Category Archives: sanctification

Serve the Lord with Gladness

Posted on March 9, 2017 by

We are called to serve the Lord with glad and sincere hearts, this calling is not the result of some legalistic obligation but a heartfelt response to God’s grace. It is not surprising therefore that we find the Lord Jesus … Continue reading →

Posted in faith, gifts of the Holy Spirit., grace, Jesus Christ, love, sanctification, Spiritual gifts, Spiritual Warfare., Theology, Word of God | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

From Purity to Power: A study in the development of the doctrine of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit

Posted on August 22, 2013 by

                                     INTRODUCTION This dissertation is looking at the development of the doctrine of the baptism with the Holy Spirit in nineteenth century America.  It will be confined to looking at the change of emphasis from purity to power … Continue reading →

Posted in Arminian, Baptism of the Holy Spirit, body of Christ, Charismatic, Christian Perfection, filled with the Spirit, Holy Spirit, Mahan, Phoebe Palmer, Power, Purity, sanctification, Seymour, Spiritual gifts, THE CHURCH, Wesley, Wesleyan | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

How Inclusive is the Gospel?

Posted on May 23, 2013 by

Inclusiveness is emphasised as part of political correctness, all sorts of documents claim that one must be inclusive. Recently various Christian speakers and authors have been claiming that because the gospel is inclusive at its heart this can justify behaviour … Continue reading →

Posted in Church, culture, faith, God, God's love, grace, holiness, Jesus Christ, love, morality, New Testament, relationships, Repent, repentance, sanctification, THE CHURCH, Theology | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Generous Saviour, giver of good gifts: A reflection for Pentecost

Posted on May 16, 2013 by

So often when we think of God we come to him as though he was mean and tight fisted, but the Scripture paints a very different picture it shows us a God of grace and love. In this post I … Continue reading →

Posted in Anointing, Apostolic church, body of Christ, Charismatic, Church, faith, Faithfulness, filled with the Spirit, gifts of the Holy Spirit., God, God's love, grace, holiness, Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ, love, loving, Repent, repentance, Revival, sanctification, sin, Spiritual gifts, THE CHURCH, Theology | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

A Pentecostal Communion Service.

Posted on May 16, 2013 by

A Prayer Lord Jesus we joyfully come to you our Saviour knowing that you alone have paid the price for sin, we thank you for the finished work of atonement. We thank you for your love and grace that is … Continue reading →

Posted in Charismatic, Church, faith, filled with the Spirit, gifts of the Holy Spirit., grace, Holy communion, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Jesus Christ, love, Pentecostal, Power, sanctification, Spiritual gifts, THE CHURCH, the Lord's Supper, Theology, Word of God | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Is Grace Triumphant in the Theology of J I Packer?

Posted on September 18, 2012 by

Introduction. In this essay I will examine J I Packer’s teaching on holiness giving special attention to his view of the role of man and of the grace of God. This will be examined against the background of his Reformed … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Perfection, faith, holiness, J I Packer, sanctification, Wesley, Wesleyan | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment