International Christian media organization Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC) has partnered with NavPress to translate, produce, and distribute biblically based teaching and discipleship content into an undisclosed country* to reach individuals for Jesus Christ.

The first books scheduled to be translated are Discovering the Bible by Gordon L. Addington, The Pursuit of Holiness and Holiness Day by Day by Jerry Bridges, and The Joseph Road by Jerry White. The translation for these books began in early 2012 and is expected to be completed by June 2012. The books will be translated with cultural adaptations and produced into an audio format to be used with mobile technology to be distributed through the local church network.

“We are grateful for this partnership with NavPress to provide evangelistic and discipleship content to a country that is currently closed to the Gospel,” says David McElwee, Vice President of Far East Broadcasting Company. “We are excited to see how God uses this content to reach listeners who are hungry for spiritual nourishment and enriching material for their Christian walk.”

Author Jerry Bridges was approached in 2011 to consider translation of his books for use in a closed country.

“Our family has been contributing to the ministry of FEBC for about forty years, going back to the days when the only gospel access into China was through radio broadcasts. Now it is exciting to see FEBC’s radio ministry expanding to other countries throughout Asia," he says.

"And now I have an opportunity to partner with FEBC through the translation and audio recording of two of my books. These recordings will be reproduced on digital chips to be played on small battery operated mobile speakers that will be distributed through local churches in the target country. I praise God for the ministry of FEBC and I couldn’t be more thrilled about this opportunity FEBC has given me to partner with them in this new venture,” Bridges added.

Within the country, FEBC will support local church leadership to provide follow-up and further discipleship opportunities for interested individuals. “FEBC considers it a blessing and privilege to partner with NavPress,” says Brother Timothy**, FEBC In-Country Ministry Director. “NavPress has a library of content that provides thoughtful spiritual-growth resources and this type of material is not available within my country. This partnership makes it possible for my people to grow in their faith and share the Good News with their family and friends.”

For additional information regarding this FEBC ministry, contact David McElwee.

*Name of country withheld for security purposes.

**Name has been changed for security purposes.

NavPress is pleased to announce that Dr. John Herring has accepted the position of president of Student Life Publishing.

“I’m looking forward to the opportunity of investing in the lives of future disciple-makers,” Herring says. “The potential for Kingdom impact through the next generation of disciples and NavPress through Student Life Bible Study is incredible. Couple that with the ongoing influence of Life Bible Study for adults, and the possibilities for discipling are enormous.”

Herring is the Executive Pastor for NorthPark Baptist Church in Trussville, AL, and director of Church Life Strategies, a consulting firm specializing in strategic planning and coaching for churches and parachurch organizations. Prior to starting Church Life Strategies, he served as the Pastor for Discipleship and Administration for the Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham where he served for 12 years.

Herring holds a B.A. from Samford University, a M.A. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Educational Ministries from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Stacy, live in Birmingham, AL.

NavPress acquired Student Life Publishing in 2010.

New Release Announcement

When Dr. John Bisagno retired from the pastorate, he knew he wanted to coach and mentor young pastors. With his new release, Wisdom for Life, he reaches out to anyone who wants to finish well.

In Wisdom for Life, he encourages believers young and old with practical advice and biblical guidelines to complete whatever God has called them to do.

BIO:

Dr. John Bisagno is pastor emeritus of First Baptist Church of Houston. He is the author of thirty books, including the best seller The Power of Positive Praying. He serves on the adjunct faculty at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and remains active as an author, church consultant, and conference speaker.

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New Release Announcement

Communication in any relationship is vital for it to keep growing and maturing. The same principle is true for having a relationship with God. He created prayer as a personal, intimate way for us to connect with, talk to, and listen to Him.

30 Days to a More Dynamic Prayer Life presents the basics on prayer—such as focusing on God, responding from the heart, and seeking His kingdom. By tying solid biblical teaching on prayer with practical ways to make it a lifestyle habit, author John Franklin equips and challenges readers to develop a prayer life as a means for knowing God better.

BIO

John Franklin is a nationally known speaker on prayer and spiritual awakening. He previously served as a prayer specialist for LifeWay Christian Resources; as minister of prayer at First Baptist Church of Woodstock, Georgia; and in two pastorates. He is the author of And the Place Was Shaken: How to Lead a Powerful Prayer Meeting, A House of Prayer: Prayer Ministries in Your Church, and several other books.

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