"When you turn your back on God, any way you go is a wrong direction." - Anonymous
"Backsliding starts when kneebending stops." - Anonymous
"Jesus healed a crippled man, then said, '…take up thy bed and walk.' In other words, make no provisions for a relapse. In what ways can we make no such provision? Change your atmosphere, change your attitude, and change your activity…these were all educed from the story. I point out that the little phrase, '…and walk,' is another cure for backsliding. By walking, the once crippled man could leave the place of helplessness, the place of self-pity, and the place of sympathy." - Jess Moody
Backsliding
Prevailing Prayers Of Old Testament Saints
Prayer Of JacobGenesis 32 JACOB’S BACKGROUND. JACOB’S SUPERFICIAL PRAYER. JACOB’S WRESTLING IN PRAYER. Vance Havner, “We can never be blessed until we learn that we can bring nothing to Christ but our need.” Prevailing Prayers Of Old Testament Saints: MosesDaring To Draw NearExodus 32 & 33 THE SETTING OF THE PRAYER. INTERCESSION IN THE MIDST
CS Lewis Institute
Is a web site that promotes speakers and material related to the late C.S. Lewis. A good site for anyone who loves C. S. Lewis www.cslewisinstitute.org 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and encourage pastors.
Ken Jenkins
Recently I met Ken Jenkins. Ken is an incredible photographer and a believer. I’ve purchased several of his pictures as gifts. It’s a site worth visiting if you appreciate nature, wildlife and the beauty of God’s creation. www.kenjenkins.com 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church,
JESUS According to Scripture
Restoring the Portrait from the Gospels – Darrell L. Bock. Baker Academic. The author is research professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary. One would not call this a historical study of Jesus, rather it is a coherent portrait of Jesus that emerges from the Gospels. A good, solid resource book for a
On Reading Sermons
It isn’t likely to happen, but if you discovered Charles H. Spurgeon preaching in your area, would you schedule the time to go hear him? Of course you would! It would be the opportunity of a lifetime! Well, sixty-three volumes of Spurgeon’s printed sermons are available for you to read, but do you read them?
But Where’s The Preaching Of The Word?
I was reading some articles on the Internet today and discovered a series of articles and observations on what’s happening in student worship these days. Having served as a student minister for fifteen years, I thought I would see what’s up in the youth culture. What’s up? Weird is what’s up. Strange stuff is on
Authentic Worship
Hearing Scripture’s Voice, Applying It’s Truth – Herbert W. Bateman IV. Kregel. Dozens of books have been written in the last few years on the subject of worship. Bateman serves as General Editor for a variety of themes. The book has three sections: God: The Object of our Worship; Music: Expressions of our Worship; Symbols:
Call Waiting, How To Hear God Speak
– Robert K. Hudnit. InterVarsity. Using Biblical Characters to instruct us, the author gives us direction on how to listen to God. The chapters are short and can be used even for a daily devotional. Lloyd Ogilvie says “This book..shows how God is calling us to know Him better and serve Him more courageously.” 2ProphetU2ProphetU
Fast Facts on Defending Your Faith
– John Ankerberg & John Weldon. Harvest House Publishers. This small but rich paperback is divided into five sections: Atheism, Agnosticism and Faith; The Uniqueness of Christianity; The Bible as Truth; The Person of Jesus Christ; The Resurrection of Christ. A good basic work for your library if you are doing a series on apologetics.
God’s Plans for You
– J. I. Packer. Crossway Books. This noted Bible scholar deals with subjects such as: Sanctification, disappointment, self-image, The power of the Holy Spirit, the life of faith, hot tub religion and guidance. The purpose of the book is to show how life should look and work when lived by faith in a sovereign God.
Nelson’s Annual Preacher’s Sourcebook
– Robert J. Morgan. Nelson. The 2003 edition includes a free CD. The book is filled with sermon ideas, children’s sermon ideas, Special Occasion sermons, quotes and thoughts on preaching. 2ProphetU2ProphetU is an online magazine/website, started by Warren Wiersbe and Michael Catt, to build up the church, seek revival, and encourage pastors.