Building God's House: a life of Terry Virgo - Andy Johnston
"A masterpiece in sharing both interesting information and ingenious leadership." R.T. Kendall
Building God’s House tells the remarkable story of Terry Virgo – pastor, teacher, apostolic leader and founder of the worldwide Newfrontiers family of churches.
Written by Andy Johnston, this compelling biography traces Terry’s journey from humble beginnings in Sussex to becoming one of the most influential church leaders of his generation.
For more than six decades, Terry Virgo’s ministry has been marked by a deep love for Jesus, a revelation of the richness of God’s grace, unwavering confidence in the authority of Scripture and a passion to see the church built according to New Testament principles.
Drawing on extensive interviews with Terry and Wendy Virgo, family members and long-time friends and colleagues, Andy Johnston offers a warm, honest and richly detailed portrait of the man behind the movement.
Alongside stories of growth, breakthrough and global influence are the personal challenges, family trials and costly decisions that shaped Terry’s life and ministry:
- A fascinating account of the Newfrontiers movement’s origins and development
- An inspiring testimony of what God can do through a life wholly devoted to Him
- Points readers not to the achievements of a man but the faithfulness of God
More than a biography, Building God’s House by Andy Johnston is a story of faith, perseverance and servant-hearted leadership.
Carefully researched and engagingly written, ‘Building God’s House’ is an inspirational and highly-informative account of one of the outstanding spiritual giants and great gospel pioneers of our time. I commend it wholeheartedly.
John Risbridger, director of training for the Catalyst network of churches
Terry has been one of the giants of the faith. I would urge every evangelical leader to read it. It will encourage them to greater passion for God and deeper devotion to his service.
John Stevens, National Director FIEC