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Many Christians have never understood the fear of the Lord, which builds passion and intimacy into their relationship with god and makes their lives real and pure. In this rerelease of his book, John Bevere dispels the false understanding of god. Understanding why and how to fear god is the beginning of knowing Him as He yearns to be known. In his lovingly confrontational style, Bevere challenges believers to reverence God anew in their worship, prayers, and daily living. This book will inform and encourage believers to intimately know god like never before.
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Healthy Fear.......2007-09-29
This book puts a enlighting on the subject of fear and especially in the House of God. Every Believer needs to read/study this book. I have not read on this subject , except in the Bible, and explained so well. Also John supports this very well by Scripture.
Holiness redefined.......2007-09-14
What I liked most about this book is that John Bevere, in his traditional style, is simple, direct, and yet deep. I think he did the topic it's due justice. He brings us back to the true reverence and awe of God's holiness, and our call to seek it. As always, he separated out misconceptions of godliness by sharing his experiences with the reality of it. What I learned is now reflected in my prayers and conduct.
Finally!.......2007-01-03
Finally, someone in the church addressing a healthy relationship with God. The thing I love about John Bevere is that he does a superb job of balancing having a fear of God along with an intimate relationship with Him. Read this book and your life will be changed.
Changed my life.......2006-12-19
Fear of the Lord has changed my life. I live life completely different with the Fear of the Lord in mind. John has challenged me to step out of a life of mediocrity and into a life of holiness. The Fear of the Lord will draw you closer to Him with truth and understanding. It's a must buy.
Must read!.......2006-11-02
John Bevere is such a talented writer, but this book is absolutely anointed! The church and the world has lost its fear of the Lord... this book brings out the scriptures that show why we're missing the blessings of God and intimacy with God and how to restore it! Wonderful book!!
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Mission of Love: A Physician's Spiritual Journey Toward a Life Beyond
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At the height of his career as an oncologist, Dr. Roger Cole realized he needed to reconnect with the passion that first attracted him to medicine. Dr. Cole elected to work exclusively with terminally ill patients to understand the deeply emotional experiences his dying patients were going through, and discovered that talking with them brought comfort to their final days and gave him a sense of enlightenment. In MISSION OF LOVE, Dr. Cole reflects on the remarkable lessons he's learned, weaving a spiritual tapestry from the lives of his patients, their families, and his own life. Offering knowledge and insight as well as a route to compassion and peace, MISSION OF LOVE will inspire feelings of hope and acceptance, whether you are facing the loss of a loved one or seeking guidance for your own life's journey.
Customer Reviews:
A challenging true life journey.......2004-02-17
A delightfully honest story of a physician's internal struggle with the true purpose of his work in Paliative Care. From the treatment of patients using drugs to help with the physical pain of dying to the management of people and the assistance to die filled with peace and love, Dr Cole emerges as a angel of healing the soul prior to the physical death. This book took me to a very beautiful place where caring is love and death is peaceful.
Simply Superb!.......2004-01-24
No book has ever moved me spritually and brought a greater realizarion of how fragile live is and how little time we have left to love and do the right thing for not only our love ones but also frineds and strangers alike.
Soul Searching.......2000-07-16
The moment I layed my hands on the book, I simply could not put it down. Dr. Cole's book had most of the answers to many of my unanswered questions. It is more then a mission of love, it is a mission to help you rediscover your inner being and yourself.
unlocking your compassion and emotions to the subject of dea.......2000-01-22
This book is a personal account of working with terminally ill patients. A job that most people, even in the medical profession,find hard.It is also a spiritual journey, of the patients and for Dr. Roger Cole himself. It has many personal accounts, from the patients, their families, from Roger himself that will awaken feelings often hidden or repressed through past experience, fear and lack a knowledge. The book opens up the subects that people find hard to talk about as they face terminal illnesses. Roger Cole is the doctor in the Bryce Courtney best seller "April Fool's Day" that helped Damion, Bryce's son in the final weeks of his life. In fact it was Damion that said Roger's job was " A Mission of Love"
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As the saga of Elsie Dinsmore continues, Elsie is now twenty-one. Love and marriage are very much on her mind as she struggles with disillusionment from the past and the doubts that still trouble her heart. Old friends may hold the answers, but will she recognize true love when it is offered?
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It's Finally Here!.......2000-09-23
I've been waiting for this book for a long time, and it was worth the wait! Several years have passed since the last Elsie book, and Elsie is now 21.She has passed her majority, and with that comes more responsiblities and difficulties. She is also wondering if she will ever find that one special guy to spend her life with. Rising doubts from her distasterous experience with Tom Jackson a few years ago cause Elsie to worry that she won't know what true love really is. She does know though, that her Heavanly Father will always be with her, no matter what happens. She finally does find her true love, and knows that he will always love her and protect her through thick and thin. Also including a touching description of Elsie's visit to her birthplace, where her beautiful mother lived and died, this book is a wonderful addition to the Elsie Dinsmore series.
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A moving first-hand account of Mother Teresa and her work, written by someone who worked by her side. As an idealistic young volunteer, author Susan Conroy spent a summer serving in one of Mother Teresa's orphanages and in the Home for the Dying. "In a city where I found hell on earth," she says, "I also found each day a deep sense of peace and incredible happiness."
It was an experience that changed her life forever. She learned why Mother Teresa had found real joy in working with the poorest of the poor. Along the way, she took striking photographs that have never been seen before now - photographs that show Mother Teresa at her everyday best. This is an account you won't soon forget, told with simple and loving directness by an eyewitness.
Customer Reviews:
Compelling, Inspring, and Genuine.......2006-07-25
What moved me most about this novel is the genuine change of heart that transformed the author's view of the world. Mother Teresa was powerful in word but moreso in deed. First hand experience with Mother, at age 21, is not a claim many can make and the lasting influence of these experiences and the life lessons resulting are inspiring and real. This is an excellent novel which should have a genuine, positive influence on the hearts of any open minded reader.
this book is just more fluff for the brainwashed.......2006-04-20
I read this book while waiting for a train one afternoon. It's absolute nonsense. If anyone is really interested in understanding who Mother Theresa was and what she really cared about, I suggest reading Christopher Hitchens, The Missionary Position: Mother Teresa in Theory and Practice.
Deep Insight into Mother Teresa.......2005-11-12
I met Susan Conroy in Fall River MA where she came to present her book and experiences with Mother Teresa. The joyful and inspirational Susan amazed me with her patience as crowds surrounded her, looking for her to write a special message in their copy of her book. Susan reminded me of a recent guest on the Oprah Winfrey show, Maria Shriver, another joyful and inspirational woman. This book captures Susan's joy and inspiration, and the Mother Teresa experiences that have helped mold Susan's life. This book is a MUST for Mother Teresa fans.
A Summer With Mother Teresa.......2005-09-21
The author spent a summer with Mother Teresa as a volunteer, in several aspects of the work in Calcutta. The volunteers had special daily time with Mother and learned not only what she did, but why she did it. Well written book; Miss Conroy has a knack for expressing deep feelings but without sentimentality. A great source for anyone who wishes to understand the greatest woman of our time.
Wonderful, personal account of Mother Teresa.......2004-04-05
My spiritual book group chose this book for our book-of-the-month based on a member seeing the author interviewed. We all loved it; I think it's the most popular book we've read in six months. This is not by any means a complete biography, but a much more personal, and touching, portrait told through the eyes of a young woman. My whole family is now reading it based on my recommendation. People of all faiths will enjoy seeing the saint from a fresh perspective.
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Edited by Fran Love and Jeleta Eckheart, this book is a compilation of real-life experiences by women actively involved in reaching Muslim women for Christ. These articles approach the question of the gospel and Islam from a female perspective.
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David L. Rowe asserts that many Mormons view Christian witnessing as Bible bashing. What Christians need to understand, he suggests, is that Latter-day Saints are an entirely separate ethnic group with their own history, values, and customs. Evangelizing Mormons can be so much more effective if Christians first know, understand, and respect Mormon heritage. With helpful illustrations and discussions of Mormon values and theology, Rowe calls Christians away from confrontational evangelism and instead suggests active listening and respect as a way to bridge Christian beliefs and Mormon culture. A glossary in the back of the book and discussion questions at the end of each chapter will help readers apply these concepts in their own witnessing experiences. In the end, Christians will be more approachable representatives of Christ.
Customer Reviews:
A good book for any Christian interacting with nonChristians.......2007-08-01
This book really focuses on the Christian living a life of love and authenticity among those of differing faiths. I felt this was more the focus of the book than "converting Mormons", although our desire is always that all others would come into a redeeming relationship with Christ. Rowe's theme is basically that when others met Christ in us, they will be drawn to Him. We can then invite them to join us on our faith walk. I found this a very enjoyable book to read and developed a new respect for Mormons as well. Rowe makes every effort to acknowledge the areas in which we can have a great deal of appreciation for the Mormon culture, if not their doctrines.
Why Share Christ with Mormons? They already know Him........2007-06-18
I'm sorry, but I found this book entirely offensive. I have close friends of many denominations--many from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I have not found them to be a cult and they are not in need of introduction to Jesus Christ or the Bible--they have both. My friends have pictures of Christ in their homes and put their family relationships above everything else.
I feel for my LDS friends--all good, honest, quality people--when there are all these "Christians" out there misrepresenting them.
I guess I love Mormons, too.......2007-05-19
David Rowe, Ph.D., a professor and dean of spiritual life at Salt Lake Theological Seminary, argues that to understand Mormons and discuss spiritual concepts, we need to understand their culture, not just their theology. While is book, I Love Mormons: A new Way to Share Christ with Later-day Saints, uses the Mormon culture as a case study, he actually demonstrates methods for understanding cultures and better communicating with them. It's an "understand first, and then be understood" thing.
In textbook style, complete with discussion questions concluding each chapter, Rowe constructs his ideas and shares his experiences. But while the ideas are articulated well, the writing is slightly lacking. The paragraphs are long and most pages have at least one exclamation point if not two or three.
In some instances, Rowe alienates his readers by not fully describing the drama that plays out between various religions on Temple Square in Salt Lake City. He also broad-brushes some of the cultural items as specifically Mormon, when in fact, they are more isolated to the Utah Mormon culture.
The minor criticisms aside, I enjoyed I Love Mormons and found it informative. Anybody wanting to share ideas with cultures other than their own--be it religious, environmental, or political, should read this book. Both Republican and Democrat campaign workers, as well as environmentalists, sales people, and missionaries could learn techniques for more effective conversation from Rowe's book.
A Heart for Mormons.......2006-08-05
This book impacted and influenced me like no other book on Mormonism. I have 14 books dealing with Mormon teachings and doctrine. These books are helpful in understanding LDS theology, and how it differs from orthodox Christian beliefs. However, this book is helpful in not only understanding LDS theology, but equally as important, Mormons themselves. Over a seven week period recently, I hosted two Mormon missionaries in my home for Bible study. These two young ladies (and the women who accompanied them) are not cultists to be shunned, or worse, beat over the head with Scripture verses; they are individuals who are to be won over to the truth of the gospel by the love of Christ. This book helped me to see that more clearly. It shows how Mormons are deeply protective of their heritage and history. If we will show respect and try to understand who they are, not just focusing on what to say next, we will more than likely win over people - not just win an argument. The author has lived in Salt Lake City and ministered to Mormons since 1975. His experience and wisdom in sharing the gospel with Mormons on an everyday basis is invaluable. Yes, theology matters, greatly, but we must share the truth in love. The author shows us how to connect with Mormons so that we can build friendships and relationships that will last longer than just a five minute argument at our front door. If you have a heart for Mormons, this book will show you how to lovingly and effectively share the truth of the gospel to those from the LDS church that God brings into your life.
A must-read for evangelicals-- one of the best books on the subject currently in print.......2006-07-21
I am currently polishing off David L. Rowe's book I Love Mormons: A New Way to Share Christ with Latter-day Saints. Despite the negative reviews it received from FARMS and other Mormon publications (given the subject matter of the book, this is no surprise) calling him, among other things, a "wolf" and an anti-Mormon, I believe that Dr. Rowe's book is one of the most important that any evangelical has ever published on the topic of Mormonism. It explains the Mormon worldview and way of knowing in no-nonsense, down-to-earth language, and points out that the so-called "Bible-bash" is not and has never been an effective way of reaching Mormons. He advises us to have humility, show a profound love and respect for Mormon people and their religious culture, and speak to them out of personal experience rather than out of a sort of disconnected analysis of DNA, history, and/or a medley of Bible verses (he does suggest that it's okay to treat these topics when the opportunity arises, but says that timing is everything). Any evangelical who wants to "reach" Mormons should read this book. Rowe's journey and experience of trying to "reach" Mormons closely parallels my own, and I can vouch for his assertions about what "works" and what does not. I find that when I humbly and simply share my own experience of God, when I am vulnerable about my encounters with Mormonism, and when I focus on the good things in my own religious tradition rather than the bad things in the Mormon one, my arguments with Mormon people become conversations, even opportunities to share with them the truth that God has given me. Moreover, when I actually listen to what they are saying, I find that I often learn at least as much as I teach.
A weakness of the book, perhaps, is that it assumes that Mormons are not "Christians" without really trying to explain why this is so. For EVs who start with the same assumption, the book is perfect. For those who are considering a broader definition of the term "Christian" and are optimistic about the scope of salvation, this feels like an egregious omission. Nevertheless, in Rowe's defense (note that I haven't read the last chapter yet) I have not yet found any place where he explicitly says Mormons are "not saved". The basic premise of the book-- that we should "share Christ" with Mormons-- implies that this is true of many of them. But Rowe also does not treat Mormonism as a monolithic people group, and recognizes that there is a lot of diversity within it. I have a feeling that if you asked Dr. Rowe whether he believes some Mormons are "saved", he would answer in the affirmative.
A second weakness of the book, in my mind, is in its treatment of the issue of grace and works. Perhaps it is my Pentecostal/holiness theological upbringing that causes me to rebel against any understanding of the gospel that sacrifices morality on the altar of grace. To Rowe's credit, I don't think this is entirely his intent, and he makes the issue much less central to his approach than do other proselytizers of Mormons who would have us think they are the Pharisees reborn. Still, I think the distinction between the Mormon and evangelical notions of grace is much less pronounced than even Rowe would have us believe, and I think our conversations with Mormons should probably focus on other issues-- a number of which Rowe himself has suggested in the book.
If I may, I would like to add a thought of my own: Rowe is absolutely right that the Mormon way of knowing is based on personal revelatory experience, and that rational argumentation will not really interest them. He is absolutely right that if we want to communicate with them, we have to "speak Mormonese"-- talk about our own experience of God rather than engaging in scientific, historical, or even biblical argumentation. And he is absolutely right when he evaluates why some people are afraid of this approach: namely, that they have no experience to share. Anyone who finds him/herself in this position should take stock of his/her own private spirituality before ever going and criticizing someone else's. I sincerely believe that those who are of a cessationist persuasion really have nothing to say to Mormons that will particularly interest them. You can't sell someone a rationalist worldview when theirs is a spiritual/romantic worldview unless they have already been totally disenfranchised by the latter. So any success the cessationists have in making converts of Mormons will be among already-bitter folks who have been wounded by the LDS church and are looking elsewhere for a place to belong. Charismatics, on the other hand, are more than just used-car salesmen. They actually have something to say, and can converse as equals with Mormons in a language they will understand.
Customer Reviews:
excellent book.......2006-11-10
I read this book for a class that I was taking and I thought that it was an excellent book all around. I especially apprecaiated Carson's treatment of the intra-trinitarian love of God and wish he had spent more time on the subject.
God's Love is Matched by God's Justice.......2006-05-28
Any doctrine of the love of God must discuss the doctrine of the justice of God. Why? Because God is one. God loves and God judges. This is inseparable. How do we know? God commits genocide against Jews in the Old Testament in divine judgment. In the New Testament, God (Jesus Christ) comes back and judges and send people to eternal damnation in Hell. God as Judge is compatible with God of Love. God is one.
Excellent-One of Carson's Best.......2006-01-02
Having read the title of this book and after reading several of Carson's other books, I was looking forward to reading this book and it did not disappoint. I read the whole thing in one sitting.
A word of caution: if you've never heard of Calvinism or Arminianism and don't know what phileo and agape are you may be lost at several points. But don't let this discourage you from reading this book.
Carson's book gave me an immense appreciation for God's love and just how difficult a doctrine it is. To learn about the different ways the Bible speaks about God's love was really amazing and caused me to marvel at the great God I serve. Do yourself a favor and read this book. And if you like it, be sure to check out his sequel: "Love in Hard Places."
Short but Deep.......2005-05-10
Until I read this book I never would have considered that God's love was a difficult doctrine. The Trinity is a difficult doctrine to understand - impossible even. The eternal nature of God - that is another difficult or impossible one. But the love of God? I wouldn't have believed it. But having read this book I believe it now.
The Difficult Doctrine of the Love of God by D.A. Carson is just a short book (96 pages) that is drawn from four lectures Carson delivered in 1998. There was a small amount of editing performed, but the conversational nature of the speech carries through the text. It makes for an easy read, despite some deep theology.
Carson begins by outlining five reasons why this is a difficult doctrine. First, he suggests that while most people believe that God is a loving Being, this belief is set within a foundation other than Scripture. Second, many complementary truths about God are disbelieved by many within our culture (and our churches). Third, postmodernism reinforces a sentimental, syncretistic and pluralistic view of God. Fourth, the church has fallen into believing a sentimentalized version of God's love that is not consistent with God as presented in Scripture. And fifth, the church portrays this as a simple doctrine and overlooks certain important distinctions that prove this to be a difficult doctrine.
From this foundation, Carson builds the book around four themes: the distortion of the love of God; the fact that God is love; God's love and God's sovereignty; and God's love and God's wrath. As we would expect from Carson, he goes straight to the source - to God's revelation of Himself in Scripture - to correct false assumptions and provide a deep discussion of what God's love entails. He defends the compatibility of seemingly-opposite characteristics of God (that God can be perfectly loving and yet perfectly just in His wrath) and examines how God's love interacts with His sovereignty in human affairs.
The only caveat I would provide with this book is that it does assume some knowledge of Christian theology since it was initially targeted at seminary students. For example, Carson discusses distinctions between Calvinism and Arminianism without first defining his terms. A basic knowledge of Greek would not hurt either, though it certainly is not necessary.
It is rare to find so much depth in such a short book. At the same time it is also nice to be able to learn so much without having to wade through hundreds of pages of text - this book could as easily have been hundreds or thousands of pages long. Carson does a wonderful job of highlighting the most important issues while confining himself to a limited word count. I highly recommend this book.
Brief but Excellent.......2004-01-04
As other reviewers have mentioned, this book is adapted from a series of four lectures and only 78 pages long. Carson has kept an informal tone throughout the entire book. On the downsides, I think the book assumes at least some knowledge of Greek (which was fine for me, but may not be for everyone) and his discussion of theories of the atonement was rather limited--if you don't already know what Calvinism and Arminianism are, then his discussion of that issue will probably be somewhat cryptic. However, I think these drawbacks are minor and the book is excellent and definitely well worth reading. Do yourself a favor and purchase this book.
Also, this book is written by a Calvinist, and does carry Calvinistic presuppositions in places. I think this is fine (as I find Calvinism to be Biblical), but it is worth noting. The author's New Covenant Theology does not enter into the book at all, except maybe in the ABSENSE of discussion of covenants in any fashion (there is no concept of covenantal love, for example, in Carson's categorizations--really this is his fifth category, but he needed to expound on it), but this is forgiveable.
Customer Reviews:
Photography tells the story of Mother Teresa........1999-11-01
I am a photography major at Purdue University. I have the book and believe that Michael Collopy is a brilliant photographer. If there is anyone out there who knows how I can get in touch with him, please let me know. I want to do a report on him for one of my classes.
The Love of Mother Theresa and the Sisters of Charity.......1999-08-23
This book shows the life of what the sisters of charity do and it is excellent. I say the pictures here touch your heart. Seeing all these pictures of the lives of the Sisters of Charity and Mother Theresa are great. Looking at what they do is more touching that just hearing it.
Unforgettable photography.......1999-01-21
This is an assemblege of photography of Mother Teresa and her nuns doing their work in various locations around the world. Picture speak a thousand words, and this book gives a true sense of the daily works they do.
Collopy's photographs project Mother Teresa's loving vision........1998-10-21
Collopy's volume on Mother Teresa is a spiritual journey even for the atheist. The compassion, humility and love that was Mother Teresa and lives on in the work of her Sisters is caringly portrayed in Michael Collopy's book. You see a rare side of Mother Teresa whose warm smile could light up a room. Collopy adds a tremendous dimension with his own recollections of speciifc instances noted in his photogrpahs. His own spiritual depth and the impact that Mother Teresa had on his life is apparent.
Collopy's photographs project Mother Teresa's loving vision........1998-10-21
Collopy's volume on Mother Teresa is a spiritual journey even for the atheist. The compassion, humility and love that was Mother Teresa and lives on in the work of her Sisters is caringly portrayed in Michael Collopy's book. You see a rare side of Mother Teresa whose warm smile could light up a room. Collopy adds a tremendous dimension with his own recollections of speciifc instances noted in his photogrpahs. His own spiritual depth and the impact that Mother Teresa had on his life is apparent.
Book Description
This book offers techniques for witnessing to Mormons in a non-confrontational, Christian way.
Customer Reviews:
Spiritual Titanic.......2007-01-29
I've read my share of books on Mormonism over the years, having found myself living among the LDS for six years. Looking at their religion forces you to consider what it is about Christianity that makes it distinctly "Christian", and I found the historic Christian faith to be richer and more intensely beautiful than I had formerly known it to be. This book explains the differences.
I have several wonderful Mormon friends and they believe with their whole LIVES that Joseph Smith really was a prophet. They are neither stupid or particularly gullible. I do believe that they are LOST, something Christians should more readily keep in mind. So many books on Mormonism seem to center on efforts to belittle Mormons and their beliefs. This book does neither. It will help you to think of Mormonism as a kind of "spiritual Titanic"...looks like an unsinkable ocean liner...plush, comfortable, but it won't get you to other shore. This book gently reaches out with "rowboat"-style truth. Pay special attention to the portion about "defining terms". The LDS and Christians often share a surface vocabulary but you'll quickly find that certain terms like "grace" and "salvation" mean totally different things to each.
Buy this book, in fact, buy two copies. Give one to your public library.
Informative and Compassionate Good News.......2004-09-19
Over the past two years, my wife and I have read literally dozens of books about and from the LDS church. This is one of, if not the best I've read.
I appreciate Pastor Cares informative, yet sensitive approach-emphasizing both knowledge and compassion for friends, neighbors and even family members in the LDS church. While many Mormons are great, moral and upright people, they are in bondage to a religious system that demands perfection. Therefore, I also appreciate his caution not to argue theology, especially by "Majoring in the minors," but to share our witness as Christians in God's Law (those demands for perfection that can never be met) and Gospel (God's perfecting unconditional love-grace- in Jesus that has made us perfect by his life, death and resurrection).
I highly recommend this book to any one who either wants to know more about their neighbors' faith. I especially recommend this book to those who wish to go further and share the hope that is within them in the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Great overview on the LDS religion.......2004-07-09
There are any number of books that cover the religion of Mormonism, but Cares' is one of the best. He deals with pertinent issues that don't fly over the average layperson's head. In addition he provides specific references that anyone can write into their Bibles (along with other LDS scriptures) in order to become efficient in sharing one's faith. Cares' attitude of "sharing in love" is also appreciated, as it is evident that he has no bone to pick or desires an "anti-Mormon" label. I have only two minor complaints. 1) There are a number of grammatical/ spelling/ layout errors that could easily be cleaned up with a good editor/ proofreader. 2) The book doesn't appear to be on a publisher's current list...this is a timeless piece that somebody ought to pick up. For Christians hoping to have a healthy dialogue with their LDS friends and neighbors, I suggest this as one of the books you purchase.
Excellent Book, A must read!.......2004-04-29
This is an excellent book for anyone who may not fully understand or are curious about the fundamental Mormon beliefs. The author, then in turn, shows compassionate and thought provoking methods for sharing the truth of the gospel of Jesus with Mormons. Highly recommend!!
Totally different approach.......2003-11-12
This book was SO eye-opening. I've read about 10 other Mormonism analysis books and I've had discussions with Mormons for over six months. This one is definitely the best book on the subject.
This book changed everything for me. My eyes were suddenly opened to the idea that I was approaching witnessing entirely wrong. I was getting bogged down with logic and minutia and taking my focus away from Christ. Clearly, that's how our discussions should focus, as with any Christian witness. I still pray for those Mormon boys that I had discussions with, and wish I had it to do over again, knowing what I do now. This book was an emotional read for me.
Of course, it's good to be prepared by knowing how Mormons think. They have different different definitions of generally accepted Christian words, so right away we're speaking a different language. Simple words -- like salvation, sin, heaven, eternal life -- have very differnt meanings under Mormonism. This book will enlighten you on those, and others.
Other books have more information about Mormon beliefs and more details and more rebuttals to their arguments, but this one gives you the best ammunition. Don't tear down a Mormon and leave them with nothing to believe in. Focus on Christ, and him crucified.
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When Brother Andrew heard God's call in the mid-1950s, it drew him behind the Iron Curtain in a hair-raising, one-man mission. The bestseller God's Smuggler told of the young Dutch factory worker's incredible efforts to transport Bibles in a Volkswagen across closed borders.
For the Love of My Brothers continues the dramatic story of Brother Andrew's work among the suffering church. In gripping anecdotes he describes visiting house churches in Iran, organizing the smuggling of a million Bibles into China, proclaiming his Christian faith to Latin American Guerrillas, and much more.
Brother Andrew would be the first to say that he is no extraordinary person. For the Love of My Brothers imparts Brother Andrew's spiritual passion in ten simple but powerful principles that will inspire you to hear God's voice, to walk in everyday obedience, and to heed God's call to make a difference in your world.
"I have worked with Brother Andrew and know of his great Christian witness. His book will be an inspiration to all who read it."
Rosalynn Carter
Former First Lady
"While I was a young woman at a university in London, one of the greatest influences in my life was the work of Brother Andrew. Today he continues to be an inspiration to me to keep my vision clear, my heart close to God, and my life focused on the greatest mission of all: communicating the love of God to a hurting world."
Sheila Walsh
Author
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Review.......2004-02-12
Great book in the line of God's Smuggler. Stories of Christians helping the Church in communist and muslem countries.
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