Available at your local bookstore or online at Barnes & Noble. Based on thirty years of relational ministry experience, this book is a 'must have' for anyone involved in reaching out to others with the love of God, especially those in volunteer and professional ministry positions. An easy read designed to teach from the mistakes, successes, and insights of the author and those who have influenced him. Included at the end are discussion questions which makes this an ideal book for the classroom and small groups.
Sample Chapter Titles of the 25 Chapters.
Never Pet a Wounded Dog
Your First Ministry is to Your Family
Watch Out for Blind Triangles
Never Take the Junkies into Your Home
I'm Not On That Committee
You Become Like the People You Hang Around
Click here for three sample chapters of
Real-Life Wisdom: Stories for the Road.
Endorsements
"A rich blend of earthly expressions and Godly wisdom as he introduces us to good friends who made a difference; a great read for any Christian, but a must for those in relational ministry."
Bruce Baker, Executive Director
Bluegrass Youth for Christ; Lexington, Kentucky
"Relational Evangelism is meant to be impacting. While our focus has traditionally been on how well we relate to others, Bob Ayres invites a new perspective in appreciating how others relate to us and impacts us along our journey in life. Bob masterfully combines life's most precarious moments with insight from both scripture and conventional wisdom to take me on a journey that I found myself thinking and reflecting on those who made an impact upon my life. For anyone interested in light reading that sparks introspection, this is a must read."
Rev. Rick McClain
Deaf Online University, Birmingham, AL
"Bob Ayres is one of the most sincere, honest and straightforward people I know. He is an impressive minister who can reach kids. His insight will definitely help you with your ministry."
Conway Stone
Author and Speaker
"It is evident that Bob is keenly aware of the many relationships in his life - intentional and unintentional. It is a handbook by which others may learn and apply principles to their lives. This book will always have a space on my bookshelf."
Rev. Logan Murphy, Minister of Recreation
Northeast Christian Church; Louisville, Kentucky
"Bob brings refreshing, candid, practical words of wisdom and insight into every day ministry. This is an honest, upbeat, positive and encouraging book that helped to renew and refocus my perspective as I go about the ministry that God has called me to. I kept thinking of all the folks that I wanted to share this book with! Read it and you will be encouraged!"
Pam Moore, Regional Director
YoungLife in the Pioneer Region; Omaha, Nebraska
