To every preacher, wisdom gives the command, "A window shalt thou make in the ark." You may build up explanations and yet leave your hearers in the dark as to your meaning; but a thoroughly suitable metaphor will Wonderfully clear the sense.
By Manna Seminary Doctorate Division“The righteous…shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon” (Psalm 92:12).
1. Life begins when we meet Jesus (See 1 John 5:12 and John 14:6).
2. We are righteous because of Jesus in us, not because of what we do. (See 2 Cor. 5:21).
3. Living things are made to grow.
4. God says those who are alive and righteous shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.
The cedars of Lebanon often stood 100 feet tall. And historians say that 100 soldiers and their horses could fi nd shelter under the broad limbs of just one of these trees. Wow! Stretch up to God, and then spread out to share the blessings with others. That’s the message. And that’s the
Christian life. Honor God. Receive from God. Then share what He gives you with others. GROW like a cedar of Lebanon! This course can help you do just that!
How on earth can I be spiritual? This is the heart cry of millions of Christians. To will is present, but how to perform is as elusive as steam in the air. In these chapters are the sane, sensible, scriptural truths of the Spirit-filled life and power for any individual, whether or not the churches and nations experience it. May God grant that these truths bring to your life that excitement and enthusiasm for God that is the normal, genuine Christian life.
Ministerial Burnout is prevalent in the Church today. Remember. God can not guide those He can not govern. Will you “burn-out” or “wash-out”? Will you be another casualty of those “giving-up” and “burning-out” in the ministry? Be determined to be the servant who will “live-out” God’s fullest potential for your life.
The Manna Doctorate Program continues the Manna Seminary philosophy of staying Bible based but emphasizes ministry leadership. The Doctorate program emphasizes quality Christian leadership at all levels of the ministry. It takes an in-depth look at the lives of great leaders of the past. It promotes the highest level of ministry in the church with advanced courses in heeding, leading, and feeding the flock.