Lay persons in the church might be forgiven for imagining that the book of Revelation cannot be understood. There are many different interpretive schemes proposed, and hundreds of variations within those schemes. But the reader who is willing to spend the time will find real treasures in the study of this book, and Paul Himes has provided an excellent guide to some of the most important passages, as he looks at the messages to the seven churches, and even more importantly at the One who is...
What happens when a newspaper editor gives his primary editorial slot on Sundays to a pastor? In the case of Bob Cornwall, a pastor in Troy, Michigan, the result is a series of relevant, interesting, and challenging essays that go well beyond the local scene while still managing to be relevant to Americans in their local situation. Now extensively revised and organized as to theme, these essays form a coherent statement of progressive Christianity at work in the public square. At the same...
Why do we have four gospels in the New Testament? How were they written, preserved, and chosen? In Why Four Gospels? noted Greek and New Testament scholar David Alan Black concisely and clearly presents the case for the early development of the gospels, beginning with Matthew, rather than Mark. This is much more than a discussion of the order in which the gospels were written. Using both internal data from the gospels themselves and an exhaustive and careful examination of the statements of...
A Hallelujah Love Novel Still reeling from their pastor's sex scandal, the members of Gospel Truth Church need someone who can restore order. Enter Reverend Doctor Pastor Bishop Overseer Mister Stanley Obadiah Meshach Brook, Jr., who quickly sets up a code of ethics so strict even Jesus might not pass muster! But when the new rules send much of the flock fleeing, Reverend Doctor O turns to Reverend Stanley Lee and his wife, Passion, to lead a revival. But as far as Passion is concerned, the...
This book is power-packed with Bible teachings about how you can tap into the mighty, unlimited, supernatural power of God and allow Him to transform your life! <br><br>Jesus said that when the Holy Spirit came, He would lead us into all truth and teach us all things (John 14:26, John 16:13). He is your Comforter and Helper in times of need, and in the days in which we are living – as this world becomes darker and filled with chaos and confusion – you can call on...
Oral Roberts was barely making ends meet when he discovered the three key principles of Seed-Faith in God's Word. "They have never failed me," he shares. "When I had no earthly source or person to turn to, when I was alone with nothing but big problems and challenges facing me, these principles showed me God is my Source. They showed me how to use my giving as a seed I was planting, and to expect God to multiply it even if it took a...
In this book, Mike Bickle teaches on the biblical necessity of praying for your own heart to be strengthened and enlightened by the Holy Spirit's power. Using examples from his personal prayer list, Mike offers practical language to use in prayer, such as the descriptions and names of Jesus in the book of Revelation; he also shares the benefits of praying the prayers of the Bible, a practice which has provided focus and depth in his own prayer life. Creating a prayer list, along with...
How do you react when bad news visits your door? What happens when you are suddenly blind-sided and your life is being ravaged by a deadly, incurable disease? What do you do when it looks like your business is going down the tubes and you're about to lose everything financially? Where do you turn when you've just received the shocking news that your son or daughter is hooked on drugs or alcohol? <br><br>Does God have a miracle when bad news...
Hideout in the Apocalypse is about surveillance and the crushing of Australia's larrikin culture.<br><br>In the last three years the Australian government has prosecuted the greatest assault on freedom of speech in the nation's history.<br><br>The government knew from international research that when it introduced the panopticon, universal surveillance, into Australia it would have a devastating impact on the culture. <br><br>When people know...
Are You Attackable? <br><br>The storm is brewing. There is a spiritual battle raging all around us. As God sees the enemy lurking in the shadows, He reaches out to help us—but do we embrace Him, or do we slap His hand away?<br><br>When lightning strikes your peaceful and predictable life, how do you respond? Do you grip the hem of Jesus's garment in the face of betrayal, sickness, hardship, or debt, or do you allow the enemy to tear you away from your...
Book 1: WHAT CAN I DO FOR JESUS, SINCE EVERYDAY I ASK HIM TO DO SOMETHING FOR ME?!<br><br>This collections of fictitious short-stories is based on each identified esthetic need, that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ found so "invaluable", that those men and women whom professed to be co-heirs with Him, would be subjected unto "everlasting punishment" (v46) for neglecting the fulfillment of any of these charitable deeds. These holy...