We read of the Messiah in Isaiah 42He will bring forth justice for truth. He will not fail nor be discouraged, till He has established justice in the earth; and the coastlands shall wait for His law. If what these verses describe is the orientation of Jesus, it should be ours as well. If justice is to be established on the earth, His followers must be a community of love and justice. Since the first publication of this book in the early 1990s, we still have not seen a shift in the Body on the issues of character standards, congregational discipline, due process, and discipleship. Dallas Willard and others have written passionately about discipleship and its foundation in obeying the commandments of Jesus. Yet discipleship is rare, and the definition of love as indulgence is increasing. Love itself is wrongly defined, along with forgiveness, leading the indulging people into sin. May God use this book to make some contribution toward the path of righteousness.
Samuel was full of life. We all enjoyed his vibrant personality so much. Samuel would not walk the dog, but he would rollerblade with our yellow lab. The whole family gave their love to Samuel and gave themselves for his progress. Then suddenly he was gone our child of prophetic destiny. How could it be? Immediately, the prayers of the saints spread internationally - with a 21st century resurrection being the emphasis. Soon, the theme of Israel and the nations was inseparable from Samuel's emergency during this unique incident of global intercession. What was God saying? What are His plans in moments like these?
Understanding leadership from a scriptural perspective is not a strong point in the American Christian community. This book is my attempt to put the experience of over twenty years of pastoring into written form for the benefit of others. Some lessons were learned through difficulties and mistakes. Some were learned by the teaching and example of others. I do believe that the pattern of congregational structure put forth in these pages is scriptural. It is a pattern that will work for large or small congregations. It has worked well in our congregations for many years. These are congregations planted especially to win the lost sheep of the house of Israel. If it can work in this contexta field known for its difficultyit can probably work in most other contexts.
Social Justice, as a concept, mostly refers to all members of a society getting a just deal in provision and opportunity. As contrasted to legal justice before courts, where there is just restitution for crimes, resolution of conflicting claims for pay, inheritance and punishment for crimes, social justice is very connected to economic justice. Deuteronomy 17:10, affirms, Justice and only justice you are to pursue. (From the introduction)
Years ago my wife and I were part of a congregation that fell into the depths of spiritual deception and became cultic. The events of those days led to the ruin of many lives. Most shocking was the number of students from evangelical backgrounds who were so easily deceived. How did this happen? What were the spiritual principles involved that led to such a great tragedy? It is my conviction that the account of this congregation and the review of the principles involved in their deception will prevent the same thing from occurring elsewhere. May those who read this learn to guard themselves against the Dynamics of Spiritual Deception.
This is one of the most important questions to ask. There are many different answers and beliefs that can cause confusion with what the Bible teaches. What do you do when someone asks if there really is a heaven, hell or afterlife? Author Daniel Juster helps guides you with answers to this question by surveying what the Bible says in Heaven, Hell and the Afterlife. Each chapter explores and evaluates the evidence from Biblical texts and explains how the confusion of doctrines today should not be created based on someone's visions, dreams or experiences with heaven or hell. Go deeper in seeking out truth and knowledge of heaven and hell and be able to answer where your final destiny will be.
Something prophetic and momentous is happening. The Church is finally fully grasping its relationship with Israel and the Jewish people. In That They May Be One, Dan Juster describes how the various restoration movements in church history have connected to their Jewish roots and Israel to lay the groundwork for what is happening today. Book jacket.
This discipleship guide presents first steps of understanding and spiritual practice, tailored for the Jewish believer, but applicable to anyone. It's goal is to aid the student in living according to Yeshua's will as a talmid (a disciple), one who learns from the example of his teacher. This guide is structured according to recent advances in individualized educational instruction. Discipleship is serious business and the material is geared for serious study and reflection. Each chapter is divided into short sections followed by study questions.
In the charismatic-Christian world, teachings about financial prosperity often are maligned for erroneously promising an opulent lifestyle as the reward for sacrificially donating money "by faith" to ministers or their ministries. Daniel C. Juster counters such aberrant doctrines of financial gain with What the Bible Says About Prosperity. By comparing, contrasting, and explaining both the Old and New Testament passages on the subject, he delivers a biblically balanced and refreshingly holistic view of prosperity. Daniel will: - Show you God's covenant pattern for true prosperity. - Give you basic principles for investing. - Reveal how righteous investing and biblical prosperity work together. - And much more. Daniel's more than forty years of teaching the Scriptures will sharply increase your understanding of biblical prosperity and strengthen and inspire your faith in God as your provider.
Referring to the chosen-ness of the Jewish people, Paul, the Apostle, ?For God's free gifts and his calling are irrevocable? (Rom. 11: 29). This messenger to the Gentiles understood the unique calling of his people, Israel. So does Daniel Juster. In The Irrevocable Calling, he expands Paul's words, showing how Israel was uniquely chosen to bless the world and how these blessings can be enjoyed today.
In this important book a reasonable, biblically based epistemology is used to discuss the limits of argument and the role of religious knowing based on spirit. The book covers all major areas of apologetics, evaluating, critiquing, and reapplying the cultural apologetics of Schaeffer, Rookmaaker, and others.
Apostolic ministry and authority has been defined and implemented differently over the centuries. In this brief study, the Scriptures are examined. Additionally, an investigation of the historical documents of the Church Fathers is included, followed by an inquiry on the modern Charismatic interpretations. Tough questions surrounding "apostolic succession" area addressed here. Perhaps these three angles of viewing apostolic ministry and authority could be sufficiently merged to form a more comprehensive view.
Daily devotional commentary on the weekly Torah readings from the book of Genesis/B'resheet, integrating a Messianic Jewish perspective with the classical Jewish commentators and sources. Each weekly portion is divided into the seven standard readings and a commentary, Hebrew text and pronunciation guide are provided together with suggestions for further study and an application.
Things have changed. Have you seen it? The way that we’ve done things for centuries has been unsettled and unseated. We’re living in a new normal. And while on the surface many of these changes look like the next best thing, there’s actually a complex and fragile web of lies holding it all together: You are what you do You are what you experience You are who you know You are what you know You are what you own You are who you raise You are your past In You Are What You Do, author and pastor Daniel Im considers these seven lies and the context that causes them to flourish. Through personable stories, research, and pastoral insight, Daniel will show you how to recognize these everyday lies in your life, so that you can discover the truth on the other side. The truth that leads to freedom. The truth that moves you from surviving to thriving. The truth that will unlock a life of purpose, adventure, meaning, and destiny.
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