The Laying on of Hands in the New Testament


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Included bibliographical references (p. 302-324) and index.




Rich Wounds


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Profound reflections on the cross that help you to meditate on and marvel at the sacrificial love of Jesus. This book can be used as a devotional, especially during Lent and Easter. These profound reflections on the cross from David Mathis, author of The Christmas We Didn’t Expect, will help you to meditate on and marvel at Jesus’ life, sacrificial death, and spectacular resurrection-enabling you to treasure anew who Jesus is and what he has done. Many of us are so familiar with the Easter story that it becomes easy to miss subtle details and difficult to really enjoy its meaning. This book will help you to pause and marvel at Jesus, whose now-glorified wounds are a sign of his unfailing love and the decisive victory that he has won: “He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.” (Isaiah 53:5) This book can be used as a devotional. The chapters on Holy Week make it especially helpful during the Lent season and at Easter.




Healing and the Laying on of Hands


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Is divine healing by the laying on of hands the privilege and right of every believer today?What is the "gift of laying on of hands?"What is falling down and being "slain in the Spirit" mean?Is laying on of hands used to cast out demons?What is the doctrine of apostolic succession by laying on of hands? These important questions as well as many others noted Bible teacher and author Phillip E. Hopp addresses and answers in his seminal book "Healing and the Laying on of Hands." Intended for ministers and lay-students of the Bible alike, "Healing and the Laying on of Hands" is an in-depth and scholarly look into the biblical origins and historical applications of the laying on of hands for healing, spiritual authority and Baptism (or filling) in the Holy Spirit. It is arguably the most comprehensive and intelligent analysis ever written on the subject of laying on of hands. As the consuming Pentecostal flame of the Holy Spirit is kindled and breaks forth into renewed power and anointing upon our generation, clothed in the glittering garments of great signs, miracles and wonders, there will be an increased need in the Body of Christ to understand this fundamental doctrine of the Church. Long regarded as the "Queen of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit" by some, laying on of hands is, when properly understood and ministered in faith, fragrant and rich with spiritual blessing for every believer. "Healing and the Laying on of Hands" cleaves asunder some of the fundamental errors and misconceptions of this important doctrine of the Church.




The Laying On Of Hands


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Clive Dunlop was a masseur of exceptional talents. His 'services' were much in demand amongst the great and the good and after his untimely death at the age of 34 they -- the film stars and politicians, the writers and publishers, the TV pundits and celebrity chefs -- are gathered for his memorial service. The conduct of the service is a great worry for the priest taking the service, but it proves to be a test for the congregation. This is Alan Bennett at his absolute best with an exceptional satire. It is a perfect work of fiction but it will give readers the extra frisson of pleasure of identifying many of the characters, including even the masseur. This is a small masterpiece.




God's Power Through the Laying on of Hands


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Norvel Hayes is one of the most unique persons we have ever met. His faith and beliefs are so strong they splash over on every person he meets. He has a compelling drive to share the total Great Commission with the Christian world and this book shares the last part, "they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover."




The Road to Eternal Life


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Do you believe in many roads to salvation? When you think about establishing a relationship with God, what comes to mind? Do you know what the Bible reveals on this subject? Notice what Jesus Christ Himself has to say: "No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws him; and I will raise him up at the last day" (John 6:44) God starts this relationship process and you must choose to accept or reject His calling when offered. If you accept, you have a definite process to follow that He clearly reveals in the Bible. What is that process? 1) After God calls you, repentance is the starting point in your relationship with Him. Without repentance, you are cut off from God. 2) After you repent, your next step is water baptism, a primary principle of Jesus Christ (Hebrews 6:1-2). 3) The next step on your road to eternal life is to receive God's Holy Spirit, which comes through "laying on of hands," as described in Hebrews 6:2. If God is calling you, will you respond? Inside the Bible Study aid ebook, The Road to Eternal Life, we will examine the Scriptures and look at the steps you must take to respond to God's calling. Start your journey on the only road to eternal life and be part of the awesome future God has planned for you! Chapters in this ebook: -- Introduction: The Road to Eternal Life -- Repentance: Your First Step -- Jesus and His Apostles Affirm the Need to Obey God's Commandments -- Grace, Works and Obedience -- The Crucial Role of Faith -- Water Baptism and Laying On of Hands -- Should Children Be Baptized -- Should We Want to Be Baptized With Fire? -- Forgiveness of Sin -- Staying the Course -- We're Baptized Into a Spiritual Body Inside this Bible Study Aid ebook: "The Bible describes repentance as a profound realization of our sins and resulting sorrow that leads us to change our thoughts and actions (2 Corinthians 7:10)." "To some, the change God wants in us can appear so overwhelming that repentance and conversion to God's way of thinking seem impossible. And that's the point. Without God's help, they are impossible!" "Overcoming our habitual sins and selfish nature does not happen instantly. It is a lifelong process, often involving great effort." "The symbolic meaning of baptism, then, is profound. It represents both forgiveness of sins and newness of life in Christ." "No matter what our background or past mistakes, when we genuinely repent and are baptized, God promises complete forgiveness." "Living God's way must always remain our priority. We must continually "seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness" (Matthew 6:33)."




Elders, Deacons, Preachers, Saints


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This book describes in detail the various Biblical leadership roles in the church and examines how these can be exercised in order to promote individual as well as the corporate growth of the church.







Transmitting God's Power


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A Silent Patriarch


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"Fr Daniel Fanous details the life of Pope Kyrillos, a key figure in recent Coptic history, drawing on unpublished archival materials and documents"--