How People Grow – By Dr. John Townsend (based on the book, How People Grow by Dr. John Townsend and Dr. Henry Cloud)

What is the connection between the Christian faith and your real life, your relationships and your growth as a person? It’s a common experience that many sincere believers fail to make progress in some area of their lives even though they work hard to apply the spiritual solutions they have been taught? They learn about God’s love, yet continue to feel depressed. They understand the crucified life, but still struggle with problems in their relationships. They focus on their security in Christ, but continue to overeat. “Spiritual interventions” are not working for them.

In this series Dr. Townsend will share with you a practical approach to helping people grow; an approach that really works and has such transforming power in people’s lives because their principles are grounded in both orthodox Christian faith and a keen understanding of human nature. Dr. Townsend will show you what the bible has to say about personal growth and that God has answers to your difficult questions.
This DVD kit covers all 19 chapters broken into bite size segments. No preparation required just play the DVD. Perfect for your group.

The Big Picture - Introduction covering 3 chapters S-819
Growing people need an overall perspective to know how growth begins and how it continues. The bible teaches that personal, spiritual and relational growth comes from a three act play in the bible, Creation, the Fall and Redemption. Join Dr. Townsend and learn more about the big picture and how you fit in.

God, Jesus & the Holy Spirit - Covers 3 chapters S-820
Did you ever wonder what role the Trinity played in your relationships and your emotional growth? Most people don’t realize that God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit have their own roles in emotional and relational growth. Dr. Townsend will show you how God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit connect with your life in ways that may surprise you.

People, Acceptance, Forgiveness, the Bible - Covers 4 chapters S-821
The next four elements of growth can be an exciting adventure of discovery for you : People People are a major part of God delivering his grace to you; Acceptance provides you with the safety and warmth you need to be vulnerable about who you really are; Forgiveness will surprise you in the freedom and empowerment you will receive from it ; the Bible is much more than a book of doctrine it will bring you hope direction and life for your journey.

Grief, Righteousness, Discipline and Spiritual Poverty - Covers 4 chapters S-822
This talk may sound negative but it can be very positive for you once you understand and live out their roles. Grief is that pain that cures most other pains, it is your friend. Righteousness; does not mean being perfect but just living a right life and we can show you how. Discipline will bring you freedom and the power to choose what is best for you. Spiritual Poverty enables us to receive all the riches and spiritual wealth God has for you

Obedience, Sin, Temptation, Truth, Activity and Time - Covers 5 chapters S-823
This last presentation will help complete the growth picture. Obedience: When we obey God, hopefully it is not out of duty. It can truly be a way to become closer to him. Sin and Temptation can hold tremendous power over us but knowing how to handle this is the difference between finding success and avoiding ruin. Truth: Where can you find the truth and what do you do when you find it? God provides truth from many sources and it is essential that you know how to use it. Activity – growth is about taking initiative and not waiting. Learn the secret of activity that bears fruit. Time- Significant change is not instant it is a process, one that assists you in the growth process.

How People Grow Outlines

The Big Picture
Come and see how personal, spiritual and relational growth is biblical, as described in the Creation, the Fall, and the Redemption.
seminar outline: DOC(768K)  PDF(314K)

God, Jesus & the Holy Spirit
Learn the roles the Trinity plays in your relationships and your emotional growth.
seminar outline: DOC(770K)  PDF(325K)

People, Acceptance, Forgiveness, the Bible
Discover how these essential elements of growth can offer you hope, direction and new life.
seminar outline: DOC(772K)  PDF(324K)

Grief, Righteousness, Discipline and Spiritual Poverty
Although these subjects sound negative, each offers a tremendous gift. Join us and learn. seminar outline: DOC(771K)  PDF(322K)

Obedience, Sin, Temptation, Truth, Activity and Time
This last presentation will complete the growth picture.
seminar outline: DOC(772K)  PDF(327K)