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Female Apostles by Joseph Prude

Posted on 09/11/2013 by Theresa Harvard Johnson

Book Reviewed by Theresa Harvard Johnson
Book Written by Apostle Joseph L. Prude

Go ahead! Type this question into any search engine: “Can a woman be an apostle?” Before your finger lifts from the right-click-button-of-your-mouse, the web page before you will be filled with articles, bible studies, forums and sermons exceeding 20 pages deep that not only discuss this issue; but enter into the age-old debate concerning whether women should be in leadership among the congregation.

The good news is that statistics show that attitudes toward women in ministry are changing at a steady pace. Barna Group reports that between 1999 and 2009, the number of female pastors in Protestant churches doubled. (Review the findings here.) For clarity, the term “Protestant” simply refers to any denomination of the Christian faith that is separated from the Roman Catholic Church – particularly as it relates to the universal authority of the Pope. The report also states that:

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BOOK REVIEW: An Audience of One

Posted on 09/10/201305/24/2024 by Theresa Harvard Johnson

Book Reviewed by Theresa Harvard Johnson
Author Nabiyah Baht Yehuda Mattocks

Over the past decade, prophetic dance has reached amazing heights in the midst of worship and the arts in some congregations. Yet, statistics from Faith Communities Today and other church data finding agencies report that interactive or contemporary worship – especially through drama and dance – make up less than one percent of main stream worship services across the nation. This isn’t that hard to believe when you consider that the largest religious groups in the United States remain among the oldest, and longest standing Christian organizations in the country – many of whom still retain some very conservative positions on expressive liturgy.

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Walking In “Apostolic Grace” (2)

Posted on 09/04/2013 by Theresa Harvard Johnson

INTRODUCTION

Over the past couple of years, I’ve experienced a strong Holy Spirit led transformation in my heart. I’ve learned to walk in a level of forgiveness and love for others that quite honestly I never thought possible. I’ve learned to recognize the dust-shaking-moments that used to cause me such frustration and with Holy Spirit’s discernment; I even learned to put the enemy under my feet quickly and seek God alone for the healing of my soul.

I’ve grown to understand the importance of godly boundaries and the fall-out from boundary breaking. I didn’t know until this last season in my life, that I could look at those I once regarded as enemies to my soul; and experience nothing but true forgiveness, love and compassion toward them. Have I arrived completely in this area? Absolutely not. But I can tell you this, I am nowhere near where I used to be; I am at peace with where I am, and I am excited about what God is doing in my heart right now.

I am walking the intricate paths of not only receiving Father’s apostolic grace, but learning to extend it. I want to share a part of my journey with you.

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Walking In “Apostolic Grace”

Posted on 09/04/2013 by Theresa Harvard Johnson

INTRODUCTION

Over the past couple of years, I’ve experienced a strong Holy Spirit led transformation in my heart. I’ve learned to walk in a level of forgiveness and love for others that quite honestly I never thought possible. I’ve learned to recognize the dust-shaking-moments that used to cause me such frustration and with Holy Spirit’s discernment; I even learned to put the enemy under my feet quickly and seek God alone for the healing of my soul.

I’ve grown to understand the importance of godly boundaries and the fall-out from boundary breaking. I didn’t know until this last season in my life, that I could look at those I once regarded as enemies to my soul; and experience nothing but true forgiveness, love and compassion toward them. Have I arrived completely in this area? Absolutely not. But I can tell you this, I am nowhere near where I used to be; I am at peace with where I am, and I am excited about what God is doing in my heart right now.

I am walking the intricate paths of not only receiving Father’s apostolic grace, but learning to extend it. I want to share a part of my journey with you.

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Overcoming Discouragement with “SURE” Hope (2)

Posted on 08/30/2013 by Theresa Harvard Johnson

Psalm 46:1 CJB, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”

This morning I awoke in intercession for scribes. I saw, heard and felt the depth of discouragement raging over many of them as they were pummeled into hopelessness. As I prayed, I could see hosts of angels dispatched to war on their behalf. It was such a battle because the discouragement was intense. It was then that I heard the voice of the Lord shout: “Arise! Arise! I am with you! I am with you! I have come to renew your SURE HOPE!”

As I sit here now, I am reminded of the days I have spent in discouragement concerning my own scribal ministry. I wasn’t gazing on the past; rather, I was remembering just how far God has brought me. For several seasons, I was on a rollercoaster. It was as if I would take one step forward and be pushed five steps back within myself. I often wondered if God was truly with me — that’s just how bad those setbacks were. Then, just before I was ready to throw in the towel and give up on this “scribal thing” God would make it known that he was “my refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”

And I was in trouble — at risk of losing my SURE HOPE.

(I strongly encourage you to read this uplifting article, “I Declare That Your Name Is Joseph!”)

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