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The Grace Gospel Fellowship is pleased to recommend literature which is published an distributed by two of our affiliated organizations. Please check out their resources on the websites of Grace Publications and Bible Doctrines To Live By.

Among the titles that we recommend are:

Books and Booklets (by Author)

Anderson, Roger
Revealing Revelation. Pauline dispensational introduction and overview of the book of Revelation.

The World of Today and Tomorrow - Iraq, Iran, Mystery, Babylon, Daniel, Zechariah, and John.

Anderson/Schutz
From Bliss to Blister to Bliss. Studies of all the biblical text relating to marriage, divorce, and remarriage.

Anderson, Sir Robert
The Coming Prince. One of the most exhaustive works ever written on Daniel's Seventeenth Week and the Coming of the Anti-Christ, featuring full details and a complete chronology.

Forgotten Truths. Can the Lord come back before the "elect" are saved? This and many other questions are answered in this thought-provoking study.

Redemption Truths. An excellent study of salvation truth.

The Silence of God. The author gives a thorough scriptural answer to the issue of God's silence for nearly two thousand years. Why is God not more obvious today?

Baker, Charles F.
Bible Truth. The great truths of Scripture are dealt with in simple terms. The dispensational principle of the Bible is applied systematically.

Bible Truth Student Workbook. This companion to Baker's excellent Bible Truth is suitable for curriculum or class work as well as personal study.

A Dispensational Synopsis of the New Testament. An emphasis on each New Testament book's special dispensational features is clearly and concisely put forward.

Dispensational Theology. Here is a complete systematic theology with emphasis on and keen insight into dispensational perspectives. This is an important work for any theologian or dispensational scholar.

God's Clock of the Ages. Designed as a Sunday School, Bible class, or self study series of lessons about God's several administrations through the ages.

Real Baptism. This classic by Baker offers a helpful survey of all the references to baptism in the New Testament. Full of penetrating insight and thought provoking analysis of key Bible passages.

Studies in Dispensational Relationships. A simple introduction to the great subject of biblical dispensationalism. An outstanding introduction to the subject.

Understanding the Gospels-A Different Approach. Baker relates the earthly teachings of Christ to the prophecies of the Old Testament, the books of Acts, the Pauline epistles, and the future development of the Kingdom of God. The parables, major miracles of Christ, and Gospel sections are indexed.

Understanding the Body of Christ-A Pauline Trilogy. A simple and clear dispensational study of Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians.

Understanding the Book of Acts. This is an excellent study of the book of Acts. A must for every serious-minded believer.

Understanding the Book of Galatians, and Paul and the Law. This is really two books in one with closely related themes.

Bodeutsch, Cal
The Grace Way. This workbook is for all those Christians who have been trying to live the Christian life but have been failing. It is also for those who believe there is more to the Christian life but don't know what it is or how to get it.

Bultema, Harry
The Bible And Baptism. A study of the many baptisms in the Bible.

A Brief Commentary on Zechariah.

Brief Notes on Genesis.

Brief Notes on 1 & 2 Corinthians.

Brief Notes on the Psalms.

Commentary on Daniel.

Commentary on Isaiah.

Chains of Gold: Brief notes on 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy and Titus.

Maranatha! A Study of Unfulfilled Prophecy.

The Names of Our Wonderful Lord.

Campbell, Ernest R.
Dr. Campbell has written commentaries based on the Greek text with a dispensational perspective.

1 Timothy

2 Timothy

Colossians/Ephesians

Ephesians

Galatians

Marriage and Separation

Romans 1-8

Romans 9-16

1 Corinthians

2 Corinthians

Philippians/Titus

DeWitt, Dale S.
Dispensational Theology in America During the 20th Century. A scholarly overview of the trends of dispensational thought during the past century, this book is a must for serious theologians, especially students of dispensationalism.

Egemeier, Chris
Congo Flashbs. A look at 40 years of missionary adventure in the Congo.

Enlow, David
Footprints of a Living Legend. Tracing the remarkable missionary career of Sam and Marie Vinton in Congo, Africa.

Green, Ernest
The Throne of Grace. Using the Hebrews 4:16 as the underlying verse, the author writes of various aspects of grace, imperatives grace, and the disciplines of grace. Dispensational, devotional, and practical, this book "fits" this age of Grace.

Uncle Ernie's African Stories. True-to-life stories; new and authentic missionary stories for boys and girls.

Heath, William
A City of Two Tales. A well written account of what the Bible has to say about the city of Nineveh did through the prophets Jonah and Nahum.

MacDonald, Craig
Understanding Your Bible: An introduction to dispensationalism. An excellent primer for those who desire to learn how to make sense of the Bible. This study is helpful for those learning the basics of dispensational truth. An accompaning video series is also available through Grace Publications.

O'Hair, J.C.
Unsearchable Riches. Helpful studies built around 70 key Bible passages from the Pauline Epistles. A great blessing and a genuine classic.

Parker, Ken
No Longer Lonely. In this book the problem of "loneliness," even among sincere Christians, is discussed by Definition, Example, Disastrous Effects, Escapes and Winning the Victory.

Purposeful Prayer. Why do I pray? How do I pray? This book attempts to answer questions like these and also presents seven important hints about how to pray.

What Happens When a Christian Sins? Pointed, encouraging answers to this sometimes confusing question.

Reiff, Dora
The Beauty of His Presence. His presence, even in trials and suffering, is wonderfully presented for our comfort.

Schutz, Vernon
Three Bible Churches. A careful study of two basic principles of Bible study: recognizing the "mystery." aspect of the Body of Christ, and determining by context of the identity of respective Bible churches.

Tongues and the Sign Gifts. A concise analysis of a contemporary problem with a precise examination of scripture on the subject of "tongues" and the "sign gifts."

Universal Reconciliation: Do the Eons Ever End? A biblical exposition refuting the universal reconciliationist belief that the ages will come to an end.

Water Baptism: Its History, Importance, and Cessation. The history and importance several denominations give to water baptism is viewed.

What About Water Baptism? Pastors and many others find this booklet useful to explain why baptism and the other Kingdom sign gifts are not to be practiced during this dispensation.

Shiflet, R.B.
An Informal Study of Ephesians. This book will help the reader get familiar with the grace of God and know the joy of rightly dividing the Word of truth.

Sims, Arthur
Distinctions That Matter. Simple but thorough study of basic dispensational truth. Outstanding as an introduction to new or young believers in the right division of the Bible.

Stam, Cornelius R.
Cornelius R. Stam has made many fine contributions to distinctive dispensational literature. These titles are some of his more popular works.

Acts vol. I and II

Acts vol. III and IV

Baptism and the Bible

Commentary on 1 Corinthians

Commentary on 2 Corinthians

Lord's Supper and the Bible

Our Great Commission

Things That Differ

Sermon on the Mount

Pastoral Epistles

Romans

I and II Thessalonians

Selected Authors

GGF Bible Instruction Doctrines Handbook. This valuable Bible Instruction Class for the doctrines of grace is once again available.

The Church Series. A series of seven booklets on key facets of the Body of Christ, God's true church today! Very effective study booklets for both new and mature Christians.

The Church-How to Join It

The Church-What Is It?

The Church-Its Creation

The Church-Its Commission

The Church-Its Destiny

The Church-How Is It Different?

The Church-What Difference Does It Make?

Truth Occasional Papers (TOPS)

Essays on a variety of subjects which are of interest to believers today.

TOPS No. 1-The Case for a Modern English Version Bible
Dr. Dale S. Dewitt

TOPS No. 2-Understanding Personal Holiness
Pastor Ken Parker

Tracts

Grube, Robert Jr.
Smile, God Loves You.

(Also available in Spanish)

Hand Motions

Hand Motions for the Books of the Bible

Here is an instruction sheet that is a great tool for CBC, AWANA and Sunday school classes. With it, you can teach children the books of the Bible in a memorable way, with motions. It may be easier to divide them up in 9 or 10 sections, teaching section each a week. Review all previous books learned every 2-3 weeks, before proceeding to the next section to keep it fresh in their memory.

Old Testament

Name of Book	Motions	Reason
Genesis	Both arms extended in dome over head.	God created the heavens and the Earth. (Gen.1:1)
Exodus	"Egyptian Exit Stance"	Exit of God's people from Egypt.
Leviticus	Palms together in prayer lifted to heaven.	Laws about offerings and sacrifices.
Numbers	Hold up three fingers of right hand.	Taken from the three numberings of God's people.
Deuteronomy	Right index finger points to forehead.	A repeat of the laws of Exodus thru Numbers to emphasis remembrance and obedience.
Joshua	Pretend to be holding a bow and drawing back the string.	Joshua is the warrior leading the Israelites into the Promised Land.
Judges	Left palm is open facing up, right fist slaps down. (Like a judge's gavel.)	Israel is ruled by judges during pre-king period.

Ruth	Two fingers of right hand make a flip curl in back of head. "Ruth" pronounced in a high voice.	God preserves the line of Christ through Ruth the Moabitess, during the Judges period.

I & II Samuel	Right hand makes a "beard" motion from chin after holding up one finger then two saying "First…"	Written by the prophet Samuel. He anoints Israel's first two kings.

I & II Kings	Both hands pretend to place a crown on your own head, after holding up one finger then two, saying "First…"	History of the kings of Israel & Judah.

I & II Chronicles	Pretend to be opening a newspaper (Chronicle).	History of Judah's kings.

Ezra	Right index finger points and pretends to count heads.	Numbering the people to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the temple.

Nehemiah	Slap fist on open left palm then smoothes right across left palm. (brick-laying)	Nehemiah leads more people back to Jerusalem to rebuild the wall around the city.

Esther	Right index finger circles above head. (Crown)	Esther, a Jewish queen in Persia saves her people from being destroyed.

Job	Both hands cover face, head is bowed.	Job suffers tremendous loss.

Psalms	Both hands lifted up to heaven.	A book of praise to God.

Proverbs	Both hands reach to the left and snatch imaginary wisdom back towards the body.	"Get wisdom"

Ecclesiastes	Both hands throw imaginary wisdom back towards left.	Solomon the wisest man who ever lived tells of not using that God given wisdom.

Song of Solomon	Right hand over heart. (sigh while saying book)	A love story.

Isaiah	Right hand over eyes like a salute.	"I saw the Lord…" (Is. 6:1)

Jeremiah	Right arm extended out front and index finger pointing.	Jeremiah warns Judah of doom for their disobedience.

Lamentations	Right hand index finger draws a tear down cheek from right eye.	Jeremiah weeps over Jerusalem being destroyed.

Ezekiel	Right index finger draws the shape of a wheel in the air.	Ezekiel dreams of fiery wheels. (among many other things)

Daniel	Head rests on hands as if sleeping.	Daniel interprets dreams and has dreams of his own.

Hosea	Right arm motions "cracking a whip."	Hosea reminds Israel of God's judgment for disobedience.

Joel	Cross arms over chest scratching forearms with fingers.	A plague of locusts is a judgment from God.

Amos	Hands are used in a "card-dealing" motion. (passing out money)	Amos had an occupation as a herdsman/farmer. The only prophet we know his way of income.

Obadiah	Both arms up toward right with hands splayed, as if shielding oneself from punishment.	Obadiah explains the fate of any nation who goes against God's people.

Jonah	Plug nose with right forefinger and thumb.	Jonah disobeys God and is swallowed by a fish.

Micah	Make "cradle" motion with both arms.	Prophesy of Christ's birth.

Nahum	Head down, fold both hands across back of neck.	Nahum pronounces God's judgment on Ninevah.

Habakkuk	Fold hands and raise them to the sky.	Habakkuk sings a song of praise.(Ch. 3)

Zephaniah	Show the "ok" sign with the right index finger and thumb making a circle by connecting.	Although Judah is in hard times now, when the Messiah comes everything will be righted and things will be "ok" (actually much better!)
Malachi	Both hands draw a mask design over eyes (like a robber).	Malachi sights God's anger over his people "robbing" Him of what he has given them in the first place

New Testament

Name of Book	Motions	Reason
Matthew	Both hands place a crown on your head.	Matthew emphasizes the Kingship of Christ.
Mark	Arms down, hands crossed in front, head bowed.	Mark emphasizes Christ's Servant hood.

Luke	Fingers and thumb of right hand circle front of neck, then trail down to a point by the breastbone.	The symbol of a stethoscope. Luke was a doctor.

John	Cradle arms then point to the sky with right index finger and forearm.	John emphasizes that Jesus is the Son of God.

Acts	First two fingers of right hand "walk" up and down left arm.	Acts give the accounts of the many missionary journeys.

Romans	Shake fist with index finger pointing. (teaching posture)	This is an instructional book.

I & II Corinthians	Hold up Right index finger while saying "First…" then two fingers while saying, "second…" then do a "spanking" motion with right hand on your backside.	Paul is writing to correct (admonish) many problems.

Galatians	Shake head as you rub crossed index fingers. ("tsk-tsk" motion)	Paul is reminding the Galatians that adding anything to Christ's work for salvation is wrong and dangerous.

Ephesians	Hold up your two index fingers then bring them together and entwine.	The two becoming one. (Eph. 2:11-21)

Philippians	Lean body forward with arms extended back. ("breaking-the-tape" posture)	Pressing on toward the goal. (Phil. 3:13-14)

Colossians	Extend arms out into "cross" position then up to place a crown on your head.	Christ's elevation from the cross to the crown.

I & II Thessalonians	Hold up right index finger while saying, "first…" two fingers while saying, "second.." then pretend to bring a trumpet to your lips and blow.	Paul teaches of Christ's second coming.

I & II Timothy	Hold up right index finger while saying, "First..etc." Pretend to put your arm around someone's shoulders, and squeeze slightly a few times. (like a father would do to a son.)	Paul is writing to, and encouraging his "son in the Faith", Timothy.

Titus	Extend arms, open palms up and together, first to the left then center then right. (Like you are distributing something to lots of people.)	Devote (yourselves) to doing what is good. (Titus 3:8)

Philemon	Arms bent at your sides and pretend the "jogging" motion.	Philemon is urged by Paul to welcome back his runaway slave as a free brother in Christ.

Hebrews	Pretend to be sitting on a throne.	Hebrews emphasizes Christ as the one High Priest of the Church.

James	Point to your tongue.	James speaks of "taming the tongue" (James 3:1-12)

I & II Peter	Point right index finger to the inner corner of the right eye and trail an imaginary tear down right cheek point two fingers of left hand to the inner corner of the left eye… while saying "first and second…"	Peter addresses the sufferings of the early church.

I & II & III John	Hold up first one then two then three fingers of your right hand while saying, "First, second, third…", then cross both arms over your heart while you say, "John".	Emphasis on the love of God.

Jude	Bend knees, arms out and hands splayed. "Beware" stance.	Warning to beware of false teachers

Revelation	Pretend to be knocking on a door with your right fist.	"Behold I stand at the door and knock…" (Rev. 3:20)

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