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The booklets featured below are some of our recent publications. All literature may be read online or sent by request. Click Literature above to see more selections.
Our Hope of Glory
"Christ in you, the hope of glory." (Colossians 1:27)
These words capture the heart of the Christian life: Christ formed within us, maturing us as sons and daughters of God.
In this collection of writings spanning more than forty years, David Sheats explores the foundations of our faith and the path toward spiritual maturity. From hearing God and embracing the gospel, to walking in truth, fellowship, and obedience, each chapter offers practical guidance for building a strong foundation in Christ.
But the journey does not stop with personal growth. Sheats turns to the challenges of life together in the body of Christ--relationships, discipleship, leadership, marriage, and the mission of the church in the world. Written not as theology for the classroom, but as lessons forged through real-life experience, "Our Hope of Glory" invites believers back to Scripture and to dependence on the Holy Spirit for understanding and application.
For those just beginning with God, and for seasoned believers longing to go deeper, these pages provide encouragement, vision, and direction for a life lived in God's presence and for His eternal glory.
Did You Receive When You Believed?
The baptism in the Holy Spirit is God's provision for bringing believers into the reality of His indwelling presence. It is through the Holy Spirit that the work accomplished by Christ at Calvary becomes a living reality within us, enabling true fellowship with God and grace to live the Christian life. A common assumption in Christianity is that every believer automatically receives the Holy Spirit at the moment of conversion. This message challenges that assumption and encourages a fresh look at what the Scriptures actually teach concerning receiving the Holy Spirit. It also addresses the evidence of the Spirit's presence, common hindrances to receiving, and the necessity of continuing to walk in the Spirit. [Read Full Article]
Women's Silence in the Church
The question of women speaking in the church has generated much discussion and controversy among Christians. This message examines God's design for men and women beginning in Genesis and traces that design through the New Testament. God's order is not based on superiority or inferiority, but on His purpose and design. Particular emphasis is placed on the relationship between Christ and His church, the order established by God in creation, and the spiritual principles of authority, submission, and service. As each member functions according to God's design, the church is strengthened, Christ is honored, and God's glory is more fully revealed. [Read Full Article]