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Summary: A "Light" on Some of the Deadliest Streets of Los Angeles.
Review: "The Church That Never Sleeps" is a testimony of struggle to accomplish a God given vision that affects countless lives and souls. The impact of meeting both physical and spiritual needs affecting not only those who are served, but those who serve as well. While the story gives an excellent account of the "Dream Center", the real story is God's desire of the change in people through Christ Jesus reflected in those in the book. From the God inspired vision of Pastor Tommy Barnett to the thriving and impactful church it has become under Pastor Matthew Barnett's leadership, the equally compelling part of this account is the change in Pastor Matthew Barnett himself. Pastor Matthew goes from a young man from the Phoenix area, to a seasoned Pastor who meets every heart wrenching challenge imaginable in the inner city streets of L.A. Within you will find story after story of God's restoration and effectiveness through those willing to make a difference, the summary of the Gospel manifested in a dark and cynical world. Without question this book will challenge your comfort in a church "routine" and effectiveness for the Kingdom of God, not the things many of us waste time debating. For those like myself who have actually served at the "Dream Center", it details the story of the L.A. International Church; from a small mission to a powerful, live-risking outreach that it is today. What this place has become from people who volunteer their very lives for the self less purpose of reaching others, is in itself inspiring. You will not be the same when you allow yourself to be a part of what is recounted in this book. A book that through God's spirit challenges the reader to consider what really is important in this short life. Simply an excellent book!
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Summary: Passionate, Loving, and Inspiring
Review: In, The Church That Never Sleeps, Matthew Barnett takes the reader on his journey of planting and growing the LA International Church. You sit with him in his lonely office as he contemplates ways to reinspire his small congregation. You walk past him on your way down the street the day he moved his desk in front of the church building in order to converse with those walking by. You get excited along with him as the church begins to grow and reach out to the surrounding community. You scratch your head with amazement as he considers purchasing a 400,000 square foot hospital building that has been vacant for 9 years. You participate with several of the 180 ministries of the church. Finally, you rejoice. You rejoice because of the tremendous work God has done and is continuing every day at the LA International Church...serving, loving, and pointing people to Jesus...an incredible journey!
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Summary: A must for the soul winners
Review: Pastor Matthew wrote a touching and eye opening book about the struggles of starting a church in the inner city. It was great reading and the humily of Pastor Matthew showed through on every page. The LA International Church and the Dream Center Story will expand your own dreams.
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