What stands between you and living an authentic Spirit-filled life? Do you want to experience the Holy Spirit more but are afraid of what that truly means? In Simply Spirit-Filled, internationally acclaimed theologian Andrew Gabriel says if you want to experience all the Holy Spirit has to offer, you must become more aware of the ways the Spirit is already quietly at work in and around you. By blending theology, practical steps, and a touch of humor, this book brings clarity to praying in tongues, spiritual gifts, dreams and visions, and miracles. Simply Spirit-Filled is a biblically rooted and well-informed introduction to some of the basics of the charismatic tradition.
The Lord is the Spirit (2 Cor 3:17) . . . and yet one might be excused for thinking otherwise when reading studies on God's attributes - omnipotence, omniscience, omnipresence, immutability, impassibility, and the like. Although Christians throughout theages have defended the deity of the Holy Spirit, theologians have not adequately taken the doctrine of the Holy Spirit into account when formulating a theology of the divine attributes. The resulting understandings of God fall short of being fully Trinitarian. Gabriel builds on contemporary Trinitarian theology by advocating for the integration of insights from pneumatology into the doctrine of God's attributes. Three case studies are presented: impassibility, immutability, and omnipotence. Gabriel writes from an evangelical and Pentecostal vantage point as he engages in ecumenical dialogue with a wide spectrum of historical and contemporary theological voices.
Theologians working on the doctrine of creation are compelled to wrestle with Karl Barth's explication of this doctrine. And yet, studies on Barth have not paid a significant amount of attention to this aspect of his theology. To help fill this gap, Gabriel introduces and clarifies Barth's doctrine of creation by outlining its contours and evaluating three prominent critiques of Barth--critiques that focus on questions regarding the place of nature, the Trinity, Jesus, and history in his doctrine. Gabriel finds value in these critiques, while also identifying ways in which Barth's theology sometimes adequately addresses them. Through this, Gabriel mines insights from Barth that can contribute to a theology of nature or ecological theology and a Trinitarian theology of creation.
Johannine Writings and Apocalyptic provides a wide-ranging and thorough annotated bibliography for John's Gospel, the Johannine letters, Revelation, and apocalyptic writings pertinent to these books. More inclusive than many other bibliographies, this volume provides reference to over 1300 individual entries, often including references to multiple works with a given description. Annotations are designed to provide guidance to a wide range of readers, from students wishing to gain entry to the subject to graduate students engaging in research to professors needing ready access to useful materials. The volume is topically organized and indexed for easy access.
What stands between you and living an authentic Spirit-filled life? Do you want to experience the Holy Spirit more but are afraid of what that truly means? In Simply Spirit-Filled, internationally acclaimed theologian Andrew Gabriel says if you want to experience all the Holy Spirit has to offer, you must become more aware of the ways the Spirit is already quietly at work in and around you. By blending theology, practical steps, and a touch of humor, this book brings clarity to praying in tongues, spiritual gifts, dreams and visions, and miracles. Simply Spirit-Filled is a biblically rooted and well-informed introduction to some of the basics of the charismatic tradition.
The Lord is the Spirit" (2 Cor 3:17) . . . and yet one might be excused for thinking otherwise when reading studies on God's attributes--omnipotence, omniscience, omnipresence, immutability, impassibility, and the like. Although Christians throughout the ages have defended the deity of the Holy Spirit, theologians have not adequately taken the doctrine of the Holy Spirit into account when formulating a theology of the divine attributes. The resulting understandings of God fall short of being fully Trinitarian. Gabriel builds on contemporary Trinitarian theology by advocating for the integration of insights from pneumatology into the doctrine of God's attributes. Three case studies are presented: impassibility, immutability, and omnipotence. Gabriel writes from an evangelical and Pentecostal vantage point as he engages in ecumenical dialogue with a wide spectrum of historical and contemporary theological voices.
Given the increasing shift of care from state residential services to community-based support, this book examines the complex geographies of family caregiving for young adults with intellectual disabilities. It traces how family ‘carers’ are directly and indirectly affected by a broad array of law and policy, including family policy, disability legislation, and health and community care restructuring policy. Each of these has material and institutional effects and is premised on the discourses, ideologies, and interactions in the state over time. Focusing on the welfare models of England, the US and Ireland, this book compares the welfare ideologies in each country and examines how the specific historical, cultural, and political contexts give rise to different landscapes of care and disability. Further, the book explores the unique lifeworlds of family carers of young adults with intellectual disability within the broader landscape of care in which they are situated.
Theologians working on the doctrine of creation are compelled to wrestle with Karl Barth's explication of this doctrine. And yet, studies on Barth have not paid a significant amount of attention to this aspect of his theology. To help fill this gap, Gabriel introduces and clarifies Barth's doctrine of creation by outlining its contours and evaluating three prominent critiques of Barth--critiques that focus on questions regarding the place of nature, the Trinity, Jesus, and history in his doctrine. Gabriel finds value in these critiques, while also identifying ways in which Barth's theology sometimes adequately addresses them. Through this, Gabriel mines insights from Barth that can contribute to a theology of nature or ecological theology and a Trinitarian theology of creation.
In fifty-six short narratives, GodStories explores the beautiful, triumphant, often heartbreaking and always glorious stories that make up the gospel of God—GodStories. Just as we have one God in three persons, and one church made up of many people, so in Scripture we have one gospel made up of many stories. Inside readers will rediscover the glorious mission of God, freedom from sin, and how the promises of God never fail. Andrew Wilson brings these GodStories to life with fresh and relevant insights on how the stories of Scripture profoundly affect your faith and theology. Prepare to be stunned and in total amazement at the many-faceted gospel story, the greatest story ever told.
What Is God’s Grace—and What Does It Mean for You? Grace. It’s a word we’ve heard since the very first step in our faith journey—but do we really believe in God’s grace? Grace raises eyebrows. It begs questions. Grace turns everything upside down. The Grace Message invites you to discover the best flavor of Christianity and celebrate the good news of the Gospel to the fullest. Here, you’ll learn: • how to abandon rule-based living and stop trying to measure up • why your new identity in Jesus matters more than you can imagine • how you can now enjoy God’s New Covenant way of grace Bestselling author and radio host Andrew Farley’s no-nonsense straight talk will awaken you to a revolutionary perspective every healthy Christian should have. Life is too short to miss out on God’s best—and what you don’t know can hinder you from experiencing Jesus in every area of your life. So if you’ve been weighed down by ruthless religion, or you’ve been searching for that high-octane version of the Gospel that you know must be out there somewhere, here it is. This thought-provoking book will challenge you to dismiss the lies you’ve believed and to make up your own mind about how big God’s grace really is. “Andrew Farley shows why the good news is actually great news. This extraordinary, battle-tested message of hope and freedom has a proven track record of transforming lives. The Grace Message is bursting with truth. The love of God practically drips from its pages. Read it and see for yourself!” —Bart Millard, singer/songwriter for MercyMe
Recent surveys indicate that the vast majority of Christians, those claiming to be born-again, believe that their salvation is at least in part dependent upon their behavior and actions. Yes, they believe Jesus died for their sins, but once they accept Him as their Savior they believe they must still meet a certain standard to be...
Have you ever felt frustrated trying to please God? Do you believe your relationship with Him is based on your performance? If the Christian life seems like a struggle, you need to transform the way you think. God has already made everything available, and you just need to receive it! In this booklet, learn: What the Bible says about grace and faith That through Jesus, you've already got it How to live just as you received Christ The true meaning of the sabbath rest
Hope from the Garden of Eden to the End of the Patmos Island is an inspired biblical commentary and spiritual guidebook that explores the biblical narrative from Genesis to Revelation and it should offer readers a way to think about Gods plan and the hope that He has given to all of us through His Son, Jesus Christ. In this life, each person is destined to contend with trials and tribulations. However, we are not alone even though we are forced to face these issues. Hope from the Garden of Eden to the End of the Patmos Island, author Andrew presents us with a Bible study that shares the hope of the Lord, discussing the fact that God promised a Messianic hope at the time of fall; how Jesus crucifixion and the resurrection gives hope to us;how the reconciliation with God would give us a hope; and many more subjects that affect Christians today. In this six-chapter study, Choi takes us through the Scriptures from the first book of the Bible to Revelation that gives a hope message. Each chapter focuses on a unique aspect of issues Christians face on a daily basis-from redemption to daily trials, overcoming depression.If you have ever wondered how to find hope in the Lord during times of struggle or how to forgive others and receive strength through the power of the Lord, Hope from the Garden of Eden to the End of the Patmos Island will show you the way.
In this thirty-one-day devotional, Andrew Murray draws upon the gospel parable of the vine and its branches to illustrate the beautiful relationship we are meant to have with Christ. Find out in these inspiring pages how you can... Dwell in God’s rich love Receive answers to your prayers Weather life’s difficult storms Establish unbroken communion with Christ Replace fear and doubt with lasting peace Rest in God’s secure protection Produce eternal results The fullness of God’s merciful loving kindness awaits you. You can come through life’s greatest difficulties safely, and every longing of your heart can be satisfied. Discover that, as you daily abide in the Vine, your branch will grow and bloom, enriched by the nourishing presence of the Lord.
52 readings, each with a scripture passage and prayer, from one of our most loved and respected Christian leaders and speakers. Each reading contains a story, often startling and arresting, from Andrew’s astonishingly eventful ministry, blended with his reflections on life and faith.
After the passing of Andrew A. Birtalan and wife, Margaret Birtalan, their son, Andrew F. Birtalan. was in possession of the manuscript. Andrew F. Birtalan passed away in 2008, leaving his son, Frank Birtalan, in possession of this written manuscript. After years of the manuscript sitting in the closet and Frank wanting to do something with his grandfather's book, while sitting and watching TV one night, he saw a commercial from Christian Faith Publishing company, and Frank decided to call. This led to the process of a written manuscript turning into a book for all to enjoy.Author Andrew A. Birtalan was a deeply religious man of God. As his grandson, Frank went to several services where he served as a substitute pastor. His grandfather had a deep understanding of the Bible and of God's Word. This manuscript has a way of explaining the Bible verses and how they apply to your life in the way God wants us to live, guiding us through the different stages of life. Grandson Frank Birtalan is proud to bring his grandfather's manuscript to light to the world and to keep his words alive through The Gathering Tide: In His Words.For a simple understanding of the journey of life, The Gathering Tide: In His Words will give you guidance and encouragement in faith and God's Word.55
Every so often, a book comes along that captures your mind as it subdues your imagination. This type of book not only speaks to your heart, but it also gives you that "aha moment" of understanding. Timeless Beings is one of those books.Pastor Drew's unique commentary style proves to be extremely informative and theologically sound, without being overly academic. He explains deep biblical truths in a way that makes them easy to understand, teach, and apply to everyday life.Whether you're a Bible scholar, a baby Christian, or a believer, somewhere in between, you'll find Pastor Drew's teachings in Timeless Beings to be a source of guidance which helps God's Word (the Bible) come alive in your life.
2011 Reprint of 1898 Edition. Andrew Murray's "True Vine" is a thirty-one day devotional focusing on Christ's Parable of the Vine and the Branches in John 15. The devotional for each day, though short, elaborates and expounds upon John 15, providing spiritual insight along the way. Murray repeats important themes--like abiding in Christ--throughout the different days. Noticing how they develop and grow with each successive read, countless small groups and individuals have found Murray's keen spiritual teachings fruitful. An excellent devotional, "True Vine"is recommended for daily spiritual nourishment. Andrew Murray (1828-1917) was an amazingly prolific Christian author. He lived and ministered as both a pastor and a writer from the towns and villages of South Africa. All of his publications were originally written in Dutch and then translated into English. As his popularity grew, Murray's books found their way into more than twelve foreign languages during his lifetime alone. Andrew Murray's early writings were primarily written for the edification of the believer. Includes lectures: "Absolute Surrender" "Separated Unto The Holy Spirit" "Peter's Repentance" "Impossible With Man, Possible With God" "Having Begun In The Spirit" "Kept By The Power Of God" "Ye Are The Branches" "Be Filled by the Holy Spirit" "The Blessedness of Being Filled with the Spirit" and others.
Andrew Murray was an amazingly prolific Christian writer and pastor. This book will inspire and influence readers to fill their God-ordained role a an intercessor in 31 short chapters.
This edition has been repackages and resized to coincide with the B format publication of Brother Andrew's latest best-seller SECRET BELIEVERS. God's Smuggler has thrilled and inspired readers now for almsot forty years. It tells the true story of how a young Dutchman risked his life to bring faith and hope to believers behind the Iron Curtain.
Pursue God's Dreams for Your Life Have you ever dreamed of your future but wonder how to make those dreams a reality? Are you seeking God’s plan for your life but unsure how it could happen? Do you feel there’s more for you, but you aren’t experiencing it? Find the answers you need by drawing inspiration from the life of Joseph, who is one of the greatest examples of character, perseverance, and destiny found in the Bible. Renowned Bible teacher and bestselling author Andrew Wommack highlights faith-filled lessons from Joseph’s life to guide you toward your own divine destiny. After years of hardship and setbacks, Joseph’s journey ultimately took him from the pit to the palace. And just as God transformed his life, He will do the same for you! As Andrew walks you through Joseph’s journey, you will learn: The power of resilient faith to turn trials into triumph Practical steps to discern, embrace, and fulfill your destiny The faith that never retreats from big dreams How to rise above every obstacle with God on your side The keys to unlocking divine favor Hold on to your God-given dreams, place your trust in God, and you will soon discover yourself fulfilling the remarkable destiny He has prepared for you, just as Joseph did.
I have felt drawn to try to write what young Christians might easily apprehend, as a help to them to take up that position in which the Christian life must be a success. It is as if there is not one of the principal temptations and failures of the Christian life that is not met here. The nearness, the all-sufficiency, the faithfulness of the Lord Jesus, the naturalness, the fruitfulness of a life of faith, are so revealed, that it is as if one could with confidence say, Let the parable enter into the heart, and all will be right. May the blessed Lord give the blessing. May He teach us to study the mystery of the Vine in the spirit of worship, waiting for God's own teaching. Andrew Murray was a South African writer, teacher, and Christian pastor. Murray considered missions to be "the chief end of the church." He was one of the founders of the South African General Mission (SAGM) later becoming the Africa Evangelical Fellowship (AEF) in 1965.
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