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    We Are
    We Are
    We Are
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    We Are

    By Ken Hemphill

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    The Kingdom Promises series is based on short yet everlasting statements from Scripture; key verses that define who We Are in Christ, who God Is to us, and so forth. This unique grouping of devotional books will help believers grasp the undeserved rewards of God’s grace and the power that flows from his very existence. Each conveniently pocket-sized book features more than forty devotions, all beginning with one special verse and followed by biblical wisdom mixed with author Ken Hemphill’s easily relatable everyday experiences.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherBH Publishing Group
    Release dateJun 1, 2006
    ISBN9781433669415
    We Are
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    Ken Hemphill

    Ken Hemphill is national strategist for Empowering Kingdom Growth (EKG), an initiative of the Southern Baptist Convention. He also serves as distinguished professor of evangelism and church growth at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Hemphill holds a Ph.D. from Cambridge University and is the former president of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. His books include The Prayer of Jesus, The Names of God, Empowering Kingdom Growth, Parenting with Kingdom Purpose, Eternal Impact, Making Change, You Are Gifted, and the Kingdom Promises devotional series.

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      We Are - Ken Hemphill

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      Contents

      PREFACE

      Foreword

      WE ARE the Salt of the Earth

      WE ARE the Light of the World

      WE ARE Witnesses of the Gospel

      WE ARE the Branches in God’s Vine

      WE ARE Friends of Jesus

      WE ARE Called by Christ

      WE ARE the Saints of God

      WE ARE Justified before God

      WE ARE Walking in Newness of Life

      WE ARE in the Spirit

      WE ARE Sons of God

      WE AREMore then Conquerors

      WE ARE One Body

      WE ARE Strong for the Weak

      WE ARE Filled with God’s Goodness

      WE ARE Not Spiritually Lacking

      WE ARE in Christ Jesus

      WE ARE God’s Field and Building

      WE ARE God’s Temple

      WE ARE the Members of Christ

      WE ARE Known by God

      WE ARE the Aroma of Christ

      WE ARE Given Over to Death

      WE ARE Protected from Fear of Death

      WE ARE a New Creation

      WE ARE Ambassadors for Christ

      WE ARE Strong When We Are Weak

      WE ARE Crucified with Christ

      WE ARE Heirs with Christ

      WE ARE Sons, Not Slaves

      WE ARE Not Under the Law

      WE ARE Sealed with the Holy Spirit

      WE ARE Created to Do Good

      WE ARE Fellow Citizens with the Saints

      WE ARE Christ’s Household

      WE ARE Not Quitters

      WE ARE Protected by God’s Power

      WE ARE God’s People

      WE ARE Blessed When We Are Cursed

      WE ARE Called God’s Children

      WE ARE from God

      WE ARE As He Is

      Appendix

      It is an honor to dedicate this book to my sister and brother-in-law:

      Dot and Bill Helms

      Dot is the big sister who

      instilled in me a passion for learning.

      She and Bill have modeled who

      We Are in Christ through caring

      for Mom and Dad during

      their declining years.

      PREFACE

      Studying God’s Word always brings its own rewards. I have been deeply moved by the study of these simple statements that are scattered throughout the Word of God. It is my prayer that they will minister in your life as they have mine. I thank you for your willingness to buy this book and allow me to be your guide as the Holy Spirit informs your mind and transforms your heart.

      As always, I am indebted to my wife, who is my partner in ministry and my encourager in this ministry of writing. She brings the order and solitude to our home that makes it possible for me to reflect and write. She is often the source of ideas that soon appear in my books. Our devotional times together frequently become theological discussions which enrich my understanding.

      My children are a constant joy to me, and our growing family provides a rich context for writing. Tina and Brett have been blessed with a daughter, Lois, who is as active as her papa. Rachael and Trey were blessed with a daughter, Emerson, whose smile lights up a room. It is a joy to watch Katie and Daniel grow in marital love and in the Lord. My family is the context for my entire ministry.

      I want to thank Morris Chapman, the visionary leader of the Southern Baptist Convention for calling our denomination to focus on God’s Kingdom. He has given me the freedom to write those things God lays on my heart. All of my colleagues at the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention have encouraged me in this new phase of ministry.

      As usual the good folks at Broadman and Holman have been my partners in this ministry. I am challenged by the trust they place in me. Ken Stephens has led Broad-man and Holman with integrity of heart. I can’t begin to express my gratitude to Lawrence Kimbrough, my partner in this writing adventure. Lawrence is far more than an editor. He is a friend, colleague, and artist. What he does with a rough draft is a thing of beauty.

      This book is somewhat of a new genre. It looks like a daily devotional in its format, but it is written to be bite-sized theology. I have attempted to explain each of these great Kingdom Promises in its original context and then to apply it to life. Thus, I highly recommend that you read this book with your Bible open, because the focal passages will have the greatest impact on you as you see them in context. You might also want to consider using these verses as a Scripture memory project while you’re reading.

      I pray God will use His Word to bring encouragement to your heart. And if this book of Kingdom Promises speaks life to you and ministers to your needs, I hope you’ll pass it along to someone else.

      Ken Hemphill

      Nashville, Tennessee

      Spring 2006

      Foreword

      This brief book is designed to assist the reader to experience spiritual kingdom growth in order to represent Christ with strength and purpose throughout any geographical or social setting.

      Often Dr. Hemphill uses illustrations directly out of his own life, which add warmth and spiritual depth to his biblical interpretations. For instance, his reflections on the love of his parents when he was afraid

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