Baptism and Fullness

Baptism and Fullness
Author: John Stott
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 155
Release: 2006-11-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0830834028

The Holy Spirit continues to be at work around the world, yet much confusion and controversy remain regarding the Holy Spirit's activity. In this classic study, John Stott provides clear biblical exposition on the promise, the fruit, and the gifts of the Holy Spirit, expanding on the nature of "the baptism of the Spirit" and whether certain spiritual experiences should be normative for all Christians.

Between Two Worlds

Between Two Worlds
Author: John Stott
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2017
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0802875521

First published 1982 in the U.K. by Hodder and Stoughton, London, under the title "I Believe in Preaching."

Perspectives on Spirit Baptism

Perspectives on Spirit Baptism
Author: Chad Brand
Publisher: B&H Publishing Group
Total Pages: 261
Release: 2004-11-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1433670070

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.

Baptism

Baptism
Author: Michael Green
Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2023-09-28
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1467465615

Michael Green offers biblical and ecumenical answers to disputed questions about baptism. The gateway into the church. An individual’s testimony to faith and repentance. The reception of the Holy Spirit. The meaning of baptism varies wildly between different Christian traditions. Seeking common ground, Michael Green turns to Scripture to assess the varieties of baptismal theology. Though Green assents that baptism is no substitute for saving faith, he endorses infant baptism, confronting common objections head-on. He also addresses the related problems of confirmation and rebaptism. Green’s lively and clear argument will challenge and intrigue readers of all denominations.

Keep in Step with the Spirit (second edition)

Keep in Step with the Spirit (second edition)
Author: J I Packer
Publisher: Inter-Varsity Press
Total Pages: 334
Release: 2020-05-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1789740584

Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit (Galatians 5:25). The Holy Spirit empowers us, guides us, and enables us to grow and endure in our relationship with the Father through Jesus Christ. Often the most misunderstood member of the Trinity, the person of the Spirit continues to attract attention today amidst church revivals and renewals. In this new edition of his classic Keep in Step with the Spirit, J. I. Packer seeks to help Christians reaffirm the biblical call to holiness and the Spirit s role in keeping our covenant with God. Packer guides us through the riches and depth of the Spirit s work, assesses versions of holiness and the charismatic life, and shows how Christ must always be at the centre of true Spirit-led ministry. A new chapter explores Christian assurance. With abiding relevance and significance, Keep in Step with the Spirit sets forth vital knowledge for healthy and joyous Christian living, through understanding and experience of God the Holy Spirit. Here is a book for every serious believer to read and re-read.

The Baptism and Gifts of the Spirit

The Baptism and Gifts of the Spirit
Author: David Martyn Lloyd-Jones
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group (MI)
Total Pages: 448
Release: 1996-04-01
Genre: Baptism in the Holy Spirit
ISBN: 9780801011177

The Baptism and Gifts of the Spirit describes a difference between the filling of the Spirit at regeneration and a fuller empowerment by the Spirit. The book talks about promises to the church and individual, and why the believer should seek a fuller experience with God the Spirit's persence.

Balanced Christianity

Balanced Christianity
Author: John Stott
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 99
Release: 2013-11-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0830871918

Christians tend to polarize. Some have an intellectual faith, while others are more emotional. Some focus on structure while others focus on freedom. And some champion evangelism while others advocate for social action. John Stott's classic statement of balanced Christianity shows how we can hold these tensions together in biblical, faithful ways.

Christian Initiation and Baptism in the Holy Spirit

Christian Initiation and Baptism in the Holy Spirit
Author: Kilian McDonnell
Publisher: Liturgical Press
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2017-02-02
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0814683703

Up to now the teaching on baptism in the Holy Spirit has been based on a few scriptural texts, whose interpretation was disputed. This doubt cast its shadow on those who promote baptism in the Holy Spirit. Now new evidence has been found in early post-biblical authors (Tertullian, Hilary of Poitiers, Cyril of Jerusalem, John Chrysostom, Philoxenus, and the Syrians) which demonstrates that what is called baptism in the Holy Spirit was integral to Christian initiation (baptism, confirmation, Eucharist). Because it was part of initiation into the Church, it was not a matter of private piety, but of public worship. Therefore it was and remains normative. This is an intriguing ground-breaking study of value to RCIA teams, pastors, theology teachers and students, and Church offices.

Joy Unspeakable

Joy Unspeakable
Author: Martyn Lloyd-Jones
Publisher: Shaw Books
Total Pages: 283
Release: 2000-03-07
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0877884412

Martyn Lloyd-Jones explores the assertion of John the Baptist that Jeus would baptize with the Holy Spirit. The result is a classic call to submit afresh to the Spirit for power, purity and assurance, while keeping our heads in the face of pitfalls that might distract or ensnare us.--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.