When God named himself it was more than a label. He stressed that his name represented his character and those who bore it must accurately display that character in their words and deeds. Misunderstanding this basic biblical truth has led to the reduction of the third commandment to simply a language issue in popular culture. However, its correct understanding and preaching should be the start of knowing God's dealings with his Old and New Testament people as well as the template for today's believers. Initially establishing the consistency of the testamental record through themes and the use of the Old Testament by Jesus and the New Testament writers, the author displays some of God's characteristics found in both testaments, which illustrate ethical requirements for his church and inspire the responses of his people.

"The fruit of a lifetime of study of the Old Testament, distilling biblical wisdom, written concisely, and understandable to the average church member, though informed by much scholarly reading. As a gifted biblical expositor and much-loved classroom teacher, Leggett again pushes us into Old Testament study to inform us of the New and inspires us to more whole-hearted devotion to the God who has called us by his name." -Dr. Terrance Tiessen, emeritus professor of theology and ethics, Providence Seminary

"Don Leggett's final work captures his love for Scripture as he carefully explores the theme of Christian identity, drawing on his thorough familiarity with the biblical texts and his impressive knowledge of Old Testament scholarship. Accessibility in style and practical insights make it a valuable resource for the lay person to deepen their understanding of the Scriptures and the God of whom they speak." -John Franklin, IMAGO director; adjunct at Tyndale Seminary and Trinity College, Toronto

"With warmth and passion the author traces specific themes through both testaments, illustrating their unity of witness to the character of God. (The chapter on holiness is worth the price of the book ). He demonstrates that drawing deeply from the well of truth about God's purposes is critical in understanding the relevance of the person and work of Christ and the nature of the church." -Steve Males, former student and co-pastor

Many people who the church calls "lost" actually ask significant questions that people in the pews sometimes don't ask. Just because someone might not go to church doesn't mean that he or she is not spiritual and yearning for a deeper relationship with the Lord. While seeking such a connection can be scary, the rewards are too significant to ignore.In this inspiring book, author Pamela Feeser, a United Methodist pastor, draws on her personal experiences to help you bring spirituality to life. You'll find activities to personalize the process as you discover how to relate spirituality to daily living and religion; be honest with yourself as you develop a relationship with God; develop morality and a moral stance; continue incorporating spirituality in your daily life.Discover the great gifts of religion, spirituality, and developing a relationship with God. Join Rev. Dr. Feeser on a personal and spiritual journey, and discover the divine as you start "Becoming."

Jesus promised He would come again to take us to be with Him to a place He has prepared for us, and scripture states it is an incredible place and life He has for us, beyond our comprehension. We can begin to experience this abundant life and walk in these Kingdom blessings here and now. As we allow the Holy Spirit to work in us, to lead, convict, teach and empower us to live for Christ - we will be prepared for His coming. The real question is not when is He coming, but who is He coming for and will I be among those He receives to Himself? Concerning these end times and His coming, Jesus said though we wouldn't know the exact hour or day, but that we are to be looking for the signs of His coming - to watch, pray and be ready for Him to come at any moment. As we watch, pray, and then do whatever He asks us to do, we will be ready for His coming or our going to be with Him, whichever comes first. The Bride has made herself ready He is coming to take a prepared people to a prepared place, so what does it mean to be ready? In light of the possible imminent return of Jesus, what manner of persons ought we to be/how would we want to be found by Him? What sort of Bride does Jesus desire/deserve and will He accept? Who is He soon coming for? A Passionate Bride - not cold or lukewarm but deeply in love with and devoted to Him; one looking and longing for His coming, preparing for His arrival, and desiring only to spend every minute in His presence. It is the essence and key to everything we are and do for the Lord. Everything comes down to loving God and others.

These poems deal mostly with Biblical issues. Some address our human condition based on the Scriptures. Others deal with unseen influences that many of us are unaware of, but which impact our lives for better or worse. They were written as a result of 21 years of studying the Bible. Originally my journey into the Scriptures began as I sought solutions to my own problems. However over the years it has became a quest for answers to life's deeper issues. When I began reading the Bible I did not believe I would find solutions to my problems. I started reading it out of desperation after I had exhausted books on philosophy and the occult and just about anything else I got my hands on. I read many books promising "the secret" but they disappointed me. It is really astonishing that a book which just about everyone has sitting around really has the answer to every human need. I wrote these poems because I came to the realization that many people like me years ago, do not believe in the spiritual. And yet I believe it is evident that if we disregard Biblical teachings about the spiritual realms, life simply does not make a lot of sense. However it is also my experience that many people who claim to be spiritual do not understand what the Bible teaches about the spiritual realm that operates in the earth. These poems were also written for people who have difficulty reading and understanding the Scriptures. I try to clarify misunderstanding about many important Biblical issues such as Hell and pre-destination. They are written in simple poetic language for the benefit of anyone who is interested in Biblical Truth

If you ever face an unsolvable task that you cannot overcome as a human being, there is a spirit world that can help you. You should be in good terms with this spirit world because the spirits there are very powerful. I learned the hard way of their power and their wonderful kindness. Please, do not be afraid of them.

Wisdom is Women's Gift to the World. In the many cultural stories that speak about the changing of the ages, it is always Feminine Spirit which brings about the transition to new life, for Feminine Spirit knows the rhythms of life, death, and rebirth and is the "opener of the way." In times of cultural transformation, it is also our right-brain, feminine consciousness that is our best guide, for it opens us to the creative imagination, the realm of possibility.

The return of the Goddess awakens the transformative energy that births the changing of the ages. In the western story of worldwide spiritual transformation, there is a powerful image of Cosmic Woman, an image of the archetypal Feminine Spirit who transforms and gives birth to this new age. And her archetypal image gives us instructions for opening to and incarnating wisdom.

This image of the awakening Feminine Spirit is an image of the Conscious Woman: a woman, clothed with the sun, standing on the moon, crowned with stars, who is in labor, giving birth to a savior. In earlier times and different traditions, this archetypal image was understood as Lady Wisdom. Today I feel this Goddess image of conscious woman can be incarnated by women everywhere. This woman clothed with the sun is Lady Wisdom, who calls all women to become her daughters.

"I love Cathy's insights into fairy tales, mythology, dreams, astrological energies, and archetypes. She makes sense of how our lives are impacted by these complex yet very beautiful elements, making them accessible and keeping them profound. Her wisdom can only enhance anyone lucky enough to have crossed her path." --Alix Toland, Artist & Creator of Color-Scope: An Astrological Mandala

This life is limited. One day, every one of us will die.

So, what is our real purpose in this limited world with limited time? Who were we before we were born, and what will happen to us after we die? Who are we...really?

In this springtime of spiritual awakening, profound realizations about our true nature and our true self consciousness can easily and naturally be experienced by all of us. In understanding our true self, our spiritual journey and the key connection of our heart, our life will take on new meaning, and our daily activities and relationships will be filled with beauty, joy and purpose.

Through easy-to-understand information and inspiring personal experiences, The Real You: Beyond Forms and Lives provides valuable insight, wherever you are on your spiritual journey. Topics include:

. Who/what is our true self or spirit

. The journey of our true self

. How to communicate with our true self

. The three human consciousnesses: brain, soul and spirit (true self)

. The real us: understanding our true self

. Reincarnation

. Psychic abilities

. Our heart and using our heart to surrender to the Creator

. Our Inner heart and letting our inner heart be the director

Whether seeking spiritual connection, authentic happiness, or a deeper understanding of yourself and others, "The Real You: Beyond Forms and" "Lives "delivers a deeply profound and universal reminder of how we can best live the life we've been given to realize our true purpose and fulfill our ultimate destiny.

His Christian Heritage always led Willem to believe that the three Abrahamic faiths Judaism, Christianity and Islam shared a common God. 9/11 made him realize that there was something not true about this belief. In his research Willem soon discovered that Islam operates under a veiled threat under political correctness and that the teachings of Islam places the West in great danger. So then based on the information provided by the teachings of the Quran and the prophet Mohammad how should we respond to the cultural blindfold that political correctness has placed on us?

Travel inside the mind of the man and woman of God who have fallen on the battlefield of sin. Realize the struggles and heartache of each one who has confronted elements of loss, defeat, and death. Delve into the heartbeat of many who loved God, yet found themselves steeped in sin, fighting an unseen warrior and struggling to find their way back into fellowship with the Lord. Discover God's redemptive power and transforming grace that encamps around the fallen, who will once again believe that God loves them, and has a plan for their lives. Learn from Roni Simone about the confusion and social pressures that lead a woman to choose abortion, and walk with her through the trials she endures, in her fight to overcome and choose life. Struggle with Amos, who is enslaved by the temptation of pornography, and watch carefully as the forces of evil horde in to steal, kill, and destroy. Walk through the maze of disillusionment that is spun in Mara's life by the spirit of bitterness. Prepare to change. You may in some way see yourself in the life of one of these characters, and discover there is hope. Steady your heart for the doors that will open as you realize Jesus can set you free. Armor up, as the Holy Spirit prepares you to go in to the battlefield to rescue a fallen warrior, and know that He will bring to mind the need for restoration in your life, or in the life of someone near you.

Storm Clouds Gathering ...

In contrast to these busy first few weeks of establishing back-to-school routines, as well as the uncertainty of medical tests for Kjrsten, I reflected back on the quiet respite we'd had over the past summer.

One of our favorite summer activities was to sit on the long, covered front porch of our home and watch the storms as they rolled in from the west across Clear Creek. We'd listen for the thunder and see the lightning striking at the bottom of the hill as the storm climbed upward and through the cornfield to the edge of our yard. We were relieved as it rumbled noisily over the top of our house without leaving any damage as it continued its steady march to the east.

Little did we know what kind of storm was brewing for our perfect little family.