Drawn from his personal combat experiences and his letters home, the author shares a first-hand perspective of his own and his fellow soldiers' experiences, highlighting how their time on the ground in Vietnam from 1967-1968 shaped their lives at their homecoming and beyond.
It’s Time to be Strong and of Good Courage*Leader’s Guide is designed to be used with the Strengthen Yourself in the Lord DVD Study.Today’s believer is faced with situations unknown fifty, thirty, even twenty years ago. To stand in victory and enter your hour of promotion, you must learn how to Strengthen Yourself in the...
This book is from the very words spoke by Bill Vincent during a Sound the Alarm Conference. THE WATCHMAN OF THE LORD is full of things God has spoken that the Church needs to hear. Are you burning with a passion to pursue the position on the wall as watchman of the Lord? Sound the Alarm is a prophetic cry to forsake religious tradition and usher in revelation of the Lord. Now is the time for the Church to return to the power of preaching a pure Gospel. THE WATCHMAN OF THE LORD must Sound the Alarm, the trumpet for a radical movement of breakthrough. Bill Vincent offers insight and solutions for Christians in a nation that is in crisis. This powerful book is filled with prophetic truth, scripture, and quotes from the many facts concerning some issues that have caused a spiral of evil in the world. Sound the Alarm! THE WATCHMAN OF THE LORD encourages the reader to shift their perspective from one of fear to one of hope for a changed future. Whether you intend to start your own prayer watch, or learn how to become a watchman on the wall alone, you will come away with a long list of things that will help you to experience more of God daily-and more of His glory and power in your life!
Not long ago, author Bill Myers had a clear and unmistakable encounter with the Lord. No audible voice, no burning bush, just a still, small impression that asked, “If I put you in a coma and you could not tell anyone about Me; if you could do nothing for Me . . . would I be enough?” Bill realized that too many believers—himself included—have became more focused on serving the Lord we love, rather than loving the Lord we serve. Through the pages of The Jesus Experience, Myers will take you on your own personal journey of rediscovering God’s love for you and, in turn, loving others more deeply.
Seven-year-old Jeff Hillman loved to skateboard, make mischief, and fish. But everything changed the day he contracted a mysterious illness called Reyes syndrome. In this insightful glimpse into the life of a young man who died and then returned to tell about itwho encountered angels and experienced dramatic healingyou can see that God is still a God of miracles. He not only sees us in our struggles; He meets us in them. Witness the power of faith as Jeff and his family choose to focus not on the hardship of the moment but on Gods ability to love them through it. Rejoice in the Lord with them as they learn that joy and peace come with believing that God is using all of lifes twists and turns to accomplish purposes far beyond our understanding. Jesus Christ can provide just what we need to live not as victims, but as victors. But will we, like Jeff Hillman, choose to trust in Him?
Today's believer is faced with situations unknown fifty, thirty, even twenty years ago. To stand in victory and enter our hour of promotion is to learn how to Strengthen Yourself in the Lord. You will learn how to: Encourage yourself, Overcome seriously bad days, Stay connected to your destiny, Access Heaven's open door and Disarm hell with thanksgiving.
Jesus said in Revelation 21, "I am the alpha and the omega. I am the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is thirsty the fountain of living water of life freely." And yet, there are so many people that talk about revival, they talk about miracles, they talk about God. We want you to move but we want the power without ever the shaking or the rocking or the rolling. They say they want revival but they say, "Lord, don't make waves. I'm fine as I am." There are pastors that are reading this and you say, "Yeah, I want revival but Lord don't rock my boat. I've just got it how I want it. I've just got that big tither. He's tithing well, Lord. Don't make waves!
Its time to be strong and of good courage. Todays believer is faced with situations unknown fifty, thirty, even twenty years ago. To stand in victory and enter your hour of promotion you must learn how to Strengthen Yourself in the Lord. By using this interactive study guide, you are setting out on an unforgettable journey of faith. Get ready to receive daily empowerment on how to confidently face whatever struggles you are going through. You will also discover how to release Gods hidden power in your life through Scriptural encouragement, meditation, and activation exercises. The study guide lessons will show you how to: Encourage yourself Overcome seriously bad days Stay connected to your destiny Access Heavens open door Disarm hell with thanksgiving How can you count it all joy when facing turmoil at home, work, or within your family? You can be strong when you know the keys to encouraging yourself looking past failure and into a successful future. Step into your personal breakthrough moment today!
Jesus Saves - even on the job In October of 1981, the National Training Center at Ft. Irwin, Ca. was opened as a training facility for US Army units. The work force was civilian, government contract employees. This work force was involved in, among other evil and detestable practices, drug use, alcohol use and sex while on the job. It was a playground for Satan and his followers. This is the last place anyone would expect to hear anything about God. But, God soon began a work that would touch the hearts and lives of the extremely Godless people in this place. God turned the Track and Wheel Shops at Ft. Irwin into a mission field. Starting with one man (not the author), God began a revival in the work place that saw many get saved and go on to various ministries and the mission field. This movement eventually grew into a weekly organized Bible Study that is still thriving and seeing lives changed. This book tells the true story of how Jesus came into this place of work and saved people from their despicable, evil lifestyles of sin. Although this story is told from the experience of one person, it could be told multiple times by a number of people with different experiences and testimonies. The accounts of the work which God did there over the years would fill volumes and would contain endless testimonies of how the Lord worked in the lives of all those involved or those whose lives were touched by this work. When I arrived at Ft. Irwin in July, 1982, I was a drunk who neglected my family and only cared for my own evil desires. By the end of 1984 I was saved and living free from alcohol and was not only walking with Jesus but on my way to active ministry work at the job site and in the Church. There are no exaggerations in this book, only the truth of what Jesus did in the lives of me and those around me and beyond. It is a testimony to what the Lord can do if we are open to His work in our lives. Do you take Jesus to work with you? All too often, Christians leave Jesus at home when they go to work. An undercover Christian is unable to reach anyone for Jesus. We need to be ambassadors for Jesus and take the gospel message to the work site and watch as the Lord saves souls. That is what happened at Ft. Irwin, in the Track and Wheel Shops. We were all truly amazed at the work He was able to do simply because we were obedient to His calling. This work of God, which exists among the evil lifestyles of this workforce, truly stands out like a rose in the desert. Take Jesus to work, you will be amazed at His good work habits.
The Lord is Good! In the midst of life's trials and circumstances, there is a timeless source of peace you can always draw joy from: Taste and see that the Lord is good! (Psalm 34:8) Prepare your heart for a daily devotional that draws you into 90 rich encounters with a good God. Each entry begins with a relevant Scripture followed by a powerful insight from Pastor Bill Johnson on experiencing Gods goodness. Each day, you are invited into new depths of closeness with the Father, encountering His goodness as a living reality. When you taste Gods goodness, everything you see will be impacted. Find daily rest, peace, and encouragement, no matter what your circumstances may be.
This book is a series of short accounts describing events where the author escaped harm or received help for situations that are difficult to explain as mere coincidences and thus appear to be the result of divine assistance. It is my hope that readers will find encouragement and greater faith to believe in a God who cares for those who place their trust in Him.
THE WATCHMAN OF THE LORD is full of things God has spoken that the Church needs to hear. Are you burning with a passion to pursue the position on the wall as watchman of the Lord? Sound the Alarm is a prophetic cry to forsake religious tradition and usher in revelation of the Lord. Now is the time for the Church to return to the power of preaching a pure Gospel. THE WATCHMAN OF THE LORD must Sound the Alarm, the trumpet for a radical movement of breakthrough. Bill Vincent offers insight and solutions for Christians in a nation that is in crisis. This powerful book is filled with prophetic truth, scripture, and quotes from the many facts concerning some issues that have caused a spiral of evil in the world. Sound the Alarm!
Many have a desire to be a powerful man or woman of God. The Secret Place of God's Power by Bill Vincent will truly stir your faith. By using Biblical principles Bill outlines much revelation for today's saints of God to walk in power. The power of God is the result of finding God, it what is known as the Secret Place. This book has been compiled from all the lessons I have learned and grown to know the Lord. He has been my closest friend and all this is found in the secret place. Before finding this revelation, I flowed in little to no power of God. It is time for the Church to grow in power. Everyone wants someone to lay hands on them and impart the power of God. There may be a truth to real impartation but it still will not come without a price. This book has been a long time coming, but is necessary. You will learn to overcome religion, get closer to God, find the power of God and experience Heaven. God spoke to me that this book has been brought to get His people to find the Secret Place and discover His Power. Bill spends a lot of time seeking the face of God concerning current cutting edge things. The ministry is more than just being a minister. The First Chapter takes you into the Secret Place. You will find by spending time with God will usher in provision, promotion, increase of Godly knowledge and so much more. Bill has a way to say things many different ways until you get it. There are many things that you will learn about Heaven on Earth and how to become a source that God can use in a mighty way. The Secret Place of God's Power is more than a book, it is learning to be led by the Holy Spirit, being a deliverer to all who need set free and increasing in the anointing and power of God. You are going to be truly encouraged with this power packed book. It is time for us all to find God in a deeper and intimate way.
Believers have faith in God. But to manifest a greater degree of our God-given abilities, we must have the faith of God! This increased measure of the faith of God working in us has the power to change our current, personal identity. When we operate in the God kind of faith, we will discover that our new, Christ-centered identity also transforms our destiny. By embracing the necessary process of change, we bring the present realization of our vision into our now. When these changes are incorporated into our imagination, and subsequently mixed into our waking life, we act differently and become a new creature in Christ, clothed in the power of His righteousness. Without encouraging, supporting and consistently sustaining this new image as true, our destiny will not come to pass. That to which we hold as true will become fact in our life. Imaginative prayer and meditation on God's Word ignite the vision of our higher self that is still hidden and waiting on us to believe and agree with it. Therefore, its image and personality can come forth and manifest. God, who at various times in history and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son Jesus, whom He has appointed heir of 'All Things.' For through Christ Jesus, God created the panorama of 'All Things,' and all time in the worlds. Jesus the Son being the brightness of God's splendor and radiant glory and the exact express image of His person, and upholding His mirror image. He holds 'All Things' together in the universe and expands it by the mighty power of His spoken Word, when He had by Himself purged all of our sins, sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high, having become so much better than the angels, as He has by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they (Hebrews 1:1-4). The Word of God is living truth and spirit life. It has the power to save the lost, resurrect the dead, heal the broken and free the captive from mental and emotional prisons. The Word of God opens the eyes of the blind and impoverished to see how to prosper, advance and even create wealth. All transformational changes take place when we agree with the suggestions, inspiring influences and commands of it is written! When we are able to maintain our focused attention (and focused faith) upon our God-given purposes, creative power is released to accomplish 'All Things.' To gain a greater measure or vision of God's power working in us, we need to focus our attention on seeking first the Kingdom of God. When we seek God first, His wisdom and provision will always follow. Perseverance is an essential key to successfully obtaining and maintaining what we desire or imagine.
A call to serve, Secrets to Imitating God encourages you to use your God-given gifts to transform yourself, your community, even your nation. In Strengthen Yourself in the Lord Johnson shows, through both Scripture and personal experience, how to be strong when facing difficulties at home, work or within you. Two best-selling titles in one volume - great value!
God has released His healing power through many of the most powerful ways and now is being released in this powerful book. The purpose of this Book is to present some important principles of healing which may help you as you step out in faith and begin laying hands on the sick. The information in this Book might be different than what you have always been taught, but consider keeping an open mind in case God wants to reveal something new to you. Check these things against the Bible; don't just believe what I say or what other people have said!
God still speaks today All of us can hear from Heaven for ourselves, but some, who are called to be prophets, hear heavenly proclamations meant to be shared with the entire Body of Christ. Bill Yount is one of these prophets. The enlightening, vivid word pictures in this book will challenge, instruct and edify you as you allow the Holy Spirit, who breathed them into Bill, to awaken them in you. Enjoy -- Dutch Sheets, pastor of Springs Harvest Fellowship, Colorado Springs, Colorado, and author of Intercessory Prayer
As cities develop, more land is converted into impervious surfaces, which do not allow water to infiltrate. Careful urban planning is needed to ensure that the hydrologic cycle and water quality of the catchment areas are not affected. There are techniques that can attenuate peak flow during rain events and reduce the amount of metals, nutrients, and bacteria that enter the urban water cycle. This brief gives a short introduction on bioretention systems and documents the effectiveness of some 36 plant species in removing water pollutants. A summary on the maintenance requirements is also presented.
In this book we all need our mindsets to be an Ambassador of Heaven. God is raising up a new breed of men and women of God. The Kingdom of God can seem like a gigantic unchartered spiritual frontier! Consequently, we need a Kingdom mindset in order to rightly discern and tap into all that God wants to reveal to us, especially in days like these--days of the harvest. You will be blessed by Bill Vincent's power revelations of God's Glory and the Kingdom of God being released in the earth.
God is Really, Really Real is designed to help teach children 30 essential biblical doctrines in a creative, yet effective way. As children interact with both the picture book and doctrines, they will become better equipped to understand and confront future doubts and challenges to their faith. Depending on the developmental age of each child, you can use all or some of these helps to communicate the individual truths: With younger children, it might be a good idea to begin by talking about a specific doctrine heading like, “What are some things that God created?” For older children, you can read, discuss, and memorize each statement and its meaning like, “God has always been alive and He has created everything!” Divided into three sections (an illustrated children’s book, a section on 30 doctrines, and info for parents) to help you teach the doctrinal truths of God’s Word! Each of the essential doctrines has a heading, a statement, a Scripture verse, a short explanation, and an in-depth “Help Them Understand” paragraph for parents. Each concludes with some great “Tuck-in Questions” for bedtime. Invest a few moments a day and guide your child in establishing a vital foundation of biblical truth. There is nothing more precious than helping our children grow in Christ!
One of the most important facts that Christians could ever know is there is power in the Word of God. Unlocking the Power of God teaches believers how the Word of God can enable them to change their circumstances and approach God in a way that will cause God to act. In this book Bill Hume explains how reading and praying the Word of God aloud is the key to opening the heavens. Learn what the Bible says about God's Word. As Christians you can release the power of God in amazing ways.
On the four corner lots formed by the intersecting of Main and Church Streets in Palmyra, NY, one finds four large Protestant churches today. Two centuries ago on the Smith family farm a few blocks to the south, a teenage Joseph Jr. found himself caught in the rivalry between such churches contentiously competing to claim the allegiance of repentant converts from the most recent revival. He wrote that, while praying in a grove of trees a short walk from his log cabin home, “I was answered that I must join none of them, for they were all wrong.” He would go on to organize a new church, which—ironically—would soon claim to be “the only true and living church upon the face of the whole earth.” Over the years Protestant denominational loyalties and exclusivity claims have faded and expressions of mutual embrace are not uncommon. However, the lines between these churches and the one founded by Joseph Smith Jr.—The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—have remained stark and at times harsh. How does Jesus Christ, himself, perceive this excluding of one another? In the Lord’s prayer recorded in John 17, Jesus appears to anticipate these divisions arising among his would-be followers. So he prays repetitively and passionately that they be protected from these. At stake is the validity of their witness to the world of his own exclusive claims. To be sure, differing beliefs as to what those claims are should not be superficially dismissed. But, in the light of how Jesus prayed, should they not be honestly and prayerfully discussed in a mutually respectful way? To stimulate and facilitate this discussion is the intent of this book, using as our guide the simple but profound petitions Jesus taught us in the more well-known Lord’s Prayer. “I came to know and admire Bill Heersink in a formal theological dialogue between Evangelical Christians and Latter-day Saints. Bill has chosen to look carefully at the beliefs of Evangelicals and Latter-day Saints through the lens of a scriptural passage beloved by both groups—the Lord’s Prayer. And how better could we hope to achieve unity of purpose and ‘convicted civility’ than through Jesus Christ?” —Robert L. Millet is Professor Emeritus of Ancient Scripture at Brigham Young University, where he served as Dean of Religious Education. “Bill Heersink, seminary professor and participant in many dialogues, brings his most irenic and upbeat spirit to this gem of a book. Fully abreast of the most important academic questions, the book nevertheless wears its learning lightly and at times reads more like a devotional. Warmly to be commended to all readers of any or no faith communities.” —Craig L. Blomberg is Distinguished Professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary and co-author of the groundbreaking book How Wide the Divide? A Mormon and an Evangelical in Conversation. “Having lived in Utah among the Latter-day Saints for many years, the author affirms his own deeply Christian beliefs while respectfully seeking to reconcile differences between Mormon and Protestant theology and beliefs.” —Richard E. Bennett is Professor of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University and former President of the Mormon History Association. “Bill has brought all of that experience to the writing of a book that expresses a pastor’s heart, a love of Mormon neighbors, theological savvy, and a Christ-centered spirituality ... a book that evangelical pastors and Mormon bishops can recommend with confidence.” —Richard J. Mouw was President of Fuller Theological Seminary,1993-2012.
You and God's focus is on helping people connect - or reconnect - with God, regardless of whether they have a religion they practice or not. Topics covered include our purpose in life, learning to "listen" for God as he communicates with us, tools for relating to God, what it's like to have him be a real part of your life, and basic life issues we all face such as fear and stress.
There is miraculous power in the sacrament of communion. More than a religious ritual, communion is a doorway into untapped realms of Gods glory and miracle-working power. In this 40-day prayer and devotional experience, Beni and Bill Johnson take you on a prayer journey through the Lords supper as it is revealed in Scripture. Discover communion as A sacred place of intimacy with God. A weapon of spiritual warfare. A prophetic act that creates dynamic change. A catalyst for total healing. Join Beni and Bill Johnson on this journey of rediscovery, and open yourself to a powerful encounter with the living God!
Although the Bible was written more than two thousand years ago, the same issues the people wrestled with then are often reflected in the experiences of people today. My Hope Is in You walks you through ten psalms, encouraging you to honestly express your emotions to God and trust Him during life’s struggles. This insightful exploration includes the real-life circumstances of the psalmists that unveil feelings of fear, guilt, desperation, and other raw emotions. In each situation, you’ll be reminded of God’s faithfulness and the true hope that can only be found in Him.
Part I The Week before the Supper I. Sabbath-The Divine Invitation II. Monday-The Preparation III. Tuesday-The Host IV. Wednesday-Self-Examination V. Thursday-Confession of Sin VI. Friday-Faith VII. Saturday-Self-Surrender Saturday Evening--A Prayer for the Holy Spirit Part II The Communion Sabbath Sabbath Morning-An Exercise of Faith The Cup of Blessing Till He Come For Many For You The New Covenant Unto Remission of Sins My Blood In Remembrance of Me One Body Take, Eat Sabbath Evening-Thanksgiving Part III The Week after the Supper I. Monday-The Power of the Food II. Tuesday-Sanctification III. Wednesday-Obedience IV. Thursday-Work V. Friday-Fellowship with Jesus VI. Saturday-The End
Jesus said in Revelation 21, "I am the alpha and the omega. I am the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is thirsty the fountain of living water of life freely." And yet, there are so many people that talk about revival, they talk about miracles, they talk about God. We want you to move but we want the power without ever the shaking or the rocking or the rolling. They say they want revival but they say, "Lord, don't make waves. I'm fine as I am." There are pastors that are reading and you say, "Yeah, I want revival but Lord don't rock my boat. I've just got it how I want it. I've just got that big tither. He's tithing well, Lord. Don't make waves!
It was the height of the depression and Emily Ridgeway was unsure how she would feed one more child. Yet, her prayer was strong; "Lord, may this baby be the answer to my prayer, that one of my eight children would serve You." Years later, the answer to that prayer seemed to fade away, as Billy stood in the juvenile court, facing a third and final offense before being sentenced. Emily clung to the promise of Jeremiah 29:11: "For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope." "Give him one more chance, your Honour." A police sergeant, led by God to intervene, stood up for Bill that day. He had no way of knowing the plans God had for him...traveling jungle paths in the Amazon, hiking up mountains and cobble stone streets in the high Andes and taking God's Word to the coastal villages in Ecuador, with the important message that "Jesus Saves!." As a young man, ready to serve wherever God led him, Bill chose his life verse: "No one engaged in warfare entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him as a soldier" (2 Tim. 2:4).
The purpose of this Book is to present some important principles of healing which may help you as you step out in faith and begin laying hands on the sick. The information in this Book might be different than what you have always been taught, but consider keeping an open mind in case God wants to reveal something new to you. Check these things against the Bible; don't just believe what I say or what other people have said!
In this wonderful little book, Pope John Paul II shares with readers why Sunday is such a special day in our Christian tradition and how it can change their lives if they let it. He invites them to bask in its spiritual riches and to slow down, think, pray, and reach out to God in a special way--in a word, to let Sunday truly be Sunday.
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