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This publication is not about the functions of gifts and ministries, but it explains God’s plan for them. Without a proper understanding, ministry in the Kingdom is ineffective. In this brief study, we will establish an understanding for God’s mandate for ministry. God created the world by His spoken word and His divine power. He does not need mankind to do anything. However, God used men and women from the beginning to accomplish His will in the earth. Thus, if God chooses to use us, He knows His ultimate reason for doing so. We must understand that when God calls, anoints, and gives ...

Jesus told the disciples that He would give us the keys to the Kingdom. We know that He spoke of authority and access. The Kingdom Citizens series is designed to help believers live daily as followers of Christ. Kingdom Citizens gives brief and vital information teaching Christians how to live under God’s rule in a world that is opposed to Christ. It is our prayer that you will be blessed by the materials presented. Jesus said that it is our Father’s good pleasure to give us the Kingdom. Titles included: Conformed to His Image: Biblical Studies in Predestination No Man Knows the Hour: ...

Faith, hope, and love are foundational to the Christian experience. These will abide forever. Yet, there is one more element crucial to the Christian's walk: patience. Because trials, tests, and troubles are common to life and the Christian experience, patience is needed to maintain stability and joy. In this publication, we will discuss "the patience factor." We will discover truths about patience and its importance in the Christian life.

In this fifth book of the logos apologetics series, we will examine practical insights for continuous development of the apologist’s ministry. In addition, we will revisit the foundational creeds which should fortify the apologist’s ministry. We will also explore modern considerations for engaging in apologetic ministry presently.

The Kingdom of God has ordinances that govern it. There is a way in which those therein should behave themselves. In this publication, we will discuss Kingdom Character. We will examine the appropriate character of the Christian. The Kingdom demands character. The believer must possess the mind and character of Christ.

In this third book of the logos apologetics series, we will examine the early advancements of apologetics. A brief overview and analysis will be given of the councils and emerging doctrines contrary to Christian orthodoxy. It is our prayer that this information will strengthen the modern apologist.

The focus of this book is to bring clarity and understanding to the pastoral office and the pastoral anointing. This information will help individuals to recognize the operations of this anointing in their lives and in the lives of others. It is our hope that believers will develop a greater respect and appreciation for the pastoral office and gift. For a full examination, please see my book, “I Will Give You Pastors: Examining the Pastoral Office in the New Testament Church."

In this issue, we will discuss the need for ministry among pastors and leaders. Jesus was referred to as the Wounded Healer. In spite of rejection and sorrow, He ministered to the needs of others. Today, we find leaders throughout the Body of Christ who are wounded healers. They minister to others without receiving ministry themselves. This has caused many leaders to suffer burn-outs, sicknesses, and even early deaths. In this issue, we want to briefly examine the influences surrounding this problem in leadership.

Time would fail to try to explain all of the dynamics that are associated with God’s preparation process for ministry and service. There is a definite art to how He does it. The only person that can hinder us is ourselves. We just have to learn to navigate through the difficult times of preparation for ministry and service. Paul summed up his toils of ministry when he declared, It is evident that Paul embraced problematic people and situations as a part of ministry. If we will have and maintain effective ministry and service, we must adopt this mindset. Why? God, in His wisdom, uses ...

In this publication, we will discuss relationships and the Christian teen. The first area that we will consider is friendships. The Christian teen will discover how to have positive and wholesome friendships. They will learn strategies for dissolving bad friendships. The Christian youth will understand how to have fruitful, peaceful, and beneficial Friendships in his/her life.

In this publication, we will briefly discuss steps to Christian maturity and growth. As a follower of Christ, we must be willing to discipline ourselves that we can grow in grace and knowledge. It is our prayer that this brief study will guide you on your path to spiritual maturity.

In this commentary, we will examine Exodus 20. This chapter gives the initial giving of the Ten Commandments. God gave them as a foundation for Israel’s national identity and worship. Their implementation also marked a dividing line in humankind’s history. Though there is controversy and varying commentaries on the Ten Commandments, their eternal truth yet resounds. The Christian, today, should not only memorize these commandments, but also understand their application in the Christian life.

God has always chosen to establish relationship with men through covenants. The covenants still provide valuable lessons for the Christian today. In this study, we will explore two foundational covenants to God’s interaction with His creation. We will examine the Adamic and the Noahic Covenants. As we explore these two Covenants, we will see God’s eternal purpose for the Christian today.

The scriptures reveal that God has set ministries and gifts in the Church. The ministries of the apostle and the prophet provided the foundation for the Church. However, their ministries alone could not advance the Church. Thus, God set other ministries within the Church; namely, the pastor and the teacher. These ministries are important for the equipping and maturing of the saints. In the pages of this book, we will discuss the ministries of the pastor and of the teacher in detail. A proper understanding of these ministries will help individuals recognize and appreciate their functionality...

The ministry of the Holy Spirit is the prominent feature of the New Testament church. In the Old Testament God promised that His Spirit would be outpoured upon all flesh. On the day of Pentecost, God’s promise was fulfilled. In the pages of this book, the dynamics of the promise of the Father; that is, the baptism of the Holy Spirit and the gift of tongues will be explored.

God has a standard of living that we, as believers, must live by. However, we must remember that our good works and acts must be a product of Christ’s character being formed in us. This is done as the Christian endeavors live a Spirit-filled life. In this publication, we will examine the proper approach to walking in the Spirit and having conduct reflective of a vibrant faith in Christ.

In biology, the Lazarus Effect refers to species and other organisms that appeared in one time period and then disappeared; only to reappear at a later period of time. Biologists were amazed at how a species could be alive and well at a certain time and then seemingly go extinct. Then, this "extinct" species somehow comes back to life and reproduces. Biologists used the term Lazarus Effect based upon the New Testament account of Jesus miraculously raising His friend Lazarus from the dead. In the fourth book of the Restoration & Recovery Series, we will continue to examine the failures and ...

In this commentary, discover practical truths for the Christian life. Jude wrote to warn the believers against false brethren and to challenge them to contend for the faith of Jesus Christ. This epistle should evoke a sense of fear and reverence in the Christian today. It should cause the Christian to stand boldly in the faith without fear of recognizing and opposing those who propose to dilute the faith of the Lord Jesus Christ.

This publication presents a solid introduction to the prophetic ministry. It will bring clarity and understanding to the prophetic office, the prophetic anointing, and the gift of prophecy. This information will help individuals to recognize the operations of this anointing in their lives and in the lives of others. It is our hope that believers will develop a greater respect and appreciation for the prophetic office and gift. For a full examination, please see my book, “If They Be Prophets: An Examination of the Prophetic Office and Gift.”

UPDATED EDITION. The focus of this teaching and study material is to bring clarity and understanding to the apostolic and prophetic offices, and also to the apostolic and prophetic anointings. These lessons will help individuals to recognize the operations of these anointings in the lives of believers.