The Greatness Principle - by Nelson Searcy & Jennifer Dykes Henson (Paperback)

Number of Pages: 112
Genre: Religion + Beliefs
Sub-Genre: Christian Life
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Baker Books
Age Range: Adult
Book theme: General
Author: Nelson Searcy & Jennifer Dykes Henson
Language: English

About the Book

An influential pastor and author provides a practical and thoroughly biblicalresource to equip and inspire church volunteers. Original.

Book Synopsis

Are you stuck in your comfort zone? Are you searching for something greater? While it is easy to get comfortable with going about your business throughout the week and then showing up at church for an hour on Sunday, you are called to much more. Greatness, growth, and significance in the kingdom of God is found on the path of service. In this practical and inspiring book, Nelson Searcy motivates readers to take the next step on their journey toward maturity in Christ. As Searcy explains, if you're not serving, you're not growing. Whether you're already committed to multiple ministries or have just started attending church, he provides the tools you need to get connected through service.

The Greatness Principle, a perfect companion to Connect, is designed specifically with the individual believer in mind. Priced right for small groups and church-wide campaigns, this little book packs a wealth of practical insight and inspired ideas that will energize church members and have them clamoring to volunteer their talents for the sake of the kingdom.

From the Back Cover

We all want to matter

Deep inside each of us is a longing, a yearning--for greatness. We want to know the world is different because we have lived. We want to make our mark. We want to be remembered for something beyond average, something great.

But how do we get there?

In this practical and inspiring book, Nelson Searcy encourages you to take the next step on your journey toward a full, abundant life. As Searcy explains, if you're not serving, you're not growing. He provides the tools you need to get connected--to others, to God, and to your greater purpose--through service.

You can be great. You can matter. You can find the purpose and significance you are longing for. Open these pages and find out how.


Nelson Searcy is founding pastor of The Journey Church, a multi-site church with locations across New York City and Boca Raton, Florida. Searcy is also the founder of www.ChurchLeaderInsights.com and the author of several books.

Jennifer Dykes Henson is a freelance writer based in Atlanta.

About the Author

Nelson Searcy is the founding and lead pastor of The Journey Church. Started in 2002 in New York City, this groundbreaking church sees the majority of its growth coming from new believers and currently meets in locations in Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island, as well as additional locations in San Francisco and Boca Raton. Nelson is the recipient of the prestigious 2013 Donald A. McGavran Award for Outstanding Leadership in Great Commission Research. He is the author of more than seventy-five church growth resources and twelve books, including The Generosity Ladder, Maximize, Connect, and Ignite. Nelson is also an experienced church planter, coach, and church-growth strategist. Before to founding The Journey, he served as the director of the Purpose Driven Community at Saddleback Church. He is also the founder of ChurchLeaderInsights.com and the Renegade Pastors Network.

Jennifer Dykes Henson is a writer, wife, and mom to two young girls. She has coauthored several bestselling books, including The Generosity Ladder and Tongue Pierced. Previously, Jennifer worked with Dr. Charles Stanley as the marketing communications manager for In Touch Ministries. She lives with her family in Atlanta, Georgia.