Jeff J. Neal - Hold the Rope: Having a Heart for the Lost

HOLD the ROPE

What others are saying:

Jeff & Shonn clearly communicate both Biblically and personally how to effectively share the message of Gods love and forgiveness.

Dr. Bill Jones, President Columbia International
University and Graduate School
for Missions Columbia, South Carolina

Shonn and Jeff have hit a home-run with Hold the Rope. This book is practical, easy to understand, and easy to implement. This book is a must read for all Christians.

Clay NeSmith, Lead Pastor, Barefoot Church
North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Shonn and Jeff have a passion for reaching people for Jesus Christ. This book gives a practical and intentional strategy to help believers share the hope they have in Jesus Christ in everyday life. I highly encourage every believer to read this book.

Robert Lutz, Senior Pastor
Shiloh Baptist Church Saraland, Alabama

There are many people who write books based on information they know, but Jeff and Shonn write this book on truths they live. This is not just information they preach; these are principles they practice day in and day out. You will not only be encouraged to share your faith with others by reading this book, you will also be equipped to share your faith with those you come into contact with every day.

Jared Douglas, President
getalifeministries, Red Oak, Texas

Jeff and Shonn share a unique insight in witnessing to every culture, social status and age group.

They have continually held the rope for millions of people, preaching the Good News around the globe each year. This book will inspire and motivate all who love God to share His grace and love with others.

Brandon Hensley President,
Team Impact Ministries Dallas, TX

JEFF J. NEAL SHONN KEELS

HOLD the ROPE

HAVING A HEART FOR THE LOST

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As a Senior Pastor, I have held multiple evangelistic outreaches; however, I have not held any events more fruitful than the crusades with Team Impact Ministries. While conducting these crusades, I have had the privilege of becoming friends with two of their lead evangelists, Jeff Neal and Shonn Keels. These men preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a way that is both theologically sound and incredibly compelling. Because of their clear Biblical preaching and unquestionable integrity, these men have been asked to preach in some of the greatest churches around the world.

In their book, Hold the Rope, they have employed their many years of ministerial experience to provide a wake up call for the Church. In our effort to relate to the world, we have forgotten God has actually called us to go out and reach the lost. In a very straight forward and interesting way, Hold the Rope gives us practical and Biblically grounded ways to get others close to Jesus. I pray you will not only read this book; but, you will utilize the methods these men and this book. It is my desire after you read this book you are compelled to hold the rope and get others close to Jesus.

Dr. David Uth

Senior Pastor, First Baptist Church

Orlando, Florida

From Jeff:

This book comes from a passage in Scripture that has become my mandate from God. However, the reason I am capable of fulfilling this call is because of the willing sacrifice of my family. I want to first thank my beautiful wife Cindy, who has allowed me to travel around the world for the last 16 years to share the Good News of Jesus. Words cannot express how much I love you and how thankful I am that God allowed you to be my wife.

I also want to thank my lovely daughter Brooke for her sweet spirit and her gracious input in the editing process. Brooke, your mother and I are blessed to have such a talented daughter. I also want to acknowledge my two sons Dawson and Graham. I love you boys and I know that God has His hand on you to do great things.

Finally, I want to thank the leadership of Team Impact Ministries: Brandon Hensley, Jeff Audas, Keenan Smith, Siolo Tauaefa, and Berry Handley. You men are some of my best friends and I will be eternally grateful that God has collectively called us to hold the rope and get the world close to Jesus.

From Shonn:

Thank you God for the gift of evangelism, and the opportunity to share it with others in print form. Thank you Bonnie, Brelin, and Baylee for supporting and encouraging me along this journey we call life. Your love and support help fuel my passion to make Christ known and to encourage others to do the same.