Foundations

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Gil Stieglitz is a pastor, author, speaker, catalyst, mentor, professor, and leadership consultant. He speaks to thousands of people every year about building healthy and successful relationships. Currently, Dr. Gil is the discipleship and groups pastor at Bayside Church, a large, multi-campus church in Northern California. He received his Master of Divinity and Doctor of Ministry degrees from Talbot School of Theology, having taught spiritual formation classes at Western Seminary and Biola University. He is the founder and president of Principles To Live By, a non-profit organization that empowers and equips individuals, pastors, and churches through biblical resources, coaching, and counseling. Gil has a tremendous heart for helping people become all that God wants them to be, believing wholeheartedly that "Life is relationships." He resides in Roseville, California with his wife Dana and their three adult daughters. For information, speaking opportunities, and resources from Principles To Live By visit www.ptlb.com.

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2018 Illumination Awards Medal Winner for Christian Ministry/Mission! The Christian life is not an easy road. Thousands of voices tell us what to think and believe, who to follow, and what to do. As a pastor and counselor, Dr. Gil Stieglitz has talked with all kinds of people being drawn toward faith in the Lord Jesus Christ or those who have stepped out in faith but have many questions. Foundations: Building a Solid Christian Life is a Christianity 101 answering many of the most basic questions about living in dynamic connection with God. It delves into 4 foundational blocks for what it means to live as a Christian and how to interact with God through Jesus Christ. Block 1: Jesus and the Christian Life Who is Jesus Christ? What happens when a person first becomes a Christian? What is the evidence of true conversion and salvation? Block 2: Growing as a Follower of Christ How does a Christian learn to follow Christ? What benefits come from being a disciple? What is baptism? How does a Christian think? How does Christianity answer the basic questions of life? Block 3: The Wonder of the Church What is the church and why is it so important? What does is contribute personally and to society as a whole? What are vital actions that only the church can take and what happens when it does and doesn't? Block 4: Finding and Living in the Will of God All people want a life of meaning, purpose, significance, and love. What does it mean to live in the center of God's will and how do you find it? What stops people from pursuing God's will to the fullest? Foundations: Building a Solid Christian Life is perfect for new believers or anyone with questions about Christianity. It can be experienced as a personal study, a mentored study, or in a small group format. We recommend reading each chapter one after the other, like blocks that build upon each other. Each block is crucial to growth and enjoyment of the Christian life. Who this book is perfect for:New believers in Jesus Christ. Those who have been a Christian for a long time and want a refresher on Christian fundamentals. Those who are discipling someone in the Christian faith and need a good resource. Anyone just taking a look at what the Christian life is all about. Jump in and begin to build a solid foundation for right thinking about the Christian faith today!