Empowering the People of God

Empowering the People of God
Author: Christopher D. Denny
Publisher: Fordham Univ Press
Total Pages: 406
Release: 2013-11-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0823254011

The early 1960s were a heady time for Catholic laypeople. Pope Pius XII’s assurance “You do not belong to the Church. You are the Church” emboldened the laity to challenge Church authority in ways previously considered unthinkable. Empowering the People of God offers a fresh look at the Catholic laity and its relationship with the hierarchy in the period immediately preceding the Second Vatican Council and in the turbulent era that followed. This collection of essays explores a diverse assortment of manifestations of Catholic action, ranging from genteel reform to radical activism, and an equally wide variety of locales, apostolates, and movements.

The People of God

The People of God
Author: Trevor Joy
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 184
Release: 2014-05-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433683717

The most powerful asset a church has is it’s people. People of God is a challenge to the men and women of the church. It is a challenge to believe what God says about his people still applies to the church today. It is a challenge not to settle for church as just a program. It is a challenge to return the ministry of God to the people of God. People of God lays out the theology and practice of community. Authors Spence Shelton and Trevor Joy seek to show why community is central to the Christian life, and how to practice it in the 21st century church. Whether you are a pastor or a volunteer leader, People of God aims to equip and encourage congregations as they build a culture of discipleship in the life of their church. The authors draw on experiences and learnings from their time leading two of the fastest growing congregations in America to give you principles that can apply in a church of 50 or 15,000.

God's Empowering Presence

God's Empowering Presence
Author: Gordon D. Fee
Publisher: Hendrickson Publishers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2009
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 9781598564327

"Fee's book is the most comprehensive treatment available of Paul's understanding of the Holy Spirit, a topic that has rarely received sufficient attention in studies of Pauline theology. Fee's method is exemplary: he first analyzes Paul's statements about the Spirit, in each individual letter, and then moves to a synthesis of Paul's general pneumatology. The result is a book that is deeply exegetical, doing justice both to the particularity of Paul's writings and to the fundamental unity of his vision for the Spirit's role in the life of the Christian community. Most importantly, Fee emphasizes insistently that the Holy Spirit must be experienced as a living presence within the church. That message is both faithful to Paul and urgent for the community of faith in our time." and -Richard B. Hays, Professor of New Testament, The Divinity School, Duke University"With the energy and care that is a trademark of his work, Gordon Fee here fills a significant gap in Pauline Studies. Both those who find talk about the Holy Spirit congenial and those who would happily marginalize it will be instructed by this book. Fee makes a genuine contribution as he examines Paul's letters in conversation with both the exegetical tradition of the academy and the pressing needs of the church." and -Beverly R. Gaventa, Professor of New Testament and Exegesis, Princeton Theological Seminary"Fee uniquely combines professional competence as a text critic, an exegete, an author and editor of major commentaries, and a foremost evangelical interpreter of Paul with a lifetime of formation and ministry among the Pentecostals-this century's providential witnesses to the work of the Spirit of God among us. . . . Fee's work offers an enduring encyclopedia of Pauline pneumatological exegesis, easy to consult for next Sunday's sermon, yet substantial enough to take its place near George Ladd's Theology of the New Testament as a must-have, within arm's reach, for serious interpreters of Paul's gospel. . . . Fee's work is the theological crown of a distinguished exegetical career." and -Russell P. Spittler, Senior Professor of New Testament, Fuller Theological Seminary

Christ's Empowering Presence

Christ's Empowering Presence
Author: Gary Tyra
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2011-06-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0830856250

Christ's Empowering Presence looks at the Spiritual Disciplines through the eyes of both classical and contemporary writers, a process that changed the author's life.

The Making of a Leader

The Making of a Leader
Author: Frank Damazio
Publisher: Rich Brott
Total Pages: 364
Release: 1988
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780914936848

In his insightful book, Damazio lays out for the serious student a broad discussion of what it means to be responsible for a group of "followers.

Paul, the Spirit, and the People of God

Paul, the Spirit, and the People of God
Author: Gordon D. Fee
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 279
Release: 2023-01-24
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493440020

This contemporary classic by renowned scholar Gordon Fee explores the Spirit's significant role in Pauline life and thought. After Fee published his magisterial God's Empowering Presence, he was asked to write a more accessible volume that would articulate Paul's priorities for experiencing the life of the Spirit in the church. Fee's bestselling introduction to Paul and the Spirit, Paul, the Spirit, and the People of God, went on to sell over 70,000 copies. This book by one of the greatest evangelical and Pentecostal New Testament interpreters of our time argues that the presence of the Spirit is, for Paul and for us, the crucial matter for the Christian life. This repackaged edition features an updated design and packaging, new study questions, and a foreword by Dean Pinter, who commends the book to a new generation of readers.

WikiChurch

WikiChurch
Author: Steve Murrell
Publisher: Charisma Media
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2011-07-05
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 161638428X

Most Christians agree that discipleship is important, even essential for Christian maturity; few understand biblical principles and even fewer apply a biblical process when it comes to discipleship.

Empowered

Empowered
Author: Catherine Parks
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2019-04-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1535934603

Through the inspiring stories of eleven faithful women, Empowered will show girls that God is the true source of their power, strength, and purpose in life. In the pages of this book, girls will encounter women they may never have heard of and will learn some of the character traits that go along with the Christian walk. But they will also encounter a God who is faithful to complete the work He has begun in them. The stories in Empowered are about faithful women, but even more about a steadfast God. Girls don't have to do the things these women have done to live a life of purpose; by making a direct connection to their daily lives, readers will have a bigger and a more personal view of their Father and His love for them. The same God who was faithful to give Corrie ten Boom the love she needed to forgive her prison guard can help girls love the unlovable bullies at school. The love for Jesus that compelled Sophie Scholl to sacrifice her life for a higher cause can empower a young girl who sees injustice in the world around her. In a culture where the youth see value in terms of Instagram likes and viral videos, the life of Pandita Ramabai will show the value of humble worship. Empowered flips the popular idea of what it means to be a strong girl on its head, showing that real power comes from our loving Father through His Son and removing the pressure girls may feel to conquer the world on their own.

Empowered

Empowered
Author: Love God Greatly
Publisher:
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2020-06-25
Genre:
ISBN: 9781715102296

The Holy Spirit empowered the early church each and every day as they told the world about Jesus. Through trials, persecution, and difficulty, the disciples spread the message of Christ with boldness and persistence. The same power that enabled the early church to preach the gospel enables us to spread the gospel today. As you study the Book of Acts you will find many examples of God's faithfulness and the boldness of the disciples, all the while being encouraged to continue to spread the gospel in your personal sphere of influence. Empowered: Yesterday and Today is a six-week Bible study on the Book of Acts. This Bible study journal contains the entire text of the Book of Acts as well as pages for recording observation, application, and prayer. Also included are 30 daily devotionals offering deeper understanding of Scripture. You'll find weekly challenges and questions, perfect for personal reflection or group discussion. This six-week Bible study is perfect for personal or small group study. In addition to the six-week Empowered reading plan, devotionals, reflection questions, and challenges, this journal contains an additional two-week reading plan and journaling pages for further study. After studying the Book of Acts for six-weeks, you can complete your study with a short, two-week study on the unity of the early church and continuing unity of the body of Christ today. Empowered: Yesterday and Today is a Love God Greatly study journal designed to help women grow in their faith. Love God Greatly is a global ministry, providing quality resources to guide women to a greater understanding of God's Word. Through beautifully designed journals translated into over 20 languages, we help women all over the world to grow in their relationship with God.

Fashioned to Reign

Fashioned to Reign
Author: Kris Vallotton
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 283
Release: 2013-08-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1441262288

It's Time for a Revolution In the Garden, woman was taken out of man to stand by his side and co-reign with him. But Satan's schemes have robbed women of their rightful identity, disempowering and defacing them. The world aches for God's original partnership to be brought into balance once more--and it can be. Join Kris Vallotton for an extraordinary journey of eye-opening insight, including • God's true plan and purpose for women • Jesus' radical teachings and care for women • men's important role in restoring women • the true meaning of difficult Bible passages about women • examples of women in leadership as God intended God fashioned women to reign alongside men. Jesus set women free to be beautiful and powerful. It's time for us, as daughters and sons of the King, to rule together in glory again. Will you join the revolution? "We have failed to realize that Jesus founded the women's liberation movement more than two thousand years ago. Isn't it high time His Church led the revolution?"--Kris Vallotton "Off the charts. Worthy to be read and studied by all. You won't be able to put it down."--Patricia King, founder, XP Ministries "Read, weigh and embrace the spirit, truth and heartbeat of this book. This biblical approach rightly addresses unright arguments of strained interpretations. Such balance and beauty make sense and offer wisdom. I say, 'Amen!'"--Pastor Jack Hayford, chancellor, The King's University, Dallas/Los Angeles "This profound work is a must-read for men and women alike; it has the potential to instill courage in the hearts of men and give women permission to dream again."--Bill Johnson, senior leader, Bethel Church, Redding, California; author, The Essential Guide to Healing and When Heaven Invades Earth "Finally, a biblical perspective that encourages women to remain themselves and still take their God-given places of leadership."--Stacey Campbell, author, Praying the Bible; co-founding pastor, New Life Church, Kelowna, British Columbia "This compelling work will elevate your awareness, challenge some presuppositions and invite you to grow in the grace of the Lord Jesus."--Dr. Mark J. Chironna, Church On The Living Edge, Mark Chironna Ministries, Orlando, Florida "This must-read will empower you to regain your identity that Satan stole and live the life God created you to live."--Cynthia Brazelton, pastor, Victory Christian Ministries International "I deeply enjoyed diving into the Bible with Kris as my guide to find out what God really says about men and women. It has enhanced my understanding of who I am as a woman and inspires me to instill that in the young women around me. This book is about truth and therefore would be great written by anyone. However, I realized that the fact that it was written by a man, and it is a man calling me into my divine design, brought a deeper level of healing than I'd anticipated and sent me on a journey digging deeper into God's heart. I recommend it for all!" --Revival Magazine "Fashioned to Reign considers the everlasting deception Christians face regarding women's role and purpose: a deception fostered by evil and which is not of God's plan. The disempowerment of women was the devil's idea - and God's true plan for women is very different. Woman was, in fact, designed to stand by man's side and reign with him, not under him - and Fashioned to Reign covers God's ultimate intention for women. Packed with scripture and information throughout, Fashioned to Reign is a powerful analysis perfect for any Christian collection." --Midwest Book Review