'The Deceiver and the Dreamer', by thoroughly studying the figures of Jacob, the deceiver, and Joseph, the dreamer, invites the reader to let God fulfill His perfect plan for each of us. God revealed Himself to Jacob and Joseph when they were young.Both had great opportunities in life. Both dreamed big dreams and made big plans.One of them trusted in divine guidance. The other trusted in himself.Both ultimately triumphed, but what a difference between their lives! This book will help you evaluate the past, reconsider the present, and face the future by looking to the Lord. 'My prayer is that this book will inspire millions of readers to choose the way of Joseph, God's way to lasting success' Billy Graham

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The Assemblies of God in Republican History "An incredible story of Italian pioneers narrated in this book that honors Pentecostalism worldwide."- Dr. George O. Wood, General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God U.S., Chairman of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship "These are the roots of the ADI which, despite past and present persecutions, continue with dignity and faithfulness, renouncing any miserable triumphalism. An underlying warning flows from the first to the last page in a simple and incisive way, admonishing us not to forget that you do not support the root, but the root supports you (Romans 11:18)."- Prof. Felice Antonio Loria, President of the Evangelical Christian Churches Assemblies of God in Italy “A valuable work, where believers present their tradition with love and historical rigor, offering the reader, including academics, information they will not find anywhere else.”- Prof. Massimo Introvigne, Director of CESNUR (Center for Studies on New Religions)

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A fascinating spiritual, cultural, and historical inquiry into the ministry of Billy Graham.Where exactly does Dr. Billy Graham fit into the succession of those who have carried the Good News of the Gospel throughout the centuries, from Saint Augustine to Martin Luther, John Wesley, Charles Haddon Spurgeon, and many others? What has been the true spiritual, cultural, and historical impact of his life and ministry? And even more importantly, how has he contributed to the cause of Christ in the world?These are the questions that launched this balanced and insightful inquiry into the person and career of Billy Graham. Evangelism scholar Lewis Drummond seeks to place Dr. Graham's life and work in clear historical perspective in light of twelve distinct principles that have characterized the work of all great ministers in the evangelical tradition.

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The year is 1795, and in the Burmese jungle, hundreds of natives flock to a clearing to welcome a white-skinned stranger. Could he be the one to bring the Book their ancestors lost so many centuries ago? The Book that tells the secrets of Y'Wa, the supreme God? Yes! The missionaries who arrived later were amazed at how God had prepared these peoples for one of the greatest mass conversions in history!The cover photo depicts the ruins of Machu Picchu, the majestic fortress built in Peru in the 15th century. Pachacuti, the Inca king who founded it, accomplished something far more significant than simply building fortresses, temples, or monuments. His story is an example of how the concept of a supreme God has existed, since time immemorial, in hundreds of cultures around the world.These and 25 other incredible stories prove the truth of the words of Ecclesiastes: 'God has put eternity in their hearts.' Eternity in Their Hearts, winner of several awards, has radically changed the way thousands of Christians view the non-Christian world and the sovereignty of God. A decisive testimony and response to proponents of New Age fantasies.

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• Have you ever felt trapped?• Are you being forced to tell your side of the story?• Are you struggling with suspicious thoughts or distrust?• Are you constantly replaying past hurts?• Have you lost hope because of someone? The book THE BAIT OF SATAN reveals one of the most deceptive traps to lead us away from God's will: offense.Jesus said, "It is impossible that no offenses should come" (Luke 17:1). Many people who are trapped by THE BAIT OF SATAN don't even realize it. So don't be deceived! You will encounter offenses, and it is up to you how you let them affect your relationship with God. Your response will determine your future. You can be delivered from the bait of Satan, remain free from offense, and escape a victim mentality.

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During his evangelistic ministry, Dr. Cecil Stewart delivered the message 'Life-Giving Leadership' to presidents, parliamentarians, ministers, and religious leaders in various parts of the world, and many have had their lives transformed!

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Technology advances. Science progresses. But human nature remains unchanged.The Apostle Paul states that… there is no one righteous, not even one. All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, but are justified freely by His grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus.The world changes, and so does its pace, but every Christian and every biblical leader, Jesus says, must be the salt and light of the world.Through this interesting study of the biblical book of Nehemiah, the author shows that every Christian can become a leader, if they are not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ, which is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes in Him.A true leader is a fighter capable of embracing and making known in every time and every age… the width, the length, the height, and the depth of Christ's love.

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Jesus is the Yes and AMEN to all of God’s promises in the Old Testament. Believers can inherit all the promises as part of God’s will for their lives.This is a book that encourages and stimulates faith; it not only shows us how it is possible to inherit the promises of Scripture, but it also teaches us to discern when the Holy Spirit is making promises that God fulfills and when, instead, we are deceived by false revelations.

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Why was God pleased that his Son was brutalized? How can a God of love allow us to inflict such profound evil? What made Jesus’s death different from that of people who died like him? On that day, the sun fled, and darkness covered the earth. Although we know the story well: the nails in his hands, the thorns on his head… Charles Swindoll finds new meaning in the Cross and the Resurrection. Crucial events that bring a new light of Dawn.

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Explosive Evangelism for the Third Millennium With over 25 years of experience in evangelism, David Lamb believes that the biggest obstacle to church growth is a lack of personal commitment. It is crucial for every church member to obey the great commission given to us by Jesus: to go into the world and bring the Good News of salvation. "Keys to the Harvest" is pure dynamite for tackling evangelism in the third millennium with the power of the Holy Spirit and changing people's lives. 'David Lamb's book is full of creative ideas drawn from his personal experiences that, when applied, can produce explosive growth.' Philip Mohabir 'Do you feel that you or the church should be more involved in evangelism? This is the book for you.' Lynn Green

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The foundation of Christian support for Israel is found in God's promises to Abraham. The Abrahamic Covenant declared God's love for the world and the establishment of a people through whom the world could be redeemed. Israel's unique calling is still valid today, and its return home to the land given to Abraham is proof of this. This study of the foundation of Christian support for Israel should be read by every Christian. Its profound simplicity will speak to the layperson as well as the cleric.

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You can be victorious in spiritual warfare!We live in times of intensified spiritual warfare. We only need to look around us to notice that Satan and his agents have increased their efforts to harm and destroy us. Believers must realize the danger, understand the enemy's ways, and learn the art of fighting against him. If we are to defeat Satan, we must have a militant heart and a warrior mentality.Larry Lea teaches us to have a fighting spirit for those who want to put into practice the authority given to them by God to overcome the influence of evil spirits.This book unmasks the nature of our enemy, showing us what he can and cannot do to us. It explains the fundamental truths that must become our daily attitudes.Learn how to use these spiritual weapons to conquer the enemy:- Righteousness- Prayer- Faith- The blood of Christ- The word of your testimony- A committed life Larry Lea, pastor and evangelist, is known to Christians of all denominations for his strong emphasis on prayer. Were you not able to watch for one hour? - Bestseller Ears for God Unleash the anointing of prayer The highest calling are titles that can revolutionize your life!

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LEAVE A LIVING LEGACY. There has always been tension between generations. This conflict between emerging leaders and established leaders has hindered the personal advancement of both, as well as the advancement of Christ's church in the world. But these are critical times, and the church needs big-hearted leaders who, for the love of others, are willing to move beyond personal battles and emotional judgments. It needs passionate leaders ready to relate to others, eager to teach and be taught so that they can leave a living and vibrant legacy for future generations.CAN THIS BE DONE? Absolutely yes, and it can start with you. Through this book, you embark on a journey into the heart of what it means to train the new generation. Realize how intergenerational leadership can have a radically positive impact.

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Heaven’s applause comes from God and is within your reach. A joy that cannot be stifled? A peace that cannot be broken? A happiness that cannot be threatened? Such joy exists. It is a sacred delight, a holy contentment. You cannot open the Bible without reading about it.You cannot live a truly fulfilling life without this joy. And it’s closer than you think.Jesus describes sacred delight in the Beatitudes, the introduction to the extraordinary Sermon on the Mount. Max Lucado, in his masterful exploration of lasting joy, shows you how these familiar yet revolutionary rules for living can bless your life beyond all possible imagination. What is sacred delight?It is God doing things we would never imagine:• wearing diapers• riding donkeys• washing feet• taking a nap while the storm rages• dying for your sins.Sacred delight is good news that enters through the back door of your heart.It’s what you’ve always dreamed of and never expected.It’s the too-good-to-be-true coming true.It’s having God as your advocate, your father, your greatest admirer, and your best friend.It’s the King of kings cheering you on and making His applause ring out… just for you.

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Richard Wurmbrand, who directly experienced the face of 'true' communism and suffered fourteen years of imprisonment in his native Romania for his Christian faith and pastoral ministry, reveals in this book the other side of Karl Marx.Richard Wurmbrand has a thesis to prove regarding possible connections between Marxism and the Satanist church.No one had ever written on this subject before, and Richard Wurmbrand provides many contributions and valid testimonies.One must agree that in Marxism, especially in the U.S.S.R. and Mao's China, with the deliberate suppression of millions of innocents, the force of evil truly seems to have been at work.Marxism is the great fact of modern life. But Marx had written in the 'Communist Manifesto' that his goal was the abolition not only of all religions but also of all morals, which would have made everything permissible.There is no possibility of agreement between Christianity and Marxism. The kingdom of Jesus is one of truth, love, justice, peace, and liberation.

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The reality of the underground church in China, one of the countries where Christians are most persecuted and human rights are trampled daily. A thrilling and tear-jerking testimony that, however, greatly stimulates us Christians in the free world to deepen our faith and effectively put into practice love for our neighbor.Twenty years of harsh imprisonment for preaching the Gospel were not enough to silence Pastor Samuel Lamb, who is still active today as the leader of a house church with over a thousand members. Personal tragedies, difficulties of all kinds, almost daily harassment by a terrorist government, have not stopped this courageous man, filled with the Holy Spirit, whose greatest desire is to bring Christ to his compatriots who grew up in an environment dominated by ruthless atheism. A read that makes one reflect on the substance of Christian faith.

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The Seven Vital Signs of a Healthy Church.Is your church healthy and growing? Or is it stagnant and dying?If your church is afflicted by remnant theology, pastoral timidity, hyper-cooperativism, terminal ethnicity, or if it spends its time staring at its own spiritual navel, it is likely already at death's door. On the other hand, if your church is growing, it is most likely a healthy church. Using a biblical and clinical approach, Peter Wagner will enable you to determine why your church is thriving or if it needs a prescription or, in the worst case, an autopsy.

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'He who receives a prophet in the name of a prophet shall receive a prophet's reward; and he who receives a righteous man in the name of a righteous man shall receive a righteous man's reward.' (Matthew 10:41)Is this about financial success? We do not see prophets in the Bible abounding in riches. Is it about position and honor? No, we see that prophets are not honored, especially by those closest to them. What kind of reward is this? Prophets listen, speak, and watch carefully. An encounter with a true prophet will produce a great desire to know and obey the living God. This leads to recognizing Jesus. When John the Baptist preached repentance and announced the kingdom of heaven, multitudes of oppressed people went to him and received this vision. Suffering people knew how to recognize the Son of God in the humble carpenter, while knowledge blinded the Pharisees, scribes, and doctors of the law. Today more than ever, hearts need to hear what the Spirit says to His church.'As many as I love, I rebuke and chasten; therefore be zealous and repent.' (Revelation 3:19)

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the responsibility of the highest calling: to serve in the royal priesthood. Taking the Old Testament Levitical priesthood as his model, Larry Lea explains, with his usual clear and accessible style, how every Christian can serve and worship the Lord in spirit and truth every day. You will also discover how to keep your lamp burning with the oil of the Holy Spirit.“Prayer is the key to a Spirit-filled personal life and the foundation for church growth. I believe this book by Larry Lea will revolutionize the lives of Christians. I recommend it without reservation.” (David Yonggi Cho). Larry Lea, pastor and evangelist, is known to Christians of all denominations for his strong emphasis on prayer. Could you not watch one hour? - Bestseller Ears for God Unleash the anointing of prayer The weapons of our warfare \nare titles that can revolutionize your life!

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VICTORY OF FAITH is a completely different book that collects stories, anecdotes, and reflections that sustained its author in prison. VICTORY OF FAITH sails from tribulation to peaceful waters: a journey that will refresh and inspire everyone grappling with the reality of suffering. Richard Wurmbrand is known worldwide for his dedication to the cause of the Persecuted Church.After "Tortured for Christ," he wrote many other books dedicated to the suffering endured by Christians in communist countries.

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The book describes with great sincerity the incredible story of the years the author had to spend in communist prisons in Romania and in forced labor due to her Christian faith.Her husband, pastor Richard Wurmbrand, spent over 14 years in prison and was tortured in a communist prison, also because of his Christian faith.The Wurmbrands' books, first published in 1970, opened the eyes of the Western world to communism.For many Christians, they became a thorn in their conscience and, at the same time, a testament to faith.Even today, many years later, biographies like this are a challenge and a source of strength for our daily lives.

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"And a highway shall be there, and a road, and it shall be called the Highway of Holiness." Isaiah 35:8There is a way that God has prepared for His children to walk. It is "the way of holiness." He desires that we walk this way and has provided us with some easily identifiable signs to guide us. The question is whether or not we will choose to follow them. When you come to the crossroads of spiritual decision, you must make a choice: pay attention to God's given signs and continue, day after day, on this important path, or ignore them and go your own way. You might find yourself facing sin, fighting against someone who has hurt you, or struggling with the idea of submitting completely to God. No matter where you are, denying or ignoring God's directives will leave you immature and incapable; following them will allow you to face situations with wisdom, obedience, grace, and victory."The way of holiness" illustrates that every decision crisis in the Christian life comes to a turning point. An opportunity to choose God, express your devotion, and put His directives into practice. There are inevitable decisions you will have to face on your Christian journey.Taking God's will to heart will allow you to rejoice in all that God has in store for you along "the way of holiness."

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Nowadays there is much uncertainty about salvation, both in the church and in the world. It is necessary, therefore, to have a clear understanding of what the Bible teaches. The truth frees believers to live in the security of the heavenly inheritance that awaits us. The biblical teachings on salvation, presented simply, clearly, and in-depth, answer people's various questions.

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We all want peace and joy in our daily lives, and many experience it intermittently; but God's purpose is for His children to live continually filled with peace and joy.In this study, "True Peace and Joy," Colin Urquhart writes that God wants to impart His peace to believers as a precious gift and as a means to face the problems that cause conflict in people's lives. Furthermore, he explains how our lives can be filled with God's joy in the way Jesus promised.

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