A collection of reflections concerning a dual research path: the relationship between Freemasonry and the Italian Protestant world, and the story of Italian Pentecostals in the immediate post-war period amidst the harassment of Buffarini Guidi, the drafting of the Constitutional Charter, and the commitment of figures (evangelical pastors, politicians, intellectuals) to achieve effective freedom of assembly and preaching. The story of the Assemblies of God in Italy is an exemplary case: its establishment in 1947 and its struggle for freedom represent a significant chapter not only in the history of Italian evangelism but also in the Law of our country. Giancarlo Rinaldi takes inspiration from an "urban legend" according to which the origins of the Assemblies of God in Italy should be attributed to the hidden actions of Freemasonry. He re-examines, using a historical method and new unpublished documentation, the figures and events of that epic, which was instead luminous, and also casts a glance at the future of Italian Pentecostalism. There is also a touch of irony to... reduce the suspense.

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This book is for you even if your life is a series of broken dreams, or if you don't even have a dream. It's for you if you've believed the lie that you'll never amount to anything. You too can put the principles described in this book into practice. Things won't change overnight, but they will change. You can transform your life into a life you'll love.

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A book for all who desire to walk with Christ and deepen their relationship with God. Do you need new passion in your life? Do you want your walk with Christ to be your priority? Do you want to be able to share your faith effectively and confidently with others? ...then this book is for you! PASSION encourages you to prioritize your life and compels you to "get up and go."

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Is the God of Christians the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob? It is an undeniable fact that among the pages of the biblical books of the Old Testament, especially in those of older composition, there are episodes of war and violence that are far from our modern sensibility. This has drawn criticism from many thinkers, including the philosopher Bertrand Russell, who refuse to consider these documents a revelation of God. The author invites us to consider the stratigraphy of those texts and divine pedagogy, progressive and in line with humanity's evolving rhythms. This leads to a more adequate understanding of customs, episodes, and texts.

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An intriguing family story from which a question emerges: How do you want to be defined? With a powerful mix of faith, a dash of humor, and a ton of heart, this book will inspire you to dream and fill you with hope. Based on the screenplay by the Kendrick Brothers.

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When you pray with passion, God doesn’t just listen. Beyond the Prayer of Jabez picks up on the reflections from The Prayer of Jabez and delves even deeper. Valuable testimonies of answered prayers and clear, courageous biblical teaching dispel misunderstandings that have arisen around the Prayer of Jabez. Is it right to ask for God's blessing for yourself? The answers contained in these pages will erase all doubt and sound the trumpet announcing a new glorious chapter in your journey with the Lord! Are you ready? God is still at work and asks you to do the same!

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A man of robust faith, desirous of exercising a pastoral ministry in his community, yet trapped in a secret and irreducible homosexual practice...His wife, who continuously forgives him and covers up his sin, but is increasingly downhearted and scared...Their pastor, a committed crusader against homosexuality, furious and distraught when the secret is confided to him.These three Christians knew they were oppressed by a form of slavery; each of them yearned for liberation.Through a door called 'Deliverance', they glimpsed freedom, which outlined itself together with a new and powerful ministry. Slowly, God showed them the way to reach that door.But what will the church think?As Don Baker recounts their true story, we accompany these Christians in the arduous conquest of consecration, compassion... and freedom. \nA valuable book for anyone struggling with a hidden sin and sincerely seeking liberation.

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Starting from the principle that knowledge is the key to change, the author offers a historical analysis of China's vicissitudes at the dawn of the 21st century, questioning the future of Christianity in China. To grasp the dynamics shaping the world's most populous country, it is necessary to dissociate oneself from the Eurocentric view that for centuries has characterized an invasive and self-proclaimed "superior" West: interactions between peoples, in fact, are based on knowledge and mutual respect, and this is the starting point for building the church in China.

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How do you feel? Controlled by fear or led by faith? Focused on problems or encouraged by God's promises? Closer to tears or triumph? In every life there are problems and fears arise. When your existence seems to be slipping out of your grasp, remember this: Jesus' calls to "Fear not" are as valid today as they were when he made them to his disciples. In this little book of wisdom, bestselling author Max Lucado reminds us that God does not want us to live our lives bound by the chains of anxiety, worry, and fear. God wants us to live with courage. Rightly so. With the assurance of His presence in our future. We can fear tomorrow less than we fear it today.

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With "More Than Numbers," Pastor Paul Yonggi Cho explains how a local church, even the smallest, can grow spiritually and numerically. This book is intended for pastors, church and community leaders, as well as all Christians who want to grow "within" and "without" to be the light of the world and the salt of the earth.

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A concise and inspiring guide that will radically change your perception of prayer. Most Christians find prayer more difficult than enjoyable. But it doesn't have to be this way. Larry Lea, using the Lord's Prayer as a model, guides the reader through the various stages of communion with God, shedding new light on often-overlooked yet essential aspects of the prayer taught to us by Jesus.What will transform today's discouraged believers and faltering Christians into a mighty army marching with songs of deliverance and healing? 'Prayer.'Prayer opens the door to God's power and allows access to His infinite resources.

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'This book is like a surgeon's scalpel, carefully removing the lies that so many women believe about themselves. With practicality and warmth, Lisa guides women from the ashes of our culture to the beauty of our Lord. Every woman is beautiful and this book should be read by every single woman so that she can discover her own authentic beauty.' (Dr Douglas Weiss) You are not what you weigh.By reflecting on these pages and applying them to your life, you will be surprised and transformed by discovering the immense value God places on you.Have you ever had problems with your physical appearance? If you, like most women, have found yourself struggling with the images disseminated by the media, the truths contained in this book will set you free. Lisa herself fought on this battlefield and won.You too can win.Give up trendy diets, strange pills, and fashionable exercises and keep reading. Whether you are anorexic, bulimic, or overweight, you can stop suffering the tyranny of weight and finally rediscover your freedom.Your current appearance reflects a deep inner turmoil. Your captivity originated within you. It's time to unmask the lie and end your war with food.

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What does true Christian life consist of?There are often prejudices against books on Christian life due to the many moralistic treatises found in our religious literature. In contrast, here we have a series of meditations and studies on Christian life, presented in a lively, profound, and modern way. Nothing is given to sentimentalism or pietistic exhortation: taking the first eight chapters of Paul's epistle to the Romans as a guide, the author leads us step by step to an ever more intimate and full understanding of the true nature of Christian life. The constant affirmation of the incurable corruption of human nature, the application to every aspect of spiritual life of the great principle of justification by faith, the denial of the value of any purely external activism, place this book in line with Paul's thought.The reading is easy and quick, both due to the author's extremely clear and simple style and the discursive form of the volume. In fact, it is a reproduction of delivered messages, which retain all the immediacy and freshness of the living word, without losing any of their theological depth.

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The New Age movement began to become a force in the world when the church began to reject the supernatural dimension of faith. HOW TO DEAL WITH THE DANGERS OF THE NEW AGE. A former New Age activist reveals the real dangers of neo-esoteric practices, from crystals to reincarnation, from channeling to meditation. Paul McGuire answers the questions many people have about that melting pot of pagan beliefs and practices known as New Age. Drawing on his past experience as a staunch neo-esotericist, the author sheds light on the darker aspects of the New Age movement.

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Let Him catch you! Life is a fumbling journey, a path full of stumbles, opportunities to make mistakes, reasons to feel guilty, and... the impulse to 'do it yourself.' The pressure to be self-sufficient is strong, but it is not the life that God offers. Can you imagine exchanging your fears for that peace that surpasses all understanding? Being relaxed and free instead of stressed and anxious? If you can imagine rejoicing in God instead of trying to repay Him, then you can imagine Grace. So go for it! Jump off the cliff of self-sufficiency. Weigh anchor from guilt and condemnation. It's the only way to land in the great arms of the Father who loves you... the Father who catches you in the Embrace of Grace. In the Embrace of Grace is based on the text of the Letter to the Romans and leads you to encounter the wonderful message of the Gospel.

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Today's society thirsts for spiritual realities in which to believe, because it is increasingly evident that the materialism and consumerism that characterize it do not satisfy the needs every human being has for authentic values that give meaning to life. The family, religion, and the very idea of homeland are in an apparently irreversible crisis. The ancient triptych of God, homeland, and family seems to be crumbling, while man is obsessed by a constant barrage of advertising, and the terrible danger of atomic war is ever-present. In NELLA RUOTA DELLA VITA, the author Remo Dosi presents God's answer to man's problems. Indeed, it is only by returning to the Bible, the infallible Word of God, that we can live a different life.

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The true story of Corrie ten Boom before The Hiding Place.In these pages, Corrie ten Boom recounts the first part of her life, a span of fifty years that for many people constitutes an entire existence, but for Corrie was only a beginning. The ten Boom home, the Beje, a stucco and brick watch shop in Haarlem, Holland, is the backdrop against which the diverse personalities of the unforgettable characters who shaped Corrie's life unfold. The wise father, the loving mother, the brother, the sisters, and then a series of 'adopted' ten Booms. In My Father's House is much more than a collection of memories from Corrie ten Boom's picturesque life: it is an intimate fresco of the human side and unwavering faith of one of Jesus Christ's most enterprising and effective witnesses.

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A Day in the Life of Christ.Call it a tapestry of turmoil: a noisy depiction where the golden threads of triumph intertwine with the black, worn threads of tragedy.Call it a symphony of emotions: an orchestration of extremes from dawn to dusk.One movement is full of exuberance; the next is a lament of pain.Max Lucado calls it "the second most nerve-wracking day in the life of Christ."Before morning reaches evening, Jesus has every reason to cry, flee, shout, curse, praise, doubt. Within moments, his world is turned upside down. Does that sound familiar? The termination letter arrives. The doctor calls. The mailman delivers divorce papers. The checks bounce. Life, once calm, is now chaotic. The world, once serene, is now stormy. You are assailed by doubts. Overwhelmed by demands.If you have ever wondered if God in heaven could relate to you on earth, then read and reread the account of this day in the life of Christ. It is the only day, apart from the crucifixion, reported in all four Gospels. Max Lucado has woven their accounts together in such a way as to assure you that God knows how you feel. You will be certain that in every raging river there is a point of calm, a place where you can stand, when the storm winds begin to rise in your world.

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When we were born, God planned our success. He created us in His image, to bear fruit. When Jabez, in the Old Testament, insistently asked God for more territory, God answered his prayer. In the same way, God wants to give us space, not at the expense of others, but together with others to do what we are called to do. God wants us to succeed. "Born to Win" is an exciting book that rekindles our faith, and the author boldly addresses many important issues. God is not limited by the opinions of others, and neither are His children. The Lord has ordained that we succeed and bear much fruit.

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