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Dear Friend, Dr. A.W.
Tozer writes, “It is important that we get still to wait on
God. And it is best that we get alone, preferably with our
Bible outspread before us. Then, if we will, we may draw
near to God and begin to hear Him speak to us in our hearts.
I think that for the average person the progression will be
something like this: First a sound as of a Presence walking
in the garden. Then a Voice, more intelligible, but still
far from clear. Then the happy moment when the Spirit begins
to illuminate the Scriptures; and that which had only been a
sound, or at best a voice, now becomes an intelligible word;
warm and intimate and clear as the word of a dear friend.
Then will come life and light, and best of all, ability to
see and rest in and embrace Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord
of all” (Taken from
Tozer: Mystery of the Holy Spirit—a Pure
Gold Classic).
Notice the progression outlined here:
- Draw near to God.
- Hear the sound of His presence walking
in the garden.
- Listen for His voice.
- Receive His Word—the word of a dear
friend.
- Appropriate life and light from Jesus
Christ.
- Rest in Jesus Christ, as you embrace Him
as the Lord and Savior of all.
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All too often I do not take time to listen for the Lord’s
voice, as the hymn-writer said, “I come to the garden alone
while the dew is still on the roses; and the voice I hear
falling on my ear, the Son of God discloses; and He walks
with me, and He talks with me, and He tells me I am His own.
And the joy we share as we tarry there, none other has ever
known.”That’s the kind of intimacy we need, especially during these
troubled times. It is why we were created in the first
place: to know God and to enjoy Him forever. “What a Friend
we have in Jesus—all our sins and griefs to bear; what a
privilege to carry everything to God in prayer.”
As we begin this month of March, let’s draw near to God. He
promises to draw near to us if we do, and then, when we
resist the devil, he will flee from us.
New Books Available Now
The following new titles have arrived in our warehouse:
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The Power of God Thinking by Keith C. Powell. (Trade-size
paperback; $14.99; ISBN: 978-0-88270-967-3) God wants to
renew your mind by revealing His thoughts to you. You can
replace negative thinking with God-thinking. This book shows
you how to line up your thoughts with God’s Word.
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Christ Is God’s Everything for You by Harold J. Chadwick.
(Trade-size paperback; $13.99; ISBN: 978-0-88270-029-8) The
Senior Editor of Bridge-Logos Foundation has written a
Christ-centered book that will lead you to have a
Christ-centered life. Learn what Christ is to you and in you
and what you are in Him.
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Rekindle Your Dreams by Trish Porter. (Trade-size
paperback; $12.99; ISBN: 978-0-88270-617-7) You can realize
and achieve your dreams. Olympian Trish Porter certainly
did, and she wants you to dare to dream and make your dream
happen. This book shows you how to make your dreams come
true.
Meet Shawn Myers
 Our in-house publicist, Shawn Myers, has just returned from
Nashville, where she attended the Women in Media and
National Religious Broadcasters conventions.
Shawn was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She is married
to Brian Myers, and they have four teen-aged children:
Matthew, Johnny, Dallas, and Erin. She served Bridge-Logos
at CBA conventions for several years, and in 2008 she became
our full-time publicist. She and her husband have served
local churches as youth leaders and recently accepted
positions as youth pastors at nearby Gulf Hammock Church of
God.
Outgoing and friendly by nature, Shawn loves to interact
with people on a face-to-face basis. When she was in
Nashville, she was greatly encouraged by several influential
Christian women: Kay Arthur, Suellen Roberts, Thelma Wells,
Karol Ladd, Terry Meeuswen, and Vonette Bright. Shawn said
she left there feeling rejuvenated and ready to “take on the
world.”
God bless you, Shawn, as you and your husband embark on an
important ministry to young people. We’re grateful for all
you do for Bridge-Logos Foundation.
Author Accepts Call to Georgia Church
One of our best-selling authors, Kevin Cross, CPA, has
accepted the position of Stewardship Pastor of Fellowship
Bible Church in Roswell, Georgia. May God bless this young
man and his family as he goes forth to serve in this new
capacity.
Kevin is the author of
Building Your Financial Fortress in
52 Days, which reveals an extraordinary biblical approach to money management. This book shows you how to experience
victory over financial problems, leading you to true
financial freedom and peace. (Trade-size paperback; $14.99;
ISBN: 978-0-88270-643-6)
We are releasing a new book by Kevin this spring. It is a
dramatic true crime story that will help you to see and
experience the miracle-working power of God more fully than
ever before. Be watching for the spring release of
Embezzlement by Kevin Cross. It is a book that will deeply
challenge you to become all God wants you to be.
Soon-to-Be-Released Books
Be looking for the following new titles, which will soon be
available at Bridge-Logos Foundation:
I will share more about these exciting titles and the books
we will be releasing this summer in next month’s newsletter.
I know you will find each one to be both thought-provoking
and edifying.Our Weekly Radio Show
“We’re Talking Books” is a weekly broadcast of Bridge-Logos
Foundation. It is my privilege every Thursday afternoon at
2:00 EST to interview our authors and other people who have
an important role to play with regard to Christian
literature. You can listen to the show by going to
www.blogtalkradio.com/bridgelogos.
My guests this month are:
We hope you will tune into these programs, and, by the way,
if you call in during the show, you will receive a free copy
of the author’s book! The number to call is 1-646-378-0089.
Bridge-Logos Authors Featured in Charisma Magazine
Three of our authors are featured prominently in Charisma
and Christian Life this month. In fact, one of them, Kirk
Cameron, is on the front cover of the March issue.
Kirk Cameron and Ray Comfort have done several projects
together, including these Bridge-Logos titles:
There are several photos of Kirk and Ray in this issue. In one of the photos Ray is holding a copy of his
very popular
The Evidence Bible.
We enjoy working with these two sincere and faithful men of God.
May the Lord continue to bless your mighty ministry of
evangelism, Ray and Kirk.Another one of our authors, Peter Tsukahira, has an article
in this month’s Charisma. The article is entitled “Grace Is
Not Cheap.” Peter is the author of
God’s Tsunami, a recently
published Bridge-Logos book, and the pastor of Kehilat
HaCarmel on Mount Carmel in Israel. I encourage you to read
both the article and Peter’s outstanding book.
The Great End-Time Tsunami
In
God’s Tsunami,
Peter Tsukahira says:
“The great end-time tsunami of God’s purposes is more than
worldwide revival. It is the power of God’s presence
sweeping through all the nations in order to fulfill His
purposes, which were set in place before the world was made.
The fulfillment of God’s prophetic plans for Israel and the
nations brings glory to Him among all the peoples of the
world. When the tidal wave of God’s purposes completes its
circling of the globe and reaches its conclusion in Israel,
the whole Earth will see the glory of God.”
Natural tsunamis seem to be occurring very frequently in
recent years. As we all know, just last week a tsunami
triggered by the Chilean earthquake devastated several
villages along Chile’s coastline. I think these natural
events provide us with clear evidence that we are in the end
times. We need to stay alert, be watchful, and tell others
about the Lord Jesus Christ, for He will soon return.
Jesus said, “Surely I come quickly.” Let our response be,
“Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus” (Revelation 22:20-21). |
