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What My Husband's Book Means to Me
The Building of A Church
Excerpt from Books Foreword
In The Building of A Church, my husband gives a behind the scenes glimpse into his life that few see. As private as he is, I know he would not have done this had not the Holy Spirit lead him in The Building of A Church this direction.
I may sound biased when I say this, but in spite of my husbands’ many accomplishments; I believe he remains one of the most down to earth persons that you will ever meet.
We have been together for almost 25 years, so I say this with insight built from our two decades plus together.
Building a church is not an easy task.
In fact, it is a lifelong commitment. While serving in the Navy, James often worked twelve to fifteen hours a day. Then on Wednesday’s and Friday’s he would drive about thirty miles to our church in Formia, Italy.
Once there he spent three to six hours ministering, teaching and preaching.
Having kept this exacting routine for the past 5 years, I wanted him to relax and enjoy some of the things he never had time to do before his retirement.
He however chose to spend this extra time with me, the children and of course in service to the Lord. I cannot fault him. This is precisely what the Lord called him to do. My responsibility is to love him, support him, and be the most faithful and understanding helpmate that I can.
With churches springing up all over the land, you may wonder if the end time revival Joel prophesied about in Chapters 2 and 3 of his book has begun. I believe revival has begun but not necessarily in the way you might think.
Yes, the Lord is definitely pouring out His Spirit, and yes, many souls are coming to the Lord, yet we also are witnessing the beginning of the great “falling away” Paul recorded in his letter to the Thessalonian church.
Although this in no way suggests that the enemy will stop,
hinder, or delay the plans of God, it does indicate that the Rapture of the Church is imminent!
Remember this; the enemy always works hardest counterfeiting the things of God when his time is short.
James and I have been involved in some form of ministry for the past 20 years (e.g., prayer groups, Bible studies, Youth ministry, taught Sunday school, served as Associate Pastor and even held church services in our home).
With so many prerequisites, I now understand how the Lord was graciously laying a foundation for the work we are doing today.
As you read this book, I ask that you remember two things: first, only Jesus Christ can build His church in your life. And, second, please realize your place in this eternal work.
Far too many people are doing things, trying things, and pursuing things that the Lord never told them to do for you to repeat their errors.
Pilgrim Outreach Ministris
Excerpt from Books Foreword
In The Building of A Church, my husband gives a behind the scenes glimpse into his life that few see. As private as he is, I know he would not have done this had not the Holy Spirit lead him in The Building of A Church this direction.
I may sound biased when I say this, but in spite of my husbands’ many accomplishments; I believe he remains one of the most down to earth persons that you will ever meet.
We have been together for almost 25 years, so I say this with insight built from our two decades plus together.
Building a church is not an easy task.
In fact, it is a lifelong commitment. While serving in the Navy, James often worked twelve to fifteen hours a day. Then on Wednesday’s and Friday’s he would drive about thirty miles to our church in Formia, Italy.
Once there he spent three to six hours ministering, teaching and preaching.
Having kept this exacting routine for the past 5 years, I wanted him to relax and enjoy some of the things he never had time to do before his retirement.
He however chose to spend this extra time with me, the children and of course in service to the Lord. I cannot fault him. This is precisely what the Lord called him to do. My responsibility is to love him, support him, and be the most faithful and understanding helpmate that I can.
With churches springing up all over the land, you may wonder if the end time revival Joel prophesied about in Chapters 2 and 3 of his book has begun. I believe revival has begun but not necessarily in the way you might think.
Yes, the Lord is definitely pouring out His Spirit, and yes, many souls are coming to the Lord, yet we also are witnessing the beginning of the great “falling away” Paul recorded in his letter to the Thessalonian church.
Although this in no way suggests that the enemy will stop,
hinder, or delay the plans of God, it does indicate that the Rapture of the Church is imminent!
Remember this; the enemy always works hardest counterfeiting the things of God when his time is short.
James and I have been involved in some form of ministry for the past 20 years (e.g., prayer groups, Bible studies, Youth ministry, taught Sunday school, served as Associate Pastor and even held church services in our home).
With so many prerequisites, I now understand how the Lord was graciously laying a foundation for the work we are doing today.
As you read this book, I ask that you remember two things: first, only Jesus Christ can build His church in your life. And, second, please realize your place in this eternal work.
Far too many people are doing things, trying things, and pursuing things that the Lord never told them to do for you to repeat their errors.
Pilgrim Outreach Ministris
