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| Recommended Reading List
In addition to The Holy Bible, following is a Recommended Reading List of books suggested by Bishop F. Josephus Johnson, II and the Beth-El Leadership. Some of the books are covered in the Johnson Leadership Institute classes, during The House of the Lord® Staff Meetings, or are used as prerequisites for Ministers and Deacons training. We trust these resources will cultivate your spiritual growth and relationships, enhance your walk with the Lord, and strengthen your ability to lead your church.
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Biblical Culture, Circum-Mediterranean Culture and Cultural Anthropology
Divorce and Remarriage in the Bible, by David Instone-Brewer
Introducing the Cultural Context of the Old Testament, by Dr. John J. Pilch
Manners & Customs in the Bible: An Illustrated Guide to Daily Life in Bible Times, by Victor H. Matthews
Slaves, Women & Homosexuals: Exploring the Hermeneutics of Cultural Analysis, by William J. Webb
Social-Science Commentary on the Letters of Paul, by Dr. Bruce Malina and Dr. John J. Pilch
Stephen: Paul and the Hellenist Israelites (Paul’s Social Network-Brothers and Sisters in Faith Series), by Dr. John J. Pilch
The Cultural Dictionary of the Bible, by John J. Pilch
The New Testament World: Insights from Cultural Anthropology - 3rd Edition, by Bruce J. Malina
Timothy: Paul's Closest Associate (Paul's Social Network-Brothers and Sisters in Faith Series), by Dr. Bruce Malina
Windows on the World of Jesus: Time Travel to Ancient Judea, by Dr. Bruce J. Malina
Biblical Worldview, City Transformation, Creation/Ancient Cosmology, Marketplace Ministry, and Missions
Assumptions That Affect Our Lives: How Worldviews Determine Values that Influence Behavior and Shape Culture, by Christian Overman
City Impact: How to Unify, Empower and Mobilize God’s People to Transform Their Communities, by Daniel Bernard
God's Pleasure at Work: Bridging the Sacred-Secular Divide by Dr. Chrisitan Overman
Let the Nations Be Glad! The Supremacy of God in Missions, by John Piper
Outliers: The Story of Success, by Malcolm Gladwell
The Lost World of Genesis One: Ancient Cosmology and the Origins Debate, by John H. Walton
Bishop Joey Johnson’s Books
Eight Ministries of the Holy Spirit: From Denomination to Reformation: An Introduction to Biblecostalism,™ by Bishop F. Josephus Johnson, II
Eight Ministries of the Holy Spirit Study Guide: From Denomination to Reformation: An Introduction to Biblecostalism,™ by Bishop F. Josephus Johnson, II
God is Greater Than . . . Family Mess, by Bishop F. Josephus Johnson, II
Church Health, Church Leadership and Church Development
Aqua Church: Essential Leadership Arts for Piloting Your Church in Today’s Fluid Culture, by Leonard Sweet
A Shepherd's Look at Psalm 23 by Phillip Keller
Breakout Churches: Discover How to Make the Leap, by Thom S. Rainer
Deacons and the Church: Making Connections Between Old and New, by John N. Collins
No Boundaries to Compassion? An Exploration of Women, Gender and Diakonia, by Myra Blyth and Wendy S. Robin
The 3 Colors of Ministry: A Trinitarian Approach to Identifying and Developing Spiritual Gifts, by Christian A. Schwarz
The ABCs of Natural Church Development, by Christian A. Schwarz
The Emotionally Healthy Church: A Strategy for Discipleship That Actually Changes Lives, by Peter Scazzero
The Emotionally Healthy Church Workbook: 8 Studies for Groups or Individuals, Peter Scazzero
The Word & Power Church, by Doug Banister
Grief and Grieving Losses
Moving On: Dump Your Relationship Baggage and Make Room for the Love of Your Life, by Russell Friedman and John W. James
When Children Grieve: For Adults to Help Children Deal with Death, Divorce, Pet Loss, Moving, and Other Losses, by John W. James, Russell Friedman, and Dr. Leslie Matthews
The Grief Recovery Handbook: The Action Program For Moving Beyond Death, Divorce, and Other Losses, by John W. James and Russell Friedman
Health, Healthy Living, Balanced Living, Dieting, and Eating Well
Margin: Restoring Emotion, Physical, Financial, and Time Reserves to Overloaded Lives, by Dr. Richard A. Swenson
Restoring Margin to Overloaded Lives: A Workbook Based on Margin and The Overload Syndrome, by Richard A. Swenson
The Abs Diet: The Six-Week Plan to Flatten You Stomach and Keep You Lean for Life, by David Zinczenko
The Abs Diet for Women: The Six-Week Plan to Flatten You Stomach and Keep You Lean for Life, by David Zinczenko
The HeartMath Solution by Doc Childre and Howard Martin
The Overload Syndrome: Learning to Live Within Your Limits, by Richard A. Swenson, M.D.
What Would Jesus Eat? The Ultimate Program For Eating Well, Feeling Great, and Living Longer, by Don Colbert, M.D.
What Would Jesus Eat Cookbook, by Don Colbert, M.D.
Leadership, Personal Growth, Relationships, and Transformation
Hard Optimism: How to Succeed in a World Where Positive Wins, by Price Pritchett
His Needs Her Needs: Building an Affair-Proof Marriage, by Willard F. Harley, Jr.
Ladder Focus: Creating, Sustaining, and Enlarging Your Big Picture, by Dr. Samuel R. Chand
Ladder Shifts: New Realities, Rapid Change, Your Destiny, by Dr. Samuel R. Chand
Our Iceberg Is Melting: Changing and Succeeding Under Any Conditions, by John Kotter
The 360° Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization, by Dr. John C. Maxwell
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change, by Stephen R. Covey
The 8th Habit: From Effectiveness to Greatness, by Stephen R. Covey
The Anointing: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, by R. T. Kendall
The Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: Unleash a Revolution in Your Life in Christ, by Peter Scazzero
The Emotionally Healthy Spirituality Workbook: Unleash a Revolution in Your Life in Christ, by Peter Scazzero
The Power of the Call, by Henry T. Blackaby and Henry Brandt
What’s Shakin’ Your Ladder? 15 Challenges All Leaders Face, by Dr. Samuel R. Chand
Who Moved Your Ladder? Your Next Bold Move, by Dr. Samuel R. Chand
Who’s Holding Your Ladder? Selecting Your Leaders – Leadership’s Most Critical Decision, by Dr. Samuel R. Chand
Poverty, the Spirit of Poverty, and Financial Prosperity
A Framework for Understanding Poverty, by Ruby K. Payne, Ph. D.
Breaking the Spirit of Poverty, by Mark W. Pfeifer
Bridges Out of Poverty: Strategies for Professionals and Communities, by Ruby K. Payne, Ph.D.
Overcoming the Spirit of Poverty, by Rick Joyner
What Every Church Member Should Know About Poverty, by Bill Ehling & Ruby K. Payne, Ph.D.
Preaching and Pastoral Helps
Black Preaching: The Recovery of a Powerful Art, by Henry H. Mitchell
Celebration & Experience in Preaching, by Henry H. Mitchell
Elements of Biblical Exegesis: Revised and Expanded Edition (A Basic Guide for Students and Ministers) by Michael J. Gorman
How to Preach Without Notes, by Charles W. Koller
Pastoral Counseling Across Cultures, by David W. Augsburger
The Empowered Communicator: 7 Keys to Unlocking an Audience, by Calvin Miller
They Like to Never Quit Praisin’ God: The Role of Celebration in Preaching, by Frank A. Thomas
Suffering and the Theological View of God and Suffering
As Silver Refined: Learning to Embrace Life’s Disappointments, by Kay Arthur
Finished In The Fire! Workshops I, II, and III facilitated by Dr. F. J. Johnson, II
Suffering and the Sovereignty of God, by John Piper and Justin Taylor
The Openness of God: A Biblical Challenge to the Traditional Understanding of God, by Clark Pinnock, et.al.
The Shack, by William P. Young
Spiritual Discipline and Growth
Bitter Or Better: The Adversity Principles – The Seven Principles Why God Allows Adversity in a Believer’s Life, by Pastor David M. Fryson, Esq.
Disciplines of the Spirit, by Howard Thurman
Fasting for Spiritual Breakthrough: A Guide to Nine Biblical Fasts, by Elmer L. Towns
The Spirit of Disciplines, by Dallas Willard
Youth and Youth Mentoring – Curriculum
Elementary – Middle School Curriculum
Talks My Father Never Had With Me: Helping the Young Male Reach Adulthood – Volume I, by Dr. Ollie Watts Davis
Mentor’s Guide: Talks My Father Never Had With Me – Volume I, by Dr. Harold D. Davis
Talks My Mother Never Had With Me: A Loving Mother’s Perspective For Young Women – Volume I, by Dr. Ollie Watts Davis
Mentor’s Guide: Talks My Mother Never Had With Me – Volume I, by Dr. Harold D. Davis
Middle – High School Curriculum
Talks My Father Never Had With Me: Helping the Young Male Reach Adulthood - Volume II, by Dr. Ollie Watts Davis
Mentor’s Guide: Talks My Father Never Had With Me – Volume II, by Dr. Harold D. Davis
Mentor’s Guide For Talks My Father Never Had With Me: Helping the Young Black Male Make It To Adulthood, by Rev. Harold Davis
Talks My Mother Never Had With Me: Helping the Young Female Transition to Womanhood - Volume II, by Dr. Ollie Watts Davis
Mentor’s Guide: Talks My Mother Never Had With Me – Volume II, by Dr. Harold D. Davis
Note: The Talks My Father . . . Series and The Talks My Mother . . . Series are available through HOPE Community Development Corporation, Charleston, WV, (304) 343-HOPE (4673).
General Reading Topics
Apostles, Prophets and the Coming Moves of God: God's End-Time Plans for His Church and Planet Earth, by Bishop Bill Hamon
Bringing Peace & Harmony to the Blended Family: Where Everybody Feel at Home, by Dr. Kevin Leman (Workbook and Video Series)
Jesus and the Disinherited, by Howard S. Thurman
Playing God: Overcoming the Torment of Unforgiveness, by Norman Willis
PyroMarketing: The Four-Step Strategy to Ignite Customer Evangelists and Keep Them for Life, by Greg Stielstra
The Ancient Path: A Return to the Kingdom Mandate of Generational Transfer, by Norman Willis
The Covenant: A Study of God’s Extraordinary Love For You, by James L. Garlow
The Day of the Saints, by Bishop Bill Hamon
The Gospel of Ruth: Loving God Enough to Break the Rules, by Carolyn Custis James
Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives, by Dan Millman (DVD is recommended)
With Head and Heart: The Autobiography of Howard Thurman, by Howard Thurman
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