Starting Point Conversation Guide (Ten Sessions) Spi Pap/Co edition by Stanley, Andy published by Zondervan (2008) [Spiral-bound]

by Andy Stanley

Find Your Place in the Story Welcome to Starting Pointa journey of discovering the broad arch of Gods story and where you fit into the narrative. Whether you are new to the Christian faith, simply curious about it, or reexamining it after time away from church, youll appreciate the accepting, conversational, small group environment. Come as you are, be who you are, and build enriching connections with fellow travelers as you explore who God is and what Christianity is really about. Starting Point is a natural, enjoyable, and potentially life-changing experience. Each of the ten sessions consists of three important First, selecting one of the five CDs that come with this Conversation Guide, youll listen to a teaching by Andy Stanley. Second, youll use this guidebook to help you reflect, and to journal your thoughts on how what youre discovering connects with your lifewith who you are, how you think, what you believewith the things that matter most to you. Finally, in your weekly group meeting, youll have the opportunity to share your thoughts and experiences with fellow travelers in a supportive environment that is designed to enhance sharing and connection. From Creation across history and into the futurefrom the book of Genesis to the book of RevelationGods story is a story of relationship, and your name is in it. Welcome to the journey of finding out how the story startedwhere it endsand how Gods story and your story unite.

Genres: Faith, Religion, Christian, Self Help, Evangelism, Nonfiction

Unknown Binding

First published December 16, 2008

About the author

Andy Stanley is the senior pastor of North Point Community Church, Buckhead Church, and Browns Bridge Community Church. He also founded North Point Ministries, which is a worldwide Christian organization.

Reviews

[Speros · Rating 5 out of 5]

Did this as part of our small group for church. As a 'seeker' and my wife as a first time to church, it really laid out the Bible in good understanding terms. It was just an opener for discussion, no matter WHAT you believe or don't believe. We loved it, we got to ask ALL the questions I've had my whole life, and get some answers and other perspectives on life and faith and religion that were very helpful. Would recommend anyone, not matter what their level of belief or non-belif, to get into a small group and do it. It's a great, well...Starting Point.

[Mark · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good start for those who are seeking answers. I grew up in a Christian home but I sure wasn't a Christ Follower. I had way to many questions. This book didn't answer them all but it did start me down that path. I was part of a group of people who went through this book together and it was awesome!

[Mel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a great study for our church small group. It prompted many interesting discussions. The accompanying videos were good (and free online) and the book was easy to read and had some beautiful photographs in it. It was a great fit for a group of people from different backgrounds who were slowly getting to know each other.

[Joe Warren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Tremendous guide for those seeking a start or restart in their faith walk. Highly recommend that this is accompanied with a group in a guided setting. A key component for success is that this accompanies a conversation! Blessings on your walk! 🙏🏻

[STEPHEN · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great guide to have a conversation about the Christian fairh.

[Sheri Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Curious about Christian faith?

[Aleena Grosjean · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked the videos that go with this book better, but it did give me a new way to evangelize and I learned a lot.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is an interactive book, accompanied by a video series and, in most cases, serves as the centerpiece of small group discussions. Since it's a book about faith journeys, every reader is going to have a very personal take and personal experience with the book, so I'm not going to cloud this review with my own theology or minute details of my own journey. Rather, I'll just leave a couple key takeaways. Starting Point is non-threatening and approachable, and as the title suggests, is a good introductory primer for people who may be starting out or starting over when it comes to their faith. Suffice to say, I thought it was fantastic, and just what I needed for me at this time.

[Denise · Rating 5 out of 5]

Currently reading this with a group of great friends. It is a 10 week course and we meet once a week to discuss how this relates to our lives and our week.

[Johanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a nice little book - we did it as a group study with my church. I love the accompanying CD - Andy Stanley is amazing!

[Jeanette Cleveland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this book while taking a class at church. It was pretty good.

[Katie]

Excellent small group guide. Lots of different things that you can do and it aids discussion.

[Laura-Jane Barber · Rating 2 out of 5]

I had some awesome moments BUT there was some theology not based on scripture so that's a bit problematic.