The  digital copies  of this book are available for  free  at First Fruit’s website.  place.asburyseminary.edu/firstfruits     A WORKMAN THAT NEEDETH NOT TO BE ASHAMED  These chapters comprise the Freitas Lectures given by the author at Asbury Theological Seminary, Wilmore, Kentucky, during the fall of 1956.  Building upon the exhortation of the Apostle Paul to Timothy, his "son" in the Christian ministry—"Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed" (II Timothy 2:15)—the author speaks out of his own experience as a pastor to those who are ministers or who are preparing themselves for the Christian ministry.  It is the author's conviction that in an age when society, in general, with its galaxy of problems and its multiplicity of needs demands skillful leaders and skilled workers, even more does the Christian Society require at its head and at its heart "workmen that need not to be ashamed." An irreverent, self-seeking society has caused the church to answer for enough indictments; let not the church itself add to this list by failing to provide for itself capable and consecrated "workmen." The contemporary age demands the church at its best. If the church is to be at its best, then those who lead and serve it must be "workmen who need not to be ashamed."  The aim of the book is utterly pragmatic. The author endeavors to point out some of the practical methods by which a minister may be "a workman that needeth not to be ashamed." After an opening chapter on "The Distinctiveness of the Minister's Task," the author proceeds to discuss such practical matters as the minister's care of the church, the continuing preparations of the minister, the minister's spiritual leadership of his people, the minister and Healing, and the minister in his relationship to the world.  ---  CONTENTS Ch. 1 A Workman That Needeth Not to be Ashamed Ch. 2 Not Ashamed—Because of the Distinctiveness of His Task Ch. 3 Not Ashamed—In His Continuing Preparations Ch. 4 Not Ashamed—In His Care of the Church Ch. 5 Not Ashamed—In His spiritual Leadership of His Peopl Ch. 6 Not Ashamed—In His Ministry of Healing Ch. 7 Not Ashamed—In His Relation to the World

A Workman That Needeth Not to be Ashamed

Stanger, Frank Bateman

Religion & Spirituality

Asbury Theological Seminary

The  digital copies  of this book are available for  free  at First Fruit’s website.  place.asburyseminary.edu/firstfruits    INTRODUCTION  It is with real pleasure that I commend this volume, "The Power That Prevails," by Rev. J. C. McPheeters, D. D., Pastor of Glide Memorial Methodist Church, San Francisco, Calif., to the reading public, and especially to those who rec- ognize the leadership of the Holy Spirit in true evangelism, the salvation of sinne'rs and the sanctification of believers.  The Scriptures have spoken very plainly on the importance, in fact, the absolute necessity, of holiness, that we may enter into eternal rest at the conclusion of our life in the body in this world.  The Scriptures not only proclaim the divine requirement of a full deliverance from sin, but they make abundant provision in Jesus Christ for our full salvation. and declare that, "He is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we can ask or think."  This is a wonderful promise and, no doubt true, that we never have nor ever shall be able to grasp the power of our Lord Jesus to deliver from sin, and to keep those who commit themselves to Him.  Nothing can be more important than a Church in the world which is a real Bride of Christ, separate from sin, cleansed by the blood of our gracious Redeemer and filled with the Holy Spirit.  Dr. McPheeters has rendered a splendid ser- vice in writing this book on so vital and important a subject. We trust it may have a wide reading, and feel sure that it shall prove beneficial "to those who thoughtfully and prayerfully peruse its pages.   Faithfully yours, H. C. Morrison  ---  CONTENTS The Upper Room Emphasis of the First Century Church Full Salvation The Way of God More Perfect “That Which is Lacking”  “A Cloud of Witnesses”  A Further “Cloud of Witnesses”  The Upper Room in a Lower Room The Test of Reality A Sound Psychological Basis Holiness Terms Defined Recapturing a Lost Heritage A Little Leaven, Leavening the Lump Obtainable in This Life Side-Stepping the Issue Consecrated and Cleansed The Heart Cry for the Power That Prevails The Weight Laid Aside Barren Churches Crucified With Christ Some Objections Hoe to Enter In A Great Missionary Enters In The Victory of Perpetual Conquest

The Power that Prevails

McPheeters, J. C.

Religious Studies

The  digital copies  of this book are available for  free  at First Fruit’s website.  place.asburyseminary.edu/firstfruits    AURTHOR’S PREFACE It is a difficult task: to write a book, and still more difficult to write one that the public will care to read. The book that can get by the cold-blooded scrutiny of an unsympathetic public in these days of much book-making, must possess merit beyond the realm of the mediocre. This merit must be either a superfine production of English, so that the finish and technic of the quill will shine out on the pages blameless; a literary production, such as the critics will be forced to say that a. real contribution has been made to the literature of the times: or merit must be found elsewhere. The other content a book may possess, whereby it is possible to break in, and break through-is the Message. If a book comes with a message, filled with" human appeal," striking the heartstrings with such fervor and zeal, that an echo will touch the souls of others; if the writer of a book is fortunate enough to make such a discovery in the message that message will cover up a multitude of literary sins. Impelled by this latter hope, that in helping others to our own view-point of a life--a life that has wrought in righteousness and truth-we venture before the public once more. The theme of this book is to the writer an untried field; it is not without some misgivings that we undertake the task. In this, however, we find a still stronger motive---giving strength and courage to the endeavor: it is a labor of love. Then, the journey which we shall ask our readers to take with us--beginning with barefooted obscurity, and ending upon a nation-wide and world-wide forum-shall be more of pleasure than of toil. We believe the only biography that should be imposed upon a long-suffering public is of one whose life has made its impress upon the world sufficiently to make history. A biography that has to be created by literary genuflections is not worth the labor either to write, or afterwards-to read; but the life that has projected itself into the thought, aspirations, and ideals of an indifferent world-forcing attention in the face of almost insurmountable obstacles: the biographer in such cases has only to record what has been done. He is a chronicler, rather than an author. We feel that in the subject of this sketch all the specifications of what ought to appear in a biography have been met. We have known Dr. H. C. Morrison almost intimately for twenty-five years, and our friendship, love, and appreciation have grown with the passing decades. We beg of the reader such an interest in the theme as will help them to overlook the weaknesses and limitations in the preparation. May the recital of the dramatic scenes in the life of this faithful servant of God bring, in some measure, such blessings as his living ministry has been to the multitudes who have been thrilled and lifted heavenward by his message of tongue and pen, is the prayer of the author.  C. F. W. Glasgow, Ky.  ---  CONTENTS Nature’s Environments The Dynamics of Blood Little “Bud”  The Boy Conversion—The New Life The Intervening Years The Circuit Rider Pastoral Sketches Vanderbilt University and Else His Pentecost A New Call and New Vision Tears and Triumphs The Preacher The Orator The Evangelist The Editor The Author The World Tour of Evangelism The College President What He Could Have Been Life’s Balance Sheet—Not Closed An Appreciation By Ulysses Grant Foote, D.D.  Other Appreciations The Christ of the Gospel Commencement sermon preached by Dr. H. C. Morrison, Asbury College.

A Biographical Sketch of Henry Clay Morrison, D.D. The Man and His Ministry

WImberly, C.F.

The  digital copies  of this book are available for  free  at First Fruit’s website.  place.asburyseminary.edu/firstfruits    The Third in a Series of "Occasional Bibliographic Papers of the B. L. Fisher Library"   PREFACE  This third monograph in the series, "Occasional Bibliographic Papers of the B. L. Fisher Library" follows Donald W. Dayton's THE AMERICAN HOLINESS MOVEMENT: A BIBLIOGRA- PHIC INTRODUCTION and David W. Faupel's THE PENTECOSTAL MOVEMENT, A BIBLIOGRAPH- ICAL ESSAY, at the suggestion of Dr. Melvin Dieter. I wish to express appreciation to Dr. Susan A. Schultz, Director of the B. L. Fisher Library of Asbury Theological Seminary, for her patient encouragement throughout the du- ration of the project and for her critical evaluation of the manuscript. A special debt of gratitude is owed to the persons who in responding to the first draft of this essay saved me from a multitude of errors and provided suggestions from the areas of their expertise: Dr. James Hamilton, Asbury College, has a prodigious knowledge of nineteenth century America and England; Dr. Melvin Director of Wesleyan Educational Institutions, and Mr. Donald W. Dayton, Director of Mellander Library and Assistant Professor of Theology at North Park Theological Seminary, are thoroughly aware of the literature and history of the European "Higher Life" Movements and the American Holiness Movement; Mr. David W. Faupel, Assistant Professor of Bibliography and Research at Asbury Theological Seminary has special expertise with regard to the literature of Pentecostalism and has continually provided insights and encouragement during the evolution of this essay; Dr. J. Edwin Orr graciously pro- vided suggestions incorporated herein. I alone accept responsibility for any errors which may remain, and would appreciate information on any inaccuracy discovered by the readers. I am also grateful for access to several excellent collections and to the unfailing generosity and kind helpfulness of librarians and their staff assistants: Garrett-Evangelical Seminary; Moody Bible Institute; The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary; The Regenstein Library; The University of Chicago; and especially the B. L. Fisher Library, As- bury Theological Seminary. Access to the personal collections of Dr. James Hamilton and Mr. Donald W. Dayton provided materials which filled serious lacunae in my research. Finally, I wish to express my sincere thanks to Mrs. Joan Smith, Mrs. Wendy Ferns and Mrs. Kris Cryderman who cheerfully and accurately typed from manuscripts that were usually difficult, to Mrs. Gilbert (Esther) James who with patient persistence edited the text and verified bibliographic entries, and to Mrs. Linda Gates who prepared the final copy for printing. One further word of explanation is due. For historic purposes the publication dates for titles listed are the earliest that could be established, and for brevity's sake, normally, only one publisher is cited. Many of these titles were published on both sides of the Atlantic; many reprints were issued. Please consult both the U. S. and British BOOKS-IN- PRINT for current publication data. David D. Bundy  Instructor in Greek  Asbury Theological Seminary ---  CONTENTS Preface Introduction and Definition History and Influence of Keswick Literature of Keswick Index

Keswick: A Bibliographic Introduction to the Higher Life Movement

Bundy, David

The  digital copies  of this book are available for  free  at First Fruit’s website.  place.asburyseminary.edu/firstfruits    CONTENTS I. Religious Beginnings in Kentucky II. Enter Methodism III. Coming of the Missionaries IV. From 1787 to 1790 V. The First Conference VI. From 1791 to 1793 VII. From 1793 to 1796 VIII. From 1796 to 1800 IX. Summary of the Work Prior to 1800 X. The Great Revival XI. New Denominations XII. From 1800 to 1804 XIII. From 1804 to 1808 XIV. From 1808 to 1812 XV. A Review XVI. From 1812 to 1816 XVII. From 1816 to 1820

A History of Methodism in Kentucky Vol. 1 From 1783 to 1820

History

Arnold, William Erastus

World

The digital copies of this book are available for free at First Fruit's website. place.asburyseminary.edu/firstfruits FORWARD In my observation of conditions in our country, I have become fully persuaded that the Five Great Needs in order to the preservation of our homes, the spirituality of the Church, in its mission of evangelization of mankind, the building of character, enforcement of law, and the development of an intelligent, righteous and progressive civilization are: First, good family government, with discipline and guidance, which produces obedience among children. Second, the by the Holy Spirit of the individual in the early morning of life. Third, that Christian Education which prepares one for the duties of life, and produces intelligent, citizenship. Fourth, industry, beginning in early youth, that will take the place of the advantages of the city gymnasium; hoe-handle exercises that will make one healthy, industrious, guarding against wastefulness and producing a spirit of economy. Fifth, the prompt enforcement of law, so that those who are criminally inclined will be deterred, realizing that if they do violate the law they will be promptly and severely punished.Leaving out the items mentioned above, or anyone of them, we break the strong, golden chain that would bind our civilization together for the very best there is for the times in which we are living, and the future history of our country. I am hoping this booklet will have a wide circulation and thoughtful reading. Respectfully H. C. Morrison --- CONTENTS 1. The Hickory Limb 2. The Mourner's Bench 3. The Book 4. The Hoe 5. The Policeman's Billy

Five Great Needs

Morrison, Henry Clay

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PREFACE It is scarcely worth while to say to the reader that in this booklet on "The Baptism with the Holy Ghost," I have not attempted anything exhaustive, but have tried to set forth an important Bible truth in a plain, simple way. I have often wished for a booklet on this subject so cheap that the poor could buy it, so small that ~he busy could read it, and so plain that those of the most ordinary learning and intelligence could understand it. I have preached the truth herein contained to many thousands of people, and God has graciously put the seal of His approval on the Word in the conversion of a multitude of sinners, and the sanctification of many believers. I send it out with the prayer that God may make it a blessing to many, and with the request that those who read it with profit will pass it on to others. Your brother, H. C. MORRISON - - - CHAPTERS: Stating the Case When Obtained Who it is For Who are Eligible What He Does His Indwelling Experiences

Baptism with the Holy Ghost

The  digital copies  of this book are available for  free  at First Fruit’s website. place.asburyseminary.edu/firstfruit   PREFACE.  The matter contained in this booklet has been largely delivered in some ad- dresses from the Chapel platform of Asbury College.  Some of this matter has been used in several sermons at camp meetings and other religious gatherings. A good many friends, as well as myself, feel that the contents of this booklet may be of special value at this time.   I grieve over the loss of any man's I believe those men, college professors, preachers, students and all men and women who are departing from the faith, who are speaking lightly of the written Word of God, and the Son of God, have gone into a fearful apostasy. I have no faith in the faith of those whose faith does not embrace the Lord Jesus as God manifest in the flesh and dying on the Cross for the free and full redemption of all those who come to God by Him.  Let those who read the contents of this booklet pass it on to others.  If the blessing of God may attend it and it may be used to prevent the apostasy of some precious soul, I shall be thankful.   ---  Alternate Title: The Recrucifixion of the Lord Jesus

Crossing the Dead Line

Christian Books & Bibles

Ministry & Evangelism

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A Commentary on St. Paul's Epistle to the Romans

Helm, Benjamin

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FORWARD 
In the Religious Trends of Today, we find receding tides and lowering storm clouds heralding their angry threats of destruction with their forked lightning and deafening claps of thunder. But we also find the incoming tides and rents in the clouds through which shines the Day Star of hope for a confused and troubled world in its mad rush toward chaos and ruin. 
While the hands on the clock of human progress are threatened to be turned back- ward for a thousand years, it is encouraging to know that there is a "balm in gilead" and that there is a "physician" whose healing touch is sufficient for such a perplexed and baffled world as we confront today. 
Amid all of the shifting and changing scenes of time which have brought us to our modern world, Jesus Christ has lost none of the efficacy of His saving power. The Religious Trends of Today reveal the fact that the gospel of Christ still remains "the power of God unto salvation unto everyone that believeth." 
 J. C. McPheeters San Francisco, California --- CONTENTS 1. Persecutions 2. Atheism 3. Communism 4. Receding Tides 5. Pacifism -- Capitalism 6. Vexing Problems 7. Meeting the World Crisis 8. Evangelism

Religious Trends of Today

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