives of people in Rural America. That’s a true revival.

  • http://www.twominutesermon.com Tobin Crenshaw

    That is a very kind and thoughtful thing to share free copies. Hopefully each person can pay it forward and make significant and meaningful changes with the information in the book!

  • http://www.wadebishop.com Wade Bishop

    My wife and I are currently starting our journey of [re]inventing church in our town of HAYWARD,WI [a town of about 3,000 ppl] I would love to find a way to get a free copy of this book if they are still available; if not I understand. Thx–wade Bishop

  • Ron Gardner

    I have facebook, but not twitter. I have been in my first pastorate for about 3 months. I would like help with evangelism and church growth. I hope this book can help.

  • elder khamisi,kinney

    My adress is 913 kaywood dr. fayetteville n.c.28311 I would like a free.copy of your book because I am planing on starting a chuech in fayetteville in the northside is suburbs. I need to know what to do and I dont have the money to by the book. love elder kinney.

    • khamisi kinney

      sorry i used my old adress please donot contavt me here by writing contact me by email then i can send the right adress. thanks i still need your book.

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