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The Varieties of Religious Experience by William James

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The Varieties of Religious Experience

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William James

A philosophical and psychological account of religious tolerance and social cohesion, written for years, The Varieties of Religious Experience by William James is a lifelong pursuit of the examination of a study in human nature. This book is a collection of 20 lectures. These lectures focused on the essence of religion and, in James’ opinion, the academic study of religion’s neglect of science. When it was first published in June 1902, The Varieties of Religious Experience became an instant bestseller. It claims that individual religious experiences, rather than the beliefs of organized religions, form the backbone of religious life, reflecting the pluralistic views of a psychologist turned philosopher William James. Conversion, repentance, mysticism, and the hope of reward versus the fear of punishment in the afterlife are all discussed by James.

The Man of God by Octavius Winslow

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The Man of God

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Octavius Winslow

What is the depth of God’s love for us?

The book The Man of God written by Octavius Winslow gives us clearer idea of God’s immeasurable love. Winslow indicates that the religion of Jesus is the only one that guarantees the future and reveals what that future will be. This prospect is a part of Christian hope that stems from faith in Christ that, though death severs for a time the ties that bind loved and precious ones who go to be with Jesus, the Lord will bring them all back into the good land, the celestial Canaan, where the fruit, the flower, and the sunshine are eternal, and the parting is no more. Winslow also indicates in this book the blessing of God’s grace and mercy through forgiveness.

Life Story of C.I. Scofield by Charles Trumbull

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Life Story of C.I. Scofield

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Charles Trumbull

The boy’s father and mother were true Christians, Old-fashioned believers. His father read the Bible to him and encouraged him to read it for himself. The father was not instructed in the full range of Biblical truth, but he lived very much in the Book of Psalms and loved David greatly. And the boy read his Bible lessons, like any other boy in a respectable Chris tian family; but he did not dream that the Bible was a book to be studied like other books, and he gave it little attention. Yet what a preparation he was getting, all unconsciously, in mental habits of thoroughness and of verification and of the first-hand study, all of which make for scholarship, for the producing, years later, of the Reference Bible

Doctrine of Revelation by AW Pink

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Doctrine of Revelation

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AW Pink

The vast majority in the English-speaking world are totally ignorant of the contents of the Bible, know not that it is a Divine revelation, yea, question whether there be any God at all. Yet modern skepticism is rarely candid, but is rather a refuge in which multitudes are sheltering from an accusing conscience. With such we are not here concerned, for where a prejudiced mind and a caviling spirit obtain, argument is useless; and we can but leave them unto the sovereign mercy of the Lord.”

Doctrine of God by Louis Berkhof

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Doctrine of God

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Louis Berkhof

Different systems have different approaches to understanding things. Some begin from top to bottom, some from bottom to top. Some had the big picture first before breaking it down into pieces, while others started with the parts first and then proceeded to the big picture. Some begin with the end in mind, but some move in a random manner. So when it comes to knowing God, what could be the best approach or method to do so? This book is written from an evangelical and Reformed perspective. It has been proven ideal for Bible study because it was organized and subdivided methodically. If you are looking for a work to deepen your understanding of God and His Revelation systematically, you should read this book.

Spiritual Growth by A.W. Pink

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Spiritual Growth

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Charles Spurgeon

Arthur Walkington Pink was an English Christian evangelist and biblical scholar who was known for his staunchly Calvinist and Puritan-like teachings in an era dominated by opposing theological traditions. Pink was one of the most influential evangelical authors in the second half of the twentieth century. ‘The name which is usually given to our subject by Christian writers is that of “Growth in Grace” which is a scriptural expression, being found 2 Peter 3:18. But it appears to us that, strictly speaking, growing in grace has reference to but a single aspect or branch of our theme: “that your love may abound yet more and more” (Phil. 1:9) treats of another aspect, and “your faith groweth exceedingly” (2 Thess. 1:3), with yet another. It seems then that “spiritual growth” is a more comprehensive and inclusive term and more accurately covers that most important and desirable attainment: “may grow up into him in all things, which is the Head, even Christ” (Eph. 4:15).”

Screwtape Letters – CS Lewis

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ScrewTape Letters

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CS Lewis

The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis is a classic masterpiece of religious satire that entertains readers with its portrayal of human life and failings from the vantage point of Screwtape, a highly placed assistant to “Our Father Below.” The Screwtape Letters is a Christian apologetic novel by C. S. Lewis and dedicated to J. R. R. Tolkien. It is written in a satirical, epistolary style and while it is fictional in format, the plot and characters are used to address Christian theological issues, primarily those to do with temptation and resistance to it. .

Profiting From the Word by AW Pink

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Profiting From the Word

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AW Pink

Enriched with gems from Calvinist and Puritan beliefs and teachings, Profiting from the Word is a book of every curious soul who wondered how much can they gain from reading the Bible on a personal level and those who are working on building their ladder of faith a bit higher. One of the most influential and prominent writers in the second half of the twentieth century, AW Pink was a Christian Evangelist and biblical scholar known for opposing theosophical traditions. It is a little yet great book that uplifts the soul of its reader while also challenging them to profit from the Word of God in a manner that is not only academic but thinks on an intellectual level. Forever changing your quiet times, this book emphasizes observation, contemplation and obedience, and giving the reader a chance to feel what it’s like to be changed by the Word of God.

Missionary Methods by Roland Allen

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Missionary Methods

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Roland Allen

Missionary Methods by Roland Allen is for missionaries who are seeking for guides in discipleship inspired by the works of St. Paul. Allen studies St. Paul’s missionary practices and relates them to contemporary missionary efforts and church planting. For church leaders, missionaries, church planters, and indeed any Christian, this is an enlightening and challenging book. Allen provides numerous insights about Paul’s ministry that will elicit thought. He also points out what he considers to be flaws in present missionary practices and makes recommendations for how to begin ministry and mission.
This book was written with the purpose of helping mission field workers not to rely on their own strategy and to realize that the work they do is not for them, but for the glory of God, and to serve the people.

Exposition of the Lords Prayer by Thomas Hooker

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Exposition of the Lords Prayer

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Thomas Hooker

A famous leader who founded the colony of Connecticut, Thomas Hooker was an outstanding speaker and a voice of universal Christian suffrage. Being an important figure in the early development and one of the greatest preachers, this is a scarce antiquarian book that is culturally important and classic Christian literature. The book investigates and provides a perfect pattern of prayer that is a reflection of God’s will with a tone that is full and comprehensive, guarantees satisfaction, motivation and inspiration for its reader by delving into expositions of the Lord’s prayer. The book is a well-needed reminder of the Lord’s mercy and the connection prayer establishes with God so that the man can repent. It is a reminder of half sentences and broken speeches that the Lord interprets and regards. It is a reminder of the truth of a soul that is faithful and willing to pass by many failings.