{"product_id":"bridges-not-barriers-derrick-kitayiga-9798990110823","title":"Bridges Not Barriers","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do so many people stay away from church, and what can believers do about it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMillions of people have distanced themselves from church or walked away from faith altogether. In \u003cem\u003eBridges, Not Barriers\u003c\/em\u003e, Derrick Kitayiga explores the underlying reasons and offers a hopeful, practical way forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing on personal experience, Scripture, current research, and honest conversations, Kitayiga examines how churches-often with the best intentions-can unintentionally create obstacles that leave people feeling unseen, unwelcome, or misunderstood. Rather than assigning blame, he invites readers into a thoughtful process of self-examination and renewal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book is organized into three sections: \u003cstrong\u003eUnderstanding the Barriers\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eThe Wounds That Drive People Away\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eBuilding Bridges That Last\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each section combines insight with practical application, guiding readers to recognize hidden barriers, respond with empathy, and foster genuine connection rooted in Christ's love.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBridges, Not Barriers\u003c\/em\u003e includes reflective questions and actionable guidance designed to help individuals and churches rebuild trust, extend authentic hospitality, and refocus on welcoming people to Jesus, not merely into a building.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book will appeal to believers seeking to understand why friends or family resist church, church leaders concerned about disengagement, and thoughtful readers who remain curious about Jesus despite past hurt. Compassionate, honest, and constructive, it offers a timely invitation to stop guarding the gates and start building bridges that lead to lasting faith and belonging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Derrick Kitayiga\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798990110823\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfull Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 02\/11\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 162\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.50lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.35d","brand":"Derrick Kitayiga","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48443165671679,"sku":"9798990110823","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_be332640-217b-4b20-91ef-5241f6d828ba.jpg?v=1777202280","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/bridges-not-barriers-derrick-kitayiga-9798990110823","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}