Are you currently experiencing emptiness inside that you can't seem to fill no matter how hard you try? Do you sense a longing for more of God yet find yourself unsure how to draw closer to Him? Or perhaps you are seeking a devotional to use as a guide during your quiet time with God. if you answered yes to any of the above this devotional was designed strategically for you. Burn for Jesus is a 30 Day Guide to Ignite the Fire in Your Prayer Life that is sure to bridge the gap between where you currently are spiritually and where you desire to be.
Most evangelical Christians believe that those people who are not saved before they die will be punished in hell forever. But is this what the Bible truly teaches? Do Christians need to rethink their understanding of hell? In the late twentieth century, a growing number of evangelical theologians, biblical scholars, and philosophers began to reject the traditional doctrine of eternal conscious torment in hell in favor of a minority theological perspective called conditional immortality. This view contends that the unsaved are resurrected to face divine judgment, just as Christians have always believed, but due to the fact that immortality is only given to those who are in Christ, the unsaved do not exist forever in hell. Instead, they face the punishment of the "second death"--an end to their conscious existence. This volume brings together excerpts from a variety of well-respected evangelical thinkers, including John Stott, John Wenham, and E. Earl Ellis, as they articulate the biblical, theological, and philosophical arguments for conditionalism. These readings will give thoughtful Christians strong evidence that there are indeed compelling reasons for rethinking hell.
Modern worship leaders are restless. They have inherited a model of leadership that equates leading worship with being a rock star. But leading worship is more than a performance, it's about shaping souls and making disciples. Every worship leader is really a pastor. The Worship Pastor is a practical and biblical introduction to this essential pastoral role. Filled with engaging, illustrative stories it is organized to address questions of theory and practice, striving to balance conversational accessibility with informed instruction. Part One presents a series of evocative "vignettes"--intriguing and descriptive titles and metaphors of who a Worship Pastor is and what he or she does. It shows the Worship Pastor as Church-Lover, Disciple Maker, Corporate Mystic, and Doxological Philosopher. Part Two covers specific roles related to ministry within the worship service itself--the Worship Pastor as Theological Dietician, Caregiver, Mortician, Emotional Shepherd, War General, Prophetic Guardian, Missional Historian, and Liturgical Architect. Part Three looks at ministry beyond the worship service--the Worship Pastor as Visionary Teacher, Evangelist, Artist Chaplain, and Team Leader. While some worship leaders are eager to embrace their pastoral role, many are lost and confused or lack the resources of time or money to figure out what this role looks like. Pastor Zac Hicks gives us a clear guide to leading worship, one that takes the pastoral call seriously.
The healthy Christian life is one of continuing spiritual, emotional, and relational growth. But so many of us feel stuck or stagnated at one stage of the journey. It's not always clear to us where or why we are stuck, making it difficult to take the next step on our journey of the soul. That's where Bill and Kristi Gaultiere come in. After decades in private practice as counselors and therapists, they have developed a unique model for growing in grace. In Journey of the Soul, they draw on more than 70,000 hours of providing therapy and spiritual direction to show you how to identify your current stage of faith and the next steps to take based on your unique needs and struggles. With Scripture, self-assessments, and soul care practices to support your progress along the way, this insightful and inspiring book will be a treasured companion on your journey no matter where you are or how long you've been following Jesus.
Fasting is about feasting on more of God! When many hear the word "fasting," they immediately think of what they have to give up. But what if fasting is actually a sacred doorway into fresh encounters with the all-consuming fire of God? Author and revival historian, Jennifer Miskov, has tapped into an ancient pathway to divine encounter. She has given her life to studying how the greater pioneers of revival experienced dynamic moves of the Holy Spirit, both in their personal lives and in the corporate church. One of the key common denominators has been fasting. Historically, fasting was never a formula for holiness or a means to manipulate God. In fact, in revival history, "the fasting ones" were actually "the feasting ones"--those who single-mindedly aligned themselves with what heaven wanted to release into earth. In Fasting for Fire, you will discover and experience: Deeper levels of union and connection with Jesus Greater flow of revelation from the Holy Spirit Extraordinary miracles, signs and wonders, supernatural power Increased hunger for God The supernatural benefits of fasting The dimensions of fire fasting Testimonies of revivalists like John Wesley, Smith Wigglesworth, and William J. Seymour who experienced significant God-encounters through fasting Featuring easy to follow fasting exercises, Scripture meditations, reflection questions, activations, and special chapters by Randy Clark and Lou Engle, Fasting for Fire will stir you to pursue the presence of God with more passion and zeal than ever before!
If you’ve ever been frustrated in your prayer life, this book is for you.Do you ever feel like your prayers are not effective? Does your prayer life lack vitality and consistency?The secret to a thriving prayer life is not a formula—it is the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit. As you learn to engage with the Spirit of God, your...
BILL WILSON, Founder, Metro Ministries, Brooklyn NY: "I've always said that if people don't know your passion, you don't have one. You don't have to be around Steve Uppal long to learn what his is. I highly recommend this great resource." STUART BELL, Leader of the Ground Level Network, Senior Leader of New Life Lincoln: "It would be great if we could all be infected by the holy virus of this book " BOB SORGE, oasishouse.com: "This book has the potential to be a fire-starter in your life." Steve Uppal contends that a new breed of no-compromise Christian is being awakened across the land. In previous generations there have been notable examples - believers who saw God move in power through the completeness of their surrender to His Spirit. Smith Wigglesworth, George Muller, Kathryn Kuhlman and others were forerunners for what is to come. But now, rather than raising up individuals, God is raising an army of like-minded, passionate warriors. Your heart was created to burn - to be set aflame with the radiating glory of God's presence. For too long, too many have settled for much less than this. Now it is time to rise up and answer the call About the author STEVE UPPAL has been Senior Leader of All Nations Christian Centre, Wolverhampton, since 2001. It is a vibrant, growing church that reflects the diversity of the city. Steve has a growing apostolic ministry across a relational network of churches and a passionate commitment to the full Gospel. He is the author of Rousing the Warriors, One Life and The Burning Ones.
Healing the Wounded Spriit is for everyone who suffers from hurts--past or present. Through this book, God can help you to discern a wounded spirit in yourself and others, and, best of all, He will show you how to receive His healing power in your life
