Author: Vernon M. Whaley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780910566001
Category : Church music
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
This book updates and expands on decades of experience from Dr. Whaley's notable ministry in worship and music studies. These inseperable dual elements in the life of the Church are enhanced by his biblically based insights for practical instruction to renew thier function in the local church . Designed for music and worship leaders, vocalists, instrumentalists, and the congregation at large. This study course will be helpful helpful and enouraging , regardless of the church's worship style.
Exalt His Name
Author: Vernon M. Whaley
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780910566001
Category : Church music
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
This book updates and expands on decades of experience from Dr. Whaley's notable ministry in worship and music studies. These inseperable dual elements in the life of the Church are enhanced by his biblically based insights for practical instruction to renew thier function in the local church . Designed for music and worship leaders, vocalists, instrumentalists, and the congregation at large. This study course will be helpful helpful and enouraging , regardless of the church's worship style.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780910566001
Category : Church music
Languages : en
Pages : 163
Book Description
This book updates and expands on decades of experience from Dr. Whaley's notable ministry in worship and music studies. These inseperable dual elements in the life of the Church are enhanced by his biblically based insights for practical instruction to renew thier function in the local church . Designed for music and worship leaders, vocalists, instrumentalists, and the congregation at large. This study course will be helpful helpful and enouraging , regardless of the church's worship style.
Exalt His Name, Jesus
Author: Westwick Abijah Williams
Publisher: Strategic Book Publishing & Rights Agency
ISBN: 168235511X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
The name Jesus identified the Son of God as a man. It was a common Jewish name meaning savior or deliverer. Jesus grew up perceived as a member of the local community. It was his baptism at age 30 that marked his anointing and attaining the title of “Christ,” now “the anointed one,” “the one sent from God.” The name Christ distinguished him from all others named Jesus. It identified him as the Son of God. Jesus Christ combined the “Son of God” and the “son of man.” Jesus chose to be the “son of man,” so he might redeem lost mankind, restoring it to the status of his creation, “sons of God.” In the name Jesus Christ is enshrined immortal glory, as well as the omnipotence and omniscience of God the Father. The common name Jesus is elevated above all other names to be expressive of the divine characteristics of “the Christ, the Son of God.” Jesus, “the son of man,” elevates mankind to the status of Christians, “the sons of God.” This book presents a challenge to Christians to rise above the limitations of our fallen humanity, to grasp the unlimited potentials embodied in the name “Christ-ian,” and to be like Jesus Christ. We must follow Christ’s example in daily living, internalizing and practicing the precepts he taught, and get intimate with him through prayer. We are expected by God to fulfil the mission and destiny of Christians. When we succeed, all our differences will give way to Christ’s likeness, and the unity (oneness) for which Jesus prayed in John 17:17.
Publisher: Strategic Book Publishing & Rights Agency
ISBN: 168235511X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 194
Book Description
The name Jesus identified the Son of God as a man. It was a common Jewish name meaning savior or deliverer. Jesus grew up perceived as a member of the local community. It was his baptism at age 30 that marked his anointing and attaining the title of “Christ,” now “the anointed one,” “the one sent from God.” The name Christ distinguished him from all others named Jesus. It identified him as the Son of God. Jesus Christ combined the “Son of God” and the “son of man.” Jesus chose to be the “son of man,” so he might redeem lost mankind, restoring it to the status of his creation, “sons of God.” In the name Jesus Christ is enshrined immortal glory, as well as the omnipotence and omniscience of God the Father. The common name Jesus is elevated above all other names to be expressive of the divine characteristics of “the Christ, the Son of God.” Jesus, “the son of man,” elevates mankind to the status of Christians, “the sons of God.” This book presents a challenge to Christians to rise above the limitations of our fallen humanity, to grasp the unlimited potentials embodied in the name “Christ-ian,” and to be like Jesus Christ. We must follow Christ’s example in daily living, internalizing and practicing the precepts he taught, and get intimate with him through prayer. We are expected by God to fulfil the mission and destiny of Christians. When we succeed, all our differences will give way to Christ’s likeness, and the unity (oneness) for which Jesus prayed in John 17:17.
Rich Wounds
Author: David Mathis
Publisher: The Good Book Company
ISBN: 1784986887
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Profound reflections on the cross that help you to meditate on and marvel at the sacrificial love of Jesus. This book can be used as a devotional, especially during Lent and Easter. These profound reflections on the cross from David Mathis, author of The Christmas We Didn’t Expect, will help you to meditate on and marvel at Jesus’ life, sacrificial death, and spectacular resurrection-enabling you to treasure anew who Jesus is and what he has done. Many of us are so familiar with the Easter story that it becomes easy to miss subtle details and difficult to really enjoy its meaning. This book will help you to pause and marvel at Jesus, whose now-glorified wounds are a sign of his unfailing love and the decisive victory that he has won: “He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5) This book can be used as a devotional. The chapters on Holy Week make it especially helpful during the Lent season and at Easter.
Publisher: The Good Book Company
ISBN: 1784986887
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Profound reflections on the cross that help you to meditate on and marvel at the sacrificial love of Jesus. This book can be used as a devotional, especially during Lent and Easter. These profound reflections on the cross from David Mathis, author of The Christmas We Didn’t Expect, will help you to meditate on and marvel at Jesus’ life, sacrificial death, and spectacular resurrection-enabling you to treasure anew who Jesus is and what he has done. Many of us are so familiar with the Easter story that it becomes easy to miss subtle details and difficult to really enjoy its meaning. This book will help you to pause and marvel at Jesus, whose now-glorified wounds are a sign of his unfailing love and the decisive victory that he has won: “He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5) This book can be used as a devotional. The chapters on Holy Week make it especially helpful during the Lent season and at Easter.
The Daily Prophecy
Author: Brenda Kunneman
Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers
ISBN: 0768487838
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 399
Book Description
Do you need a word from God? The Daily Prophecy shares a unique prophetic word—plus much more—for each day of the year. More than a daily devotional, you will feel divine inspiration as you read The Daily Prophecy. Each prophecy is written as if God is speaking directly to you—bringing you hope, security, peace, and the joy of feeling loved by your heavenly Father. Each daily word also provides prophetic Scripture and biblical insight into that day’s special focus including finances, health, family, career—365 everyday issues and concerns. Also included is a daily significant prayer that you can decree over yourself that builds a strong foundation for not only your spiritual life, but also your physical, emotional, and relational life. Author Brenda Kunneman has a prophetic anointing that she uses to bring believers closer to the Lord. From January 1 to December 31, you will be emboldened with the wisdom and revelation presented in The Daily Prophecy—Your Future Revealed Today!
Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers
ISBN: 0768487838
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 399
Book Description
Do you need a word from God? The Daily Prophecy shares a unique prophetic word—plus much more—for each day of the year. More than a daily devotional, you will feel divine inspiration as you read The Daily Prophecy. Each prophecy is written as if God is speaking directly to you—bringing you hope, security, peace, and the joy of feeling loved by your heavenly Father. Each daily word also provides prophetic Scripture and biblical insight into that day’s special focus including finances, health, family, career—365 everyday issues and concerns. Also included is a daily significant prayer that you can decree over yourself that builds a strong foundation for not only your spiritual life, but also your physical, emotional, and relational life. Author Brenda Kunneman has a prophetic anointing that she uses to bring believers closer to the Lord. From January 1 to December 31, you will be emboldened with the wisdom and revelation presented in The Daily Prophecy—Your Future Revealed Today!
Discovering the 3EEE Lifestyle
Author: Joel Nelson
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 164569058X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
Discovering the 3EEE Lifestyle looks at how to achieve Jesus Christ's command to his church to make disciples. To accomplish this task, you must focus on three primary areas: exalt the Savior, equip the saints, and evangelize the sinner. These are practical steps to help us effectively make disciples. Being a disciple is God's plan for every Christian. Discovering the 3EEE lifestyle begins with "exalting the Savior through worship." Worship says it's not about me. It's not about my wants or desires. It's not about my ambitions or plans. It's about me giving everything up for God. Worship is submission. Submission to Christ is the foundation of our relationship with him and the core of true worship. Discovering the 3EEE lifestyle continues with "equipping the saints through the Word." The task of equipping is essentially that of getting people ready to live the Christian life and to do ministry in the world. The operative phrase is found in Ephesians 4:12, to "Equip the saints for the work of ministry." The result of being "equipped" is Christlikeness. The final step in discovering the 3EEE lifestyle is "evangelizing the sinner through witnessing." It has been noted that most Christians never share their faith with nonbelievers or have never led anyone to faith in Jesus Christ. A disciple is taught that it is his or her duty to witness for Jesus Christ. Every disciple is commanded to make disciples by witnessing, mark them by baptism, and mature them by teaching them all the things that Jesus Christ commanded us. Discovering the 3EEE Lifestyle requires a transformation of life. This means more than just casual attendance at worship or Bible study. It is a process that begins when the believer "deny self, take up the cross daily, and follow Christ." But it calls for establishing a daily relationship with Jesus through Bible study, prayer, and practicing spiritual disciplines.
Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
ISBN: 164569058X
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 153
Book Description
Discovering the 3EEE Lifestyle looks at how to achieve Jesus Christ's command to his church to make disciples. To accomplish this task, you must focus on three primary areas: exalt the Savior, equip the saints, and evangelize the sinner. These are practical steps to help us effectively make disciples. Being a disciple is God's plan for every Christian. Discovering the 3EEE lifestyle begins with "exalting the Savior through worship." Worship says it's not about me. It's not about my wants or desires. It's not about my ambitions or plans. It's about me giving everything up for God. Worship is submission. Submission to Christ is the foundation of our relationship with him and the core of true worship. Discovering the 3EEE lifestyle continues with "equipping the saints through the Word." The task of equipping is essentially that of getting people ready to live the Christian life and to do ministry in the world. The operative phrase is found in Ephesians 4:12, to "Equip the saints for the work of ministry." The result of being "equipped" is Christlikeness. The final step in discovering the 3EEE lifestyle is "evangelizing the sinner through witnessing." It has been noted that most Christians never share their faith with nonbelievers or have never led anyone to faith in Jesus Christ. A disciple is taught that it is his or her duty to witness for Jesus Christ. Every disciple is commanded to make disciples by witnessing, mark them by baptism, and mature them by teaching them all the things that Jesus Christ commanded us. Discovering the 3EEE Lifestyle requires a transformation of life. This means more than just casual attendance at worship or Bible study. It is a process that begins when the believer "deny self, take up the cross daily, and follow Christ." But it calls for establishing a daily relationship with Jesus through Bible study, prayer, and practicing spiritual disciplines.
Live a Praying Life®
Author: Jennifer Kennedy Dean
Publisher: New Hope Publishers
ISBN: 1596699272
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Practical yet powerful insights from Jennifer Kennedy Dean’s life’s work and best-selling Live a Praying Life®! Now in a newly designed format, Live a Praying Life®! will... • Provide the biblical basics of prayer’s purpose, process, promise, and practice. • Give easy-to-understand illustrations, stories, and details to answer complex theological questions. • Clean out myths about prayer! • Help you rev up a powerful, ongoing connection to God.
Publisher: New Hope Publishers
ISBN: 1596699272
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 200
Book Description
Practical yet powerful insights from Jennifer Kennedy Dean’s life’s work and best-selling Live a Praying Life®! Now in a newly designed format, Live a Praying Life®! will... • Provide the biblical basics of prayer’s purpose, process, promise, and practice. • Give easy-to-understand illustrations, stories, and details to answer complex theological questions. • Clean out myths about prayer! • Help you rev up a powerful, ongoing connection to God.
The Nature of Christ
Author: H.H. Pope Shenouda III
Publisher: Dar El Tebaa El Kawmia
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
The nature of Christ is a very important subject that caused a serious dissension within the Church in the fifth century, in 451 AD. When the theological dialogue started as an effort towards the unity of churches, the subject had to be discussed. Therefore, our Orthodox Church found it necessary to issue a book which presents its concept in this regard in a language fit for theological dialogues. This subject (the Nature of Christ) was taught by me to the students of the Seminary "St. Mark Theological College" in 1984 in the form of lectures which I delivered to them in St. Bishoy Monastery, Sheheit Desert, as part of the courses of comparative Theology. The lectures were printed merely for the use of the students. The same lectures were afterwards translated into English in Ottawa, Canada, in 1980 and became available in English only for six years... We had to print them in Arabic for the students of the Seminary and its branches and for the benefit of those who are interested in theological studies whether ministers or ordinary individuals.. and whoever has the desire-from other churches to be acquainted with our concept of Christology. The first theological dialogue we attended on this subject was in Vienna, Austria in September 1971 AD convened by the ProOriente Group. In this dialogue we reached a theological formula that was accepted by our Catholic brothers and those in the old Oriental orthodox churches: the Syrians, Arminians, Ethiopians and Indians. It was an important dialogue indeed, for the dissension that occurred in the fifth century had distorted the face of every church before the other.. But now the way is open for a common understanding. Then, there was an official agreement with the Catholic churches after 17 years of differences (since 1988), based on the previous understanding. The agreement was recorded in a concise "Statement" which you will find at the end of this book. There was another dialogue, in more detail, with our brothers in the Byzantine Orthodox Churches in St. Bishoy Monastery, Sheheit Desert in 1989 AD. It was attended by the theologians of twenty Orthodox Churches and was followed by another meeting of the priestly representatives of the Orthodox churches in Chambesy, Geneva, in 1990. Now, seeing it is necessary to make our people acquainted with the details and evidences that prove our concept of the Nature of Christ, and since the Pro-Oriente Group is convening a religious conference for the representatives of all Churches at the end of October 1991 to present to them the Agreed Statement on Christology. And since we were asked to present a paper on the subject and deliver it as a lecture in the conference. Therefore, we proceeded to print the former lectures delivered in the Seminary in 1984 as a book to be presented to the conference and to be available in Arabic and in English for all who are interested. Pope Shenouda III
Publisher: Dar El Tebaa El Kawmia
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 38
Book Description
The nature of Christ is a very important subject that caused a serious dissension within the Church in the fifth century, in 451 AD. When the theological dialogue started as an effort towards the unity of churches, the subject had to be discussed. Therefore, our Orthodox Church found it necessary to issue a book which presents its concept in this regard in a language fit for theological dialogues. This subject (the Nature of Christ) was taught by me to the students of the Seminary "St. Mark Theological College" in 1984 in the form of lectures which I delivered to them in St. Bishoy Monastery, Sheheit Desert, as part of the courses of comparative Theology. The lectures were printed merely for the use of the students. The same lectures were afterwards translated into English in Ottawa, Canada, in 1980 and became available in English only for six years... We had to print them in Arabic for the students of the Seminary and its branches and for the benefit of those who are interested in theological studies whether ministers or ordinary individuals.. and whoever has the desire-from other churches to be acquainted with our concept of Christology. The first theological dialogue we attended on this subject was in Vienna, Austria in September 1971 AD convened by the ProOriente Group. In this dialogue we reached a theological formula that was accepted by our Catholic brothers and those in the old Oriental orthodox churches: the Syrians, Arminians, Ethiopians and Indians. It was an important dialogue indeed, for the dissension that occurred in the fifth century had distorted the face of every church before the other.. But now the way is open for a common understanding. Then, there was an official agreement with the Catholic churches after 17 years of differences (since 1988), based on the previous understanding. The agreement was recorded in a concise "Statement" which you will find at the end of this book. There was another dialogue, in more detail, with our brothers in the Byzantine Orthodox Churches in St. Bishoy Monastery, Sheheit Desert in 1989 AD. It was attended by the theologians of twenty Orthodox Churches and was followed by another meeting of the priestly representatives of the Orthodox churches in Chambesy, Geneva, in 1990. Now, seeing it is necessary to make our people acquainted with the details and evidences that prove our concept of the Nature of Christ, and since the Pro-Oriente Group is convening a religious conference for the representatives of all Churches at the end of October 1991 to present to them the Agreed Statement on Christology. And since we were asked to present a paper on the subject and deliver it as a lecture in the conference. Therefore, we proceeded to print the former lectures delivered in the Seminary in 1984 as a book to be presented to the conference and to be available in Arabic and in English for all who are interested. Pope Shenouda III
Handbook to Bach's Sacred Cantata Texts
Author: Melvin P. Unger
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 1461659051
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 796
Book Description
The German church cantata of the eighteenth century was the culmination of a long tradition of Lutheran "sermon music" that used the proclamation, amplification, and interpretation of scripture to teach and persuade the listener. Bach's cantatas also served this didactic purpose and typically incorporate numerous allusions to scriptural passages or themes in their librettos. Unfortunately, many of these passages remain obscure to the twentieth-century musician because they demand a much closer familiarity with the Bible than is common today. The Handbook to Bach's Sacred Cantata Texts identifies scriptural references for the wording, imagery, and themes that Bach's listeners would have known. In addition, the religious or literary theme of each text is summarized within the specific context of the cantata as a whole. With interlinear translations and a full complement of indexes.
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 1461659051
Category : Music
Languages : en
Pages : 796
Book Description
The German church cantata of the eighteenth century was the culmination of a long tradition of Lutheran "sermon music" that used the proclamation, amplification, and interpretation of scripture to teach and persuade the listener. Bach's cantatas also served this didactic purpose and typically incorporate numerous allusions to scriptural passages or themes in their librettos. Unfortunately, many of these passages remain obscure to the twentieth-century musician because they demand a much closer familiarity with the Bible than is common today. The Handbook to Bach's Sacred Cantata Texts identifies scriptural references for the wording, imagery, and themes that Bach's listeners would have known. In addition, the religious or literary theme of each text is summarized within the specific context of the cantata as a whole. With interlinear translations and a full complement of indexes.
Amazing Grace
Author: Kenneth W. Osbeck
Publisher: Kregel Publications
ISBN: 9780825493522
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
This revised best-seller is an inspiring daily devotional based on 366 great hymns of the faith. It contains a portion of each hymn along with Scripture readings, meditations, and practical applications.
Publisher: Kregel Publications
ISBN: 9780825493522
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
This revised best-seller is an inspiring daily devotional based on 366 great hymns of the faith. It contains a portion of each hymn along with Scripture readings, meditations, and practical applications.
But God
Author: Cheryl David
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1477283765
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
The bible tells us that faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things unseen. However, as believers when faced with adverse circumstances, we waiver in faith during the waiting period and although we won't readily admit it, we doubt God's ability to step in and change what seems impossible to possible. Scripture reminds us that God is the ultimate supreme ruler. We have evidence, scriptural, personal and otherwise where indeed He has made a way where there previously seemed to be only obstacles, barriers and mountains. But yet when going through periods of adversity, testing or challenge, we forget. We cave in under the pressures and like Peter we begin to sink. Peter defied laws of gravity and successfully walked on water for the time when his eyes were completed fixed on Jesus. The moment he looked down at the reality of his circumstances, he began to experience natural (rather than spiritual) results and sank. This book is a reminder that in spite of what we are going through our eyes are to remain fixed on our God. There are real people who have been healed of all types of terminal diseases. There are marriages that were considered irreparable which have been restored, women who were diagnosed as being barren have gone on to bear healthy children and there are children who were labeled as educable mentally retarded who have grown up to achieve and succeed academically and otherwise. Does your situation seem hopeless? Are you about to give up on your children, marriage or search for a job? Who has the final say? Is it man, is it your circumstance or is it God? Man may make a negative proclamation, diagnosis or declaration, but God is able to deliver positive, favorable and rewarding results.
Publisher: AuthorHouse
ISBN: 1477283765
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
The bible tells us that faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things unseen. However, as believers when faced with adverse circumstances, we waiver in faith during the waiting period and although we won't readily admit it, we doubt God's ability to step in and change what seems impossible to possible. Scripture reminds us that God is the ultimate supreme ruler. We have evidence, scriptural, personal and otherwise where indeed He has made a way where there previously seemed to be only obstacles, barriers and mountains. But yet when going through periods of adversity, testing or challenge, we forget. We cave in under the pressures and like Peter we begin to sink. Peter defied laws of gravity and successfully walked on water for the time when his eyes were completed fixed on Jesus. The moment he looked down at the reality of his circumstances, he began to experience natural (rather than spiritual) results and sank. This book is a reminder that in spite of what we are going through our eyes are to remain fixed on our God. There are real people who have been healed of all types of terminal diseases. There are marriages that were considered irreparable which have been restored, women who were diagnosed as being barren have gone on to bear healthy children and there are children who were labeled as educable mentally retarded who have grown up to achieve and succeed academically and otherwise. Does your situation seem hopeless? Are you about to give up on your children, marriage or search for a job? Who has the final say? Is it man, is it your circumstance or is it God? Man may make a negative proclamation, diagnosis or declaration, but God is able to deliver positive, favorable and rewarding results.