Stan Jantz is the president of the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association and cofounder of ConversantLife.com. He is the coauthor of more than 50 books, including I'm Fine with God...It's Christians I Can't Stand and the Christianity 101(R) Bible Studies. He makes his home in Huntington Beach, California.
Bruce Bickel quickly abandoned pursuing standup comedy because he wasn't funny enough, opting instead to become a lawyer--a profession in which he is considered hilarious. His previous books with Stan Jantz include Knowing the Bible 101 and God Is in the Small Stuff.
"Have you recently become a Christian? Or are you trying to help new believers grow? Then this book is for you. It helpfully clarifies key truths, warmly encourages you to grow in your faith, and honestly addresses questions you may have been afraid to ask."
--Christopher W. Morgan, dean and professor of theology at California Baptist University; author/editor of more than 25 books
"Ten Essentials for New Christians is hardly just another 'essentials of the faith' book. Instead, Stan and Bruce offer us an outlook where everything is steeped in the incomprehensible love God has for us. Their book is timely in an era where being right tragically outpaces showing love. I cannot recommend this book enough."
--Bryan Loritts, teaching pastor at The Summit Church, NC; author of The Offensive Church
"The essence of the Christian faith is God's love expressed through Jesus. Stan and Bruce invite new believers to allow God's love to transform their hearts and impact every aspect of their new lives. This book will help you find life in Jesus, love your neighbors, and help others to do the same."
--Kevin A. Thompson, married life pastor at Bayside Church, CA
"No one lives well, loves well, or leads well until they think well. Stan and Bruce help new believers think properly about Jesus so that they can unleash the compassion of Jesus in every aspect of their lives. Every new believer needs this book."
--Ray Johnston, founding pastor of Bayside Church, CA
"A new believer needs the church to help in order to grow in sanctification and service. In Ten Essentials for New Christians, you will find a remarkable guide to help new believers in their journey. This gospel-rich, church-focused resource is a must for churches seeking to reach and disciple people."
--Ed Stetzer, PhD; dean at Talbot School of Theology