Don't Leave Home Without Power

By Dr. Francis A. Rundles

This book reminds believers of what is to come when you receive the power of the Holy Spirit. Power means more than strength or ability; it designates especially power in operation. The release of the power of the Holy Spirit in Acts, in and through the believers lives, cause them to witness with all boldness, with great power, with many signs, wonders, and miracles.

• Language: English
• Publisher: WestBow Press
• Release date: May 16, 2023
• ISBN: 9781664299917

Dr. Francis A. Rundles

Dr. Rundles is a rare gem. His love for God, family and the church is unmatchable. He loves everyone and his desire is to impact as many lives as he can-promoting Godlness. He takes the time to motivate other Pastors and leaders whenever they call for uplifting. He is a visionary, he is very knowledgable and studious in Scripture. An excellent teacher, well versed in Scripture. He is a community leader who serves on many boards. Such as Secretary of the Board of Directors for Titus Regional Medical Center, He is the past Chairman of the Board for the Chamber of Commerce. First African American to serve in that postion in the City of Mount Pleasant Texas. He has a Ph.D in Philosophy and a Doctor of Divinity from Atlantic Coast Theological Seminary. He also have a Bachlelor Degree in Theology and Biblical Studies from Trinity College of the Bible. On January 19, 2020 the City of Mount Pleasant Texas made a proclamation for that day to be recognized as Dr. Francis A. Rundles Day. He is the proud husband of Lillie Rundles for 39 years. They have three children and seven grandchildren. He is the Chairman of the Board of Superintendents for the Texas Northeast Third Jurisdiction, Church of God in Christ. He is the founding Pastor of the Greater Hope Church of God in Christ, Mount Pleasant Texas.

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DON’T

LEAVE HOME

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POWER

DR. FRANCIS A. RUNDLES

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ISBN: 978-1-6642-9990-0 (sc)

ISBN: 978-1-6642-9991-7 (e)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2023909003

WestBow Press rev. date: 5/16/2023

CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

THE CHALLENGES WE FACE

THE GREAT COMMISSION

I AM WITH YOU

EVERY BELIEVER NEED TO BE EMPOWERED BY THE HOLY GHOST

THE HOLY GHOST IS THE ESSENTIAL THING

A POWERLESS CHURCH

RECEIVING THE GIFT OF THE HOLY GHOST

FILLED WITH THE HOLY GHOST

LOOKING FOR QUALIFIED MEN

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE THE HOLY GHOST?

THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY GHOST WITH FIRE!

HAVING AN EAR TO HEAR THE LEADING OF THE HOLY GHOST

FORBIDDEN OF THE HOLY GHOST

THE HOLY GHOST IS THE ESSENTIAL THING IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE

DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT POWER! LORD, PLEASE SEND A REFRESHING!

BEYOND THE WATER

HAVE YOU RECEIVED THE HOLY GHOST SINCE YOU BELIEVE?

PRAYING IN THE HOLY GHOST

THE SPIRIT OF GOD DWELLS IN YOU

POWER AGAINST UNCLEAN SPIRITS

PASTORS MUST LEAD BY THE HOLY GHOST

THE PRESENCE OF GOD IN GREAT DISTRESS

THE WORK OF THE HOLY GHOST!

A PRAYER LIFE

GREATER RURAL REACH: THE BACK STORY

GROWING CHURCHES IN THE RURAL OR RURAL REACH

HOW TO GROW A CHURCH IN THE RURAL!

Acts 1:8, Ye shall receive power. (KJV) Power, according to GK Dunamis, means more than strength or ability; it designates especially power in operation, in action. Luke in his Gospel and in Acts, emphasizes that the Holy Ghost power included the authority to drive out evil spirits and the anointing to heal the sick as the two essential signs accompanying the proclamation of the kingdom of God.

INTRODUCTION

In the day and times that we are living in, there are daily challenges that we face as believers. Some of the challenges facing the church are institutional, ethical, doctrinal, political, cultural, religion, and mental health (e.g., anxiety; depression; guilt and shame; substance abuse; trauma; low self-esteem). They go across different faith traditions, denominations, ethnic groups, and sectors of the population. The word of the Lord shares with us in Isaiah 41:10 (NIV), So do not fear for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. Jesus told His disciples not to leave Jerusalem until they received the gift of the Holy Spirit.

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THE CHALLENGES