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For some people “Pentecostal” is a new word. Although it has become much more common in recent years, its roots go back to an ancient Jewish feast and, more recently, to the first outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the earliest Christian believers. Because this initial outpouring of the Spirit took place on the Day of Pentecost, those who experience a similar infilling of the Spirit are known as Pentecostals. They look to the book of Acts as a guide for how to live out their Christian faith.

The Apostolic Church: In the Twenty-First Century is a collection of articles and essays on the nature and mission of the church. Written in an accessible style, this book will help both ministers and laypersons understand how to live out their faith in the community we know as the church.

In the shifting culture of our diverse, postmodern world, it is important to understand what we believe and why we believe it. In this collection of writings, David K. Bernard's trusted voice calls us to steadfastly adhere to the universal truth claims of apostolic faith. And in so doing, we will step into a Pentecostal future of explosive growth and unprecedented revival.

Jeremy Painter’s insightful commentary takes the listener through an inductive study of the letters of Paul, starting with Romans, I and II Corinthians, and followed by the rest of Paul’s writings to the churches in ancient Greece and Asia Minor, the Pastoral Epistles, and Philemon. The careful and well-researched notes will benefit ministers and saints alike.

The abridged A History of Christian Doctrine contains material from all three volumes of David K. Bernard’s comprehensive analysis of church history. Covering events from AD first century through the end of the 20th century, the listener will find out why certain biblical doctrines were abandoned, how certain unbiblical doctrines were embraced, and learn about the origins of many of the denominations that exist today.

Jesus’ command to “go make disciples” is the foundational precept of the Great Commission. Pastor Stan Gleason explores the church’s critical mandate to make disciples from biblical, theoretical, and practical viewpoints. An accomplished disciple maker himself, the author encourages every believer to make disciples.

Handbook on the Pentateuch is part of the eight-volume Apostolic Handbook series. In this volume, Chris Paris surveys the Pentateuch from both literary and theological viewpoints and introduces us to literary techniques such as type scenes, recurring motifs, and irony. Becoming aware of these techniques produces a reading of the text that deepens our appreciation for the God behind the text.

The Handbook on the Historical Books is the first of eight volumes in the brand new Apostolic Handbook Series. Covering the span of books from Joshua through Esther, Chris Paris has written a highly accessible and thoroughly researched volume with new insight and practical application for us today. Your understanding of the historical books will be greatly enriched by listening to this audiobook.

The Handbook on the Prophets is part of the eight-volume Apostolic Handbook series. In this volume, Jared Runck presents a broad survey of the five books of the major prophets while David Johnson dives deep into the world of the 12 minor prophets. In sum, the message of the prophets of the Old Testament proclaims the promise of a better future through the salvation provided by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Spiritual Leadership in the 21st Century provides a comprehensive introduction to spiritual leadership drawn from David K. Bernard’s extensive experience as a church planter, teacher, pastor, college and seminary president, and superintendent. Suited to preachers, pastors, or any leader in the local church, this book will be valuable as a training tool for those who are developing their ministry, a resource for those who are active in ministry, or as a general guide to exploring the possibility of a ministerial call.

A difference-maker is a person who has felt a call of God on his or her life, and has responded with determination and a resolve to fulfill that call. This book contains seven core principles that will help us fulfill God’s ultimate plan and purpose for our lives and energize the course of our ministry for life. Listen to it, study it, and absorb the advice and wisdom contained herein. God’s purpose for you will be made progressively clear as you plan your next steps, begin to take action, and thoroughly implement these principles in your life.

The biblical revelation of the one true God, including the identity of Jesus Christ as God manifest in the flesh, is the foundation of the Christian faith. The Oneness of God is a thorough biblical exposition of the oneness of God and the deity of Jesus Christ, with answers to objections and explanations of difficult passages of Scripture.

Spiritual growth is a normal process for every spiritually healthy Christian believer. Though it takes time and effort to follow the spiritual disciplines outlined in this book, those who do so will grow in grace. Some of the disciplines included are: Worship, prayer, fasting, giving, waiting, and contentment.

In Churchwork, Rodney Shaw provides pastors', ministry leaders', and volunteers' invaluable wisdom and insight to optimize the performance of ministry teams. With fresh perspectives on follower-centric leadership and courageous followership, this book will bring clarity to your vision. As you begin to implement the principles in this book, you can expect to see results.

These truths will come alive in your studies and excite you with fundamental principles of holiness as taught in the Scriptures.

This audiobook discusses the inspiration, canon, transmission, translation, and interpretation of scripture. It answers questions such as: How do we know the Bible is God's Word? Does the Bible contain errors? and How can we interpret the Bible properly?

Featuring interviews with preachers such as Tom Foster, Stan Gleason, T. F. Tenney, Claudette Walker, Raymond Woodward, and many more, Life Preaching "presents preaching from the human perspective based on interviews with some of the outstanding preachers of our day. The author skillfully introduces the topic with solid commentary, and then illuminates it with the experiences and accumulated wisdom of those who have lived the preacher’s life.

David K. Bernard investigates the theology of holiness, provides historical perspectives on practical holiness issues, and delves into topics such as dress, hair, marriage and divorce, abortion, and astrology.

Handbook on the Gospels is part of the eight-volume Apostolic Handbook Series. The author takes us on a journey of multiple expeditions throughout the ancient Mediterranean world and introduces us to a cast of characters who were instrumental in preserving the story of Jesus. Although the tone is conversational, the scholarship underlying the conversation is robust.

The Handbook on the General Epistles and Revelation is part of the eight-volume Apostolic Handbook series. In this volume, Jeremy Painter brings his creative pen and deep insight to Hebrews, James, Jude, and I and II Peter while Jeffrey Brickle deftly tackles the Epistles of John and the Book of Revelation. God still speaks through these books today, and if we tune our ears, we can grasp his message.