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THE book of Revelation is one of the most talked about books in history, and also one of the most misunderstood. There are a variety of ways Revelation is understood: some believe it is historical, with the whole of its contents fulfilled; some believe it is all about futuristic events that have not yet happened, but are soon coming; some believe it has happened in part, and the rest is yet to come; and the rest of people fully well acknowledge that they have no idea what the book of Revelation is about. Many avoid it in teaching, and feel that if it is not a long, dramatic recitation of events, it has no relevance in our world today. Who is right? In the "right fight" of Revelation, there is one very important aspect that many readers and scholars alike ignore, and that is the principle of the church's participation in prophecy and prophetic history. Drawing on historical apocalyptic trends of the early centuries of Christianity, the obvious symbolism present, and the imagery contained therein, Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino attempts to give the reader a different view of the book of Revelation: One that opens up the reader of Revelation to all that is seen and unseen. Rather than seeing Revelation as an encoding to plug in modern-day headlines, Dr. Marino looks at Revelation from a mystical and revelatory perspective, viewing the church and the role of the church as central to history, from now until Jesus returns, and beyond. This gives all of us, as readers, hope and inspiration as we see ourselves not as pawns in a struggle, but as participants in the history of creation, all that is seen and unseen: past, present, and future; that which was, that which is, and that which is to come.

THE Song of Solomon is uncommon reading material in today's church. Many are uncomfortable with its contents, and many others readily admit they have never read it. Why are we avoiding the book? In treating the Song of Solomon with such discomfort, what are we, as a church, missing out on? The Song of Solomon is about many things: relationships, men, women, freedom in relationships, love, marriage, sex, sensuality and, believe it or not, our relationship with God. Above all, the Song of Solomon has much to offer on the topic of intimacy and intimate dynamics, ways in which we, as people, interact with one another in loving, committed relationships. Tackling the complicated prose of the book, Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino explores the incredible beauty God intends us to find in intimate relationships, and why these relationships start with a balanced perspective of our needed intimacy with God. By looking at the depth of this book, the depth of interpersonal relationships, and the depth of our relationship and love for God, learn the proper reading for this important book - and what it has to teach every single person, whether single, married, divorced, and set apart for the Lord.

ARE you confused about church leadership? What types of leaders are we supposed to have? What are they supposed to do? Where does each office fit in to the church itself? Although we would not draw such a conclusion looking at the church today, the New Testament church leadership represented a complete balance of authority and purpose, room for everyone's gifts and calling, and heaven and earth coming together in Christ's Kingdom. The five-fold ministry, appointments, and ministry works all came together to do the necessary leadership functions, purposing the church to expand and gain a notable presence all throughout the world.Then, one day...the five-fold ministry ceased. The appointments lost their purpose, and leadership became awash in politics, confusion, and disorder. What happened...and how can we get what we once had back?In Awakening Christian Ministry: The Call To Serve Others As We Serve Jesus Christ, Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino sets the church straight as to the essential components of ministry, five-fold ministry leadership, the appointments, and more in this complete work documenting her studies on essential leadership matters over a seven-year period of time. Divided into seven sections, learn what the Word has to say about leadership and appointments, and gain powerful insights into leadership conduct, perspectives, purposes, and advice as this apostle who has spent nearly twenty years in ministry draws on her years of experience and powerful Biblical knowledge on essential leadership topics.

THERE is but one way to describe modern Christian counseling, and that is as confusing. Different schools of thought, beliefs, and approaches to Christian counseling, what it is, and its purposes have caused grave confusion to Christian counselors and the Body of Christ in general about what Christian counseling is and how it can apply to the life of the believer. With many programs skipping over firm foundations and the essential purpose in Christian counseling, it is no wonder that people are uncertain about the pivotal role a Christian counselor plays within Christianity today. Cutting through the hype, biases, bigotry, and unscientific approach to modern Christian counseling, today's Christian counselor is in need of practical and purposed foundations to practice God's gift and art manifest in Christian counseling. In The Fundamentals Of Christian Counseling In Theory And Practice, Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino establishes a firm foundation for any Christian counselor to build upon. Covering the history of psychotherapy, types and shadows for Christian counselors, technique, atmosphere, the role of healing and grace in counseling, and handling such challenging issues as mental illness, spiritual warfare, and beyond, Dr. Marino prepares the Christian counselor for any and all possible means of Christian counseling, whether done in ministry, in a Christian clinical setting, private practice, or as part of a leadership call.

WHERE IS GOD? This question hallows the hearts and minds of people when disasters of any sort invade our lives, just as when the locusts invaded the lives of the Israelites in the book of Joel. Whenever bad things happen, our first course of thought is to look around and ask for deeper answers as to why it happened. While some look at natural disasters as a form of divine wrath and others try to find other explanations, has it occurred to any of us that God might be speaking to us through the different things we experience? In this unique book that transforms the experience of Joel's prophecy into something understandable and relatable, Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino takes the reader on the experiences of the Prophet Joel's world, with their ups and downs, difficulties and discouragements, all the way through both problem and restoration, that we might see ourselves in this experience to change our own perspectives. Looking at the prophecy of Joel in this way gives us purpose and hope, no matter how difficult our circumstances may become. Whenever we stand "between the porch and the altar" seeking answers, God provides us with the proper instruction and support to get us through to the other side.

THINK SERVICE is something for the old church mothers, women, and girls? Think that you should be served, but not serve? Think again! If you call yourself a Christian, service is for you, man of God - and it is imperative that your life reflect God's call to service. In this exciting book, get your zest for service back - or, if you've never really had one (especially if you think service is for girls) learn why service is awesome - and the most manly thing a man can do this side of heaven. In this exciting book written with good humor, warmth, and insight into the world of male service, Dr. Lee Ann B. Marino lays out the foundation as to why men often don't want to serve others, how current teachings about gender hamper male attitudes about proper service, studies on male Biblical figures and how and why they served, and ways that men can be more involved in ministry, marriage, family, friendships, and beyond. This book includes special chapters on men attending church, men who are married to women in ministry when they themselves are not, and service in men's ministry. Tackling many topics most ministers don't often address with Christian men, this book has the power to transform the way a man perceives himself - and his willingness to do for others as part of his Christian identity.

HEY YOU - yes you, woman of God! You're special. Even if no one ever told you that, you are most blessed among all women, just because of who God has called you to be. Whether you are a great business woman, mother, minister, wife, friend, single woman, empowered, finding yourself, or some combination of all of the above, you are a great human being! You are blessed, amazing, important, and God has something special for you in life! Too often we don't hear this message. Our churches tend to delegate women (including Bible women) to a specific image or role that reflects the ideals of culture rather than the ideas God has for us. As a result, we don't know our image, history, value, or identity as women of God, prepared and victorious over anything that comes against us. In this volume, join Dr. Marino as she explores seven Biblical women who received the specific designation as "blessed" - Mary, Jael, Eve, the Song of Solomon woman, the Proverbs 31 woman, the barren woman, and the Christian woman - to learn about God's blessing upon His women and why we, as women, can declare ourselves blessed, no matter what He has in store for us in this adventure called "life."

Who says learning about the Bible has to be boring? Bible reading opens up an entire spiritual world of adventure and excitement, and if it is approached with interest appeal and fun, children can find a spiritual excitement in an ancient book that is still relevant for today. Come along and share this book with a favorite child in your life and explore the Bible through the alphabet, looking at twenty-six different people, places, and things found in the Bible, corresponding to each different letter. From Adam to Zephaniah, and everything in between, the beauty of Bible people and places are explored through great artwork of the ages, edited as pencil drawings for beautiful illustration, relatable to children. Spark faith in the next generation by sharing this book with them, which will quickly become a repeat classic in your favorite child's library.