Containing meticulous, up-to-date scholarship yet written in a flowing, enjoyable style, this comprehensive book takes readers on a journey through a breathtaking array of literary texts, encompassing the literature of Israel, early Judaism, the Greco-Roman world, and the New Testament. John R. Levison's skill with ancient texts -- already demonstrated in his acclaimed The Spirit in First-Century Judaism -- is here extended to a myriad of other expressions of the Spirit in antiquity.

A concise, scripturally sound, and practically relevant book for all who are seeking the Baptism of the Holy Spirit or just want more information concerning this Biblical experience.

Tap Into God's Power Source by Welcoming the Holy Spirit into Your Life! Have you ever felt dissatisfied in your Christian walk? Have you felt that your love relationship with Christ hit a plateau and there is no power in your prayers anymore? You can experience a deeper level in the Lord, and see life-changing results by learning how to welcome the Holy Spirit's abiding presence and power into your daily life! Through the power of the Holy Spirit, Joyce Meyer overcame an abusive past. She explains from experience the importance of inviting the Third Person of the Trinity to fill your life. This book is a catalyst for those desiring a more power-filled Christian walk. Let bestselling author Joyce Meyer show you how to be filled with the Spirit and speak in tongues. Enjoy this new walk with the Holy Spirit, the person who wants to be your Counselor, Advocate, Strengthener and Forever-Stand-By Friend.

Life abundant?Jesus promised it and we long for it, yet few Christians seem to have it. Blending lively anecdotes, commentary, and teachings from the Bible, Dr. Charles Stanley introduces you to the Holy Spirit. "A big part of the Spirit-filled life is learning to recognize the fingerprint of the Holy Spirit. Once you know what to look for and once you begin looking for it, you will be amazed at how real the Holy Spirit will become to you. Learning to recognize the Holy Spirit is the first step in learning to live the Spirit-filled life."

This series of time-tested messages teaches the principles of abundant Christian life and ministry. These "back to the basics" resources will guide you and those you disciple toward greater spiritual maturity and fulfillment. The Transferable Concepts help older believers gain a deeper understanding of the fundamentals of the faith and equip new converts with the essentials to live victorious Christian lives.Revised and updated for today's new Christian, this exciting series is based on life-changing biblical truths that can be simply and powerfully communicated from one person to another, generation after generation. This series provides practical ways to apply these truths to your life.

Based on the biblical model for Christianity, Living on the Edge challenges readers to experience Christianity the way God intended and provides an actual profile of a disciple of Jesus Christ that is relational, grace-based, faith-focused, practical, and measureable. A launching pad for a journey toward becoming a Christian who lives like Christ, this book provides questions and resources at the end of each chapter, as well as directions to continue on your journey through an interactive Web site, where the reader will discover clear spiritual pathways and personal coaching to make it over barriers.

The meaning, importance, and biblical origins of being filled with the Spirit. Hayford also examines the instructions Christ gives about the Spirit-filled life.