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A man rose from the dead! You just don’t get any more awesome than that, right? So that’s it, then. That’s what we are supposed to learn from his resurrection, right? Not exactly. Jesus performed lots of miracles. John said it best when he said that there would not be room in the whole world to describe all that he did. It’s easy to look at the stories of miracles and see them for what they’re worth: miracles. But that’s a shame. If the miracle is in the Bible, there’s a reason for it. It’s not just there because it was miraculous.

Are you someone who was raised going to church every Saturday or Sunday? Were your religious beliefs conditioned by someone else, like your parents? Guardians? Family or friends?

"There can be no holiness without resistance to the great deceiver who opposes it." - A.W. Tozer Are you yearning to grow in holy devotion and Christlikeness? "John Wesley on Holiness," authored by Ruth Conlon, delves into the enduring and transformative vision of John Wesley, the founder of Methodism, whose teachings on sanctification have spurred a spiritual revival that reshaped 18th-century England and continues to inspire millions globally. In this meticulously crafted volume, Ruth articulates how Wesley’s calls for a life of personal and social holiness can address the modern ...

"Charismatic Waves: A Journey Through the Dynamic History" is an in-depth exploration of the charismatic movement, tracing its origins, development, and enduring impact. The book delves into the early influences and precursors of the movement, including the significant Azusa Street Revival. It highlights key figures who played pivotal roles in the early movement and examines the spread and growth of charismatic Christianity. The book also delves into the movement's evolution in the 20th century, exploring its relationship with Pentecostalism, renewal movements within mainline churches, and ...

The Adventures and Experience of Joseph H Jackson is a gripping narrative that sheds light on the author's firsthand encounters in the city of Nauvoo. With a goal to expose the dark underbelly of religious deceit, Jackson recounts his efforts to gain the trust of the enigmatic figure known as the Prophet. Employing deceptive tactics and practicing dissimulation, he uncovers the true intentions and operations of the Prophet, which he believes are fraught with iniquity.

The God of the Bible is not a concept to be studied but a divine person each of us can and should encounter personally. Into His Presence uses historically documented experiences of a number of important people with God over thousands of years as the lens through which to help you understand the character of God as a person. In this book, you see the God of the Bible as a divine person encountered by the men and women of the Bible.

#1 Award Winner "an opportunity for the reader to embark on a journey with Him (Christ), feel what He feels" "A fascinating description and story of how Christ emerged, changed, and developed into the highest of holiest beings, second only to God." "How He (Christ) went up the mountain as a Son of Man but came back down changed forever, as a true Son of God." "An exceptional and well-written novel without the preaching and pointless prose and verbiage of others of this type" -- International Review of Books There is ONE event that is the true turning point in the history of Earth This is ...

This book will take you on a fascinating journey through the history of Christian thought. The journey includes surprising twists and turns as we navigate the three major views of hell in church history: (1) eternal conscious torment, (2) annihilationism (sinners will cease to exist), and (3) ultimate restoration (hell is an afterlife refinery leading all to repentance and faith in Christ). But this is much more than a tour through the underworld. This topic drives us to take a closer look at the Bible, Christian theology, and the character of God.

Unlocking the Divine Calendar: Understanding the Seven Jewish Feasts in the Bible" is a comprehensive guide that delves into the significance and meaning of the seven Jewish feasts as outlined in the Bible. This book provides an in-depth exploration of each feast, including their origins, observance, and symbolism. It also examines the historical background of the feasts and their relevance to modern-day Christians. Through a thorough examination of biblical texts, readers will gain a deeper understanding of the spiritual lessons and prophetic implications of these feasts. The book begins ...

In the 1690s a contentious debate broke out in Suffolk, England, between an Anglican rector and those we have come to know as Particular Baptists. The purpose of this book is to examine this controversy and consider some crucial issues it raised, principally the nature of the church of the Lord Jesus Christ. It involved three men, William Burkitt (1650–1703), John Tredwell, and Benjamin Keach (1640–1704).

In "Decoding Isaiah's Visions: Unveiling the Prophetic Tapestry of the Bible's Old Testament in Light of 2023," the author provides a meticulous interpretation of the visions found in the book of Isaiah. With a focus on the pin-point accuracy of Isaiah's prophecies, this book explores their relevance to the year 2023. The author categorizes each fulfilled prophecy, identifying the specific chapter and verse, along with the corresponding year in which it occurred. Additionally, this book delves into the prophecies yet to be fulfilled, offering insights into the future events foretold by ...

"Blessed: The Life, Ministry, and Legacy of Adrian Rogers" is an in-depth exploration of the remarkable journey of one of the most blessed men of God, Adrian Rogers. This book delves into his early life and childhood, including his family background, early education, spiritual awakening, and his call to ministry. It then takes readers through his education and training, highlighting his college years, seminary studies, mentors, and influences, as well as his commitment to continuing education. The book also delves into Rogers' pastoral ministry, examining his first pastorate, the growth and...

Refresh. Renew. Reorient. Dig deeply into why and how we worship. Bob Webber, the Ancient-Future expert on worship, gives you a guided tour of culture, symbol, postmodernism, generational trends, Church history, in bite-size essays, awakening new hope, deeper understanding, and a passion to know God and worship him. Worship Leaders are the avatars of new music. This always brings the promise and hope of new songs for devotional and congregational worship. Yet, as we all know, refreshing worship is more than simply creating, producing and singing new music, it is connecting with the New Song...

At age 21, Andrea Palpant Dilley stripped the Christian fish decal off her car bumper in a symbolic act of departure from her religious childhood. At 23, she left the church and went searching for refuge in the company of men who left her lonely and friends who pushed the boundaries of what she once held sacred. In this deeply personal memoir, Andrea navigates the doubts that plague believers and skeptics alike: Why does a good God allow suffering? Why is God so silent, distant, and uninvolved? And why does the church seem so dysfunctional?

The Gospel and the Modern World features 34 of Carson’s essays from Themelios on a wide range of topics, including his vision for the evangelical church, the authoritative word of God, Christ and culture, and Christian discipleship. It also includes articles from editor Brian J. Tabb, Andrew David Naselli, and Collin Hansen. Celebrating an illustrious, Christ-exalting career, this collection imparts years of experience and Christian scholarship to a new generation.

The "Gabriel Vision," also known as the "Revelation of Gabriel" or "Hazon Gabriel," refers to a fascinating archaeological artifact discovered in 2007. A Bedouin shepherd near the Dead Sea in Jordan discovered the stone tablet. The shepherd reportedly stumbled upon a cave containing several artifacts, including the stone tablet.

Are you seeking deeper intimacy with God? In Phoebe Palmer on Holiness, author Ruth Conlon insightfully explores the extraordinary life of 19th-century female religious pioneer Phoebe Palmer. With scholarly care and spiritual depth, Conlon chronicles Palmer's dramatic spiritual encounter in which she felt called "to relinquish everything to God in absolute surrender." This transformative personal breakthrough subsequently sparked a nationwide movement as Palmer began hosting small gatherings focused on promoting the theological concept of "entire sanctification."

"Unveiling Hell: A Biblical Investigation" is a comprehensive exploration of the truth about Hell as stated in the Holy Bible. In this book, we delve into the evidence that supports the reality of Hell as a tangible place. We examine the nature of Hell, seeking to understand what it truly is and where it is located. By examining the purpose of Hell, we explore why God created it and who it was specifically created for. Furthermore, we delve into the nature of Hell itself, describing its torments, the fire that consumes it, the darkness that engulfs it, and the separation from God that it ...

Divine Scripture in Human Understanding addresses the confusing plurality of contemporary approaches to Christian Scripture by articulating a traditionally grounded, constructive systematic theology of Christian Scripture.

This among Christians is a season of persecution. When, therefore, faith is greatly agitated, and the Church burning, as represented by the bush, then the Gnostics break out, then the Valentinians creep forth, then all the opponents of martyrdom bubble up, being themselves also hot to strike, penetrate, kill.