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But will God so "bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ", that no wandering thought will find a place in the mind, even while we remain in the body? So some have vehemently maintained; yea, have affirmed that none are perfected in love unless they are so far perfected in understanding, that all wandering thoughts are done away; unless not only every affection and temper be holy and just and good, but every individual thought which arises in the mind be wise and regular.

The five-fold ministry, as outlined in Ephesians 4:11-13, plays a crucial role in the spiritual development, unity, and mission of the Church. These ministry roles are foundational to the health and growth of the body of Christ and serve as a means through which the Church is equipped to fulfill its divine calling. The five-fold ministry consists of the roles of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers, each contributing uniquely to the mission of guiding believers into maturity and preparing the Church for the second coming of Jesus Christ. The purpose of these ministries is ...

Unleashing the Power of Rubber Bands is an engaging and insightful look into the qualities, attributes, and practices that turn ordinary leaders into extraordinary ones. At times challenging, at times candid, but always inspiring, Unleashing the Power of Rubber Bands will bring out the best in even the most seasoned leaders.

This book has been written to outline the worldview, practices, and history of Islam, to help non-Muslims understand their Muslim friends and neighbors better. Topics covered include the Islamic sacred books and articles of faith, the key religious observances, and the differences to be found among Muslims. The story of Islam is traced from its beginnings in the seventh century to the present. Non-Muslims who listen to this book will gain an understanding of why Muslims think and act as they do.

El ABC de la predicación es el nuevo libro del Dr. Pablo A. Jiménez. Este breve libro ofrece respuestas a 18 preguntas básicas sobre el arte cristiano de la predicación. El texto explora cómo diseñar un sermón efectivo, empleando las técnicas sugeridas por el estudio de la homilética contemporánea. Este breve libro apenas introduce al lector o a la lectora a la predicación. Aquellas personas que deseen una introducción general pueden leer otras publicaciones del Dr. Jiménez en el campo de la predicación. Esperamos que la lectura de este manual sea de beneficio a su ministerio ...

Here’s the truth: If you don’t get people engaged with your message at the start, they’ll be distracted as your message moves along. With these stories, you’ll have exactly what you need to master the art of the start! These stories aren’t the “Everyone gather around while I tell you a story” kind of stories. And they aren’t the “Once upon a time” kind of stories either. These stories come from weird news, current events, and interesting moments in history. It’s so much fun when you connect them to the topics of your sermons!

The Pulpit Series, which is exclusive to the Jack Hyles Library, is a preservation in print of the sermons of Jack Hyles. Volume One contains conference sermons preached by Dr. Jack Hyles from the years 1983-1991. While these sermons are from the past, they resound with relevant truths for the Christian today.

As a preacher, you are the response of Heaven to the cry of your city!Clarify your calling, strengthen your character, and develop your craft as a preacher.In this book, Samuel Deuth, the author of the best selling book, Following Jesus, shares from his 20+ years of preaching and ministry leadership experience.Whether you're just beginning in ministry or you've been following the call for years, this book will stir and encourage you in three specific areas that are the building blocks of your ministry role.This book from Samuel Deuth, is packed with powerful and practical training to help ...

The road to destiny often looks more like a mess than a masterpiece. If we aren’t careful, we will fall into the trap of believing that God calls perfect people to fulfill His perfect plan. Yet, His history proves that He uses imperfect people to accomplish powerful things. If your life has been anything less than perfect, this book is for you! Join Caleb Pierce as he unpacks this powerful message of hope!

The Stories of Will Willimon will expose listeners to the joy, agony, thankfulness, greed, trust, fear, healing, suffering, laughter, weeping, yearning, irony, hatred, and love. Listeners may see themselves or their friends, at times, in these stories. Fellow storytellers are likely to retell these stories to friends, family, colleagues, and churches. Preachers will find illustrative materials to support their sermons, and all listeners will be inspired by the insights into the Christian faith provided.

Preach - Pray - Heal. Book 1: When Kingdoms Collide: A ministers essential guide on how to bring the kingdom of God to earth in their ministry. Book 2: How to Preach the Gospel with Power: Learn how to take these elements them and bring the ministry that God has given you to the next level. Book 3: Healed & Whole: Are you ready to receive your healing? You can be hurt, even in ministry. Are you ready to be made whole? It's time to be made whole.

If receiving your sermon comes easy to you but preaching it in a coherent, flowing, powerful delivery does not, then this audiobook is for you. Sermon Crunch will help you tremendously in sermon writing and preaching!

Compiled with the intent to improve the preaching standards in churches at the time and to increase pastoral understanding of Christianity, Homilies is a comprehensive overview of Christian theology, the history and impact of the Reformation, and daily applications of faith and doctrine. The sermons included here dive into the issues and questions of salvation, Christian living, justification by faith, the weight of sin, and many more impactful themes and ideals.

Are you prepared for the return of Christ? In these uncertain times, every Christian must ask themselves: Am I truly ready for the Rapture? In Practical Steps to Be Rapture Ready, this comprehensive guide offers a clear roadmap to ensure your heart, mind, and spirit are aligned with God’s eternal plan. Stop living in spiritual uncertainty and embrace the truth that Christ’s return is near. This book is more than just a manual; it’s a powerful, life-changing guide designed to transform your walk with God and prepare you for the most pivotal moment in human history. Whether you’re a ...

Este libro presenta las reglas o los principios hermenéuticos que son importantes a la hora de realizar el ejercicio de la interpretación bíblica. Los mismos han sido adquiridos, en su mayoría, a través del estudio de varios libros referentes al tema de la hermenéutica, otros mediante el ejercicio mismo de la interpretación y algunos los he aprendido reconociendo los errores hermenéuticos que he cometido en el pasado. Estos no pretenden ser una guía exhaustiva ni definitiva sobre el tema, pero las reglas hermenéuticas presentadas en este libro serán de gran utilidad y de ayuda a ...

Sure, you have some concept of a supreme being - but is your god-notion God? The one true God? The biblical God? The God who is? To anyone who has ears to hear, I simply say that it’s time to open the book and truly behold the dreadful holiness and terrifying awe of "I am". Certainly, it is long past time in this era of low-resolution preaching, denominational banality, and pervasive biblical illiteracy. For indeed, the Bible is unmistakably clear: “It is a terrifying thing to fall into the hands of the living God.” (Hebrews 10:31)

Tony Campolo and Mary Albert Darling have teamed up to explore the dynamic connection that occurs when spirituality/spiritual practices are combined with effective communication practices. Churches and other religious organizations depend on the ability of their leaders and members to communicate (speak, teach, and preach) within their congregations and beyond. This important, practical guide will reveal Campolo's preaching secrets and Darling's wise counsel as a professor of communication.

Con este audiolibro podrás escuchar la Pasión de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo según el evangelio de San Lucas en las que se relatan los últimos momentos del hijo de Dios en este mundo.

This book has grown from two great desires of my heart. The first is my constant passion to increase the effectiveness of the ministry to which God has called me. I have a deep hunger to see souls saved and saints receive a greater measure of grace, so they are equipped to tackle the unique problems of our society.

Through a study of three key chapters in Matthew's Gospel (chapters eight to 10), Taylor argues that Matthew wanted people to understand God's perspective on the times in which we live. Through an analysis of the way in which Matthew presents the miracles Jesus performed and the teaching he gave his disciples, Taylor concludes that we do not live in a day which calls for judgment and condemnation, but rather one demanding gut-wrenching compassion for sinners and a bold proclamation of the forgiveness of sins Jesus came to bring.