Gifts And Ministries Of The Holy Spirit [Paperback]

SUMRALL LESTER (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1993

The gifts and ministries of the Holy Spirit function with greatest accuracy through people who understand them. This book defines the gifts and reveals their operations in the body of Christ today. Discover how you can operate in these gifts and be included in the great outpouring of Gods Spirit.

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From the Back Cover

You Can Have Power of The Holy SpiritThe gifts of the Spirit can destroy any force the devil might use against Christians. You are a candidate for the gifts of revelation, power, and inspiration. They will function anywhere-- right where you are now!Dr. Sumrall discusses subjects including: *The Charismatic renewal*The Wepaons of our Warfare*How you can receive the gifts*The devil's counterfeit*The purpose of ministry gifts

About the Author

Lester Sumrall (1913-1996), world-renowned pastor and evangelist entered full-time service for God after experiencing what he recalls as the most dramatic and significant thing that ever happened to him. At the age of 17, as he lay on a deathbed suffering from tuberculosis, he received a vision: suspended in midair to the right of his bed was a casket; on his left was a large open Bible. He heard these words: "Lester, which of these will you choose tonight?" He made his decision: he would preach the Gospel as long as he lived. When he awoke the next morning, he was completely healed. Dr. Sumrall ministered in more than 110 countries, including Soviet Siberia, Russia, Tibet, and China. He established Feed the Hungry in 1987. In addition, he wrote over 130 books. His evangelistic association (LeSEA), headquartered in South Bend, Indiana, is still actively spreading God's Word. Dr. Sumrall's goal was to win 1,000,000 souls for the kingdom of God, and the ministry continues this vision. LeSEA ministry includes such outreaches as the World Harvest Bible College, radio and television stations, a teaching tape ministry, and numerous publications.

Product Details

• Paperback: 266 pages
• Publisher: Whitaker House (April 1, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0883682362
• ISBN-13: 978-0883682364
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #400,581 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It's a good practical book to inform and stir your interest, February 19, 2002

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RJAY - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gifts And Ministries Of The Holy Spirit (Paperback)

This book is a good primer on the Holy Spirit and the gifts. I don't believe that the author intended to be deep, but I believe that he wanted to pen a book that was assessible to most readers. There are those who would argue that the author assumes a Pentecostal stance, but he does have the right to write about the gifts based on his experience as long as he doesn't violate Scripture. He does not. He speaks about the gifts of the Spirit operating in his own life and also relates the gifts to what is reflected in the lives of biblical characters. Once again, this book is not meant to be a deep theological tome. They do exist. For those readers seeking greater depth and scholarship, I would suggest looking at The Holy Spirit and Spiritual Gifts: In the New Testatment Chuch and Today by Max Turner. Other authors to consider are Gorodn D. Fee, Richard Hays, and Craig Blomberg.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a MUST!, October 13, 1999

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Britian Henry - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gifts And Ministries Of The Holy Spirit (Paperback)

I haven't even finished the book and I love it! Dr. Sumrall does a great job defining the gifts, their purposes, and examples on how they're used! This book is a must for Holy Ghost Christians who are seeking spiritual gifts. You've got to buy it!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great foundational book, February 10, 2009

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Robert D. Newton (Louisville, KY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Gifts And Ministries Of The Holy Spirit (Paperback)

We are using the book at our church. This book does not go deep but I believe that the intention of this book is to provide a foundation of the 9 spiritual gifts that are in operation.

The spiritual gifts are used in conjunction of the Holy Spirit to do what God wants to do in our lives. The book explains the functions and definitions of each gift.