Fresh Encounter Radio Podcast

••• The Importance of Soul Winning, Segment-E. ••• Bible Study Verses: Luke 14:23, Proverbs 19:17, Luke 22:35, Proverbs 11:30, 1st Corinthians 9:24-27."We need a quickening of faith; faith in the power of the God of Pentecost to convict and convert three thousand in a day. Faith, not in a process of culture by which we hope to train children into a state of salvation, but faith in the mighty God who can quicken a dead soul into life in a moment; faith in moral and spiritual revolution rather than evolution", Pastor A.C. Dixon, 1854-1925 Amzi Clarence Dixon was a well-known pastor, Bible expositor and evangelist, popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. With R.A. Torrey he helped edit the influential journal The Fundamentals which helped give fundamentalist Christianity its name. He was also the brother of the more controversial minister and playwright Thomas Dixon. The consistent theme throughout Dixon's career was a staunch advocacy for Fundamentalist Christianity during that movement's develo

••• The Importance of Soul Winning, Segment-E . ••• Bible Study Verses: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27, Acts 9:1-43, 1 Corinthians 9:16, Ezekiel 3:17-19, Mark 8:1-36, John 3.16, Hebrews 9:1-27 . ••• “Every Christian is either a missionary or an impostor", Pastor Charles Haddon Spurgeon 1834-1892 , An English Baptist pastor and writer. He still remains influential among Christians and still known as the "Prince of Preachers." He was converted to Christ at the age of 16 and immediately began preaching. He preached in the streets and in the fields before he was 21. In his first church, he began with 100 members. It grew until he was preaching to 10,000 people in the Surrey Music Hall. His church, the Metropolitan Tabernacle, seated 6,000 people. He withdrew from every movement among English Baptists which tended to criticize the Authorized Version 1611 in any way. Before his death, he published more than 2,000 sermons and 49 volumes of commentaries, sayings, anecdotes, illustrations, & devotions. † •••

••• The Importance of Soul Winning, Segment-D. ••• Bible Study Verses: Luke 12:11, Luke 18.11, Proverbs 3:35, Proverbs 11:30, Daniel 12:3, Romans 5.10 . ••• “ Our Lord said, "Follow me, & I will make you fishers of men." It is evident, then, that a true disciple is a soul-winner. It is possible to sit on the shore discussing the signs of the times when we ought to be driven by the signs of the times to launch out into the deep & let down our nets for a draught", Dr. Vance Havner, 1901-1986, Started preaching at 14 & didn't stop 'til he went to glory! In addition to preaching in many of USA’s most influential churches, Dr. Havner was a highly sought speaker for conferences at places like Moody Bible Institute. He frequently spoke at both state & national meetings of the SBC. He delivered chapel messages & baccalaureate sermons at colleges such as the Citadel, Columbia International U, Liberty U, SEB Seminary & Garner-Webb College. His ministry is a testimony to

••• The Importance of Soul Winning, Segment-C . ••• Bible Study Verses: John 1.45-46, Mark 5.1-19, John 3.16, Mark 16.15-17, Luke 15.7, Daniel 12:3, Matthew 4:18-19, Luke 11:21 . ••• “The same Jesus Who turned water into wine can transform your home, your life, your family, and your future. He is still in the miracle-working business, and His business is the business of transformation", Pastor Adrian Rogers, 1931-2005, Born in West Palm Beach, Florida, & decided to enter into the Christian ministry at the age of 19. He graduated from Stetson University, Deland, Florida. Rogers was ordained by Northwood Baptist Church (now known as The Village Baptist Church) in West Palm Beach. In 1972, he became the senior pastor of Bellevue Baptist in Memphis, TN, till his passing. His church's membership grew from 9k to 27k, & moved into a new, megachurch facility. Rogers was instrumental in the SBC's shift towards the right that began in the late 1970s, as he was elected president of the denominatio

••• The Importance of Soul Winning, Segment-B . ••• Bible Study Verses: Proverbs 21:1, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Acts 16:1-10, Acts 10:9-48, Matthew 9:36-9:38, Acts 19:11-20, Matthew 15:14, Acts 20:26-33, 1 Corinthians 9:16-17 . PART-2a VERSES: Matthew 9:35-38, Ezekiel 18:4, 1 Timothy 2.4, 1 John 5:19, Romans 1:21, Luke 11:21-22, Psalms 127:1, John 6:44, John 16:8, Ephesians 6:12. PART-1 VERSES: Luke 22.35, Matthew 19.29, Exodus 23.25, Segment A Verses: Matthew 6.25-34, Romans 8, John 4.1-42 . ••• “The Church is the Body of Christ, and the Spirit is the Spirit of Christ. He fills the Body, directs its movements, controls its members, inspires its wisdom, supplies it's strength. He guides into truth, sanctifies its agents, and empowers for witnessing. The Spirit has never abdicated His authority nor relegated His power", Pastor Samuel Chadwick, 1840-1932.† ••• “Brethren, my heart's desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved” Romans 10:1, KJV . ••• What are 4-method

••• The Importance of Soul Winning, Segment-A . ••• Bible Study Verses: Matthew 9:35-38, Ezekiel 18:4, 1 Timothy 2.4, 1 John 5:19, Romans 1:21, Luke 11:21-22, Psalms 127:1, John 6:44, John 16:8, Ephesians 6:12 . PART-1 VERSESLuke 22.35, Matthew 19.29, Exodus 23.25, Segment A Verses: Matthew 6.25-34, Romans 8, John 4.1-42 . ••• “I have but one passion - it is He, it is He alone. The world is the field and the field is the world; and henceforth that country shall be my home where I can be most used in winning souls for Christ”, Count Nikolaus Ludwig von Zinzendorf, Born 1700, Dresden, Saxony [Germany]—died May 9, 1760, Herrnhut) was a German religious leader and reformer known for his role in the Moravian Church and his pioneering work in Christian missions. He emphasized community in Christianity and was instrumental in sending missionaries around the world, including to the Americas and the West Indies. In about 1727, he was part of the spiritual renewal that was birth out of a small village an

••• Kingdom Advancement Principles, Segment-B . ••• Bible Study Verses: Luke 10.1-2, Ephesians 1.15-19, Isaiah 45.19, Haggai 1.3-10, Deuteronomy 28.1, John 15.2, Matthew 25.14-30, Luke 22.35, Matthew 19.29, Exodus 23.25, Segment A Verses: Matthew 6.25-34, Romans 8, John 4.1-42 . ••• “And let me tell you, the more labour you have put forth for the Kingdom of heaven, the more degrees of glory you shall have. As there are degrees of torment in hell, so of glory in heaven (Matthew 23:14). As one star differeth from another in glory, so shall one saint (1 Corinthians 15:41). Though every vessel of mercy shall be full, yet one may hold more than another”, Thomas Watson, 1620-1686, educated at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, where he was noted for remarkably intense study. In 1646 he commenced a sixteen year pastorate at St. Stephen's, Walbrook. He showed strong Presbyterian views during the civil war. He obtained great fame and popularity as a preacher until the Restoration, when he was ejected for nonconfor

••• Kingdom Advancement Principles, Segment-A .  ••• Bible Study Verses: Matthew 6.25-34, Romans 8, John 4.1-42 . ••• “Spiritual advancement is measured by faithful obedience”, Watchman Nee (Chinese: 倪柝聲; pinyin: Ní Tuòshēng; Foochow Romanized: Ngà̤ Táuk-sĭng; 1903–1972), A Chinese Christian author & church leader during the early 20th Century. Nee founded the "Local churches." He became a Christian in 1920 at age 17 & began writing in the same year. In 1921, he met the British missionary Miss M. E. Barber, who was a great influence and introduced him to many of the Christian writings which were to have a profound influence on him & his teachings. Nee attended no seminaries. His knowledge was acquired through studying the Bible & reading various Christian spiritual books. During his 30 years of ministry, beginning in 1922, Nee traveled throughout China planting churches among the rural communities & holding Christian conferences & trainings in Shanghai. In 1952 the commu

••• The Blessings Of Understanding .••• Bible Study Verses: Acts 16.27-34, Psalm 119:18, Genesis 13:14-15, Proverbs 4.7, 1 Chronicles 12.32, Proverbs 21.16, Ephesians 4.18, Romans 1.21-22, Proverbs 2.6, James 1.5-6, Proverbs 17.3 . ••• ••• “A man of great memory without learning hath a rock and a spindle and no staff to spin”, George Herbert 1593-1633, A Welsh poet, orator & priest. Being born into an artistic & wealthy family, he received a good education which led to his holding prominent positions at Cambridge University & Parliament. As a student at Trinity College, Cambridge, England, George Herbert excelled in languages & music. He went to college with the intention of becoming a priest, but his scholarship attracted the attention of King James I. Herbert served in parliament for two years. After the death of King James & at the urging of a friend, Herbert's interest in ordained ministry was renewed. In 1630, in his late thirties he gave up his secular ambitions & took holy order

••• Diligently Learning The Word . ••• Bible Study Verses: John 11.21-35, Luke 19.41-42, Matthew 13.18-23, 1 Corinthians 2:9, Acts 16.27-34 . ••• “A man of great memory without learning hath a rock and a spindle and no staff to spin”, George Herbert 1593-1633, A Welsh poet, orator & priest. Being born into an artistic & wealthy family, he received a good education which led to his holding prominent positions at Cambridge University & Parliament. As a student at Trinity College, Cambridge, England, George Herbert excelled in languages & music. He went to college with the intention of becoming a priest, but his scholarship attracted the attention of King James I. Herbert served in parliament for two years. After the death of King James & at the urging of a friend, Herbert's interest in ordained ministry was renewed. In 1630, in his late thirties he gave up his secular ambitions & took holy orders in the Church of England, spending the rest of his life as a rector of the little

••• The Dangers of Pride, Part-2 of 2 . ••• Bible Study Verses: Proverbs 6.16-19, Ezekiel 28:11-19, Philippians 2:5-11, Isiah 14:12-15. Bonus Verses: 1Pet2:9, Rm13:7, Col3:23, Pr18:12, Pr19:23, Pr15:25, Pr4:23, Jm4:6-7. ••• “For pride is spiritual cancer: it eats up the very possibility of love, or contentment, or even common sense...the Christians are right: it is pride which has been the chief cause of misery in every nation and every family since the world began” C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity. † ••• “Sin came through the pride of Lucifer and salvation came through the humility of Jesus”, Zac Poonen †††••• “Pride springs from desire. Man aspires to obtain a place for himself that he may feel honoured before men. He loves to hear praising voices and considers them just and true. He also attempts to elevate himself in his work, whether in preaching or in writing, for his secret self motive goads him on. In a word, this one has not yet died to his desire of vainglory. He is still seeking what he desires and wh

••• The Dangers of Pride . ••• Bible Study Verses: Proverbs 6:16-19, Isaiah 14:12-15, Matthew 6:1-2, Colossians 3:23, James 4:6-7, Jeremiah 17.9, Psalm 139.23-24 . ••• “For pride is spiritual cancer: it eats up the very possibility of love, or contentment, or even common sense...the Christians are right: it is pride which has been the chief cause of misery in every nation and every family since the world began” C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity † ••• “Pride, perceiving humility honorable, often borrows her cloak”, Thomas Fuller, 1608-1661, Thomas Fuller was an brilliant English churchman and historian. He is now remembered for his writings, particularly his Worthies of England, published after his death. He was a prolific author, and one of the first English writers able to live by his pen. †† ••• “Jesus Christ is a God whom we approach without pride, and before whom we humble ourselves without despair" Blaze Pascal . ††••• "Knowing God without knowing our own wretchedness makes for pride. Knowing our own wr

Dealing With Anger & Bitterness••• Bible Study Verses: Genesis 34, Genesis 49:5-7, Ephesians 4.26, Hebrews, 12:14-15, Proverbs 19:11 . ••• “The pleasure of anger - the gnawing attraction which makes one return again and again to its theme - lies, I believe, in the fact that one feels entirely righteous when one is angry. Then the other person is pure black, and you are pure white”. CS Lewis, "The Problem of Pain" † ••• "Do not say, 'I cannot help having a bad temper." Friend, you must help it. Pray to God to help you overcome it at once, for either you must kill it, or it will kill you. You cannot carry a bad temper into heaven' ", Charles Spurgeon † ••• “...beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God. Therefore lay aside all filthiness and overflow of wickedness, and receive with meekness the implanted word...” James 1.19+ NKJV . ••• What is this thing called anger? ••• What are the 2-ty

••• The Battle Over Unforgiveness ••• Bible Study Verses: Proverbs 23:7, Isaiah 48:18, Hebrews 12:14-16, Genesis 24-27:41 . ••• “He who has not forgiven an enemy has never yet tasted one of the most sublime enjoyments of life. Love may forgive all infirmities and love still in spite of them: but Love cannot cease to will their removal”, CS Lewis, "The Problem of Pain" † ••• “I wish, brothers and sisters, that we could all imitate "the pearl oyster"--A hurtful particle intrudes itself into its shell, and this vexes and grieves it. It cannot reject the evil, but what does it do but "cover" it with a precious substance extracted out of its own life, by which it turns the intruder into a pearl! Oh, that we could do so with the provocations we receive from our fellow Christians, so that pearls of patience, gentleness, and forgiveness might be bred within us by that which otherwise would have harmed us”, Charles ‘the "Prince of Preachers’ Spurgeon, 1834-1892 . †† ••• “When boiled down to its ess

••• Overcoming Insecurities ••• Bible Study Verses: 1 Sam 17-18-8, Genesis 3.1-13, 1 John 2.15-17, Revelation 4:11, Ecclesiastes 12.13, Ecclesiastes 4.9, Jeremiah 17.7 . ••• "Begin to rejoice in the Lord, and your bones will flourish like an herb, and your cheeks will glow with the bloom of health and freshness. Worry, fear, distrust, care-all are poisonous! Joy is balm and healing, and if you will but rejoice, God will give power" A.B. Simpson, 1843-1919 † ••• “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand” Isaiah 41:10 NKJV . ••• What is insecurity? ••• What type of warfare did David use to defeat a giant? ••• What relationship did the witch of Endor have with King Saul? ••• How does one’s view of God affect one’s security? ••• What changed Adam and Eve’s view of God? ••• What were the 5-negative consequences of Saul’s insecurity? ••• Insecurity comes fr

••• The Spirits of Fear••• Bible Study Verses: Genesis 3:1-24, Proverbs 23:7, Roman 8:15, 2Timothy 1:7, Proverbs 1:7, Proverbs 10:27, Proverbs 16:6, Proverbs 22:4, Proverbs 29:25, Matthew 10:28, Matthew 6:34.••• “In one way we think a great deal too much of the atomic bomb. “How are we to live in an atomic age?” I am tempted to reply: “Why, as you would have lived in the sixteenth century when the plague visited London almost every year, or as you would have lived in a Viking age when raiders from Scandinavia might land and cut your throat any night; or indeed, as you are already living in an age of cancer, an age of syphilis, an age of paralysis, an age of air raids, an age of railway accidents, an age of motor accidents. In other words, do not let us begin by exaggerating the novelty of our situation. Believe me, dear sir or madam, you and all whom you love were already sentenced to death before the atomic bomb was invented: and quite a high percentage of us were going to die in unpleasant ways. We had, ind

••• Overcoming Stress, Ep368 .••• Bible Study Verses: 1 Kings 19.1-18, Psalm 23, John 6.35, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Psalms 118:5-6 . ••• “To be a true minister to men is always to accept new happiness and new distress. The man who gives himself to other men can never be a wholly sad man; but no more can he be a man of unclouded gladness. To him shall come with every deeper consecration a before untasted joy, but in the same cup shall be mixed a sorrow that it was beyond his power to feel before”, Phillips Brooks, 1835-1893, The Influence of Jesus, H.R. Allenson, 1875, pg191. † ••• “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” Philippians 4.6-7, NKJV .••• What are 5-reasons why Elijah got so stress out that he wanted God to take his life? ••• Why did Elijah run from Jezebel?••• How did Elijah get from being the bold and con

••• Living A Balanced Life, Ep367 .••• Bible Study Verses: Psalm 61:1-4, Jeremiah 8:22, Proverbs 23:7, Proverbs 4:23, Proverbs 22:28, Luke 10.38-42 . ••• “An exquisite watch went irregularly, though no defect could be discovered in it. At last it was found that the balance wheel had been near a magnet; and here was all the mischief. If the soundest mind be magnetized by any predilection, it must act irregularly”, Richard Cecil, 1748-1777 . † ••• “Then the apostles gathered to Jesus and told Him all things, both what they had done and what they had taught. And He said to them, “Come aside by yourselves to a deserted place and rest a while” For there were many coming and going, and they did not even have time to eat. So they departed to a deserted place in the boat by themselves” Mark 6.3-32 NKJV .••• Why is suicide amongst 5-year olds to 17-years olds the highest it’s ever been in such an affluent society? ••• What are 4-reasons why is the state of your heart is so important in your life?••• What is the battle

••• Winning The Battle For & Of The Minds And Hearts of Men, Ep 366 .••• Bible Study Verses: Proverbs 4:23, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Prov. 23:7, Matt. 22:37, John 14.1, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5, 1 Peter 1: 13-16, Romans 12:1-2, James 4:8, 1 Chron. 28:9, Phil. 2: 5-10, Psalm 119:97-99, John 10:17, Hebrews 5:8 . ••• “All the great temptations appear first in the region of the mind and can be fought and conquered there. We have been given the power to close the door of the mind. We can lose this power through disuse or increase it by use, by the daily discipline of the inner man in things which seem small and by reliance upon the word of the Spirit of truth. It is God that worketh in you, both to will and to do of His good pleasure. It is as though He said, 'Learn to live in your will, not in your feelings” Amy Wilson Carmichael, 1867-1951.†••• “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your MIND, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and a

••• Deciding On Your Level of Supernatural Empowerment••• Bible Study Verses: Luke 24.44-49, Acts 1.8, Acts 2.1-4, Acts 2.41-43, Isaiah 40.31, John 7.38, Zechariah 10.1, Acts 8.39, Matthew 28.18 ••• “Furthermore, through the believer's spirit the Holy Spirit is able to impart God's life to thirsty and dying men. However, this filling of the Holy Spirit differs from the baptism with the Holy Spirit, because the latter is for the purpose of service while the former solves the problem of life (naturally it will affect service too)”, Watchman Nee, 1903-1972, A Chinese Christian author & church leader during the early 20th Century. Nee founded the "Local churches." He became a Christian in 1920 at age 17 & began writing in the same year. In 1921, he met the British missionary Miss M. E. Barber, who was a great influence and introduced him to many of the Christian writings which were to have a profound influence on him & his teachings. Nee attended no seminaries. His knowledge was acquired through study