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Title:** Devotional Notes through the Book of Philemon **Description:** In "Devotional Notes through the Book of Philemon," author Marvin McKenzie takes you on a profound journey through the often-overlooked Epistle to Philemon, unveiling rich spiritual insights and practical wisdom. In this short but impactful letter, the Apostle Paul writes to Philemon, addressing themes of faith, forgiveness, and Christian relationships within the context of a specific situation. Marvin McKenzie skillfully unpacks the timeless teachings found in this letter, revealing their relevance for modern believers...

I am excited! There are few subjects that get debated as often as does that of repentance. Christians, even those who claim to be of like faith and practice (I mean independent, fundamental Baptists) split hairs and churches over it. The word repentance, in one form or the other, is found one hundred twelve times in the Bible. That’s plenty of material to discover what God has to say on the subject. This book is an attempt to do just that. If you are looking for me to give you all the answers on the doctrine of repentance, I am afraid you will be disappointed. I have my opinions, ...

The Radiance of Redemption: A Study of Light in the Old and New Testaments is a comprehensive and illuminating exploration of the recurring theme of light throughout the Bible. From the first mention of light in the opening verses of Genesis to the final description of the New Jerusalem in Revelation, this study examines the ways in which light is used to convey important theological concepts to readers. Through a deep dive into key passages and stories, author and theologian Dr. John Smith sheds light on the biblical symbolism of light, exploring how it represents everything from truth to ...

His Name is Jesus Whatever the problem, the answer is Jesus Christ • The answer is not a church program • The answer is not a new movement • The answer is not political revival • The answer is not a new and better economy The answer is Jesus Christ. Find fresh insights about Jesus Christ Discover in Jesus truths about God and how He changes life. Find applications for personal victory Regardless of the situation, Jesus Christ provides hope and help. Discover the difference Jesus Christ makes in life. While the Protestant’s rally cry was Sola Scriptura, the Baptist rallied mostly ...

A Parent’s Faith How Moses’ Parents Walked by Faith Learn how to Defend and protect your children This world is not an easy place to raise children for the Lord. Our kids need protection. Develop and nurture our children God gives us the wonderful responsibility to raise our children in the nurture and the admonition of the Lord. Discharge and release our children to the Lord’s care Parenting may be the toughest test of our faith. Especially when God tells us to let go. About The Author Marvin McKenzie was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and became a believer at the age of ...

Right around that time, the news agencies began reporting about the Chinese coronavirus. I did not give it much more than a passing thought. I was aware of it but that was about it. February, we had a very difficult experience in our church, one of just two like it in the years of my ministry. A man in the church rose up against my family. We’ve had people grow upset and leave. It has only been twice that someone has chosen to stay and fight us. I accepted that as an answer to my prayer for breaking.March began our Faith Promise missions emphasis. I remember the second week. I picked up ...

I became a believer in the late 1970’s. It was a time when Christians spoke a great deal about prophetical subjects. There was a sense of urgency among Christians. We believed Jesus could come again at any moment. We spoke about it. We talked to unsaved people about it. We used songs, books and visuals to strike up those conversations to tell others about Jesus and to encourage them to be saved. We believed it to be a blessed hope. We prayed for it and, though I do not believe a lot of us were any more spiritual than most of us are today, the subject of Jesus’ coming again was on our ...

Simple guides for personal and family devotions.

"Scout's Farm Adventures: A Heartwarming Tale of Friendship and Discovery" Embark on a captivating journey with Scout the mini horse and his delightful crew of farm animal friends! In "Scout's Farm Adventures," readers of all ages are invited to join Scout, Clover, Daisy, Oliver, Oscar, the Feathered Four, Tilly, and Cola as they navigate the twists and turns of life on the farm. As the sun rises over the rolling hills, Scout and his friends come to life with their individual talents and unique personalities. From the playful antics of Clover and Daisy to the mischievous escapades of Oliver...

2020 came and I began to pray for reviving. I can’t say I know why, but I began waking up around midnight each night to pray that God would give us “a little reviving.” One night, around the middle of January, I said to God in one of those midnight prayer meetings, “Whatever you need to break in us that we might see a little reviving, I give you permission.” Wow, I could have never guessed how God would answer that! 2020 has provided us, not only with the normal things everyone has been dealing with such as: COVID-19, assembly restrictions, economic troubles, and a massive shift ...

The Story of Liberty A Biblical study of the history and heart of human liberty Learn when and where men first yearned to be free. Discover the Biblical roots of the heart for liberty. Gain insights into the American Revolutionary War Discover comparisons between the Revolutionary War and events which are recorded in the pages of the Word of God. Find applications for personal liberty This book seeks to learn from the Bible and history and make personal applications any Christian may use in daily Christian living. Discover limitations to liberty Liberty is sometimes best surrendered. ...

After the Apostle's scathing rebuke to the church in his first letter, Paul was relieved to hear that they had responded well. They had repented. They had corrected their errors. They had received his message as it truly was, from God. They had, but not all. There remained in the church a segment who challenged Paul's authority as an apostle. 2 Corinthians is a celebration of the victories an instruction on giving and a confrontation with the Judaizers. The message is as relevant today as it was two thousand years ago.

I first began the series of messages that make up this book in the early 1990's. Our church's Bible Institute was doing very well but I had difficulty finding the types of materials I wanted to teach our students. There were Bible survey books available to be sure. None were the sort I was looking for, something that would give a survey rather than a lot of detail, and something that would be devotional at the same time. It was during those days I began preparing and preaching these messages. It is my prayer that the form and style of the book will be inspirational and helpful to you and ...

In 1984 my little family, consisting of myself and my wife, who was pregnant with our firstborn son, moved to Astoria Oregon. I had heard of two families in the city who were praying for someone to come plant a New Testament Baptist Church. The evening we arrived in town, I met two others. While all four families would have said they were independent, fundamental Baptists, they were as different as night and day. One of those families in particular held to doctrinal positions that were strange to me and the rest of us. They derived those doctrines, to a large extent, from some typology out ...

Born out of more than two years study, the material here presented was originally given as a series of lessons for the author's adult Sunday school class. The reader will find here seventy four chapters covering each of the major portions of every chapter of the gospel according to John. Pastor Marvin McKenzie has forty years of pastoral ministry. This study will provide deep understanding of the book of John. At the same time the student of the Bible will find the lessons simple and devotional in style. Pastor McKenzie uses a strong outline style that helps the reader to follow through the...

How To Help Your Marriage The Wisdom of the Song of Solomon for Couples Who Want the Best in Their Relationship Someone once said that marriage can either be the closet thing to heaven on this earth; or the closet thing to hell. Marriage is wonderful, magical and marvelous. But marriages must be worked at. They must be nurtured and grown in order for them to flourish for a lifetime. This book uses the Song of Solomon as a self-help tool to put marriage where it ought to be. Learn from Solomon, the wisest man to have ever lived, what to do and what not to do to make your marriage heavenly. ...

Building Up YourselvesHow To Maintain a Faithful Walk with God? Consistent, regular, daily visits with God are key to growing in the faith. This book offers suggestions to maintain that faithfulness. How To Connect a Walk With God to Ministry to OthersChristianity cannot be lived in isolation. This book offers ideas to turn the Christian walk into a ministry to others. How to Grow in Thankfulness to God and ManThis book gives suggestions for recognizing the ministries of the Lord and others on our behalf. All Scripture is from the King James Version of the Bible. About The Author Marvin ...

This is a chapter by chapter study of the book of Genesis. Each chapter was prepared originally as a message delivered to the congreghation I am privileded to pastor. The work is devotional in nature. Every chapter is covered with some covered more thoroughly than others.

Some years ago I engaged in a series of messages on the prayers of the Apostles. These men had requested of Christ that He teach them to pray. And He answered their prayer. It seemed to me that much could be learned by considering the recorded prayers of the Apostles in the New Testament. The series was a blessing to me and I created a graphic from the outline of the series as a whole. That graphic has been a prayer tool of mine for years. I am now able to release the message notes in this book format. May the Lord bless us all as we press ourselves to pray as the Lord taught His disciples ...

The Gospel According to Mark is the shortest of the four Gospels, and some believe it may have been written as a sort of “tract” meant to be read by a fast moving and “on the go” type of people.[1] It was, of course, written by Mark, or sometimes called John Mark in the Bible. Mark’s readership is a Roman person. His life is busy and fast paced He is always on the move and traveling He doesn’t have a lot of time for incidentals So Mark cuts right to the chase. Again a quote, “The abruptness with which he announces his subject, and the energetic brevity with which, passing by ...