Press Kit
About the Book
The Church of Me: The Rise of Self in the House of God
In The Church of Me, Ryan Ford delivers a bold and timely message to today’s Church. With biblical clarity and pastoral insight, he exposes how personal preference, comfort, and identity have quietly replaced Christ as the center of worship.
This book challenges readers to examine how faith has been reshaped around individual desires rather than biblical truth. It calls believers to rediscover humility, repentance, and devotion to Christ above all else.
The Church of Me is both a warning and an invitation—a call to turn away from self-made religion and return to surrendered, Christ-centered faith.
Release Date: April 21, 2026
Formats: Print & Kindle
Available On: Amazon, Barnes and Noble
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Key Themes
• Christ-centered vs. self-centered faith
• Modern idolatry and spiritual complacency
• Biblical discipleship
• Cultural Christianity
• Spiritual humility
• True repentance and surrender
• The authority of Scripture
• Revitalizing the Church
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Key Messages
• “When faith becomes about me, the gospel shrinks.”
• “The greatest threat to the Church today is not persecution, but self-worship.”
• “The Church does not need to be reinvented—it needs to be realigned with Christ.”
• “Comfort has replaced conviction in much of modern Christianity.”
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Book Summary (Short Version)
The Church of Me confronts the growing trend of self-centered faith and challenges believers to return to Christ as the true center of worship, discipleship, and life.
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Suggested Interview Topics
Ryan is available to speak on topics including:
• The dangers of self-centered Christianity
• How culture has reshaped modern faith
• Rediscovering biblical discipleship
• Church revitalization
• Preaching truth in a comfort-driven culture
• Raising spiritually grounded believers
• Leadership in challenging times
• Pastoral ministry in the modern era
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Sample Interview Questions
1. What inspired you to write The Church of Me?
2. How has self-centered faith affected today’s Church?
3. What are the biggest challenges facing pastors today?
4. How can churches return to biblical discipleship?
5. What does true spiritual surrender look like?
6. How can believers resist cultural pressure?
7. What practical steps can churches take toward renewal?
8. How do you define authentic faith?
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Notable Quotes
“When faith becomes about me, the gospel shrinks.”
“The most dangerous idol in the Church is the one we call ‘self.’”
“Jesus did not die to build comfortable Christians—He died to redeem surrendered disciples.”
“We were never meant to follow Christ on our terms.”
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Media & Speaking Availability
Ryan is available for:
• Podcast interviews
• Radio and TV appearances
• Church conferences
• Revivals and retreats
• Leadership training
• Guest preaching
• Online events
• Book signings
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Press & Media Use
Members of the media are welcome to use:
• Official book cover images
• Promotional graphics
• Author photos
• Excerpts (with attribution)
For permissions or high-resolution assets, please contact below.
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Contact Information
Media & Booking Inquiries:
Email: ryan@gracefellowshipsnyder.com
Phone: 325-573-5416
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thechurchofmebook
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thechurchofmebook/
