Like the Olympic torchbearers, Christians are also called to pass a torch from generation to generation. The light of biblical Christianity shines in the world today because faithful believers through the ages dedicated themselves to the accurate transfer of doctrine to new Christians and then equipped them to live out this truth. This is our legacy, our calling in Christ, and the best inheritance we can leave our children. There is no greater privilege or honor in life than to be a torchbearer for Christ.

This book deals with a much neglected portion of God's Word which looks at the vitally important themes of headship and the glory of God. The author has not avoided issues and has included thorough research both from Church history and the original language of the New Testament. The section dealing with the objections to the head covering reveals the desperate attempts that have been made in recent times to avoid the clear implications of the 1 Corinthians 11 passage. How we need a return to that which is written in Scripture, instead of being influenced by the bankrupt culture of the day. - Mike Attwood (Springfield, MO).

Are you consistently having close encounters with the Lord? Do you hear His still, quiet voice as you mediate on His Word and petition Him in prayer? If not, it is time to take action - it is time to respond to His invitation. God desires your presence and is inviting you to have contact and communion with Him. The extent to which we respond to this invitation and have contact with God's nature will ultimately determine our wherewithal to know God, to express His nature to others, and to adhere to His calling for our lives. - Warren Henderson

When will a Christian man find the most joy and satisfaction in life? When he lives out that which he was created for - this is God's authentic man. If married, he will pursue biblical companionship with his wife, shepherd his children, and satisfy his family's needs. Married or not, the fruit-laden bough represents a spiritually-minded man who serves others through wise leadership, humble service, and a selfless example. The Fruitful Bough is divided into four major sections. The first section, The Marital Union, supplies the biblical foundation for the remainder of the book: Why was marriage instituted, and what was God's best plan for marriage? The next two sections pertain to the main natural roles a married man will find the most joy in fulfilling - namely, being a companion to his wife, shepherding his children, and satisfying the spiritual and physical needs of his family. The final section contains a character sketch of a spiritually-minded man and discusses the types of ministries he is expected to engage in. God reveals both what He finds admirable in a man and what he expects him to do to please Him. May each God-fearing man pursue his divine calling and be a fruitful bough (Gen. 49: 22-24).

The Study Guide provides sixteen lessons formatted with questions and exercises for each of the sixteen chapters of The Fruitful Bough. Weekly Bible studies are preferred; it is my recommendation to read one chapter of The Fruitful Bough and complete the associated lesson each week.

The Teacher's Guide is the sixteen-lesson Study Guide for The Fruitful Bough, but with answers provided for each question. There is plenty of empty space after each answer for the study leader to personally respond to each question and exercise, and he is encouraged to do so.

Is there legitimate evidence for the supernatural realm? If so, who originated such influences? If there is a God, how can we be sure that the Bible is His message to mankind? Is the Bible we have today authentic, and can we trust what it says? What advantage does Christianity have over the religions of the world? These questions and others will be posed and rationally addressed. If you are a Christian attending a secular university or are in frequent company with skeptics, you will find this book helpful for graciously and respectfully dialoguing with others concerning your faith.

World religion is an exhaustive system of doings apart from God's truth and God's enablement. How does world religion obscure divine truth, thus preventing man from personally knowing God? What general trends are con-sistently found in humanized religion? What advantage does biblical Christianity have over the religions of the world? Why should I trust Jesus Christ alone to secure eternal life? These questions and many others will be posed and rationally addressed in this book. Dear reader, please examine the evidence, and determine for yourself if biblical Christianity is a logical choice.

This book deals with a much neglected portion of God's Word which looks at the vitally important themes of headship and the glory of God. The author has not avoided issues and has included thorough research both from Church history and the original language of the New Testament. The section dealing with the objections to the head covering reveals the desperate attempts that have been made in recent times to avoid the clear implications of the 1 Corinthians 11 passage. How we need a return to that which is written in Scripture, instead of being influenced by the bankrupt culture of the day. - Mike Attwood (Washington, GA).