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Subject Guide: Christian Ministry
Topic Overview
These guides suggest books, articles, and dissertations that provide an overview of the topic. Guides also contain sources covering background information for your research papers in this subject. Recommendations are organized in the left-hand sidebar.
Recommended Books
Francis MacNutt, PhD Theology
This is a bestselling book that provides a context to understand healing from the perspective of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal. It covers topics including the basis of the healing ministry, kinds of healing, and scientific inquiries into the healing power of prayer.
Scholarly Books
Available Books
- (Library) Williams, Rodman. The Gift of the Holy Spirit Today.
- (Library) Dunn, James D. G. and James Patrick MacKey. New Testament Theology in Dialogue: Christology & Ministry.
- See Healing
- See Prophecy
- See Apostolic /Leadership
Locked/Paid Books
- Turner, Max. The Holy Spirit and Spiritual Gifts: In the New Testament Church and Today. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 1998.
- Gary S. Greig, and Kevin Springer. The Kingdom and the Power: Are Healing and the Spiritual Gifts Used by Jesus and the Early Church Meant for the Church Today?: A Biblical Look at How to Bring the Gospel to the World with Power. Ventura, CA: Regal Books, 1993.
- William W. and Robert P. Menzies, Spirit and Power, 2011
- Clark, Randy. Baptized in the Spirit: God’s Presence Resting upon You with Power. Shippensburg, PA: Destiny Image Publishers, 2017.
- Fee, Gordon D. God’s Empowering Presence: The Holy Spirit in the Letters of Paul. Peabody, MA: Hendrickson, 1994.
- Keener, Craig S. Miracles Today: The Supernatural Work of God in the Modern World. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2021.
- Storms, Sam. Understanding Spiritual Gifts: A Comprehensive Guide. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2020.
- McNair Scott, Benjamin G. Apostles Today: Making Sense of Contemporary Charismatic Apostolates : A Historical and Theological Appraisal. Eugene, Oregon: Pickwick Publications, 2014.
Popular Books (Academic Author)
Available Books
- (Library) Clark, Randy, ed. Power, Holiness, and Evangelism: Rediscovering God’s Purity, Power, and Passion for the Lost. Shippensburg, PA: Destiny Image Publishers, 1999.
- (Library) Clark, Randy. God Can Use Little Ole Me.
- (Library)(Library) Carson, D. A. The Cross and Christian Ministry
- (Library)(Library)(Library) Anderson, Ray Sherman. Ministry on the Fireline: A Practical Theology for an Empowered Church
- (Library) Wagner, C. Peter. Your Spiritual Gifts Can Help Your Church Grow.
- (Library) (Library) Wagner, C. Peter. Discover Your Spiritual Gifts.
- (Library) Wagner, C. Peter. Signs and Wonders for Today.
- (Library) Wagner, C. Peter. Apostles and Prophets: The Foundation of the Church
- (Library) Kraft, Charles. Christianity with Power: your worldview and your experience of the supernatural.
- (Library) Wright, N. T. New Tasks for the Renewed Church
- (Library) Gonzalez, Justo. When Christ Live in Us
- (Library) Wagner, C. Peter. Spiritual Power and Church Growth.
- (Library) Wagner, C. Peter. Changing Church: How God is Leading His Church into the Future
- (Library) Wagner, C. Peter. Dominion!: How Kingdom Action Can Change the World
- (Library) Wagner, C. Peter. Church Growth and the Whole Gospel.
- (Library) Kraft, Charles. Christianity with Power
- See Healing
- See Prophecy
- See Apostolic /Leadership
Locked/Paid Books
- Greg Holsclaw, Supernatural Theology
- Randy Clark & Mary Healy, The Spiritual Gifts Handbook, 2018
- Clark, Randy. The Essential Guide to the Power of the Holy Spirit: God’s Miraculous Gifts at Work Today. Shippensburg, PA: Destiny Image, 2015.
- Clark, Randy. The Healing River and Its Contributing Streams. Shippensburg, PA: Destiny Image, 2013. (Cessationism)
- Wagner, C. Peter. The Third Wave of the Holy Spirit: Encountering the Power of Signs and Wonders Today. Ann Arbor, MI: Servant Publications, Vine Books, 1988.
- Clark, Randy. Intimacy with God: Cultivating a Life of Deep Friendship through Obedience. Nashville, TN: Emanate Books, 2021.
- Fee, Gordon D. Paul, the Spirit, and the People of God. Peadbody, MA: Hendrickson Publishers, 1996. Accessed March 19, 2025.
- Clark, Randy, and Bill Johnson. There Is More!: The Secret to Experiencing God’s Power to Change Your Life. Grand Rapids: Chosen Books, 2013.
- Gentile, Ernest B. Your Sons & Daughters Shall Prophesy: Prophetic Gifts in Ministry Today. Grand Rapids, MI: Chosen Books, 1999.
Recommended Journal Articles
Recommended Dissertations
Scott T. Bottoms
Doctor of Ministry at Assemblies of God Theological Seminary
Timothy P. Westrom
Doctor of Ministry at Regent University
Matthew Craig Larson
Doctor of Ministry at Southeastern University
Recommended Popular Books (non-academic)
Resources
- (Library) Everyone Gets to Play – John Wimber
- Wigglesworth, Smith. Smith Wigglesworth on Manifesting the Power of God: Walking in God’s Anointing Every Day of the Year. Lake Mary, FL: Charisma House, 2016.
- Power Evangelism – John Wimber
- Fivefold Ministry Basic Training (APEST) – JR Womack
- The Apostolic Ministry – Rick Joyner
- You May All Prophesy – Steve Thompson
- Walking in Supernatural Healing Power – Chris Gore
- The Teaching Ministry: An Introduction to the Teaching Office and Gift – Roderick L Evans
- Glory Carriers – Jennifer Eivaz
- Mahesh and Bonnie Chavda, Getting to Know the Holy Spirit, 2011
- (Library) Wimber, John. Power Points.