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    Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church
    Image of God in the Parables
    Ebook series2 titles

    Image of God Series

    By Stephen W. Hiemstra

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    About this series

    If the Bible is an outreach document written by and for missionaries, then the Holy Spirit is the instrument of that evangelical call. The Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church examines the Bible’s description of the Holy Spirit from before Pentecost and the call the church in view of current challenges. 


    Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church is written in a devotional format with a reflection, prayers, and questions for study.  


    Hear the Words; Walk the Steps; Experience the Joy! 


    Cover art by C. Hiemstra (2023), The Lighthouse, Used with Permission


    In Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church Stephen Hiemstra teaches us about the third person of the Trinity—the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the most misunderstood person of the Godhead, but also the most essential. Jesus told us he would not leave us orphaned, and he asked his heavenly Father to send the comforter, the Holy Spirit who will teach you and remind you of all the things Jesus spoke. There can be no spirit-filled life without the Holy Spirit. We live in his dispensation until Jesus returns. God’s peace, encouragement, guidance, and authority to minister all originate from the Holy Spirit.



    Stephen’s books are exceptionally written, and each nugget of wisdom is captioned with thought-provoking questions that deepen our understanding of and draw us closer to God. This book is an indispensable addition to his Image of God series that will deepen your spiritual walk with the Lord.


    Eric Teitelman


    House of David Ministries



    “A footloose Holy Spirit” and an “Avian image of God” splash vivid word pictures on a canvas depicting the role of the Holy Spirit in the Church. Stephen Hiemstra, in Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church, writes of the Holy Spirit’s essential role in the Body of Christ in a lively manner that is both scholarly and comprehensible for those who wish to understand more about the third person of the Trinity. 


    Sharron Giambanco



    The Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church helps believers to dive deeper into the Holy Spirit's role in establishing the early church and churches today. Stephen Hiemstra’s book covers topics related to the Holy Spirit with a special focus on the Gospels of Luke and John, as part of Hiemstra's Image of God series.


    Sarah Hamaker


    Author, The Cold War Legacy series


    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherT2Pneuma Publishers LLC
    Release dateMay 20, 2023
    Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church
    Image of God in the Parables

    Titles in the series (2)

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      Image of God in the Parables
      Image of God in the Parables

      Image of God in the Parables

      Stephen W. Hiemstra
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      Our image of God reveals not only God’s character, but our own.   Jesus’ parables reveal a God who is intentionally available to those who seek him. They invite the listener to enter the narrative and engage with God one-on-one to expand our understanding of faith and of ourselves.  The image of God in the New Testament takes at least three forms: The person of Jesus, Jesus' teaching about the kingdom of God with the parables, and the founding of the church on Pentecost by the Holy Spirit. In this book I will focus on the image of God the Father found in the parables.  The authenticity of the parables as Jesus' own words is seldom questioned, in part, because Jesus' parables are unique, a genre unto themselves, but not a typical genre. A typical genre might adhere to a particular structure or story form, but not a parable. Image of God in the Parables is written in a devotional format with a reflection, prayers, and questions for study.   Cover art by C. Hiemstra (2023), The Lost Sheep, Used with Permission Hear the words; walk the steps; experience the joy! Author Stephen W. Hiemstra (MDiv, Ph.D.) is a slave of Christ, husband, father, author, and volunteer pastor. He lives in Centreville, Virginia with Maryam, his wife of more than thirty-five years. They have three grown children *********** Clear, well-researched, and innovative, Hiemstra has produced an important work investigating the defining feature of humanity—the Image of God. Paul Lauerman, Pastor Image of God in the Parables introduces you to a different perspective of God that you might not have considered before, an intimate God that seeks you out to have a relationship of Creator with created. Nohemi Zerbi The book will deepen your spiritual walk with the Lord as He continues to disciple us daily through His written word and many of life’s experiences. Eric Teitelman, Pastor In Image of God in the Parables, Stephen Hiemstra uncovers the image of God as Jesus taught in his parables Sarah Hamaker, Author Stephen W Hiemstra helps us deepen the truths of the Kingdom of our beloved God. Julio Martinez, Pastor Stephen reminds us that: “We can never fully comprehend God, but he invites us to try. When we do, the forms that lead us to him, like the parables and worship, no longer constrain us. They simply launch us into this new dimension available only through faith.” Briane Pittman Kairns “Jesus’ parables are like the water offered to desert traveler lost, faint-hearted, and close to death.“ The Image of God in the Parables is a drink from the Living Water for the seeker who longs to quench his thirst for God in the arid desert of modern materialism. Sharron Giambanco

      Our image of God reveals not only God’s character, but our own.   Jesus’ parables reveal a God who is intentionally available to those who seek him. They invite the listener to enter the narrative and engage with God one-on-one to expand our understanding of faith and of ourselves.  The image of God in the New Testament takes at least three forms: The person of Jesus, Jesus' teaching about the kingdom of God with the parables, and the founding of the church on Pentecost by the Holy Spirit. In this book I will focus on the image of God the Father found in the parables.  The authenticity of the parables as Jesus' own words is seldom questioned, in part, because Jesus' parables are unique, a genre unto themselves, but not a typical genre. A typical genre might adhere to a particular structure or story form, but not a parable. Image of God in the Parables is written in a devotional format with a reflection, prayers, and questions for study.   Cover art by C. Hiemstra (2023), The Lost Sheep, Used with Permission Hear the words; walk the steps; experience the joy! Author Stephen W. Hiemstra (MDiv, Ph.D.) is a slave of Christ, husband, father, author, and volunteer pastor. He lives in Centreville, Virginia with Maryam, his wife of more than thirty-five years. They have three grown children *********** Clear, well-researched, and innovative, Hiemstra has produced an important work investigating the defining feature of humanity—the Image of God. Paul Lauerman, Pastor Image of God in the Parables introduces you to a different perspective of God that you might not have considered before, an intimate God that seeks you out to have a relationship of Creator with created. Nohemi Zerbi The book will deepen your spiritual walk with the Lord as He continues to disciple us daily through His written word and many of life’s experiences. Eric Teitelman, Pastor In Image of God in the Parables, Stephen Hiemstra uncovers the image of God as Jesus taught in his parables Sarah Hamaker, Author Stephen W Hiemstra helps us deepen the truths of the Kingdom of our beloved God. Julio Martinez, Pastor Stephen reminds us that: “We can never fully comprehend God, but he invites us to try. When we do, the forms that lead us to him, like the parables and worship, no longer constrain us. They simply launch us into this new dimension available only through faith.” Briane Pittman Kairns “Jesus’ parables are like the water offered to desert traveler lost, faint-hearted, and close to death.“ The Image of God in the Parables is a drink from the Living Water for the seeker who longs to quench his thirst for God in the arid desert of modern materialism. Sharron Giambanco

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      Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church
      Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church

      Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church

      Stephen W. Hiemstra
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      If the Bible is an outreach document written by and for missionaries, then the Holy Spirit is the instrument of that evangelical call. The Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church examines the Bible’s description of the Holy Spirit from before Pentecost and the call the church in view of current challenges.  Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church is written in a devotional format with a reflection, prayers, and questions for study.   Hear the Words; Walk the Steps; Experience the Joy!  Cover art by C. Hiemstra (2023), The Lighthouse, Used with Permission In Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church Stephen Hiemstra teaches us about the third person of the Trinity—the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the most misunderstood person of the Godhead, but also the most essential. Jesus told us he would not leave us orphaned, and he asked his heavenly Father to send the comforter, the Holy Spirit who will teach you and remind you of all the things Jesus spoke. There can be no spirit-filled life without the Holy Spirit. We live in his dispensation until Jesus returns. God’s peace, encouragement, guidance, and authority to minister all originate from the Holy Spirit. Stephen’s books are exceptionally written, and each nugget of wisdom is captioned with thought-provoking questions that deepen our understanding of and draw us closer to God. This book is an indispensable addition to his Image of God series that will deepen your spiritual walk with the Lord. Eric Teitelman House of David Ministries “A footloose Holy Spirit” and an “Avian image of God” splash vivid word pictures on a canvas depicting the role of the Holy Spirit in the Church. Stephen Hiemstra, in Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church, writes of the Holy Spirit’s essential role in the Body of Christ in a lively manner that is both scholarly and comprehensible for those who wish to understand more about the third person of the Trinity.  Sharron Giambanco The Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church helps believers to dive deeper into the Holy Spirit's role in establishing the early church and churches today. Stephen Hiemstra’s book covers topics related to the Holy Spirit with a special focus on the Gospels of Luke and John, as part of Hiemstra's Image of God series. Sarah Hamaker Author, The Cold War Legacy series

      If the Bible is an outreach document written by and for missionaries, then the Holy Spirit is the instrument of that evangelical call. The Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church examines the Bible’s description of the Holy Spirit from before Pentecost and the call the church in view of current challenges.  Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church is written in a devotional format with a reflection, prayers, and questions for study.   Hear the Words; Walk the Steps; Experience the Joy!  Cover art by C. Hiemstra (2023), The Lighthouse, Used with Permission In Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church Stephen Hiemstra teaches us about the third person of the Trinity—the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is the most misunderstood person of the Godhead, but also the most essential. Jesus told us he would not leave us orphaned, and he asked his heavenly Father to send the comforter, the Holy Spirit who will teach you and remind you of all the things Jesus spoke. There can be no spirit-filled life without the Holy Spirit. We live in his dispensation until Jesus returns. God’s peace, encouragement, guidance, and authority to minister all originate from the Holy Spirit. Stephen’s books are exceptionally written, and each nugget of wisdom is captioned with thought-provoking questions that deepen our understanding of and draw us closer to God. This book is an indispensable addition to his Image of God series that will deepen your spiritual walk with the Lord. Eric Teitelman House of David Ministries “A footloose Holy Spirit” and an “Avian image of God” splash vivid word pictures on a canvas depicting the role of the Holy Spirit in the Church. Stephen Hiemstra, in Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church, writes of the Holy Spirit’s essential role in the Body of Christ in a lively manner that is both scholarly and comprehensible for those who wish to understand more about the third person of the Trinity.  Sharron Giambanco The Image of the Holy Spirit and the Church helps believers to dive deeper into the Holy Spirit's role in establishing the early church and churches today. Stephen Hiemstra’s book covers topics related to the Holy Spirit with a special focus on the Gospels of Luke and John, as part of Hiemstra's Image of God series. Sarah Hamaker Author, The Cold War Legacy series

    Author

    Stephen W. Hiemstra

    El autor, Stephen W. Hiemstra (MDiv, PhD), es esclavo de Cristo, esposo, padre, fabricante de tiendas, escritor, orador... Él vive con Maryam, su esposa de treinta años, en Centreville, Virginia y ellos tienen tres hijos adultos. Stephen ha sido un escritor activo a lo largo de su carrera; tanto como economista y como pastor. Como economista, trabajó 27 años en 5 agencias federales, publicó numerosos estudios de gobierno, artículos en periódicos, y comentarios de libros. Su libro en inglés, A Christian Guide to Spirituality, sin embargo, fue su primer libro publicado en el 2014. Stephen es en este momento un fabricante de tiendas, su segunda carrera, quien divide su tiempo igualmente entre el ministerio Hispano y sus escritos. Como escrito de blog, su tema es pastor en línea y él escribe estudios bíblicos, reseñas de libros, y reflexiones sobre temas de espiritualidad. Como capellán de hospital, él trabajaba en el departamento de emergencias, en la unidad de psiquiatría, y la unidad de alzhéimer. Él es anciano en Centreville Presbyterian Church. Stephen tiene una maestría en divinidad (MDiv, 2013) de Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. Su doctorado (Phd, 1985) es en economía agrícola de Michigan State University en East Lansing, Michigan. Aunque es ciudadano estadounidense, vivió y estudió tanto en Puerto Rico como en Alemania y habla español y alemán. ISNI: 0000-0000-2902-8171

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