T. Scott Daniels

In Advent, the church finds itself caught between times. The world's true King has already come. However, the reign of the King has not yet come in all of its fullness. In response, God's people fast and wait and pray-and in the waiting we are changed. During Advent, we practice hope, peace, joy, and love-four virtues that grow in us and change us, making room for the new creation. Let Earth Receive Her King will encourage small group engagement, personal reflection, and individual prayer as you progress through the four virtues that mark Advent. In this expectant season we pray, Come quickly, Lord Jesus. Come, and make all things new Let Earth Receive Her King.

Unconditional love. Peacemaking. Reconciliation. Justice and mercy. A hunger after the things of God. The world needs a holy people who embody the habits of the coming kingdom. In this 7-week church study led by Scott Daniels, discover what it means to be God's unique people--telling a unique story, embracing the habits of Christ, working in ways that are blessing to Babylon.

For a new generation...a new take on an ageless truth. Dr. Earl Lee addressed these peace-stealers many years ago in his classic Cycle of Victorious Living, which has sold more than 100,000 copies. The cycle he identified continues to motivate, reassure, and inspire today. Scott Daniels, now pastor of the same church Dr. Lee led long ago, uncovers once again these truths from Psalm 37 and shares them in a new voice for today's reader. Dr. Lee's original book is printed in its entirety in the back, and study and reflection questions suitable for small groups or personal use are included in the new revision of the original. Whichever version touches and inspires you, know that you will discover the secrets to living above the turmoil and challenges we face today. The abundant life you hear so much about is actually closer than you might think.

T. Scott Daniels, pastor of a Los Angeles megachurch, contends that corporate bodies like churches form an individual spiritual personality of sorts. Cultural influences can impact the collective spirit or attitude of a congregation, either hindering it from becoming all God intends it to be or setting it free to glorify God. In this practical work, Daniels examines the nature of the seven representative "angels" of the churches addressed in Revelation to show how congregations can escape the principalities and powers that hold them captive. The book encourages working pastors, church leaders, and ministry students to consider a systems approach to church leadership--one that takes seriously the powers at work within local congregations--and offers suggestions for transformation.