This book deals with the largest global shift in religion over the last forty years, the astonishing rise of Pentecostalism and charismatic Christianity. Conservative estimates suggest that a quarter of a billion people are now members of Pentecostal churches, mainly in the developing world. David Martin examines the widely differing forms of Pentecostal religion across the five continents, drawing deeply significant conclusions about the future of Christianity itself.

David Martin's "Tongues of Fire "was a pioneering examination of Pentecostal and charismatic Christianity in Latin America. This book extends the argument of that book and applies it globally. The author looks at the roots of the Pentecostal movement to explain how it crosses cultural boundaries, appealing to people as diverse as the respectable poor in Latin American and Africa, the new middle classes of South East Asia, and minorities in the Andes or Nepal. Martin offers a sensitive and illuminating account of the life-world of Pentecostals which looks at the specificities of history, politics, culture and economics while drawing out a wide-ranging theory and explanation of the secular and the sacred.

"Pentecostalism: The World Their Parish "is a major milestone in the work of one of the most respected sociologists of religion writing today. It will become essential reading for students, academics and general readers interested in the rise of global religion.

With your mouth you are either going to give God dominion over you, or you're goint to give Satan dominion over you. Quit talking the devil's language and start talking God's language.

Most of the early twentieth-century Pentecostal denominations were peace churches that encouraged a stance of conscientious objection. However, since the Second World War Pentecostals have largely abandoned their pacifist viewpoint as they have taken on a more literal Biblical hermeneutic from their interaction with Evangelical denominations. This book traces the history of nonviolence in Pentecostalism and suggests that a new hermeneutic of the Bible is needed by today's Pentecostals in order for them to rediscover their pacifist roots and effect positive social change. The book focuses on how Pentecostalism has manifested in South Africa during the twentieth century. Much of the available academic literature on hermeneutics and exegesis in the field of Pentecostal Studies is of an American or British-European origin. This book redresses this imbalance by exploring how the Bible has been used amongst African Pentecostals to teach on the apparent paradox of a simultaneously wrathful and loving God. It then goes onto suggest that how the Bible is read directly affects how Pentecostals view their role as potential reformers of society. So, it must be engaged seriously and thoughtfully. By bringing Pentecostalism's function in South African society to the fore, this book adds a fresh perspective on the issue of pacifism in world Christianity. As such it will be of great use to scholars of Pentecostal Studies, Theology, and Religion and Violence as well as those working in African Studies.

Practical Help for Recognizing and Listening to God's Voice Bestselling author James Goll takes readers on an adventure into the heart of what it means to hear God, and how to do it. Over the course of this journey, both beginners and those who have been listening to God for years will explore biblical principles about prayer, starting from square one. Real-life illustrations inspire and excite readers to have expectant hearts by learning to: * draw near to God * trust that he wants to speak * overcome obstacles that block his voice * avoid being misled by words not coming from him * cultivate a lifestyle of hearing him God is speaking to you--today. Grow in assurance that he wants you to hear.

Where is God when my suffering seems never-ending? Can I really find joy in this fallen world? This powerful book confronts these questions with stories of the author's near-death experience, a daughter's suicide attempt, mental illness, and numerous other gripping stories that demonstrate not only that God is present when we need him, but that through our trials we can find true intimacy with him. Author Randy Kay recounts how, as a former devout agnostic, he survived a near-fatal accident while searching for the truth--and when he met the One he sought to disprove, his journey changed from a life of extreme trials into one of genuine joy. In these pages, Kay offers his testimony to show readers how God uses suffering and brokenness to build an intimate and indestructible relationship with him, while breaking down barriers and ushering the reader into an authentic relationship with the Author of love.

See Yourself as Blessed in Every Season of Life

We all want to be blessed. We desire health, happiness, promotion, joy, financial security, peace, good relationships, and every quality signifying that blessing and abundance are flowing in our lives.

So how do you continue to live blessed even when you are going through life’s valleys?

Everyone faces difficult times—seasons where we don’t feel blessed. God wants to mold and shape you into a person who sees yourself as blessed, not because of your circumstances, but because this is your God-assigned identity!

In this classic book from Bishop T.D. Jakes, you will discover how to:

- walk in a blessed identity, no matter what season or circumstance comes your way.

- unlock inner strength to persevere, even when you feel like you can no longer go on.

- exchange your stress and worry for gratitude and thanksgiving.

- become a person God can trust with Heaven’s blessing and abundance.

Whether you are standing on the highest peak of victory, or feel like you are sinking into the valley of trial, once you start to see yourself as blessed, you will be positioned to thrive in every season!

Let the Spirit live inside you Are you hungry for an encounter with Jesus? Do you want to make an impact on the world? In this power-packed book, Bill Johnson discusses how "you "can be a person who hosts the Presence of God. Though all believers obviously have the Spirit of God within them, there is "more" that enables you to be so full that you overflow His Spirit into your world. Take a journey and meet many great prophets and kings from the Old Testament who were known as people of the Presence--people who, in Johnson's words, "God wanted to be with." In this succinct and powerful book, Johnson encourages you toward a pursuit of the Presence of God above all else. In this book, you will discover: How to pay attention to the Holy Spirit and respond to Him. How the Holy Spirit manifests Himself. Biblical figures who were hungry for more of God's Spirit and learned to host Him. Stories of Presence-filled revivalists and personal encounters with the Presence Bill Johnson writes: "We are enabled to partner with the Kingdom of Heaven and see it released here on earth The Presence of God within us will bring reformation to the world around us--encountering a loving God " Host more of Him today

In this outline Kenneth E. Hagin says, He leads the believer into a knowledge of intercessions, encour-ageing him to experience all that God has for him in this area. The Word to become keen interrcessor

Redeem Your Timeline!

Haunted by your past? Anxious about the future? The omnipotent God of the Bible is not confined by the limits of time. He is not ashamed of your past or uncertain about your future. Every moment of your life is always held in the palm of His hand.

Troy Brewer – pastor of OpenDoor church, founder of Troy Brewer Ministries, and dynamic prophetic voice – shares a revolutionary teaching on your relationship to time.

As a believer, you can invite Jesus into your personal timeline to supernaturally redeem your past and miraculously prepare your future. Because past sins have been erased, the pain of trauma, abuse, and heartbreak can be redeemed. Future fears can be put to rest, as stress, anxieties, and uncertainties are surrendered to Him.

Redeeming Your Timeline guides you through a personal encounter with Jesus to…

• Overcome paralyzing guilt and shame.
• Conquer the crippling fear of failure.
• Silence the whispers of anxiety.
• Break free from the bonds of childhood trauma.
• Experience freedom from panic attacks.
• Discover deep, lasting inner peace.

Discover the supernatural freedom that comes when Jesus enters your timeline!

Your Gifts Reveal God's Presence and Power The apostle Paul wrote, "There are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit. . . . To each one is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good" (1 Cor. 12:4,7). But what are these spiritual gifts? How do you know if you possess them? And, if you do, how do you use them? In The Beginner's Guide to Spiritual Gifts, Sam Storms will help you answer basic and foundational questions about the what, why, and how of the unique gifts God gives to each of His children. You will discover the purpose of spiritual gifts in the Church and learn how to identify your special mix of gifting. In addition, you will find out how the Holy Spirit uses the supernatural manifestation of gifts to demonstrate God's presence and power among His people. God has gifted you . . . now learn how to use His good gifts for His glory!

Unique, Powerful Way All Believers Can Experience Breakthrough

In the Bible, Moses sang. Miriam sang. So did Deborah, David, Mary, Paul, the angels, and so many more. The Israelites went to war singing; they sang over victories, over happy moments and hard moments. They knew something we've lost sight of: When we learn to sing God's words back to Him, we align the deepest spaces of our hearts with the deepest places of His--and we experience breakthrough. So why do we relegate singing the Word to just worship teams?

Julie Meyer, a Dove-nominated artist and worship leader, has been teaching all believers how to do just this. She shows that you don't need to know how to read music or even sing in tune. All you need is Scripture and a willingness to engage God in song. As you do, you will see heartache turn into hope, despair into destiny, fear into fearlessness. You stand on the Word, pray it, and even memorize it. Now it's time to sing it.

With over 125,000 copies in print, this book has been the authoritative guide on the topic of the baptism in the Holy Spirit with the evidence of speaking in tongues for approximately four decades. Author Don W. Basham neither denies nor ignores any of the controversy surrounding speaking in tongues. Instead, he provides a firm scriptural basis for those who might have questions or doubts about tongues, and encourages anyone interested how they can personally experience the blessing God offers through the baptism in the Holy Spirit with the confirming evidence of speaking in tongues.

This book teaches why real faith is not based upon physical evidence, but upon the Word of God.

Wild Ones, Arise!

There is a move of God that is stirring and a remnant has heard the call—wild, radical lovers of Jesus that have been hidden for far too long. Once the burnt out. The outcast. The voiceless and muzzled. Now they arise as the burning ones to release the word of the Lord and fire of Heaven into the four corners of the earth. They are the carriers of reformation, revival, and unique and undignified movements. They are a generation of David’s called for such a time as this.

In The Wild Ones, prophet and worship leader Nate Johnston offers an urgent summons to the wilderness prophetic voices, and a jarring wakeup call to the established church: If we are to experience a fresh outpouring of the Spirit, we must reform!

In this timely book, Nate offers prophetic insights and Biblical revelation that will set you free from the fear of man, bring a fresh download from Heaven, and reveal your place in God’s agenda to bring Heaven to Earth!

In The Wild Ones, you will receive:

• Purpose for your wilderness season.
• Direction for your unique, God-given gifts.
• Healing from the pain of past rejection.
• Encouragement to speak truth in the midst of chaos.
• Empowerment to release supernatural solutions in your sphere of influence.

Now is the time to emerge from the wilderness and be the new sound and voice of truth that will unshackle bonds of oppression, remove veils, and set the captives free.

The secret to fulfilling your dreams is unlocking your identity

If you are uncertain about your life’s purpose or discouraged by life’s monotony, don’t despair! You are about to discover your destiny!

Over the next 90 days, Bishop T.D. Jakes will lead you on an exciting journey of self-discovery, celebration, and fulfillment. His gentle guidance and insight will equip you with practical tools to reach your destiny.

You have been uniquely crafted by God to accomplish His purpose for your life. When you choose to embrace this identity, you will discover the abundant blessings and deep satisfaction that you were created for.

These inspiring daily devotions will empower you to…

- Overcome obstacles to your destiny

- Prepare for destiny-defining moments

- Unlock new realms of meaningful living

- Build a powerful legacy

- Rest confidently in your God-given identity

What are you waiting for? Seize your destiny today!

Andrew Strom is an international author and speaker, founder of RevivalSchool.com and the international REVIVAL List. In this book, he speaks of the many visions and prophecies that have come forth of a great "shaking" - a tidal wave of Change - coming to the church. Why did God speak to a leading U.S. intercessor in the 1980's that, "I am going to change the understanding andexpression of Christianity in the EARTH in one generation"? God wants His church back. There must be a return to the purity and power of the Book of Acts. God is going to "SHAKE" the nations of the world until this is accomplished. Read these visions that went all over the earth when they were published - and ask yourself, "Has this Shaking now begun?" A timely and provocative book for every Christian concerned with the future of the church. A call for a return to a true and vibrant Christianity - but not as we know it.