Download or read book Study Guide for God s Super Apostles written by R. Douglas Geivett and published by . This book was released on 2017-03-22 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do God's prophets and apostles walk the earth today? Many popular teachers say yes, including Bill Johnson from Bethel Church (Redding, California), Mike Bickle from the International House of Prayer (Kansas City, Missouri), and Rick Joyner from Morningstar Ministries (Fort Mill, South Carolina). But when examined in the light of Scripture, their teachings about prophets and apostles fall short. Whether you know it or not, you've probably encountered the fast-growing religious movement involving these and other teachers-the New Apostolic Reformation. The New Apostolic Reformation is led by men and women who claim to be modern-day prophets and apostles. They seek to bring God's kingdom to earth through their new revelations, miraculous powers, and novel practices like -Treasure Hunting, - -Sozo ministry, - -24/7 prayer rooms, - and -schools of supernatural ministry.- Some groups embrace all of these, others only some. Designed for individuals or groups, this study guide-used with the full-length companion book, God's Super-Apostles-will help you understand this bewildering movement. You'll learn what New Apostolic Reformation leaders teach about topics like apostles, prophets, spiritual warfare, demons, and miracles. You'll learn how their teachings about these topics deviate from historic Pentecostal and charismatic teachings. Most importantly, you'll learn how to respond to their teachings with Scripture. It will also guide you in developing personal strategies for countering the New Apostolic Reformation's growing influence. Editorial Reviews for God's Super-Apostles -In two recent books, R. Douglas Geivett and Holly Pivec provide a balanced biblical critique of the New Apostolic Reformation.... Both books are well written, fairly argued, and amply documented.... As a classical Pentecostal, I see brothers and sisters among leaders and followers of the New Apostolic Reformation. Chances are, you, your family, or your church has heard of NAR's doctrines or have been influenced by them. With R. Douglas Geivett and Holly Pivec, I believe that NAR doctrines are not true because unbiblical and unhelpful because not true.- -George P. Wood, Executive Editor, Assemblies of God Publications; General Council of the Assemblies of God -God's Super-Apostles is a clear and winsome work that provides just the right depth of examination, and that comes to clear and biblical conclusions.- -Tim Challies, Author and blogger at Challies.com Endorsements for God's Super-Apostles -Given the explosion of the apostolic movements, God's Super-Apostles represents a concise and valuable survey of what is happening around the globe. Geivett and Pivec provide insightful biblical and historical analyses, which are useful for those wanting to understand these sometimes bewildering movements. Especially beneficial are the distinctions the authors make between the teachings of the historic Pentecostal churches and the more recent New Apostolic Reformation views of such leaders as C. Peter Wagner and others.- -Vinson Synan, Dean Emeritus, Regent University School of Divinity -The authors clearly and systematically describe the movement's origins and outworkings, and they offer a thoughtful, balanced, and biblical counterpoint to its many errors and excesses. Their work is eminently practical, desperately needed, and long overdue.- -Paul Carden, Executive Director, The Center for Apologetics Research

Download or read book God s Super Apostles written by R. Douglas Geivett and published by Lexham Press. This book was released on 2018-07-27 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God's Super-Apostles provides a concise entry-level overview of the key teachings and practices of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) movement. This is a key resource in grasping the significance of this global, confusing, and controversial movement.

Download or read book 2 Corinthians written by Paul Stevens and published by InterVarsity Press. This book was released on 2001-01-25 with total page 84 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this eleven-session LifeGuide® Bible Study, Paul Stevens introduces you to the apostle Paul and his radical reliance on a God who can turn even human weakness into divine strength.

Download or read book Acts of the Apostles a Small Group Bible Study Guide written by Ted LaFemina and published by Pressed Thoughts LLC. This book was released on 2013 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is designed to support a small group study of Acts that will enrich the faith of devout followers and, at the same time, be very accessible to people new, or simply interested in, the faith. The guide provides rich background history to help the student understand better the life and times of the early first century as well as brief biographies of each of the apostles who so actively participated in the early growth of the Church. The interconnections between Acts and the other books of the Bible are made known to the student, demonstrating how each book mutually supports the messages of the others. Through this, the student will learn to see that God has provided us a consistent narrative of His love. Through insightful questions, the student will develop an understanding of the theological challenges faced by the early church and the efforts of the apostles and other disciples to bridge these gaps in order to maintain unity of spirit. At the same time, it prompts the student to reflect on their own challenges to the faith with questions designed to transform these issues into engaging discussions within a small group setting.

Download or read book Why I Love the Apostle Paul written by John Piper and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2019-01-17 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Besides Jesus, no one has kept me from despair, or taken me deeper into the mysteries of the gospel, than the apostle Paul." —John Piper No one has had a greater impact on the world for eternal good than the apostle Paul—except Jesus himself. For John Piper, this impact is very personal. He does not just admire and trust Paul. He loves him. Piper gives us thirty glimpses into why his heart and mind respond this way. Can a Christian-killer really endure 195 lashes from a heart of love? Can a mystic who thinks he was caught up into heaven be a model of lucid rationality? Can an ethnocentric Jew write the most beautiful call to reconciliation? Can a person who lives with the unceasing anguish of empathy be always rejoicing? Can a man's description of the horrors of human sin be exceeded by his delight in human splendor? Can a man with a backbone of steel be as tender as a nursing mother? If we know this man—if we see what Piper sees—we too will love him. Paul's testimony is a matter of life and death. Piper invites you into his relationship with Paul in the hope that you will know life, forever.

Download or read book God s Super apostles written by R. Douglas Geivett and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: God's Super-Apostles provides a concise entry-level overview of the key teachings and practices of the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) movement. This is a key resource in grasping the significance of this global, confusing, and controversial movement.

Download or read book New Apostolic Reformation written by R. Douglas Geivett and published by Lexham Press. This book was released on 2018-07-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This critique provides a framework for understanding and interpreting the widespread but little-known New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) movement. As the authors state in the preface: "We write this book with two major goals in mind. First, to give people an idea of the sheer size and reach of the NAR movement. And second, to systematize its key teachings and practices and evaluate them on the basis of Scripture and careful reasoning . . In our judgment, the NAR perspective crosses these boundaries [that is, certain broad parameters, revealed in Scripture and practiced in the historical orthodox church], and it does so in part because of flawed theology rooted in a flawed understanding of Scripture. We wish to warn readers about a possible confusion: Some critics have linked the NAR movement with mainstream Pentecostalism and charismatics. We do not do this. In fact, it is our contention that the NAR movement deviates from classical Pentecostal and charismatic teachings. This movement has emerged out of independent charismatic churches and, thus, has gained a foothold in many of those churches in varying degrees."

Download or read book Adventuring with God written by Charles R. Swindoll and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 59 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Acts of The Apostles An Introduction and Study Guide written by Shelly Matthews and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2017-01-12 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book of Acts opens with the dramatic story of tongues of flame descending upon believers at Pentecost and the prophecy of an egalitarian dispensation of the Spirit being fulfilled. Yet, as the narrative unfolds, we become aware of a tension between the socially egalitarian promise of the Pentecost story and the author's underlying concern to provide reassurance for his elite patron Theophilus that Jesus followers do not disturb the existing social order. In this guide, Acts is read as a struggle to tame the tongues of fire. Acts mutes the egalitarian promise of the Spirit through presenting an 'orderly account' (as its author calls it) of the Jesus movement that appeals to elite sensibilities. And, at the same time, the narrative contains contradictions, gaps and fissures that suggest the outlines of a more complex, and even subversive, religious movement.

Download or read book The Acts of the Apostles A Modern Bible Commentary written by BookCaps Study Guides Staff and published by BookCaps Study Guides. This book was released on 2011 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are lots of Bible commentaries on the Acts of the Apostles, but BookCaps offers one of the first electronic Bible Commentaries for the modern reader. This commentary includes an introduction to the Acts of the Apostles (including the history of the text, the structure, and the themes), a chapter by chapter summary, and discussion questions. BookCaps Bible Commentaries are nondenominational study guides for people who are just getting into the Bible for the first time, or who just want to know a little more. To find out more about this series and other BookCaps books, visit: BookCaps.com.

Download or read book Apostles and Prophets Study Guide written by Rick Renner and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2023-05-01 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are Apostles and Prophets Still Active in the Church Today? These days a lot of people are being called apostles or prophets, but are real apostles and prophets still alive, well, and operating in the Body of Christ? In this much-needed, powerful series, Apostles and Prophets, Rick Renner answers these important questions: What an apostle is and what an apostle is not. What are the signs of a true apostle? Why would anyone claim to be an apostle if he wasn't an apostle? What does the word prophet really mean? What do we know about how real prophets do and do not operate? What about false prophets? As you dive into these 15 lessons, discover the true purpose Jesus had for giving these fivefold ministry gifts to the Church and recognize what His expectation is for them today. This study guide will leave you amazed at how much the Bible has to say about this vital subject.

Download or read book No Man is an Island written by Thomas Merton and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2005 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume is a stimulating series of spiritual reflections which will prove helpful for all struggling to find the meaning of human existence and to live the richest, fullest and noblest life. --Chicago Tribune

Download or read book The Acts of the Apostles written by James K. Crews and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-02-03 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Luke was a researcher of the highest order and he provided us with a chronology of the growth and expansion of a narrowly focused Jewish sect into a world-wide, living organism of God's love and grace -- the Church. Luke began his narrative with the ministry of Peter, a disciple of Jesus, as he explained the gospel to the people of Jerusalem following the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the day of Pentecost. He transitioned his discussion to Philip, a gifted evangelist and deacon of the Jerusalem church, who took the gospel to the Jews in the surrounding areas of Judea and Samaria. Then Luke concentrated his efforts to describe the work of Peter, and then to Paul the apostle of Jesus Christ, as he and his team pioneered the expansion of the church to the Gentile nations. There were many obstacles and conflicts that the church had to work through in this epic undertaking and Luke describes them accurately without spin or coating them with the false glitter of political correctness. We see the people who accomplished great things for God covered in the dust and weariness of life, but we also rejoice in their abounding success as they discovered for themselves the living truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Luke makes it very clear that the work of the apostles was accomplished by means of the Holy Spirit abiding in them. They were not super-heroes of the faith; they were simply ordinary men and women who were filled with God, boldly doing what God asked them to do. Luke's gospel shows how Jesus began his ministry in the flesh; this account shows how He continued His ministry through the Holy Spirit abiding in His disciples. Today, the baton has passed on to us, for their efforts set the standard for twenty-first century believers. Let us endeavor to experience what God can do today through His willing followers. As you use this Study Guide for LIFE you will be helped by three specific tools: 1) Explanatory notes which offer insight into difficult or controversial passages; 2) Searching questions which direct you back to the text for answers, and 3) Probing questions that expand the context and challenge you to apply the truths in this book to your own culture. Our goal is that you will know what the text says, what it means and how to apply it. Furthermore, you will discover and understand the purpose, power and passion of the Apostles. It is our hope that you will be able to use these discoveries to facilitate your own intimacy with the Lord Jesus Christ as He builds His church in and through you. The Study Guide is appropriate for the study efforts of individuals, small groups or teachers preparing to explain this book. Whether you are a curious seeker or a professional minister, the Study Guide for LIFE will direct your studies into the efforts of the apostles as they continue the work of Christ to establish His church. May it also stir your own heart to expand the church in yourself, your circle of friends and into the uttermost parts of the earth. For in this day, Jesus is purifying the church and gathering in the last of the lost in anticipation of His soon coming to establish His Kingdom on earth.

Download or read book The Acts of the Apostles written by Larry Yates, DMin ThD and published by . This book was released on 2016-12-27 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A complete survey of the Acts of the Apostles covering each chapter in detail, with introductory material detailing the background, authorship, date written and theme. It serves as a textbook for Bible Colleges and is intended for, the student, busy minister and layperson alike layperson. Simple. Easy to read and non-technical.

Download or read book The New Testament You Never Knew Bible Study Guide written by N. T. Wright and published by HarperChristian Resources. This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do you know the real story behind the New Testament? We all share a fascination for discovering ‘the rest of the story.’ We enjoy learning the behind-the-scenes facts about seemingly familiar events. In The New Testament You Never Knew, well-known Bible scholars N.T. Wright and Michael F. Bird team up to take you on a tour of the explosive story behind the story of the New Testament. You will discover things you never knew about... The political upheaval of the day that made the nature of Jesus' coming so unexpected The underlying meanings behind Jesus' parables and miracles The Kingdom of God and why everything about it was so shocking The resurrection and why, despite repeated predictions, no one saw it coming The mission of the church and how it is more complex than we realize The transforming power of Jesus and how it can still turn the world upside down today Through reading the New Testament we continually discover that God indeed keeps his promises, but those promises don’t always look like what people expected. Especially when it comes to Jesus. So, come join the journey to discover why N.T. Wright calls the New Testament "one of the most explosive books ever written." The study guide (DVD/video streaming sold separately) includes teaching notes, discussion questions, Bible exploration, personal study and reflection materials, as well as interesting facts about the New Testament. Sessions include: The Books of the New Testament The World of Jesus and the Apostles The Life and Death of Jesus The Resurrection of Jesus The Ministry of the Apostle Paul The Early Christians and the Church The Mission of the Church The Creation of the New Testament Designed for use with The New Testament You Never Knew Video Study (9780310085287), sold separately.

Download or read book Built upon the Rock written by Bobby Jamieson and published by Crossway. This book was released on 2012-04-30 with total page 66 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The local church is meant to be living, growing, distinct, and God-glorifying, yet many disagree about what a church really is and what it should look like. This study works through seven biblical aspects of the church and, in so doing, helps participants to discover a big-picture vision of the church. A series of ten 6–7 week studies covering the nine distinctives of a healthy church as originally laid out in Nine Marks of a Healthy Church by Mark Dever. This series explores the biblical foundations of key aspects of the church, helping Christians to live out those realities as members of a local body. Conveniently packaged and accessibly written, the format of this series is guided, inductive discussion of Scripture passages and is ideal for use in Sunday school, church-wide studies, or small group contexts.

Download or read book Seek First the Kingdom Bible Study Book written by Christine Hoover and published by . This book was released on 2021-04 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As Christians, we live busy and harried lives, most often because we are eager and earnest to join with God in His work in the world. In the confusion and sheer volume of opportunities and ideas vying for our attention, we must constantly return to the words of Jesus to find our focus and purpose, for the truths He spoke, when believed and applied, lead to our flourishing. Using parables and stories, Jesus spoke most often of the kingdom of God as what matters--the ways of the kingdom, the values of the kingdom, and the cultivation of the kingdom here on earth in light of its fulfillment in heaven. In other words, the kingdom of God defines who we are and what we do as Christians. Many Christians don't have a working knowledge of the kingdom and their true citizenship in a way that affects their daily lives and decisions. Seek First the Kingdom cuts through the clutter of life with the words of Jesus, urging readers to stop, think, take notice, and reorient themselves solidly around the kingdom. Features: 8 weeks of personal study to complete between 8 group sessions Leader guide to help guide group meetings Benefits: Explore the kingdom of God in-depth, learning what the kingdom of God is, and how we enter it. Embrace the life Jesus offers us within the kingdom and the way we find joy as His subjects. Understand how the ways, values, and cultivation of the kingdom of God define who we are. Learn to confront our allegiances to idols and false kings, re-ordering our worship. Identify our places in the kingdom of God and how we can join in the work that God is doing here and around the world.