David Gundersen – författare

“I eagerly commend this series.”—R. Albert Mohler Jr., President, The Southern Baptist Theological SeminaryThe most important time to be at church is when you don’t feel like it.Feelings are complicated and fickle, yet they often reveal what you really want or think. When you don’t feel like going to church, something much deeper may be going on that must be addressed by God’s Spirit, through his word. Gunner Gundersen diagnoses the human heart and offers biblical insight on the importance of being involved in the local church—even when you don’t feel like it. Part of a series that helps Christians understand the centrality of the local church in Christian discipleshipHelps readers diagnose the reasons they don't feel like going to churchGives readers practical steps to begin to feel glad about going to church againEncourages Christians with the power of the warm nurturing grace of their local church gatherings

This Brief Guide Explains How Listening Well During Sermons Energizes Spiritual Growth and Local Church LifeWhile biblical preaching is vital for spiritual growth, it’s also essential that churchgoers “take care then how you hear” (Luke 8:18), being attentive to God’s precious word. A few simple habits will prepare you to hear from the Lord each week and get the most from your pastor’s teaching.In this addition to the Church Questions series, Gunner Gundersen explains that listening in church isn’t a passive experience but an urgent activity. Drawing from Scripture and personal examples, he shares practical advice for preparing for church, addressing distractions, interpreting Scripture, discussing sermons as a community, and more. This short, approachable guide will encourage your church to treasure God’s word by listening faithfully during sermons. For Individual or Small-Group Study: An excellent resource for local churches, this brief guide shows readers how they can profit from their local pastor’s preaching  Accessible: Written for laypeople, students, and church leaders of all levelsPart of the 9Marks Church Questions Series: Other titles include What Should I Look for in a Church?; How Can I Find Someone to Disciple Me?; and What If I’ve Been Hurt by My Church?