Martin Luther and John Calvin challenged Roman Catholicism; John Wesley, George Whitefield, and Jonathan Edwards challenged spiritual lethargy; Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. challenged America's social injustice; and now Dr. Dana Carson is challenging the Christian Church The Doors of the Church are Closed is one of the most relevant 21st century writings to the Church. Statistics suggest nearly 4,000 churches are closing with only 1,200 to 1,800 opening annually. Less than 20% of Americans attend church and 97% of churches didn't win one convert last year Yet, the Church has exchanged its mission of Kingdom expansion for popularity and wealth. The Doors of the Church are Closed This book identifies the root causes of the contemporary Church's failures and raises some monumental challenges to believers. This book is a must read for the Body of Christ and those who desire to fulfill the will of God in their lives. Dr. Carson, one of the world's foremost Kingdom scholars, didactically proclaims biblical concepts from both a practical and academic approach. His academic training includes a B.S. from Wiley College in Business Administration, a M.S. in Counseling & Guidance - Texas A&M, a Master of Divinity - Oral Roberts/Austin Presbyterian seminaries, a Doctorate of Christian Psychology - Logos University, a Doctorate of Ministry - Boston University, and a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership - Regent University. He also participated in Harvard University's Leadership Institute for Economic Development, certifying him to establish faith-based community development programs. He is currently working on his Global Executive MBA from Duke University, with a specialization in health sector management. Dr. Carson is the Senior Pastor of the Reflections of Christ's Kingdom World Outreach International, headquartered in Alvin, TX, and mentors and plants Kingdom-minded churches worldwide. He ministers extensively on television, radio, and StreamingFaith.com.
