Spiritual Church

Nearly all the chapters and the title of the book, was given to me one afternoon in June, 1896, while traveling on the train from Toronto to Detroit I have not been able to put into the book all the things that I had hoped to, and have had to write out many of the chapters at intervals, amid other pressing labors. Amid the multitude of books in recent years on Christian holiness, most of them treat of the human side, explaining sin, consecration, faith, and religious duties. A very few of them treat mainly of the Divine side, of the perfection of the Divine nature; and I know of none that ...

"FOR THE TIME IS NEAR: THE SEVEN CHURCHES OF REVELATION" explains the messages conveyed to the seven churches addressed in the book of Revelation, revealing their profound relevance to our lives today. Each chapter meticulously dissects the messages conveyed to these ancient congregations, offering profound insights into their spiritual challenges and enduring lessons. From the fervent love of Ephesus to the lukewarmness of Laodicea, discover how these timeless admonitions and encouragements resonate with contemporary faith and daily struggles. Moreover, this enlightening journey doesn't ...

In Radical, David Platt’s plea for Christians to take back their faith from the American Dream resonated with readers everywhere, and the book quickly became a New York Times best seller. Now in Radical Together, the author broadens his call, challenging us to unite around a gospel-centered vision.

What do we learn from St. Joseph? Saint Joseph teaches us virtue, especially practicing patience and silence, which is very hard to do. Saint Joseph is always calm, always peaceful. He is a great model for interior life. He was in a constant state of communion with God, something we should all imitate. His work was his prayer and his prayer was his work. St. Joseph is a powerful patron. He is, as John Paul II called him, the Guardian of the Redeemer. He humbly accepted his role as guardian, husband and father in the Holy Family. Therefore, St. Joseph’s intercession has been sought for ...

You have been set apart for such a time as this. God wants to perform wonders and great exploits through a holy, set apart people. The question is have you given your life completely to the Lord and his purposes? This level of commitment and consecration comes only by having a prophetic vision of the returning Jesus. As God’s people give themselves completely to him and his kingdom purpose, they will become catalysts for bringing the awakening and reformation that has been prophesied.

Sandy Robinson knew that sleeping with her priest was a bad idea. But how could she escape Fr. Mark’s hold? In the moving saga "The Church Girl And The Priest," Sandy finds herself entangled in a forbidden embrace, an arrangement she knew was ill-fated from the start. The veiled Friday night meetings only intensified her internal struggle. Would her late grandmother, whose words guided her every move, approve of this new liaison? Sandy grapples with the inner conflict between her desire for love and the weight of obedience to her priest's every command. Teri M. Bethel’s signature style ...

While evangelicalism dukes it out about who can be church leaders, the rest of the 98 percent of us need to be well equipped to see where we fit in God's household and why that matters. Recovering from Biblical Manhood and Womanhood is a resource to help church leaders improve the culture of their church and disciple men and women in their flock to read, understand, and apply Scripture to their lives in the church. Until both men and women grow in their understanding of their relationship to Scripture, there will continue to be tension between the sexes in the church.

Many people today, especially among emerging generations, don't resonate with the church and organized Christianity. Some are leaving the church and others were never part of the church in the first place. Yet often they are still spiritually open and fascinated with Jesus. This is a ministry resource book exploring six of the most common objections and misunderstandings emerging generations have about the church and Christianity.

From the first persecutions of the Jews in the fourth century to the horrors of the Holocaust, from Israel-bashing in today's press to anti-Semitism spouted from the pulpit, this painful book tells the tragic story that every Christian must listen to. In a freshly updated and expanded edition of this pivotal work, Dr. Michael Brown exposes the faulty theological roots that opened the door to anti-Semitism in church history, explaining why well-meaning believers so often fall into the trap of hate...and showing how you can bring an end to the cycle of violence.

Think about an incredibly joyful event in your life. Do you remember how you couldn’t wait to talk about it? You were willing and eager to have a conversation about it with anyone who would listen! Why doesn’t our excitement for Jesus overflow from our lives in a similar and natural way? In this book, Thom Rainer explores what makes so many Christians hesitant to talk about the greatest news the world has ever heard. There are real obstacles, challenges, and fears, but God is bigger and stronger than these hurdles.

“Worship is personal; no one can worship God on your behalf” - Richard Jama Are you hungry for more in your spiritual life? Do you long to encounter God, not just in church, but in every moment? In Worship - The God Experience, a team of worshippers led by Niyi Adeoshun invites you into a deeper understanding of true worship - not as a performance but as a life-transforming relationship with God. This inspirational and practical book explores how to cultivate God's presence daily, break free from routine, and experience powerful, personal encounters with Him. Learn the difference ...

Have you opened all the gifts God has for you? When it comes to studying spiritual gifts of the Holy Spirit, service gifts might seem less fascinating than power gifts like healing or miracles. But look again. Think how the humble graces of service work hand-in-hand with the full range of supernatural power gifts. Did you know the gift of encouragement could stir the voice of prophecy? Administrative gifts can be empowered by distinguishing of spirits. Hospitality opens the door to healing. Words of wisdom enrich ministry. Intercessory prayer ministry can be divinely super-charged with ...

Founding pastor of New Hope Christian Fellowship in Honolulu, Hawaii Wayne Cordeiro speaks the truth in love, offering wisdom and insight to walk alongside leaders as they face the challenges and hardships of planting and leading churches, while providing encouragement and inspiration for the journey. You many find yourself in a season of sifting. If you respond correctly, this season can be every bit as important as the time of harvest. Sifting builds the muscle of faith, giving us what we need for what lies just around the corner.

For years, we have learned principles of individual spiritual warfare. Yet, as the end times are upon us, the forces of darkness are intensifying their attacks around the world. For this next season, says renowned prophetic leader Dr. Bill Hamon, we as the church must up the ante and learn to fight on a higher level than we ever have, in corporate spiritual warfare. With wisdom, urgency, and keen prophetic insight, Hamon lays the biblical foundation for this final level of warfare and tells how we, as the church, can prepare to work in unity to become the army of the Lord.

Preaching is more than simply delivering a message—it is the lifeline that connects the congregation with God’s heart in every season of their spiritual journey. As a pastor or church leader, it is vital to understand that each sermon you preach must resonate with the current spiritual condition of your church. Crafting the right message for the right time requires discernment, spiritual anointing, and a deep understanding of the congregation’s needs. In Preaching the Right Sermon to Your Church: How to Discern and Deliver God’s Message for Every Season, we will explore how to ...

In this book, I help parents navigate local church life through the ordinary means of grace in preaching, singing, praying, fellowship, and even in the hardships and trials. Don't miss the treasures. As a great tour guide, you need to help your children see the opportunities there. Help them experience the beautiful things God has in store for families who prioritize gathering with the redeemed in local churches.

For many Christians, "church" is defined by attending an occasional Sunday service mired in an audience mentality. Virtually ineffective and having no impact, we have become a cultural Christianity that creates passive believers. Yet the Church is meant for so much more!

Two Cultures. One God. Who Do You Serve? Today’s church is struggling. We attend services on Sunday and live our busy lives the rest of the week. We praise God with our words, yet our hearts are far from him. Unfortunately, it shows in our strained relationship with Jesus and with others. Jealousy. Vanity. Pride. Gluttony. Exclusion. Criticalness. Gossip. The church has become so blessed and accustomed to the good life that our fervor for the things of God has diminished, and we have let sin slip into our lives and onto our church pews. In Worldly Culture in a Holy Church, author Janice ...

What does the Bible mean when it says we are to fear God? Is it difficult for you to reconcile the two sides of God’s nature - His wrath and His love? Mattie Montgomery teaches that a right pursuit of the fear, fire, and fullness of God can lead you into the knowledge of a side of God you may never have imagined before. He notes that the fear of God does not mean that we should be afraid of God; but rather, that we should be afraid to be against Him.

Here are only a few of the new friends you'll meet in TEENAGE CHRISTIAN: ASHLEY wins a songwriting contest and backstage passes to meet her favorite rock star, but discovers there's only one true Rock worthy of her love. MELISSA dreads attending a new high school, but learns that unknown roads are often mapped out by God. NICOLE and her best friend must spend Valentine's Day at a nursing home where both encounter real love when they least expect it. WHITNEY suffers from insomnia, but a heavenly cure brings sweet dreams. JESSICA feels like she's missing out on Halloween fun, then learns ...