Committed to Kingdom Living: Keeping Your Hand to the Plow

By Dr. Ronald C. Session

Committed to Kingdom Living is about how we can be better disciples of Jesus Christ when we glean the principles of truth from the Bible. This book offers actionable lessons to transformthe life of the reader into one who is committed to following Christ daily.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Oxford Book Writers
• Release date: Jul 1, 2023
• ISBN: 9781088226810

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COMMITTED

TO

KINGDOM LIVING

Ronald Session

Copyright © 2023

All Rights Reserved

Dedication

To all the faithful men and women who walked out their faith before me and taught me the importance of being more than a church member.

And as always, to Lisa, Jackson, Moriah, and our dog Wynter.

Acknowledgment

I want to acknowledge H. I. Grimble, John Hardeman, John Hollie, Kenneth Furch Sr., Laurie Pennie, and T. L. Johnson. These are the men that I looked up to as examples of committed disciples of Christ in my most formative years.

I want to acknowledge the contribution of Bishop James W. E. Dixon II. He was instrumental in me lifting my expectations to another level, as he is known for saying, Exposure expands expectations. I am forever grateful.

I am grateful for my time at Dallas Baptist University and those who helped me develop in my discipleship and as an academic.

To all the congregations that I have had the privilege to serve over these three decades of ministry, thank you for pouring into me. You have made me better. The sweet aroma of fellowship still lingers in my heart.

To Shiloh Garland, this is, in fact, my love letter to you. I desire you to embrace the truth and wisdom of these words. We are much closer to greatness than you may imagine. Walk into that greatness.

Contents

Dedication

Acknowledgment

About the Author

Chapter 1

Embracing Discipleship: Moving Beyond Church Membership

Chapter 2

Living as Redeemed by the Blood of Christ in the Newness of Life

Chapter 3

Maintaining A Faithful Christian Witness

Chapter 4

The Importance of Studying the Bible and Sharing its Truths with Others

Chapter 5

The Profound Significance of Prayer for Christians

Chapter 6

Awakening the Church: I See Dead People - The Urgent Call for Christians to Evangelize the Unchurched

Chapter 7

The Role of Every Church Member in

Accomplishing the Vision of the Church

Chapter 8

Why Christian Service is Vital to the

Church’s Mission Success

Chapter 9

The Significance of Financial Giving to the

Local Church

Chapter 10

Conclusion

Appendix

About the Author

Dr. Ronald C. Session is a passionate, dedicated, and seasoned pastor with over 36 years of serving God’s people on staff in various capacities. He is a dynamic speaker with the ability to effectively communicate and engage audiences. He is a proactive, proven leader, effective in providing leadership and direction while inspiring members to display the attitude, authority, and authenticity of the attributes of Jesus Christ in their daily living. He takes prayer very seriously and is an active prayer warrior.

Dr. Session has an earned Doctor of Ministry from Clamp Divinity School in Anderson, South Carolina. He holds a master’s from Dallas Baptist University and a bachelor’s from Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Session has been the husband of Lisa Session for nearly 24 years and the father of two young adults, Jackson and Moriah.

His Current Assignment is as Senior Pastor of the Shiloh Church - Garland since 2011.

Dr. Session released another book entitled Greater Than Principles from the Life of Abraham.

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Chapter 1

Embracing Discipleship:

Moving Beyond Church Membership

In today’s world, being a member of a church often involves attending weekly services and participating in various activities. However, there is a deeper calling that extends beyond mere membership. It is the call to discipleship, a transformative journey of faith and commitment. Discipleship is not about passive participation; it requires active engagement, daily devotion, and a continual seeking of God’s guidance.

The essence of discipleship lies in the practical aspects of daily devotion. It is not limited to a specific time or place but encompasses every aspect of our lives. As disciples, we strive to embody the teachings of our faith in our thoughts, words, and actions. We seek to reflect God’s love, mercy, and compassion in our interactions with others. This