It happened back in the late sixties and early seventies during the hippy era ...

'What God Has Wrought' - a documentary on Chuck Smith and the Calvary Chapel Movement

By Janey DeMeo
Special to ASSIST News Service

VISTA, CA (ANS) -- One of the greatest spiritual revivals to sweep America, even the world, was the Jesus Movement. It happened back in the late sixties and early seventies during the hippy era, and one of the key players was Chuck Smith.

"What God Has Wrought" tells the story of Chuck Smith and the birth of the Jesus Movement and Calvary Chapel, a then small Southern California church that he had just become the pastor of.

It's a story that has marked history in remarkable ways, changed lives radically; a story well worth hearing (and seeing).

During that period of upheaval in America, most hippies were young people reacting to society and tradition and in pursuit of authenticity, meaning, love and peace. Many thought they'd found it in drugs, revolutionary music and their free-love lifestyles.

The older generation, for the most part, viewed them as a bunch of grungy losers, but not Kay, wife of Pastor Chuck Smith. She saw them not as losers but as lost. And she wanted to help them find their way back home.

Chuck Smith found himself acquiescing to his wife's compassion and soon found his church, Calvary Chapel Costa Mesa, filling up with barefoot, longhaired "seekers"-week after week. Men such as Greg Laurie, Mike MacIntosh, Raul Ries, and many other now prominent Calvary Chapel pastors.

These young people were hungry for truth, peace and love. They wanted to belong to a cause bigger than themselves. They found it at Calvary Chapel within the simple expository teaching of Chuck Smith, teaching that simply pointed them to Jesus. They were excited and passionate about their newfound faith, and eager to express it.

This led to the birth of contemporary Christian music which sounded a lot like an amalgam of Beatles and Beach Boys-a very sixties sound-but with Christian words. It was a musical revolution and it caused quite a stir amongst the traditional crowd.

The recently released documentary, "What God Has Wrought" is a riveting account of how Calvary Chapel became the catalyst for the Jesus Movement. It includes interviews with Chuck Smith, testimonies from those who were transformed by though this outpouring, flashbacks to actual church services, testimonies and clips of the Jesus Movement bands such as Love Song.

Talking about his role during the Jesus People movement, Chuck Smith said, "I didn't want to direct the Holy Spirit, I just wanted to find out how the Holy Spirit was moving and get in the boat and move with him."

It is heart stirring, inspiring and well worth watching. The DVD has also just won "Best Documentary 2012" at The International Christian Film Festival in Irvine, California on October 6th, 2012.

For more info on "What God Has Wrought", or to order a copy of the DVD, visit: www.visionvideo.com or www.screensaversentertainment.com.

 ASSIST News Service (ANS)

Child Of The King by Debra Diaz

Title: Child of the King

By: Author Debra Diaz
Available in Digital Format

Review Date: October 26, 2012

Book Review by CBM Christian Book Reviews

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Christian novelist, Debra Diaz, releases Child of the King, a stand alone novel as the third book in the "Woman of Sin" trilogy.  Come and escape to a time and a place long ago, during the reign of Claudius Caesar in 50 A.D.  Find enchanting young Rachel, the daughter of  Paulus and Alysia, now a grown woman and ready for a life of her own.  She is about to encounter the most trying period of her life, as Metellus comes to find her to return her to Rome by the edict of Caesar.  This edict is an act of honor carried out by the Caesar as his dead friend, Paulus Valerius Maximus' (Alysia's father) last dying wish.  There is a letter for Rachel, waiting for her in Rome, but not before both Rachel and Metellus will be forever changed throughout this journey. 

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Rachel, who is almost 18, embarks on a young woman's coming of age, as she finds herself on a path of spiritual discovery, as she is forced to face fears and let go of the past that has tortured her for so long.  This biblical fiction will delight the readers with historical time period writing, intrigue, romance, suspense and many will find this book an escape to a life well-lived and many life lessons learned.

Award winning and multi-published author Debra Diaz has a unique writing style that captures the reader and transports them to the place and era she writes about.  Her goal as an author in her own words are,  "My aim for you as a writer is to create another world…a world that you can walk around in and experience in your own way, and come back feeling that you actually went somewhere…that you were not only entertained but inspired and challenged!"

Child Of The King by Debra Diaz is available at her website, and in digital format on Amazon, as well as other fine online bookstores. Be sure to get your copy today.

Child of the King by Debra Diaz

Review by CBM Christian Book Reviews

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CBM Press Release - I AM THAT I AM by Judy LeBlanc

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Judy Azar LeBlanc releases I AM THAT I AM - Tracing the Footprints of God  October 26, 2012, Hideaway, Texas

Multi-award winning Christian author, teacher, and lifelong student of the Bible, Judy Azar LeBlanc, proudly announces the release of her latest book - I AM THAT I AM - Tracing the Footprints of God.  I AM THAT I AM is an in-depth biblical study into the knowledge of God and who He is by revealing the eight Covenants given to humanity by God with an in-depth discussion and analysis of the full parabolic, healing, and divine ministry of Jesus Christ.

The author includes an extensive list, as written in the Word of God, of over fifty names and titles of God that reveal His character, divinity, and attributes of His personality.  The reader will be given a new perspective and an intimate understanding of God that will prove to lead the reader into a new understanding and appreciation of who God is, and how much He loves humanity.

With over seventy-five commentaries from renowned biblical scholars, this book offers:

• A deeper understanding of Scripture, who God is, His character, His attributes, His promises, His Covenants, and His involvement with humanity throughout history are clearly expounded upon through Scripture including the use of Hebrew/Greek root words and meaning. 

• A comprehensive study of biblical events supported by full color archaeological images of recent excavation findings, historical illustrations, and map images that show relevance to modern day locations to give the reader a full perspective of the impact of God's Covenants, grace and promises to all of humanity.

• A comprehensive understanding of the spiritual blessings provided by the different dispensations throughout history to include: salvation, forgiveness, redemption, justification, reconciliation, deliverance from the power of darkness, heavenly citizenship, direct access to God the Father, adoption, our inheritance, and the freedom from the law under grace.

Many, maybe even millions seek God on a daily basis, or perhaps just every Sunday in churches, and through various media, but without the knowledge of who God is, how can one come to know Him?  How does one know that he or she is really loved by God, and that God is who He says that He is?  Author Judy Azar LeBlanc answers those questions in full spectrum.  This is a wonderful and enriching book that will remind and bless the Body of Christ, that God is  --- the Great I AM THAT I AM.

For more information about the author and her books, visit www.manyfacestomanyplaces.com.  You may also contact the author directly at ijudyazar@yahoo.com.

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Christian Writing Contest Winner - Kimberly Miller WHERE IS MY BRIDE?

First Place and the winner of two paid writing assignments from

The Pocket Testament League goes to -

WHERE IS MY BRIDE? By Kimberly Miller

The vivid experience of sorrow felt driving down Independence Avenue gripped my heart with untold anguish. Tears soon blurred my view of the desolate and decaying street, as an unknown fury began to rise up from my belly. Anguish had turned to weeping and weeping to anger; anger had then led my weary heart into groaning intercession with the Almighty.

I cleared my eyes and continued to survey the avenue. Prostitutes stood far from discreet at various vantage points, drunks stumbled disarrayed throughout the littered alleys, mothers dragged along numerous children who since birth were sentenced to the cycling mentality of poverty, and at every corner I drove by there stood a church.

God's grief and longing for humanity had become mingled with my own angered discontent with society's brokenness and bondage. I began to cry out to God, asking Him why He was doing nothing about the state of my city, and why He continued to leave the people hurting and without a Shepherd. My fury at the injustice I was viewing, lead me to come all but close to accusing God of doing nothing to save the lost.

And that's when He spoke, gently whispering into the depths of my being, "Child, where is My body? I can do nothing apart from My church. She is My hands and feet. She is My voice that speaks. Where is My church? I am in the midst of My city doing My work, but who is there partnering with Me? She is a spider without legs. No change can be wrought and no souls can be saved, without the hands and feet of My body going forth with My name."

I sat silently stunned; left unable to move, unable to speak, and unable to even weep. When I got home I opened a phone book and began to count the number of churches and ministries throughout the city. I stopped at 943.

I closed the phone book and prayed. I asked God to send forth laborers to His vineyard, and to give us a heart-you and I-for the lost ones He loves.

The other day I stumbled across a ministry that shed a glimpse of hope within my soul. The ministry is called the Pocket Testament League. Their main goal is to lead souls to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ, and to equip others to do the same. Not only does the site offer free devotionals to strengthen and encourage the believer, they also offer the necessary evangelism tools that we as believers need to be His hands and feet to a lost and dying world. The ministry encourages every believer to carry a pocket sized gospel of John, to daily read and share with those we come into contact with. One believer with God's heart for the lost and adequate training in evangelism, can be the tool He needs to set just one soul free.

Let's be His hands and feet.

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From the Cauldron to the Cross - An intriguing and enlightening read that all will enjoy

Author Shari Hadley writes her incredible journey, From the Cauldron to the Cross, My Journey From Wiccan to Christian. Once a devout Wiccan, the author found her life in a pit of despair after the tragic death of her husband.  Her religion as a Wiccan had only left her feeling empty and angry.  Her journey led her to renounce Wicca, and begin a new life in Christ as a disciple of Jesus Christ.  Experience this amazing true story of one woman who found truth despite the lies.  With much perseverance she found complete freedom in Christ, the One true living God. 

Shari Hadley's life was marred with childhood abuse, sorrow and grief.  She came to know that life was difficult at an early age as she endured mental and physical abuse throughout her childhood.  But life changed for the better after meeting Randy, her husband.  Happily married with a son of five years old, life abruptly changed after horrifying news of the death of her husband.  After the police left her house that night, the author shares her heart-felt struggles, as she questioned for the first time her faith in Wicca.  

Recommended for new Christians and especially those who call themselves Wiccans, this book addresses the very real struggles individuals may have and gives insight into the spiritual warfare that is involved with partaking in the worship and religion known as Wicca.  This book is a bold testimony to the power and salvation of the Lord that has the power over all evil.  An intriguing and enlightening read that all will enjoy. 

"This is a great story that will help you better understand the kingdom of darkness that engulfs many people in this fallen world" (Dr. Neil T. Anderson).    

For more information about the author and the book, visit  From the Cauldron to the Cross, My Journey From Wiccan to Christian. You may also get your copy of From the Cauldron to the Cross, My Journey From Wiccan to Christian on Amazon and other fine online book stores.

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Christian Author, Teacher, Thomas G. Thompson - Christ’s Humanity-A Thing to be Grasped

Christ's Humanity-A Thing to be Grasped by author Thomas G. Thompson, published by Son Publishing is a revealing book that step-by-step takes a look at the person of Jesus Christ.  Divine by nature, Christ, as the Son of God is fully God, but chose to come fully human to save the world from their sins.  The author quotes this quote as the central theme, "He did not think existing in the form of and being equal to God as something to be grasped, but emptied himself taking the form of a slave."  The work of the Cross is brought to the forefront as this book brings a deeper understanding of Christ's humanity and divinity. 

Filled with Scripture, the author systematically discusses the life, incarnation, humiliation, exaltation and ascension of the Lord Jesus Christ, not by his opinion, but according to Scripture.  This book reveals that Christ was God, but also lowered himself to become a man, making all that He experienced and suffered for our sake even more monumental, therefore challenging the reader to grasp the full weight of what Christ has done for humanity.  This scriptural and fascinating read is for those that desire to know Christ more intimately, which must be appreciated, grasped and understood for salvation's sake. 

Written by the author as an encouraging and uplifting book for all those within the Body of Christ who love and serve the Lord, and who eagerly await His triumphant return, this book will change one's view and even perhaps impact those agnostics that don't believe in Christ.  May you be blessed and strengthened in your faith as you come to know Christ more intimately through this important teaching on Christ.

Christ's Humanity-A Thing to be Grasped
~ Product Details
~ Paperback: 160 pages
~ Publisher: SON Publishing
~ Language: English
~ ISBN-10: 0985140305
~ ISBN-13: 978-0985140304

For more information about author Thomas G. Thompson and the book Christ's Humanity-A Thing to be Grasped, visit Christ's Humanity . You may also get your copy of the book Christ's Humanity-A Thing to be Grasped on Amazon and at other fine online bookstores.

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CBM Christian Book Marketing can design, create, and launch a turn key web site with all the goodies like social buttons, video, and so that visitors can purchase copies of your books right from your site. From 7 to 10 page websites and at affordable prices.

For a turn key Christian author's website or blog, contact us. For those of you that have current author websites, we can promote and market your book and your website through a variety of services that will get you instant exposure across the board.

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Do we truly know Christ and walk with him - Apprehended and Apprehending, a must read book

Title: Apprehended and Apprehending

By: M.J. André

Date: October 5, 2012

Reviewed by: CBM Christian Book Reviews

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Author M.J. André writes with compassion in, Apprehended and Apprehending. Based on Philippians 3:10-12, this book has been birthed from the author's own seven-year wilderness season.  It is the author's hopes and sincere desire to bring others to a new life in Him and to true salvation.  The author reveals from Scripture, elaborating on what true Christianity is and what it is not.  In this radical new book, the author delves into what true Christianity really means and what it means to walk after Christ and in the Spirit.  If we are to come into full spiritual maturity, we are to abide in Christ and surrender ourselves completely to His will.

Developed as a guidebook, this book will provide refreshment and answers to questions for those that may be going through their own wilderness experiences.  The reader will find life-giving refreshment, truth and find the truth that is in Christ.  Providing much needed encouragement through the wilderness process, the author notes that this is the only way to God.  We experience the true Christian life when we abide in Him and are changed from the inside out to reflect the character of Christ here on this Earth.  Salvation is not a one-way ticket to Heaven, although, "True Salvation is nothing short of possessing the heart of God the Father," the author emphatically writes.

The work of salvation has many stages, all requiring complete dedication, surrender, perseverance and endurance as one continues on to win the prize as spoken of in Philippians 3:10-12.  The prize is not what many preach from the pulpit that tickles the ears of the hearer; however, the prize is God himself and having the heart of the Father.  Salvation is a gift from the unmerited grace of God bestowed for those who are truly called. 

The author asks-do we truly know Christ and walk with him?  Have we surrendered ourselves fully to know His will?  This is what the Scripture in Philippians speaks of; we live, only to know Him.  The Promised Land and the abundant life do not coming from repeating the sinner's prayer and sitting in church every Sunday.

This book is highly recommended for those Saints that have fully surrendered their life to the Lord, but may need encouragement and guidance as they experience their own wilderness seasons.  One can find deep hope and a greater understanding and maturity in the Lord after reading this book.  A must read for the entire body of Christ! 

For more information visit Apprehended and Apprehending by M.J. André. You may also get your copy of Apprehended and Apprehending on Amazon and at other fine online bookstores.

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Dying for Water - Discover how you can make a life-saving difference today

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FaithWriters is a Christian Book Marketing partner that runs writing contests for Christian Writers weekly and monthly. In our Monthly Blog Contest writers sharpen their skills while promoting a Christian based Ministry that is saving lives now and for eternity. These articles contain contextual links to the sponsoring ministry's website to promote awareness and encourage donations.  Writers who win receive Paid Writing Assignments from the sponsoring ministry. FaithWriters promotes the growth of Christian Authors while spreading the gospel around the world. If you are a Christian writer, we would love to have you come and grow with us in a safe and caring Christian environment.

Most Recent Contest – "Dying for Water"

First place and two paid writing assignments - Lori Othouse

JUST ONE MORE DAY

The scene plays out like one from a dramatic film or a gripping novel…

Hot wind whips across the flat, dry land, blowing dust into the eyes of a frail young mother. She tries to blink it away, along with her tears. Sitting in the shade of a scrawny tree, she holds her only son - ten months old, thirsty and weak. The dehydration was taking its grim toll.

Their water supply now used up, her husband had set out to look for another water source - that was two days ago. It was the third time this year he had left on such a journey, not knowing what he would find, nor what he would come back to. But there was no choice, because there was no water. All she could do now was wait.

The young mother's tears fell onto her son's dry, chapped skin. She bowed her head and whispered, "Just one more day…please let me have him just one more day." She knew not to whom she was praying or that she even was praying. No one had told her of a God who heard her, loved her and wept with her. She held her child close, not knowing how much longer she would have with him…

It's a nightmare that makes us want to change the channel or close the book, but sadly, it is the cruel reality for millions of people in developing countries. People with no access to clean water, or any water for that matter and who are, quite literally, dying for it - 4100 children die from unclean water every day.

Every day. 

Every.
 Day.

It's easy to turn away thinking the need is too vast, too great for me to help. What hope is there? But there is help. There is hope…

The Water4 Foundation is an organization that exists to bring life-saving water to nations plagued by water scarcity. But its mission doesn't end there. Using cost-effective hand-drilling technology, they are able to provide water wells for communities in need at a fraction of the cost of a machine-drilled well. And because the process utilizes materials that are locally available and manpower over machine power, the people there are able to duplicate these methods on their own, thus providing even more wells along with much-needed employment opportunities.

By partnering with Water4, we can help give this mother not just one more, but many more days with her son. We can help fulfill the Biblical mandate found in Proverbs 31: 8-9 - "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute…defend the rights of the poor and needy."

Yes, the need is great. Our compassion must be greater. Their hope rests in our hands; how can we not extend them?

Discover how you can make a life-saving difference today.

Lori Othouse

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The 11:45 Call - Stand Firm and Be Prepared

Title: The 11:45 Call
By: Joel F. Blakely and Brenda Klutz Blakely
Review Date: August 17, 2012
Review by: CBM Christian Book Marketing
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The 11:45 Call by authors Joel and Brenda Blakely is an urgent message to the Body of Christ, exhorting them to stand firm, to be prepared, "to awaken from sleep" (Rom. 13:11) as the authors note and to stand firm in the fight for the faith and the hope of our salvation, Jesus Christ.

The Book of Jude is God's call and instruction to living a godly life in a woefully sinful world. This fascinating Bible study prepares one to beware, be ready and to walk in faith and truth while exalting, "…high the cross of Christ." We are to be ready and prepared by the Word of God, walking and standing upon the truth-for God's Word is truth and inspired by God (2 Tim. 3:16).

In this way, we will be prepared to stand firm in our faith on the day of testing throughout these perilous times. The Book of Jude issues a warning and heed for all those who believe in the Truth to walk in the light and issues a call to those that are living ungodly lives to come back to the Truth, Jesus Christ, before judgment comes.

The authors have prayerfully put together an expository Bible study of the Book of Jude, therefore interpreting each verse by Scripture and not by man's thoughts, as all Scripture is inspired by God (2 Tim. 3:16). This urgent message is of monumental importance to todays believers living in perilous times with evil ever increasing in the world. The focus of this Bible study is to encourage the readers to know and live with the instruction of God's Word, letting them be renewed in their minds to depend on the Word of God as truth. In so doing, the focus of your faith will be strengthened so that you will be prepared and ready to guard against false teachings and doctrines that are now plaguing the church from within. The Word says even the "elect" will be challenged to be deceived. Our command from Jesus is to study and be approved, so that we may stand in the day of testing.

The authors have skillfully and prayerfully gone through each verse of the Book of Jude to reveal the truths, principles and instructions according to the Word of God that give the reader a deeper knowledge of each verse discussed. Study questions are included at the end. This Bible study is highly recommended for personal use and edification or within a small group setting. The reader will be enriched by the use of Scripture throughout the book as this study will aid the reader in maturity and preparing for what is ahead in these last days.

The 11:45 Call by Joel F. Blakely and Brenda Klutz Blakely is available on Amazon

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