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Knowing
The Doctrines of the Bible, by Myer Pearlman
This work is useful in studying theology and Pentecostal
teachings in particular and is useful for
reference.
Pearlman uses the King James Version. This is a favorite of
Bible School students
because of its thorough
and yet concise statement of Biblical truths.
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When
Skeptics Ask, By Norman Geisler
I loved teaching Apologetics--a study of the reasoned
defense of Christianity and its beliefs. This was one of the
textbooks I used and appreciated for its clear
presentation.
Does God exist? What if he is not all-powerful? Where did
evil come from? Are miracles mythological? Why is Jesus
better than other teachers? When skeptics ask questions like
these, believers can turn to this helpful, user-friendly
guide for thoughtful answers and clear explanations. In When
Skeptics Ask, apologetics experts Geisler and Brooks explain
how to defend the faith, using the authority and inspiration
of Scripture. Readers will discover answers for objections
to classic Christianity and learn to identify and respond to
the misuse of Scripture by nonbelievers. "Geisler is
one of the foremost defenders of the Christian faith
today."--Josh McDowell "Geisler has been a model
of apologetical activism to a generation of evangelicals.
When Skeptics Ask is no exception to this rule."--J. P.
Moreland "This is an excellent tool for Christians who
want to be able to provide sound answers to real
intellectual questions about the Christian faith."--R.
C. Sproul
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Evidence
That Demands A Verdict, By Josh McDowell
This
is an excellent compilation of proofs for what Christian's
believe about the Bible, Jesus Christ, His Existence, His
Deity, His Resurrection, Accuracy of Prophecies fulfilled,
and so much more. I incorporated some of this material into
my Apologetics course at Free Gospel Bible Institute, in
Export, Pennsylvania.
I
especially liked McDowell's defense of Christ as "Lord,
Liar, or Lunatic?"
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The
Case For Christ: A Journalist's Personal Investigation of
the Evidence for Jesus, By Lee Strobel
This
is a book you can't put down once you start reading. I was
fascinated as I followed the footsteps of this seasoned,
unbelieving journalist who investigated impressive people
and sources assuming he would disprove who Christians
asserted Jesus to be.
Strobel
Chases Down the Biggest Story in History The Project:
Determine if there’s credible evidence that Jesus of
Nazareth really is the Son of God. The Reporter: Lee Strobel,
educated at Yale Law School, award-winning former legal
editor of the Chicago Tribune—with a background of
atheism. The Experts: A dozen scholars, with doctorates from
Cambridge, Princeton, Brandeis, and other top-flight
institutions, who are recognized authorities on Jesus. The
Story: Retracing his own spiritual journey, Strobel
cross-examines the experts with tough, point-blank
questions: How reliable is the New Testament? Does evidence
exist for Jesus outside the Bible? Is there any reason to
believe the resurrection was an actual historical event? . .
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This
remarkable book reads like a captivating, fast-paced novel.
But it’s not fiction. It’s a riveting quest for the
truth about history’s most compelling figure. What will
your verdict be in The Case for Christ -- Publisher
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The Biblical View of Self-Esteem, Self-Love, Self-Image.,
By Jay Adams
These
popular terms have infiltrated, effected, and even shaped
the lives of many Christians and churches. What does the
Bible say about Self-Esteem, Self-Love, and Self-Image? I used this material as I taught Christian Counseling
for many years. This is a view contrary to much popular
opinion, but Biblically based. I challenge you to read this
book. I am sure it will become a strong source of help for
your life and ministry.
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Competent To
Counsel and The Christian Counselor's Manual, by Jay Adams
These
are two of the text books I used for many years as I introduced Bible
Students and others to Biblical counseling. I recommend them
as a dramatic change from the counseling of the world.
The
inspired Psalmist said it well, "Psa.
1:1 Blessed is
the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly…"
and Psalm
33: 10 - 11 "The Lord bringeth THE COUNSEL OF THE
HEATHEN to nought, He maketh the devices of the people of
none effect. THE COUNSEL OF THE LORD standeth forever,
the thoughts of His heart to all generations."
The
responsibility and power for helping people with life’s
problems belongs to those people who have been redeemed and
have become members of the Living Church. Imperfect,
troubled people fill our world, people who have fears and
depressions, argue and fight, have marital and family
problems, etc: How will we help them? Are we competent to
counsel them? Shall
we send them to Mental Health Clinics, Psychiatrists,
Psychologists? Can they perfect these imperfect people?
GOD
HAS A PLAN FOR PERFECTING IMPERFECT PEOPLE...
PREACHING
JESUS CHRIST- Colossians 1:28
Christ...”whom we preach...that we may present every man
perfect in Christ Jesus”.
THE WORD OF GOD- 2 Timothy 3:16-17 “All scripture is
given..that the man of God may be perfect...”
THE
MINISTRIES OF THE APOSTLE, PROPHET, PASTOR, TEACHER AND
EVANGELIST- Ephesians 4:11-12 The
ministry gifts are given “for the perfecting of the
saints”
FERVENT
PRAYER- Colossians 4:12 “Epaphras...always
labouring fervently for you in prayers,
that ye may stand
PERFECT and complete in all the will of God.”
A young preacher out of
Bible School just a couple of years said: “I never thought
there could be so many hurting people!”
He had discovered an unending stream of troubled,
hurting people, each looking to him for guidance and
counsel. It is reassuring to read in Isaiah 50:4 of the
source of just the right words to be spoken to needy people.
The
Lord GOD hath given me the tongue of the learned, that I
should know how to speak a word in season to him that is
weary: he wakeneth morning by morning, he wakeneth mine ear
to hear as the learned.
Whatever phase of
ministry you may enter, you
will not avoid the desperate needs for counsel.
Counseling is simply teaching the truth in love to those in
need.
In
our counseling class we often sang:
Oh To Be His Hand Extended,
Reaching out to the
oppressed, Let me touch Him, Let me
touch Jesus, That others may know and be blessed. |
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