My dear friend and former student, Gloire Emmanual Ndongala, has written a book which challenges the weak and seemingly faltering American church to “grow up.” His insights are provocative and his challenge is stinging at times, yet hopeful. I highly recommend this text to all my fellow ministers, church leaders, and any follower of Jesus who longs to push past the ‘growing pains’ in order to develop the spiritual muscle required for last days spiritual conflict.
Dr. Scott Camp
Evangelist, Author, Educator
www.scottcamp.org
Gloire Ndongala has written a book that will certainly awaken the sleeping church. As a church, we say that we believe the Bible but we are yet to expect the God of the early Church to do through us what He did through the early disciples and more. Gloire did not just write another book, he has put on paper the fire that burns within him about the Lord and His endless power and love.
Dr. Chantal Yobuoe
Bachelor's in Finance, Masters in French Humanities, Masters in Ministry, Doctorate in Ministry, Vision International University
Senior Pastor, Rapha Word Church DFW
As a musician, preacher, and personal trainer I believe more than ever that God is on the brink of sending another move of His Spirit as in the days of historical revivals past. In the same breath, I say that this move will not last without a mature church to steward it. I have known my dear friend Gloire for a decade now, and his consistent passion, hunger, and zeal to see a bride that’s compatible with Jesus on all levels and is ready for the return of Jesus is far above the status quo. This book will cause you to acknowledge our current lack in the church in the knowledge of God, but I believe it will also stir a hunger after truth and righteousness. We want to be a church made ready and able to maturely steward the presence of God in a greater measure. May this book stir, convict, and encourage you and the generations to come to “grow up” and be all that God intended His church to be.
Cade Leuschner
Musician & Intercessory Missionary, Meleah House of Prayer
Founder of Forerunner Fitness
Reading Grow Up Church is like gaining a glimpse into how the early church functioned. It sheds light on the miraculous deeds of the body of Christ that have been forgotten. For those seeking to return to the simplicity of the body of Christ and discover the complexity of our God, this book is a must. The truths that have been ignored and long since forgotten will be returned to those who seek them. If you are seeking truth, your purpose in this life and how you fit in the body of Christ, this book is for you. I was personally challenged and convicted by this book which brought forth in me new kindling of my faith in Christ and affirmation of who I am in Christ.
Melonie Parmley, DO
Disciple of Christ
Doctorate in Osteopathy, Des Moines University
I received an advance copy of Grow Up, Church and said to myself, "Finally, someone who speaks the truth as it was meant to be said!" We live in an era where Scripture is twisted into false radical ideologies. Churches are too afraid to offend or they twist the Word to fit what they want in their church, rather than what God has called the church to be. Gloire Emmanuel Ndongala dives into the truth of Scripture, as we should, and studies the gifts we have all been given by God. It is a book that will help you discover your gifts and how they can be used effectively based on SCRIPTURE! It is from the wisdom of God, not the knowledge of this world, that Gloire Emmanuel Ndongala can effectively call the church to GROW UP!
Britani Overman
Flight Attendant
