Perspectives on Spirit Baptism presents in counterpoint form the basic common beliefs on spirit baptism which have developed over the course of church history with a view toward determining which is most faithful to Scripture. Each chapter will be written by a prominent person from within each tradition—with specific guidelines dealing with the biblical, historical, and theological issues within each tradition. In addition, each writer will have the opportunity to give a brief response to the other traditions.

Perspectives on Spirit Baptism

Religion & Spirituality

Ralph Del Colle

H. Ray Dunning

Larry Hart

Stanley M. Horton

Walter C. Kaiser, Jr.

Christian Books & Bibles

B&H Academic

Insights from 40 Bible scholars, with in-depth explanations of Scripture, critical analysis of key words and phrases, and outlines for expository preaching. Based on KJV. Cloth with jacket.

Beacon Bible Commentary, Volume 5: Hosea through Malachi (Beacon Commentary)

Reference

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

Beacon Hill Press of Kansas City

A treatise on traditional Wesleyan theology in the light of the current theological milieu. He examines the doctrines of God, humankind, salvation, and sanctification. He also examines the sources of theology as well as the nature and scope of the theological task. Cloth.

Grace, Faith & Holiness: A Wesleyan Systematic Theology

Biographies & Memoirs

A comprehensive collection of Holiness sermon resources. Includes models of prepping Holiness sermons. Each entry contains a contemporary focus and an exegesis of the Scripture passage. Also included are suggestions for application, preaching ideas, and partially developed outlines. Paper.

Biblical Resources For Holiness Preaching, Vol. 1: From Text to Sermon

Neil B. Wiseman

Sequel to the first volume to provide further support on preaching Holiness topics. Contains a contemporary focus of Scripture along with models of the Holiness preaching process. A look at communicating holiness from the inside out. Cloth.

Biblical Resources For Holiness Preaching, Vol. 2: From Text to Sermon

Next to Scripture, the statement of faith most often used to communicate the essence of Christianity is the Apostles’ Creed. Paper.

A Layman's Guide to the Apostles' Creed

This fascinating and thoughtful study of the Book of Hebrews provides an excellent scriptural/text-based resource for devotional reflection and sermon preparation. In the Christology of Hebrews, Dr. H. Ray Dunning captures the major themes and elements of the book and provides daily application for an often difficult and complex book of the Bible. Gain deeper understanding of the spiritual relevance of Christ’s unique place in history and humanity in this truly thoughtful devotional book. Paper.

Superlative Christ: Devotional Studies in Hebrews

Sanctification can only be fully understood when it is fully lived. Dunning calls us beyond formulas to the true proof of the doctrine--our lives. Paper.

A Layman's Guide to Sanctification

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Psychology & Counseling

There are no instant saints.That’s true for everyone. When he said yes to God’s call, he set out on a lifelong path of growth and transformation. Abraham explores the events and circumstances that shaped Abraham’s walk with God. It highlights the tests of faith that matured him into becoming God’s partner in redeeming humanity. From the challenge to turn his back on his past and embrace an unfamiliar future to the astonishing request that he sacrifice his own son, Abraham became a model of enduring and deepening faith. Through his example, we learn How our responses in life contribute to our spiritual growth What it means to partner with God in his redemptive plan What it is like be called a friend of GodRich in devotional and theological insight, this book by H. Ray Dunning is an outstanding retelling of Abraham’s story. It invites us to enter Abraham’s world and learn from him the way to spiritual maturity. And most importantly it reminds us that through our faith in Christ we are all children of Abraham.Dr. Dunning has written a very readable and insightful book, both for the pastor and the layperson, which helps us to understand what it means to be ’growing in grace.’ He uses examples from Abraham’s life, showing how God’s testing of our lives develops our character and moves us toward becoming like Christ. I heartily recommend this book for personal enrichment, small group study and as a resource for preaching.-Dr. C Jeanne Serrão, Dean of the School of Religion and Philosophy, Mount Vernon Nazarene UniversityHere is a biblically centered, theologically sound, and practical book, which in this case take a careful, new look at Abraham’s journey of faith. I comment this book to all who are looking for a firmly Wesleyan study that will challenge the commitment of believers everywhere.-Kevin M. Ulmet, Senior Pastor, Nashville First Church of the

Abraham: The Tests of Faith

On the thirtieth anniversary of the publication of the Church of the Nazarene's seminal systematic theology, Grace, Faith, and Holiness, H. Ray Dunning returns to criticize, improve, and expand on his own words. These 30th Anniversary Annotations demonstrate that Dunning is a lifelong learner who allows himself to be shaped by the Christian thought of those who came after him. He synthesizes old ideas with new in these few short chapters that will delight and edify theologians and scholars in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. Book jacket.

Grace, Faith & Holiness, 30th Anniversary Annotations

The Foundry Publishing

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