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In 1740, Benjamin Franklin published the first American edition of
Gospel Sonnets, by the eminent Scottish Presbyterian minister Ralph
Erskine. The work, already in its fifth British edition, quickly
became an American bestseller and remained so throughout the
eighteenth century. Franklin was aware of what most scholars of
American religion and literature have forgotten -that poetry played
a central role in the "surprising works of God" that birthed
evangelicalism. The far-reaching social transformations
precipitated by the transatlantic evangelical revivals of the
eighteenth century depended upon the development of a major
literary form, that of revival poetry. Literary scholars and
historians of religion have prioritized sermons, conversion
narratives, periodicals, and hymnody. Wendy Roberts here argues
that poetry offered a unique capacity to "diffuse celestial Fervor
through the World," in the words of the cleric Samuel Davies.
Awakening Verse is the first monograph to address this large corpus
of evangelical poetry in the American colonies, shedding light on
important dimensions of eighteenth-century religious and literary
culture. Roberts deftly assembles a large, previously unknown
archive of immensely popular poems, examines how literary history
has rendered this poetic tradition invisible, and demonstrates how
a vibrant popular poetics exercised a substantial effect on the
landscape of early American religion, literature, and culture.
Apostolic networks link congregations together through personal
relationships. They center around apostolic figures who have the
ability to mobilize resources, make rapid decisions, and utilize
charismatic gifts. Networks of churches organized in this way can
respond to postmodernity and cultural innovation. This book takes
the story of the emergence of apostolic networks in Britain from
the visionary work of Arthur Wallis through the charismatic renewal
into the full-fledged Restoration Movement of the 1980s. It covers
the events of the 1990s, including the Toronto Blessing, and
contains fresh information based upon interviews with leading
players and new survey data as well as reanalysis of historical
documents.
This book teaches why real faith is not based upon physical
evidence, but upon the Word of God.
Mike Bickle has known both the exhilaration and the confusion
caused by ministry focused on the exercise of spiritual gifts. As a
young pastor not personally inclined toward prophecy, he was taken
by surprise by the upsurge of the gift in his own church. Feeling
almost ambushed by God, he looked for help and advice, but with
little success. Thus began an often painful journey away from
"prophetic chaos" toward a clearer understanding of God's order. It
is out of this experience he now writes for all those who are
interested in seeing prophetic ministry developed in the church
today.
'A provocative look at the twisted roots of American
fundamentalism.' Will Self, Evening Standard Books of the Year
'Excellent . . . a lucid, judicious, even sympathetic account not
just of Mormon Fundamentalism but of the seductive power of
fanaticism in general.' Daily Telegraph 'Remarkable . . . for
anyone interested in the wilder frontiers of spiritual conviction,
this book is a must.' Independent Brothers Ron and Dan Lafferty
insist they were commanded to kill by God. In Under The Banner of
Heaven, Jon Krakauer's investigation is a meticulously researched,
bone-chilling narrative of polygamy, savage violence and unyielding
faith: an incisive look inside isolated Mormon Fundamentalist
communities in America, this gripping work of non-fiction
illuminates an otherwise confounding realm of human behaviour.
A Concise, One-Volume Guide to Spirit-Empowered Theology Many
Spirit-filled believers, even those intimately familiar with
Scripture, sometimes struggle to express theology in clear terms.
Charles Carrin, esteemed Spirit-empowered evangelist and scholar,
can help. In this one-volume reference, he explores the core areas
of theology--including the Bible, God, creation, sin, salvation,
church, last things--from a Spirit-empowered viewpoint. He also
specifically addresses key topics for charismatic and Pentecostal
believers, including * baptism of the Holy Spirit * functions of
the spiritual gifts, including the controversial gift of tongues *
healing and deliverance ministry * angels, demons, and the
supernatural miracles of God * God's plan for Israel This
comprehensive work by a respected Spirit-filled pastor will help
you grow in understanding about what you believe--and confidence
about why.
In the Trenches is Reggie's own fast-paced, inspiring account of
his colorful, sometimes controversial career, both in the pros and
in the pulpit. It is packed with insights, observations, and war
stories of his twelve years in the NFL-including his championship
season. Reggie is both beloved and feared, tough and gentle,
competitive and compassionate, fierce and generous.
Jesus didn't come to earth just to save us from hell. He suffered,
died, and rose again for the complete deliverance and healing you
long for. Soul wounds affect each of us and leave broken places in
our lives that need healing. When we seek inner healing but don't
also close demonic doorways to the enemy, we simply mask the issue
temporarily and may find ourselves in more bondage than we
experienced previously. A respected minister of deliverance, Kathy
DeGraw will show you through biblical insights, real-life examples,
and practical instruction how you can * discern and destroy the
root of fear, anger, addictions, rejection, and other strongholds
that just won't go away * use repentance, forgiveness, and robust
spiritual warfare prayers and declarations to possess freedom *
minister deliverance and inner healing to others * and more The
Holy Spirit wants to open your eyes to the strongholds that have
kept you stuck. It's time to be unshackled and free!
Natacha Tormey was born into the infamous religious cult known as
The Children of God. Abused, exploited, and brainwashed by 'The
Family', Natacha's childhood was stolen. Born to French hippy
parents attracted to the religious movement by the unusual mix of
evangelical Christianity, free love and rejection of the
mainstream, from an early age Natacha was brainwashed to believe
she had a special destiny - that she was part of an elite
children's army bestowed with superpowers that would one day save
the world from the Anti-Christ. Torn away from their parents,
Natacha and her siblings were beaten on a daily basis and forced to
sing and dance for entertainment in prisons and malls. Natacha
never expected to live to adulthood. At the age of 18 Natacha
escaped, but quickly found herself hurtling through a world she had
no understanding of. Alone, and grappling to come to terms with an
unbelievable sense of betrayal, she was stuck in a kind of limbo -
confused and unable to feel part of either way of life. Natacha is
one of the lucky ones; not all of her family survived the battle to
shed the shame and pain of their past. To date over 40 ex-Children
of God members of Natacha's generation have committed suicide. All
Natacha ever wanted was to feel normal, but escaping the cult was
only the beginning. Shocking, moving, but ultimately inspiring,
this is Natacha's full story; it is both a personal tale of trauma
and recovery, and an expose of the secret world of abuse hidden
behind commune walls.
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HONOURING THE DECLARATION provides academic resources to help The
United Church of Canada and other Canadian denominations enact
their commitment to the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous
Peoples and offers a framework for reconciliation between
Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada. Featuring essays
from scholars working from a range of disciplines, including
religious studies, Indigenous legal studies, Christian theology and
ethics, Biblical studies, Indigenous educational leadership within
the United Church, and social activism, the collection includes
both Indigenous and non-Indigenous voices, all of whom respond
meaningfully to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Calls to
Action. The texts explore some of the challenges that accepting the
UN Declaration as a framework poses to the United Church and other
Canadian denominations, and provides academic reflection on how
these challenges can be met. These reflections include concrete
proposals for steps that Canadian denominations and their
seminaries need to take in light of their commitment to the
Declaration, a study of a past attempt of the United Church to be
in solidarity with Indigenous peoples, and discussions of ethical
concepts and theological doctrines that can empower and guide the
church in living out this commitment.
The letters of Theophilus Lindsey (1723-1808) illuminate the career
and opinions of one of the most prominent and controversial
clergymen of the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. His
petitions for liberalism within the Church of England in 1772-3,
his subsequent resignation from the Church and his foundation of a
separate Unitarian chapel in London in 1774 all provoked profound
debate in the political as well as the ecclesiastical world. His
chapel became a focal point for the theologically and politically
disaffected and during the 1770s and early 1780s attracted the
interest of many critics of British policy towards the American
colonies. Benjamin Franklin, Joseph Priestley and Richard Price
were among Lindsey's many acquaintances. The first of this
two-volume edition of the letters of Theophilus Lindsey covers the
period from 1747 to the eve of the French Revolution; their
subjects include religious and political debate, campaigns for
ecclesiastical and political reform, and the emergence of a
theologically distinct Unitarian denomination. The letters are
accompanied by full notes and introduction. G.M. DITCHFIELD is
Professor of Eighteenth-Century History, University of Kent at
Canterbury.
What do you say to someone who is hurting? How many times in
everyday conversation do we struggle to comfort others in a
troubled world? Christians should be "first responders," say Andy
Reese and Jennifer Barnett, yet we lack the tools and confidence to
reach out. We end up frustrated by our own inability to connect
meaningfully and make a difference. But what would happen if we had
the ability and courage to speak out in love? In these pages Andy
and Jennifer give you the practical understanding and simple tools
to do just that. You can fill even your casual conversations with
the gentle yet transforming power of Jesus Christ. Here is what you
need to confidently step out to bring peace, give grace and help
others experience renewal. Visit www.freedomprayer.org for more
information. "Extremely instructive and practical."--Max Lucado,
pastor and bestselling author "This book will change lives--maybe
even yours."--Rich Stearns, president, World Vision U.S. "Solidly
based on the Gospel and immensely practical. It has helped our
leaders walk in increased freedom while we help many know the truth
that sets them free."--David McQueen, senior pastor, Beltway Park
Baptist Church, Abilene, Texas "Our leadership team is fully on
board and delighted with the simple effectiveness of this
ministry."--Michael Swecker, pastor of Prayer and Freedom
Ministries, Hosanna! Church, Lakeville, Minnesota "For many people
a ministry like Freedom Prayer is the best place to start . . and I
am most impressed with the team at the Freedom Resource."--Stephen
Mory, M.D., assistant clinical professor of psychiatry, Vanderbilt
University; psychiatrist, Mental Health Cooperative "Freedom Tools
offers piercing insights with keen discernment to empower the
reader to be set free at last. . . .A great tool for your spiritual
warfare arsenal."--James W. Goll, founder, Encounters Network,
Prayer Storm and GET eSchool; author, The Lifestyle of a Prophet
and many more "Freedom Prayer has been invaluable to me as a
counselor.."--Wendy Barnes, LPC, San Antonio "Freedom Tools is both
practical and profound. It does a masterful job of taking a
potentially complex subject and bringing it into everyone's
reach."--Bill Johnson, senior leader, Bethel Church, Redding,
California; author, When Heaven Invades Earth and more "Through the
partnership of truths from the world of psychology and those from
the world of inner healing, we can see powerful healing and
transformation. By integrating the two, we will see more people
live abundant lives as they heal their connection with God and are
restored body, soul and spirit."--Margaret Nagib, Timberline Knolls
Clinical Development Institute "Freedom Tools gave me a biblical
manual for helping people experience freedom.."--Kirk Freeman, lead
pastor, CrossBridge Community Church, San Antonio, Texas
"Professional counseling and prayer ministries work hand in hand as
essential partners to facilitate inner healing in wounded lives.
Working together we can maximize the freedom, recovery and renewing
of all those in need."--Dr. Mark Jones, LMFT director, Liberty
Alliance "This powerful book gives you the Freedom Tools you need
to demolish the adversary's obstacles to freedom and prosperity.
Use them and you, too, can experience the super-abundant life that
God desires for you!"--C. Peter Wagner, chancellor, Wagner
Leadership Institute "A great need has long existed for someone to
reduce inner healing to simpler, everyday language and tools. Our
friend Andy Reese has done that admirably in Freedom Tools."--John
Loren Sandford, co-founder, Elijah House Ministries "This is
ministry from the heart and by the Spirit--so simple and natural
that you'll ask yourself, 'Why didn't I know this before?'"--David
Kyle Foster, founder and exec utive director, Mastering Life
Ministries
Previous studies of revival have tended to approach these
remarkable moments in history from either a strictly local or a
sweeping national perspective. In so doing they have dealt with
either the detailed circumstances of a particular situation or the
broader course of events. These approaches, however, have given the
incorrect impression that religious awakening are uniform
movements. As a result revivals have been misunderstood as
homogeneous campaigns. This is the first study of the 1859 revival
from a regional level in a comprehensive manner. It examines this
movement, arguably the most significant and far-reaching awakening
in modern times, as it appeared in the city of Aberdeen, the rural
hinterland of north-east Scotland, and among the fishing villages
and towns that stretch along the Moray Firth. It reveals how, far
from being unvarying, the 1859 revival was richly diverse. It
uncovers the important influence that local contexts brought to
bear upon the timing and manifestation of this awakening. Above
all, it has established the heterogeneous nature of simultaneous
revival movements that appeared in the same vicinity.
Experiencing Father's Embrace is an excellent resource for anyone
interested in growing or ministering in the Father's love message.
The author's style of writing makes this book easy to read, yet it
is one of the most thorough and profoundly impacting books
available on knowing God as a Father.
The world is full of evil men conspiring for total control.
Composed of religious, financial, and political committees, this
secret combination coordinates with other groups to accomplish its
ultimate plana one-world government called the New World Order and
a one-world religion led by the Anti-Christ. But if this is true,
why do so few people know about it? Why isn't it broadcast by the
media for all the world to see? One reason is that the media
obscures the actions of this great conspiracy. But the greatest
reason is that the conspiracy is taking place right before our
eyes, staring at us so hard in the face that we can't see it.
With new evidence from various experts on the subject, this
revised edition of Hiding in Plain Sight examines the combinations
that seek to destroy us and exposes the reasoning they use to
deceive us. This is a must-read for any Latter-day Saint who wants
to outsmart the enemy and win the war against Satan.
Divine encounters with the supernatural – signs,
wonders, miracles, healings and angelic experiences
– should be normal among those who know and follow
Jesus. Yet, many followers of the risen Messiah are
tired, bored and spiritually hungry, desperate for something
powerful and transformational. There is so much
more to the Christian life than many are currently
experiencing. The key is understanding the Code of the
Supernatural! Sid Roth, host of It’s Supernatural!, has
devoted his life to helping believers walk in their full
inheritance: a lifestyle where miracles become commonplace,
answered prayer is normal, and everyday
people are supernaturally empowered to demonstrate
God’s kingdom and fulfill their divine destinies.
When you touch the divine glory realm, you will never be satisfied with
anything less!
In this powerful prophetic message, bestselling author Robert Henderson
extends an invitation to all believers who long to experience God in a
deeper, more powerful way: You can encounter God’s glory!
Based on Moses’ encounter with God in Exodus Chapter 33, Robert
provides a biblical blueprint for experiencing new realms of God’s
glory in our daily lives.
In this groundbreaking work, you will…
- Receive a greater vision of God’s glory.
- Discover the 5 revelations of God’s glory from Exodus 33.
- Discern the difference between manifestations of God’s
presence and His glory.
- Pray bold “glory prayers” like Moses.
- Become the “dominion of God:” a person fully indwelt and
inhabited by His glory.
In the presence of God, we learn how to ascend into the next dimension
of God: His glory realm—where the miraculous happens!
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