John W Stanko

John Stanko has been in the forefront of the purpose revolution since 1991, helping people around the world find and fulfill their God-given purpose. In The Power of Purple, John examines the lives of women in the Bible such as Sarah, Mary Magdalene, and Miriam to highlight the fact that God has always used women of purpose in the same way He uses men. These profiles in purpose will give you new insights into familiar characters and, whether you are a woman or a man, impart valuable lessons to apply to your quest for purpose.

Pastor Harold Portis is in crisis Facing a no-confidence vote in his church, everything points to the reality that he will be out of a job soon. But In the weeks before the vote, Pastor Portis providentially enrolls in a class called "A Study of Psalms," and for the first time reads and understands the psalms from a new perspective of suffering and persecution. What follows is an unexpected turn of events that proves to Harold and his wife that the overall message of the psalms is true: the Lord reigns

In his New Testament commentary series, John Stanko captures the essence of each verse, with plenty of questions and tips to not only help you understand the Word, but also to apply it in your everyday life. In this volume, John looks at five of Paul's epistles, four of which are known as the Prison Epistles. Each one of these five epistles addressed topics that were important to Gentile believers in the early church, which makes them relevant and important for the Church today. They also highlight Paul the theologian and the pastor, who was constantly clarifying doctrine and describing holy living as a result of faith in Christ. This commentary clarifies what Christians believe and shows the results that faith should have in day-to-day behavior.

Do you need help in your attempts to mine the gold in your life? If you read Life is Gold Mine: Can You Dig It?, you know that you have a lot of work to do to develop the five Gold Mine Principles and make them a part of your life. In this daily devotional, John Stanko has put together a guide through the Bible that will empower you to apply those Principles - purpose, creativity, goal setting, time management, and faith - in your work, family, career, or ministry. Each day includes a passage that applies to one of the Gold Mine Principles, a short commentary, questions to help you apply what you have read, and a closing prayer. In five minutes, you can have a brief Bible study that will equip you to be a productive person of purpose. Read the devotional with Life is a Gold Mine and you will have a duo that will equip you for success

In his New Testament commentary series, John Stanko captures the essence of each verse, with plenty of questions and tips to not just help you understand the Word, but also to apply it to everyday life. In this volume, John looks at the last of the four gospels written, which focuses on Jesus' last days of ministry on earth. John wrote with one purpose in mind, to prove "that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name" (John 20:31b). Therefore, everything included in the gospel contributes to that end. John clearly showed how controversial Jesus was, and portrayed the difficulty in convincing those to whom He was sent that He was the Son of God. Yet Jesus' mercy toward women, the blind, and others who were lost is also clearly demonstrated, making John's gospel a magnificent narrative of Jesus' love and grace in action.

Ben Holiday inherited the leadership in his fourth-generation family business, but it wasn't long before the business and Ben were in crisis. When Ben's desperate efforts to turn things around fail, he receives some unexpected help in a most unusual manner, and comes to grips with his own leadership limitations as he seeks to save the company he loves. A Leadership Carol is a light-hearted adaptation of Dickens' novel, A Christmas Carol, that teaches timeless and important leadership lessons for today. The leadership story remains the same from generation to generation, as imperfect men and women lead organizations that face constant pressures to change and adapt. A Leadership Carol is a tale of personal discovery and transformation, both of which are needed for companies and leaders to prosper and grow in the 21st century.

Do you know your purpose in life? Are you fulfilling it? If you answered yes to these important questions, that's good news. If not, we have good news for you - John Stanko's purpose is to help you find yours Since 1991, John Stanko has helped people around the world find their purpose. If you aren't content to just talk about purpose, but want to know it and how to fulfill it, Unlocking the Power of Your Purpose is right for you. Included in this volume are 52 short studies that will help answer questions you've been asking all your life: Who am I, really? Am I happy doing what I'm doing? How can I know the will of God for my life? Does my childhood hold a clue to discovering my purpose? Does what I do determine who I am? Why does what I'm doing seem so small and insignifcant? How can I tap into the power of my purpose? ...and much more These studies are perfect for youth, families, and small groups as well as personal devotions. Join millions of other purpose-seekers as you answer the most important question in life. What am I here for

In his New Testament commentary series, John Stanko captures the essence of each verse, with plenty of questions and tips to not only help you understand the Word, but also to apply it to everyday life. In this volume on the gospel of Mark, John looks at what perhaps could be called Peter's gospel, for Mark in all probability was the Apostle Peter's assistant and would have regularly heard Peter's accounts of Jesus' public ministry. Mark's account is the shortest of the four gospels, but his style hardly allow readers to catch their breath as he moves from one story to another without pause. Words like "astonished," "terrified," and "amazed" punctuate Mark's narrative, leaving no doubt that an encounter with the earthly Jesus was nothing short of spectacular and unnerving.

In his New Testament commentary series, John Stanko captures the essence of each verse, with plenty of questions and tips to not only help you understand the Word, but also to apply it in your everyday life. In this volume, John looks at Matthew's message to his fellow Jews, recording Jesus' words and acts to prove He was their promised Messiah. As you read, you will notice Jesus says again and again: "I tell you the truth." His words sounded so abnormal to Israel's subnormal spirituality that He had to regularly promise He was speaking the truth Whether for a small group Bible study guide or a personal devotional book, this commentary will walk you through Matthew's gospel and cause Jesus' teaching, parables, and interactions with others to come alive in practical and relevant ways for you.

"Without faith, it is impossible to please Him" (Hebrews 11:6).- How do you know if you have faith?- Does your faith impact your everyday life?- Is there anything you can do increase your faith? The Faith Files-Volume One is designed to help you answer these and other questions about living and growing in faith. You need to not just know what you believe but how to apply it to your family, your business, your ministry, and your personal life. John Stanko show you how. In this first of three volumes, John looks at every verse that mentions faith in the four gospels. He makes insightful observations and poses challenging questions that will help you understand how to apply your faith. The Faith Files is a great resource for personal or small group study, and it is guaranteed to help you exercise more God-pleasing faith.

There is a worldwide crisis in church leadership Is your ministry part of the problem or part of the solution? Are you ready to embrace God-inspired reform or will it be business as usual? The vision, purpose, and leadership of pastoral teams will determine the health of the local church. These seven steps will challenge you to rethink what the church is and how it should function so that together, congregations can touch the world with the love of God The steps include: - Raising up purpose-led men and women of great faith - Equipping people to implement their God-given purpose - Helping leaders bring order out of creative chaos - Helping leaders move from ownership to servant leadership - Developing services and programs that people really want to attend - Moving from fads and copycat expressions to innovative ministries - Meeting the needs of the poor, minorities, and women worldwide Complete with study questions at the end of each chapter, Changing the Way We Do Church will stir your faith and provide biblical understanding to embrace 21st century ministry with enthusiasm and purpose.

In his New Testament commentary series, John Stanko captures the essence of each verse, with plenty of questions and tips to not only help you understand the Word, but also to apply it in your everyday life. In this volume on the book of Acts, John looks at the work of the Holy Spirit in the early church, and how the Spirit came to equip each believer to live a fruitful and effective life of faith and purpose. Whether you are looking for a small group Bible study guide or a personal devotional book, this commentary will walk you through Luke's account in Acts and cause the stories to come alive in ways that are both relevant and practical for you.

For centuries, people have turned to the Book of Psalms to help make sense and to find comfort in times of trouble. They have also gone there to find words to express the praise in their hearts for the magnificence and glory of God. In Your Life Matters: Daily Reflections from the Book of Psalms, John Stanko adds his own insight into the Psalms and how they relate to your life matters such as suffering, prayer, the poor, mercy, grace and leadership. For every day of the year, John assigns a reading from Psalms, picks a verse or passage, makes some devotional comments, asks some pointed questions and adds a cross reference to another portion of the Bible. Your Life Matters is practical, inspirational, and helpful, and is certain to become your daily favorite to help you reflect on your life and God's role in it.

Since 1991, John Stanko has helped people all over the world understand their personality and how it relates to their purpose and creativity. Now John brings decades of experience to you in this book so you can understand that your strengths, weaknesses, gifts and personality are all part of who God made you to be. Included in this volume are 52 short studies that will help you be more comfortable in your own skin so you can flow in God's will for your life. John has worked with individuals and organizations the world over so individuals can focus on their strengths and teams can be more productive as members learn to focus on strengths rather than weakness. In this book, Unlocking the Power of You encourages you to stop fighting who you are, and teaches you that your personality is an important part of your ability to fulfill God's plan for your life. Whether you are detailed or not, like to multi-task or prefer one job at a time, enjoy many friendships or just a few, this book will help you be at peace that you are who you are in God's plan for your life. If you are good enough for God, shouldn't you be good enough for yourself as well?

Since 1991, John has helped people the world over find and fulfill purpose, express creativity, and be more productive. Now he brings that experience to you with Unlocking the Power of Your Productivity to help you move beyond wishing to doing. Included in this volume are 52 short studies that will help you express your creativity and fulfill your purpose. Divided into four sections, Unlocking the Power of Your Productivity covers four important topics: goals; creativity; time management; and personal development. You can use this book as a one-year guide to a more effective and satisfying life, or you can read the lessons at your own pace. Whichever way you choose to use it, you will benefit from John's unique insights into helping you embrace your creativity and achieve your dreams. These lessons are perfect for youth, family, or small group study, as well as personal development.

Do you have the skills to succeed in today's world of business? Strictly Business is a concise tool for business people and organizational leaders that will show you how to...- Develop people skills consistent with servant leadership- Build effective teams that retain experienced employees and volunteers- Motivate your team with an inspiring vision of the future- Nurture creativity and problem solving on your team- Increase employees' ability to focus and be productive (along with your own)Using cutting-edge leadership principles, John Stanko and Reggies Wenyika team up to show you how to transform your organization into a streamlined, productive company while maintaining a caring atmosphere in which each employee can grow to their full potential. The issues confronting today's leaders are the issues of life - people, relationships, time management, and vision. In Strictly Business, Dr. Stanko and Dr. Wenyika present practical principles that "hit the mark" every time. Whether you're in direct sales, the head of a nonprofit corporation, or the proprietor of a small establishment, your enterprise will benefit from this succinct, results-oriented presentation.