Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-41-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
IMPARTED LOVE
Love is the highway of the King which leads us into the manifestation of gifts and ministries in the Body of Christ. Divine love undergirds the New Testament church. (25 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:27-31; 13:1-8;(II Tim. 2:2,6) |
Topics: | Divine Love; Gifts,of the Holy Spirit; Ministries; (Intercession);(Helps, Ministry Of) |
Series: | How the Body Relates |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
MEMBERSHIP IN THE BODY OF CHRIST
Membership in the New Testament church is a spiritual status and a spiritual relationship. (31 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:12-28; Acts 5:13-14; (Eph. 4:3,13) |
Topics: | Relationships,Natural; Relationships, Spiritual; Unity; Church Order; Authority; Submission |
Series: | Order in the Local Church |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-38-R
This cassette tape contained the following 3 messages by John Robert Stevens.
HOW TO CREATE AN ELDER
The ministry of an elder develops as he takes responsibility for the members of the Body, and as they aggressively submit to his eldership. (18 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Phil. 2:19-30; Titus 1:5-11 |
Topics: | Elders; Responsibility; Submission, to Ministries |
Series: | How the Body Relates |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
BE SUBJECT TO ONE ANOTHER
God insists that His people relate to one another impartially, objectively. We are to see one another after the Spirit and not after the flesh. (20 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 5:21 |
Topics: | Relationships,Spiritual; Love |
Series: | How the Body Relates |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
A FAMILY SPIRIT
Ministries are given to the church to bring about the maturity of each member. There is an interaction of the Body whereby each member does his part. (11 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 4:9-16; (Heb. 10:12, 14);(Rom. 8:29); (Heb. 2:10) |
Topics: | Body of Christ,Body Ministry; Maturity; Faith, Vicarious |
Series: | You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-31-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
FROM RED HOT LOVE TO FIERY TRIALS
We are to be motivated by “redhot” love. Love becomes the motivation behind all consistent, supernatural ministry. The path to glory is paved with fiery trials. (26 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Pet. 4:8-19; (I Cor. 2:1-4); (I Cor. 4:1-2); (II Cor. 13:3); (Isa. 4:4-6) |
Topics: | Love; Word,Speaking; Stewardship; Rejoicing; Trials |
Series: | Expository; Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
THE PRINCIPLE OF WEAKNESS
Here is an apostolic teaching dealing with the ways of God. God establishes a principle of weakness which He imposes upon His ministers in order that His strength may come forth through them. (27 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | II Cor. 10:10; I Cor. 1:26-29; I Cor. 2:1-5,9-10,12; 9:22;I Cor. 4:9-21; II Cor. 11:22-30; II Cor. 12:7-12; 13:1-4,9 |
Topics: | Inadequacy; Trials;Apostle, Apostolic; Ministries |
Series: | The School of Prophets; Messages for the Ministries; He Gave Some to Be Apostles |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-27-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
RESTORATION DURING TRIBULATION
The restored church will move in the power and glory of God as His mouthpiece during the days of tribulation and judgment upon the whole earth. (28 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 4:16-22; Isa. 61:1-4; (I Cor. 2:1-4,13); (John 6:63) |
Topics: | Restoration, Restitution, Church; EndTime Events; Denomination; Tribulation; Judgment |
Series: | The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
A REMNANT OF DESTINY
There will be a remnant of God’s people who will walk in the restoration of the power of God. Will you be one of them? (30 min.)
Scriptures: | Isa. 61:1-11; (Gal. 6:9) |
Topics: | Remnant; Restoration, Restitution,Church; Destiny |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-25-R
This cassette tape contained the following 3 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE WAY OF DELIVERANCE
There is an interdependence that exists within the ministry of the Body of Christ. In this message we see the ministry of action, the ministry of authority, and the ministry of support working together to win the victory. (17 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Exo. 17:8-16 |
Topics: | Interdependence;Authority; Agreement |
Series: | Expository; You’re A Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH ORDER
God is teaching us divine order in this day of lawlessness. The book of Titus gives us basic teaching for the church and for the home. (18 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Titus 1:4-16; 2:1-15; 3:1-2; (I Pet. 5:1-2); (Jude 3) |
Topics: | Divine Order; Order, Home; Authority; Submission; Self-Discipline |
Series: | Expository; Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
FAITH OR NEGATIVE THINKING?
We are laying the patterns for the purest move of God since early apostolic times. The rule of the New Testament is, “Let everything be done unto edifying.” Much force is dissipated through negative thinking and speaking. (16 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | (Heb. 2:10); (I Cor. 14:26) |
Topics: | Faith, Exrpressed;Rejoicing; Maturity; End-Time Events |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-24-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
DID YOU CHECK THE BLUEPRINTS?
Is your church being built according to the pattern? Remember, His will and program are foremost. It is Christ, the living Head of His Church, who chooses the ministries and directs their actions. (28 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 13:1-5; 14:14; I Cor. 3:10-15; (I Cor. 12:18); (I Cor. 9:1-3) |
Topics: | New Testament Church; Church Order; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Lordship |
Series: | Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH PATTERNS, PAST AND PRESENT
The Lord has revealed a way to build the spiritual structure of the Church in a way that does not create a legal corporate structure hostile to the spiritual purposes of the Church. The Head of the Church has never quit. He has never needed anyone to act in His stead, as His voice. He is still capable of revealing His mind and choice, concerning His Church. (26 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 2:20; I Cor. 14:29; Eph. 4:8,11-12 |
Topics: | Divine Order; Lordship; Denomination; Ministries, Foundational |
Series: | Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-19-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
When apostolic order is established in the church, the people are led into new depths of understanding. They overcome their immaturity. The Living Word is written on their hearts, and they are ruined forever–they can never go back to the old order! (45 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 2:19-21; 4:1-7, 11-16; I Cor. 9:1-2; II Cor. 3:1-6; II Cor. 4:1-12; I Cor. 4:1-2; (Isa. 9:6-7);(Deut. 6:23); (I Cor. 15:8); (Rev. 2:2); (Acts 9:17); (I Cor. 12:18) |
Topics: | Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Ministries, Foundational; Apostle, Apostolic; Living Word; Stewardship |
Series: | The School of Prophets; He Gave Some to Be Apostles |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-16-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
This exposition of the first chapter of Luke parallels the ministry of John the Baptist with the remnant, which is coming forth in this day to speak a word from God that shall shake the old order and establish the Kingdom of God. (44 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 1:5-33,39-70,80; (John 16:13); (I Cor. 12:12) |
Topics: | Typology; Remnant; Old Order; New Order; Dealings; Prophetic Community, Company |
Series: | Expository; What New Wine Is Made Of Of; The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-12-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE DEPENDENCE OF THE DEDICATED
Dedication to the Lord involves the surrender of independence, the sacrifice of self, and a deep purpose of heart to support the ministries, both by prayer and practical service. (29 min.)
Scriptures: | Matt. 27:33-42; John 21:18-19; II Cor. 6:1-10; Phil. 4:12-13; I Cor. 9:19-23; II Cor. 12:7-11; 11:23-30; I Cor. 12:28; Matt. 27:55-56; Rom. 16:1-3,6,12; II Thess. 3:8; Acts 12:1-5; Eph. 6:18-20; I Thess. 5:25; Rom. 15:29-33; II Thess. 3:1-2; Heb. 13:18 |
Topics: | Dedication; Interdependence; Sacrifice; Helps, Ministry Of; Travail; Prayer |
Series: | The School of Prophets; You’re a Member of the Body–Function!; Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
STEPS TO RESTORATION
This message covers the three migrations from Babylon back to Zion from the books of Ezra and Nehemiah. Here are three phases of the path of restoration: 1) worship, 2) the Living Word spoken with authority to break hindering circumstances, and 3) the warring priesthood rebuilding the defenses for the people of God. (29 min.)
Scriptures: | Hag. 1:2-3; Zech. 1:18-21; (Neh. 6:3) |
Topics: | Restoration, Restitution, Church; Worship; Warfare; Living Word |
Series: | The School of Prophets; The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-11-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
GRACE ABOUNDS IN GIVING
Giving is a supernatural ministry of the grace of God. Any limitation which we have known in regard to giving, we have imposed upon ourselves through unbelief. (19 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | II Cor. 9:6-8; 8:1-2,7; Gal. 6:6-9; (Col. 1:28-29); (Matt. 6:33) |
Topics: | Giving; Grace; Tithing; Sow |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
IS YOUR RENT DUE?
Jesus Christ is Lord over your finances. Tithing is an acknowledgment of our part that we are stewards and not owners of what we possess. God’s promises to the giver are contingent upon a submission to Christ as Lord. Is your rent due? (36 min.)
Scriptures: | Gen. 14:12-24; 15:1-6; Heb. 7:1-3,25; (Rom. 4:16-23); (James 2:20-24); (Psa. 110:4); (Psa. 50:12) |
Topics: | Tithing; Principle; Lordship; Appearances, of Christ; Stewardship |
Series: | The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-08-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE MAKINGS OF A GREAT CHURCH
In this exposition of Psalm122, the various attitudes and responsibilities which are laid upon the members of the Body are outlined. We are exhorted to praise, to pray, to walk in faithfulness and to be devoted to the edification of the house of God. (31 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Psa. 122:1-9; (I Cor. 11:32); (Lam. 3:27) |
Topics: | New TestamentChurch; Praise; Judgment Seat of Christ; Intercession;Responsibility |
Series: | Expository; You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
THE POWER OF UNITY
The power and effectiveness of the church is multiplied and enhanced through the force that is generated by agreement. (41 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Lev. 26:8; Isa. 52:8; Matt. 18:19-22; Acts 1:14; Acts 2:1; 4:32; 5:12; I Cor. 1:10; (I John 1:7); (II Thess. 1:10); (Phil. 1:27); (Phil. 2:19-21); (Exo. 17:8-13); (I Cor. 14:4,12) |
Topics: | Unity; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Agreement; Relationships, Spiritual; Support |
Series: | How the Body Relates |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-06-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
APOSTLESHIP–A MAN FOR GOD’S WILL
From these passages in II Corinthians, we gain an inside view of the “heart” of the apostolic ministry of Paul. This message will move you and inspire you to a deeper appreciation of the apostles God is raising up in this hour. (38 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 4:1-21; II Cor. 10:1-18; 11:1-33; II Cor. 12:1-18; (Psa. 46:1) |
Topics: | Apostle, Apostolic; Ministries, Foundational; Love; Testing |
Series: | The School of Prophets; Expository; He Gave Some to Be Apostles |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
A LIVING WORD–THE BODY PERFECTED
Here is a very unique exposition of Ephesians, chapters 4 and 5, and II Peter, chapter 2. Each chapter is expounded by a flow of the Living Word pointing to the unity and perfection of the Body of Christ. (35 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 4:1-32; 5:1-21; II Pet. 2:1-22 |
Topics: | Living Word; Prophecy; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Unity; Submission; Rebellion; Righteousness |
Series: | Expository |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE CHURCH, THE RESTORATION, THE BRIDE
The church is not an organization; it is a living organism made up of the bloodwashed saints of God. This message gives a good contrast between Babylon and the restored New Testament Church. (44 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12-27; 3:3-4; Acts 3:19-26; Gal. 5:19-20; (Rev. 18:20); (III John 9-10) |
Topics: | Restoration, Restitution, Church; Denomination; Dead Works; Church, Early; Catholicism |
Series: | The Role of the Church in the End Time |
THE BRIDEGROOM CALLS THE BRIDE
The Bride of Christ enters into communion and fellowship with the heavenly Bridegroom, having escaped the darkness of winter and having entered into the progressive unfolding restoration of her place with God. (27 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Song of Sol. 2:10-17; (Matt. 25:5-6); (Eph. 5:26-27); (Rev. 19:6-8) |
Topics: | Bride of Christ; Preparation; Deliverance; Rapture; Joy |
Series: | Expository; The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-C0-02-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
PARADOXES OF MINISTRY
We are free slaves. We are blind believers. We rest with a burden. We conquer by yielding. We gain wisdom through foolishness. The humble are the great. Reproach brings us honor. (34 min.)
Scriptures: | Gal. 5:1; Heb. 11:27; II Cor. 4:18; Matt. 11:28-30; II Cor. 12:9-10; Mark 10:43-44; Matt. 13:12; Heb. 11:24-26; Mark 8:48; Acts 5:41 |
Topics: | Freedom; Faith, Expressed; Rest, God’s; Conquer, Conqueror; Wisdom, God’s; Bond Servant, Bondslave; Reproach |
Series: | Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
HOW TO BE INVINCIBLE
Christ has delegated His authority. It is operative in the submissive and the humble. Be bold to use the name of Jesus Christ! Blow the whistle on the devil wherever you find him! (16 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 1:18-23; 2:6; Luke 10:19;Matt. 28:18-19; (I John 3:8); (Acts 19:13-16); (James 4:7) |
Topics: | Authority; Submission; Submission, to the Lord; Humility; Boldness |
Series: | Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B3-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
The modern church has accepted professional leadership where one man does all the work. One man has said, “We would do well to refer to the pastor as a ‘playing coach’ in a ‘spiritual academy.'” (16 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 4:11-16 |
Topics: | Body of Christ, Body Ministry; New Testament Church, Now; Ministering; Participation |
Series: | You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-16-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE WAVE OFFERING
June 10, 1973 Sunday A.M. Val.
(42 min.)
Scriptures: | James 1:18; Lev. 23:9-21; I Cor. 15:20-28; Num. 28:26 |
Topics: | Firstfruits; Tithing; Sonship; Symbolism; Survival; Stewardship |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
EXHORTATION ON OUR GIVING
June 10, 1973 Sunday A.M. Val.
Exhortation: We are living in the true day of the first-fruit people, unique unto God. Many sons are being brought to glory.
Scriptures: | Gen. 4:3 |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-16-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 14, 1973 Thursday P.M. SoG.
The day of wisdom has come unto the remnant–the hour of effectiveness and fulfillment. (32 min.)
Topics: | Fulfillment; Joy; Manifestation of the Sons of God; Fruitfulness; Manchild Company; Victory |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-50-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
REVOLUTIONARY FAITH
God wants us to adjust to the revolutionary principles of the early New Testament church. They walked with an unlimited faith in what the grace of God could do in the life of a new convert. (49 min.)
Scriptures: | Philemon 1:16; (Gal. 3:27-28) |
Topics: | New Testament Church, Then; Divine Order; Faith, Vicarious; Attitude |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
NOTHING BUT CHANGE
God, who does not change, is bringing forth a people who will be open to continual change. The only secure people will be those who keep moving on with God. (35 min.)
Scriptures: | Mal. 3:6; Heb. 13:8; 11:3-10;(Matt. 24:32); (James 1:17); (Luke 21:26); (Hosea 6:3); |
Topics: | Change; Change,Circumstances; Change, Self; Pilgrim; God’s Limitation |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-44-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
New Testament believers did not pray to a force outside of themselves. They recognized the fusion of Christ within them. They became the executioners of His authority upon the earth. This message will jarr you into greater faith. (49 min.)
Scriptures: | Heb. 2:5-11; Matt. 11:25-30; Eph. 3:20; II Cor. 8:9; Rom. 8:29; (Acts 3:6);(Mark 16:17-18); (Eph. 1:3);(I Cor. 12:12) |
Topics: | Christ in You;Position; Restoration, Restitution, Man; Prayer; Identification; (Limitations); (Plan of God); (Authority) |
Series: | The School of Prophets; Christ Is a Many-Membered Body |
Rated: | JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-40-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
MINISTRIES IN THE BODY
This is a foundational teaching dealing with the New Testament pattern for the ministries in the Body of Christ.The ministry of an apostle is defined, as are the ministries of the deacon, elder and prophet. (20 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:28; Acts 15:1-7,22;Acts 15:32; (I Cor. 15:5-8);(I Cor. 14:29) |
Topics: | Ministries;Apostle, Apostolic; Deacon, Deaconess; Prophet; Local Church |
Series: | The School of Prophets; Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
MINISTRIES IN THE LOCAL CHURCH
Here is a basic teaching message dealing with the New Testament order for church services. The contrast between prophetic utterance and speaking in tongues is clearly outlined. (25 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:28,1-3; 14:1-4;I Cor. 14:14-15,17-19;(I Cor. 2:3-5); (Rom. 8:26) |
Topics: | Tongues; Prophecy; Ministering |
Series: | New Testament Church Services |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-13-11-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 2, 1973 Saturday P.M. SoG.
Life grows significant through faithfulness, and what you give. No matter how unacceptable and inadequate your offering seems to you, God will honor your gift. (54 min.)
Scriptures: | Rom. 12:1-6; I Kings 17:12; Eccles. 9:11; Isa. 41:14; Matt. 25:15; Matt. 14:17 |
Topics: | Giving; Dedication; Bondservant; Inadequacy; Consideration; Kindness |
Series: | Young People |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-13-09-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 9, 1973 Saturday A.M. Val.
The ministers God gives become issues, so that His Kingdom will bring down all the other kingdoms and cliques. (56 min.)
Scriptures: | Isa. 28:9-13; I Cor. 14:21-22; Psa. 2:1-12, 68:18; Acts 4:24-31; John 7:17 |
Topics: | Ministries; Old Order; Restoration, Restitution-church; Tongues; Persecution |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-13-07-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 2, 1973 Saturday A.M. Val.
Because of their disobedience, past generations failed to enter into God’s rest. The restored Sabbath initiates the vision of the coming Kingdom. (50 min.)
Scriptures: | Neh. 13:15-22; Heb. 4:1-9, 25; Isa. 56:6; Rev. 18:15; John 8:56 |
Topics: | Restoration; Teaching on the Kingdom; Labor; Objective; Obedience; New Testament Church; Faith Expressed |
Series: | Kingdom Sabbath |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-13-05-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE LIVING WAY–HEBREWS 10:12-22
May 20, 1973 Sunday A.M. Val.
Jesus Christ is the perfect provision–there remains nothing more we need. We draw near without reluctance, expecting to be made perfect.
Scriptures: | Heb. 10:12-22; 12:2; John 14:6, 10:9; Josh. 3:5; Prov. 13:12 |
Topics: | Provisions; Withdrawal; Anticipation; Growth; Access |
A NEW AND LIVING WAY
May 20, 1973 Sunday A.M. SoG.
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-13-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 19, 1973 Saturday P.M. Ana.
God allows delays. He is working out greater answers than we imagine. What God does is done for all time. (40 min.)
Scriptures: | Prov. 13:12, 3:5; Isa. 41:10, 43:1-3; Psa. 51:10; II Ki. 7 |
Topics: | Disillusionment; Faith-Creative; Hope; Hindrances; Pray; Love |
Series: | Young People |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-13-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 10, 1973 Sunday P.M. Val.
The Spirit of Pentecost in our hearts will give us the walk God wants with His blessings to the willing. (52 min.)
Scriptures: | Deut. 16:9-12, 16-17; Num. 21:5; Prov. 30:23 |
Topics: | Carefulness; Joy; Harvest; Anticipation; Murmuring; Circumstance |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-35-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE TRUE APOSTLE
God is restoring apostolic authority among a remnant of His people in preparation for the establishment of His Kingdom. This message outlines the qualifications which mark the true apostle. He is a free, commissioned bond servant of Christ who writes the word of God on the hearts of the people. (44 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 2:19-22; 4:10-16;I Cor. 9:1-2; 4:1-2;II Cor. 3:1-6; (Acts 14:14); (I Cor. 15:7-8); (II Cor. 4:1,7) |
Topics: | Apostle, Apostolic; Divine Order; Ministries,Foundational; Submission;Limitations; Instruments |
Series: | The School of Prophets; He Gave Some to Be Apostles |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
THE RESPONSIBILITY OF LEADERSHIP
This short, but potent, message deals with the problems and responsibilities which face the leaders that God is raising up. Every leader should consider diligently the principles that are set forth in this message. (14 min.)
Topics: | Leadership;Responsibility; Bond Servant, Bondslave; Intercession; Men of God |
Series: | The School of Prophets; What New Wine Is Made Of |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-27-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
A STEP BEYOND RESTORATION
The book of Joel gives us a picture of the spiritual vineyard of the Lord in the last days. First, it is ravaged. Then it is restored in the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. The restored Church will minister the judgments of God upon the earth. (24 min.)
Scriptures: | Joel 1:2-4; 2:23-32; 3:1-3; (Acts 2:19); (Amos 3:7);Dan. 11:32) |
Topics: | Restoration;Tribulation; Judgment; Right Spirit; Prophets; Second Coming |
Series: | The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, JRS Selected Messages |
A TIME OF DESTINY
The prophet Joel speaks of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the last days. The vineyard of the Lord is stripped. It has been restored. The Spirit of the Lord is poured out upon a remnant who ministers both deliverance and judgment. (23 min.)
Scriptures: | Joel 1:2-4; 2:23-32; (Acts 2:16-21) |
Topics: | Restoration, Restitution, Church; Remnant; Judgment; Tribulation; Weapon; End-Time Events |
Series: | The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-26-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
REBUILDING, REPAIRING, RESTORING
We are “building up the old waste p1aces.” “raising up the foundations of many generations.” We are “repairing the breach.” We are “restoring the paths to dwell in.” Seven phases of restoration are given. (33 min.)
Scriptures: | Isa. 58:6-12; (Dan. 11:32); (John 10:10) |
Topics: | History, Ancient; Restoration, Restitution, Church; Walk, Way; Walls; Knowledge, Acquired; End-Time Events |
Series: | The School of Prophets; The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
TWELVE AREAS OF RESTORATION
Here are twelve great areas of restoration: 1) the worship of the Lord, 2) the Lordship of Christ, 3) the rise of foundational ministries, 4) the return of impartation ministries, 5) the return of deliverance ministries, 6) New Testament order in the Church, 7) New Testament order in the home, 8) the prophetic Living Word, 9) perfection, 10) the world-wide witness of Body ministry, 11) the opening of the spirit realm, and 12) dominion over the material and financial realm. (35 min.)
Scriptures: | Isa. 60:1-7; 58:12; Gal. 3:29; (Acts 4:12); (Hag. 2:8-10) |
Topics: | Worship; Lordship; Ministries, Foundational; Deliverance; Church Order; Order, Home; Living Word; Perfection; Witness; Finances |
Series: | The School of Prophets; The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-24-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
LATTER DAY OUTPOURING OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
We see three different fulfillments of the prophecy of latter rain in the book of Joel. The first, on the natural plane, in Joel’s day. The second, on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2. The third and principle fulfillment is to take place in the end time as God pours out His Spirit in double measure. (44 min.)
Scriptures: | Joel 1:3-4; 2:23-32; Acts 2: 14-21; James 5:1-8; (Matt. 24:14); (Luke 21:28); (Eph. 5:18); (Amos 9:13); (Rom. 9:28) |
Topics: | End-Time Events; Outpouring; Latter Rain; Fulfillment, Progressive; Remnant; Pentecost |
Series: | The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
THE SIGNS OF THE OUTPOURING
Joel is the prophet of the outpouring. The principle fulfillment of Joel’s prophecy is reserved for the end time. Notice the following themes of his prophecy:
1) God’s ample provision,
2) favor on the restored church,
3) great victories,
4) great fruitfulness,
5) a double portion ministry,
6) a time of compensation,
7) praise, and
8) revival and deliverance. (26 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Joel 2:19-32; James 5:7-8; (Rom. 9:28); (I Pet. 4:17);(Psa. 22;3) |
Topics: | Outpouring; The Holy Spirit; Provisions; Restoration, Restitution, Church; Victory; Fruitfulness; Double Portion |
Series: | Expository; The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-09-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 8, 1973 Friday A.M. Val.
Whatever flows from God is inexhaustible in its fulfillment. Don’t despise your capacity; it will expand. (50 min.)
Scriptures: | Eze. 10:16-19, 11:23, 44:4; 47:1-6, 47:8-12, 43:1; Rev. 22:1-7, 14, 16-17; John 7:37-39 |
Topics: | Glory; Fulfillment; Life; Temple; Hunger; Fruitfulness |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-09-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 8, 1973 Friday P.M. Val.
The great day of destiny has come. Expect the anointing that will enable you to walk as sons of God. (47 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 1:8, 2:1; Isa. 6:8 |
Topics: | Dedication; Witness; Cross-Crucifixion; Martyr; Oneness; Destiny |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-23-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
In the wilderness God trains His army through which He shall move, to bring down the old order and establish His Kingdom upon the earth. David and his mighty men are a type of the remnant that is being forged as the instrument of God in this day. (55 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Chron. 12:2,8,14,16-18,21; I Chron. 12:32-33,38; I Sam. 22:2; (I Chron. 11:9) |
Topics: | Typology; New Testament Church, Now; Wilderness; Preparation; Army; Warfare; Unity; Body of Christ, Body Ministry |
Series: | Expository; The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-08-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 7, 1973 Thursday P.M. Val.
The people of God are being exposed to every level of spiritual assault. They will walk in complete immunity during days of judgment. (43 min.)
Scriptures: | Joel 2:11; John 5:18; II Thess. 2:4; Acts 2:16, 10:45; Joel 3:1 |
Topics: | Remnant; Immunity; End-Time Events; Fulfillment; Zion; Israel |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-08-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 7, 1973 Thursday A.M. Val.
A dedication to God’s dealings, to see an outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon our hearts. (52 min.)
Scriptures: | James 5:7-11; Hosea 5:14-15, 6:1-3 |
Topics: | Dealings; Outpouring; Preparation; Maturity; Sonship; Patience |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-22-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
DELIVERED TO SERVE IN DIVINE ORDER
The purpose of all deliverance is so that you can serve the Lord without restraint. God lays upon each member in the Body of Christ spiritual responsibility. With each new level of responsibility, there comes a corresponding level of authority. (39 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Exo. 10:8-11,24-26; I Cor. 11:3; (Heb. 13:17) |
Topics: | Deliverance; Servant; Divine Order; Submission; Order, Home |
Series: | You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
COMMITTED TO SUBMISSION
Your submission and obedience to those who are over you enable them to lead you on in God. (11 min.)
Scriptures: | I Thess. 5:12-13; Heb. 13:7,17,24 |
Topics: | Submission |
Series: | You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-07-05-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
April 27, 1973 Friday P.M. Val.
God has brought us the most divine dissatisfaction ever to satisfy a people. We are wooed like Rebekah, by the Holy Spirit telling us what the Lord is like; we are starry-eyed. (30 min.)
Scriptures: | Gen. 24:58-67, 25:1-2, 8 |
Topics: | Marriage; Family; Reward; Faithfulness; Relationships–Spiritual; Adultery; Contentment; Loneliness |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-07-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 6, 1973 Wednesday P.M. Val.
The Lord is bringing a day of vengeance, but to His remnant a full measure of joy and blessing. (50 min.)
Scriptures: | Isa. 40:1, 61:7; Rev. 18:4; Luke 4:13 |
Topics: | Judgment, Babylon; Joy; Violence; Wholeheartedness; Fullness; Remnant |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-07-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 6, 1973 Wednesday A.M. Val.
Blessed is the man who handles the Word of God like dynamite. Promises remain only potentials, until faith activates them. (30 min.)
Scriptures: | Zech. 10:1, 5-8; Job 38:25; Zech. 9:12-13, 16 |
Topics: | Outpouring; Fulfillments; Promises, God’s to Us; Latter Rain; Promises, Possessing Them; Abundance |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-21-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
GOD CREATES THE MEANS
The church is the means through which God will fulfill His eternal purposes. Through the church He will defeat Satan, He will bring His people into full maturity, and He will manifest His strength through weak and unworthy vessels. (43 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 3:1-21; 4:1-32; (Eph. 2:12-15); (II Cor. 5:19); (Gal. 3:29) |
Topics: | Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Divine Enablement; Wisdom, God’s; Ministries, Foundational; Word, Speaking |
Series: | Expository; The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
SHARING HIS AUTHORITY
We have a “power of attorney” to use the name of Christ. The authority of the believer depends upon his submission to the Lord Jesus Christ. (13 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 1:18-23; 2:1-2,6;Matt. 28:18-19; Luke 10:19;Acts 19:13-16; (James 4:7); (Eph. 5:21) |
Topics: | Authority; Boldness; Position; Submission, to the Lord;Humility |
Series: | Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-06-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
June 5, 1973 Tuesday P.M. Val.
Seek for God to pour out a double portion of His Spirit upon you! It is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. (38 min.)
Scriptures: | II Kings 2:9; Matt. 25:1; Joel 2:28; Acts 2:1; Isa. 61:7 |
Topics: | The Holy Spirit; Latter Rain; Outpouring; Greater Work; Witchcraft; Victory |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-20-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE PRODIGAL SON
There are none that need the Lord so much as those who are not aware of their need. The attitude of the elder brother in the story of the prodigal son parallels that of many self-righteous Pharisees in our day. This outstanding message will lead you to evaluate afresh your need for God, and will bring you to a deeper realization of His grace. (25 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 15:1-2,11-32; (Luke 18:9-14) |
Topics: | Awareness; Openness; Self-Righteousness; Pharisee; Mercy; Appropriation; Faith, Aggressive |
Series: | Expository; The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Do not stumble at what you do not know. Believe for a progressive unveiling of the truth. It will come to the degree that you are prepared to act upon it. (33 min.)
Scriptures: | John 13:7; 16:12-14, 25-27; I Pet. 3:14-18; Matt. 24:45-47; Heb. 2:1-4 |
Topics: | Growth; Maturity; Attitude; Acceptance |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-05-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 23, 1973 Wednesday P.M. Val.
God’s ministries carry His presence right into impossible circumstances. Live today anticipating tomorrow’s miracles. (30 min.)
Scriptures: | Josh. 3:1-6, 14:17; Luke 1:37; I Ki. 18; Exo. 3:4; Gen. 37 |
Topics: | Ministries; Miracles; Anticipation; Circumstances; Faith-Creative; Change-circumstances |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-05-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 31, 1973 Thursday A.M. Val.
Leave the realm of being an individual and minister as a channel of God. The majesty and glory of God will be shown through a limited and unworthy people. (14 min.)
Scriptures: | I Pet. 4:10-11; I Cor. 1:29; II Cor. 4:7; Isa. 41:15 |
Topics: | Ministering; Limitations; Inadequacy; Trust; Glory; Criticism |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-17-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE PATTERN OF THE CHURCH
Our objective in the ministry of this walk is to see a confirmed Living Word from God spoken to the hearts of God’s people. The -government of the church is based upon the foundational ministries, the elders, and the deacons. “Let the prophets speak two or three.” (39 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 2:1-4,13; 11:3-6; I Cor. 14:29; Heb. 13:7,17; I Tim. 2:11-12; Acts 4:29-31; Mark 16:19-20; Heb. 10:23-25; (II Cor. 13:1) |
Topics: | Living Word; Word, Speaking; Confirmation; Attendance, Church; Elders |
Series: | Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
CHURCH ATTENDANCE
The failure on the part of many of not coming to the house of the Lord constitutes a sin of omission. You are sustained by the flow of life that comes through “that which every joint supplies.” (19 min.)
Scriptures: | Heb. 10:23-31 |
Topics: | Attendance, Church; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Grace; Unity |
Series: | Expository; New Testament Church Services |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-16-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
REVELATION IS THE KEY
We are on dangerous ground if we are in a church without a personal revelation of Jesus Christ to our hearts. To know and walk with Christ is what this is all about! (28 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Matt. 16:13-20; (I John 2:27); (Eph. 2:20); (Acts 26:19); (II Cor. 3:5; 4:6-7); (Phil. 4:13); (Hosea 6:3); (Dan. 11:32) |
Topics: | Motivation; Knowledge; Revelation; Relationship, with the Lord; Sustained; Ability |
Series: | The School of Prophets; Expository |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
THE DISCIPLINE OF SONSHIP
Why does God keep-dealing with you? Because He wants you to become a “partaker of His holiness.” If Doesn’t He want you to be happy? His concern is more for your holiness than it is for your hapiness. (42 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Heb. 12:1-17; I Cor. 9:24-27; James 1:2-4; II Tim. 3:12; Rev. 3:19; (Phil. 1:6); (Heb. 11:24-26); (Matt. 6:33) |
Topics: | Chastening; Sonship; Persecution; Perseverance; Humility |
Series: | Expository; The School of Prophets; Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-14-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE LIVING WORD
It is evident from the first epistle of Paul to the Thessalonians that he was referring to the “spoken Living Word,” when he said, “For from you hath sounded forth the Word of God.” This message is foundational teaching which every minister of the Gospel should study and absorb. (41 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 17:1-10; I Thess. 1:2-10; I Thess. 2:1-1-14; II Thess. 3:1-2; Acts 10:44: 11:1: 12:24; Acts 13:5,7,44,49; 15:7; 17:11; Acts 19:11-20; (Heb. 4:2,12); (Rom. 10:17); (Acts 18:5) |
Topics: | Living Word; Word, Speaking; Scripture; New Testament Church, Then; Trials |
Series: | Expository; The School of Prophets; Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
EXPRESS YOUR CAPABILITIES
We cannot allow the attributes of God to remain static in us. They must grow and expand. Creative activity, manually and spiritually, is necessary to a man’s happiness. Fatigue won’t kill you–boredom will. (36 min.)
Scriptures: | I Thess. 2:17–3:13; 4:1; I Thess. 4:9-12,23; II Thess. 3:6-16 |
Topics: | Growth; Change; Love, in the Body; Work; Ministering; Faith, Aggressive |
Series: | The School of Prophets; Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-13-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
NEW WINESKINS
This message outlines the problems of transition which continually confront the progressive church. This is excellent apostolic teaching on the difference between this Walk and the old order. This message is a must for ministers who are coming out of Babylon. (35 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Mark 2:18-22; (Matt. 5:11-12) |
Topics: | Wineskins; Flexibility; Immunity; Transition; (Leadership) |
Series: | The School of Prophets; What New Wine is Made Of |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
THE INCOMPATIBILITY OF THE OLD AND NEW
The old is incompatible with the new. Old order ruts of thinking and forms of religion become the deadly enemy of every new step which God brings forth. We must dare to stand out as non-conformists to this age. (27 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 5:29-38 |
Topics: | New Order; New Testament Church; Change; Divine Order; Conformity |
Series: | What New Wine Is Made Of |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-01-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 31, 1973 Thursday P.M. SoG.
Nothing in us admits defeat! The noose shall be about the neck of the son of perdition. (60 min.)
Scriptures: | John 4:34; Exo. 12:15; Eccl. 11:1 |
Topics: | Fulfillment; Judgment-Satan; Half-heartedness; Promises-Possessing Them; Aggressiveness |
Series: | Feast of Pentecost |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-06-01-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 30, 1973 Wednesday P.M. Val.
We don’t want the hour of torment just ahead, but we cry for it as the destiny we will fulfill. We hold the door open for the day to come. (41 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 13:36; Rev. 17:5-6; Jer. 20:9 |
Topics: | Destiny; Survival; Redemption of Time; Organization; Tribulation; The Mine |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-11-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
A SHOWCASE CHURCH
Like the Thessalonian church of the first century, God is raising up “showcase” churches that will exhibit all of the virtues of God’s grace in the midst of conflict and persecution. (29 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Thess. 2:1-4,13; 1:3-10; (I Cor. 13:13); (Acts 19:20) |
Topics: | New Testament Church, Now; New Testament Church, Then; Living Word; Dedication |
Series: | The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
THE CLEAR VISION
The ministry of Christ in His first coming was restricted to “proclaiming the favorable year of the Lord.” His Second Coming will be initiated through His many-membered Body. They will walk in a double portion ministry of deliverance and judgment. (23 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 4:16-21; Isa. 61:1-4;7;Joel 2:23,28-32; (Joel 3:1-2); (Acts 2:17-18); (I Cor. 6:2-3); (Rom. 16:20); (Dan. 7:22) |
Topics: | Perception; End Time Events; Deliverance; Judgment; Double Portion |
Series: | Expository; The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-10-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
The book of Jude is a prophecy focusing on the end time. Through examples taken from the Old Testament, Jude gives us a warning of what would come against the restored New Testament Church and its ministries. (52 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Jude 1-13; (Judges 21:25); (Rom. 8:28); (I Cor. 6:5-6); (James 3:1); (Heb. 13:17); (I Cor. 3:4-6) |
Topics: | New Testament Church, Then; Apostasy; Restoration, Restitution, Church; End-Time Events; Grace; Purity; Right Spirit; Ministries |
Series: | Expository; The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-09-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
ACCEPTABLE LIVING SACRIFICES
The Old Testament animal sacrifices were given as a type of our presenting ourselves to God as “living sacrifices.” Part the hoof–walk with a broken spirit! Put on your fins and scales–be immune from your environment! Chew the cud-assimilate God’s Word thoroughly! (32 min.)
Scriptures: | Rom. 12:1-21; Deut. 14:6-20; John 15:3; (John 17:14-16) |
Topics: | Sacrifice; Cleansed; Purity; Diet; Renewing the Mind |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
THE PATTERN OF THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SERVICE
This message outlines a suggested pattern for the New Testament church service. Here are seven progressive steps: 1) the songs, 2) the praise, 3) the reading of the Scriptures, 4) prophecy and exhortation, 5) revelation, 6) teaching, and 7) prayer over the Word received. (41 min.)
Scriptures: | Titus 1:5; I Cor. 14:26; I Tim. 4:13; Col. 3:15-17; Eph. 5:18-20; Psa. 100:1-5; Heb. 13:15-16 |
Topics: | Church Services; Divine Order; Singing, Spiritual; Praise; Word, Reading; Prophecy; Revelation; Teaching; Prayer |
Series: | New Testament Church Services; The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-08-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
APOSTOLIC DIRECTION FOR THE NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH
Here are seven great apostolic directives given to the New Testament church: 1) disciplined unity, 2) disciplined labor, 3) disciplined emotions, 4) disciplined life, 5) disciplined prayer, 6) disciplined thought, and 7) disciplined actions. (29 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Phil. 4:1-9 |
Topics: | Unity; Self-Discipline; Discipline, Mind; Prayer; Movement, Motion |
Series: | Expository; Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
THE BODY OF CHRIST: PRINCIPLES OF MINISTRY
Here is an excellent exposition of Romans 12. The manifold ministries of Christ’s Body are defined. Instructions are given on how we are to relate toward those outside and those inside the Bodv of Christ. (25 min.)
Scriptures: | Rom. 12:1-21; (Gal. 5:15) |
Topics: | Body of Christ,Body Ministry; Ministries; Ministering; Love; Love, to Enemies |
Series: | Expository; You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-07-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
Jesus Christ is the Lord and Head of His Church. Through the gifts and ministries of the Holy Spirit He can directly convey His will and purpose for His Church. (58 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 4:7-16; Acts 13:1-2; Acts 14:14; (Isa. 26:13); (Eph. 1:23);(I Cor. 12-18);(Phil. 2:25); (I Cor. 9:1); (I Tim. 4:14) |
Topics: | Lordship; Restoration, Restitution, Church; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Ministries, Foundational |
Series: | Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-06-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
GOD’S BLUEPRINT FOR THE CHURCH
The Church is likened unto a building. From these passages in I Corinthians, we learn that there is a correct foundation and blueprint for the New Testament church. It is God’s Word unfolded through apostolic ministries. (36 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 3:1-17; 4:1-4; 1:5-7; (II Tim. 3:16-17); (Matt. 19:27,29); (Psa. 103:1-4) |
Topics: | Plan of God; New Testament Church, Then; Ministries, Foundational; Stewardship; Disciple, Discipleship |
Series: | Expository; Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
THE SUBSTANCE IS CHRIST
Christianity is not doctrines or the repetition of commandments. It is the exaltation of the Lord Jesus Christ who becomes our righteousness by faith. A man is not a Christian because he does not do things. He is a Christian because the life of Christ is within him. (36 min.)
Scriptures: | Col. 2:8-23; (I John 5:4); (Acts 4:12); (John 14:6); (Eph. 2:8-10); (John 6:28-29) |
Topics: | Philosophy; Lordship; Wisdom, God’s; Righteousness; Change |
Series: | Expository; Christ Is a Many-Membered Body |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-05-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
SET IN BY GOD
God is preparing the living stones to be set in their place in His spiritual temple. Happy is the person who submits to the shaping tools of God. Listen for that wonderful, little, mystical “thud” in the spirit, when you are set into your place. (27 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Kings 6:7; 7:46;Eph. 2:19-22; I Pet. 2:5,9 |
Topics: | Temple; Preparation; Body of Christ,Body Ministry; Oneness |
Series: | Messages for the Ministries |
ASSIMILATED INTO THE BODY
The members of the Body are related one to another. The Body executes the will of the Head. The Body processes are intake, assimilation, and elimination. These prevent its death. (38 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Col. 4:17; Rom. 12:1-19; I Cor. 12:18; Psa. 139:13-18; (II Cor. 3:2-3); (Eph. 4:16) |
Topics: | Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Faith, Vicarious; Evangelism, Personal |
Series: | Christ Is a Many-Membered Body |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-B0-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
The unity of the Body is created through the diversity of ministries which function in that Body. Let the Lord reveal to you the gifts and ministries that you are to have in the Body of Christ. (42 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:18-31,4-6; Eph. 4:1-3; Eph. 4:7-16; (Prov. 3:5-6); (Rom. 12:1); (II Cor. 13:1) |
Topics: | Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Diversity; Interdependence; Gifts, of the Holy Spirit; Conformity |
Series: | You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-05-24-09-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
HOW SHALL I THINK OF YOU?
May 6, 1973 Sunday P.M. Val.
Brother Stevens said: “God does bring to pass the faith fantasies of His people. I want to help that miracle taking place in you.”
Scriptures: | Eph. 4:11-16; Rev. 7:9-17; Phil. 4:13; Judges 6:11 |
TELL ME WHAT YOU WANT TO BE
May 6, 1973 Sunday P.M. SoG.
DES MOINES DEDICATION SERVICES 1973
Out of Print
Release #: 73-05-24-07-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 6, 1973 Sunday A.M. SoG.
Regrets come, but the greatest mistake is to do nothing. Open your eyes and see what’s going for you in God’s unseen world! (38 min.)
Scriptures: | I Ki. 19:4-8; Josh. 7:7; II Ki. 6:14-20; Prov. 3:12; Rom. 8:28; Gen. 17:18 |
Topics: | Defeat; Illusions; Awareness; Discouragement; Initiative; Criticize |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-05-24-05-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 5, 1973 Saturday P.M. SoG.
Whether our personal wars are won or lost, we determine to walk with the Lord and with the Body–to love them above everything. (55 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 19:41-44, 13:34-35; Ruth 1:15-18; II Tim. 4:7 |
Topics: | Love; Compassion; Defeat; Body of Christ; Body Ministry; Marriage |
Series: | Young People |
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Release #: 73-05-24-03-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 17, 1973 Thursday P.M. SoG.
Nothing God does is final; it is an open door to the next step. Your experiences can expand to prepare you for the next level. (30 min.)
Scriptures: | Heb. 7:25, 10:12-14; Psa. 23:5; John 14:2; Isa. 54:2; Matt. 24:14 |
Topics: | Unlimited; Salvation; Experiences; Growth; Change-Spirit; Old Order |
Out of Print
Release #: 73-05-24-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
REPENT AND PURIFY — Acts 3:19
May 6, 1973 Sunday A.M. Val.
God is preparing for the greatest unveiling ever made of His Son. Those who purify themselves will see Him.
Scriptures: | Acts 3:19-26; John 14:30; I John 3:3; Eze. 18; Heb. 4:12; I John 5:18 |
Topics: | Christ; Preparation; Repentance; Immunity; Purify; Wipeout |
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Release #: RN-18-B0-02-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT
Here are five basic differences between what God is doing now, and what has existed in contemporary Christianity. We strive for reality, not form. We seek divine commission, not human appointment. We follow divine direction, not human planning. It’s His Kingdom, not ours. We depend upon grace, not human striving. (7 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 13:1-3 |
Topics: | New Testament Church; Divine Order; Reality; Leading, Directed; Lordship; Grace |
Series: | What New Wine Is Made Of |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
THE THREEFOLD PATTERN OF MINISTRY
There are three basic phases of our ministry as believers. We minister to one another. Out of this comes the outreach from the Body to the ends of the earth. (42 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 13:1-4; II Cor. 4:5-18; II Cor. 6:3-10; (John 4:23-24); (Gal. 2:20); (Gal. 5:22); (Matt. 5:16) |
Topics: | Ministering; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Evangelism; Worship; Denomination |
Series: | What New Wine Is Made Of |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
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Release #: RN-18-B0-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
LED AND DIRECTED
Like the early church we must learn the healthy balance between waiting on God for direction and acting on the direction as it is received. Here is a basic message for the prophets who desire to get in motion in the will of God! (34 min.)
Scriptures: | Heb. 4:10-11; Acts 16:6-10; (Isa. 30:21) |
Topics: | Led; Will of God; Movement, Motion; Word, God’s; Revelation |
Series: | Messages for the Ministries; The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
PROVISION FOR MATURITY
Every saint has a call from God to move into a distinct ministry. The foundational ministries are given “for the perfecting of the saints unto the work of ministering.” (15 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 4:7-16;(Eph. 4: 3-13); (Col. 1:28-29) |
Topics: | Ministries, Foundational; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Impartation |
Series: | You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-98-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
May 1, 1973 Tuesday P.M. SoG.
Go through the baptism of fire. Battles are won and lost when we sleep instead of watch and pray. (30 min.)
Scriptures: | Mark 10:35-45; Matt. 26:31-47; I Sam. 16:1 |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-97-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
October 8, 1972 Sunday A.M. SoG.
God’s mirage will become apool of water today. No more deferred promises! (48 min.)
Scriptures: | Isa. 35:1-7 |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-96-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
DEDICATED TO THE RULES OF THE ROAD
October 8, 1972 Sunday A.M. Val.
Exhortation: Be dedicated to do what you are told.
PREPARED FOR EVERY GOOD WORK
October 8, 1972 Sunday A.M. Val.
Message: The fantastic age before us is not a mirage or an illusion. Prepare for every greater work God would work through you.
Scriptures: | Isa. 5:10,35:5-10 |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-44-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
AS BEES IN A CARCASS
Here is a spiritual analogy of the ministry of Christ’s Body. Samson is a type of Christ. The lion is a type of Satan’s defeat. The swarm of bees represents the church working together. This is one of the sweetest messages you will ever hear! (28 min.)
Scriptures: | Judges 14:5-14,18-20;(I Pet. 5:8); (Eph. 4:16); (Rom. 8:28) |
Topics: | Typology; Biblical Character, Samson; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Satan |
Series: | Expository; You’re a Member of the Body–Function!; How the Body Relates |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
HOW TO KEEP A GOOD THING GOING
Here are twelve basic causes for the waining of a spiritual state of revival in a church. (26 min.)
Scriptures: | Hab. 3:2 |
Topics: | Revival; Renewal; Participation; (Ruts) |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-43-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
When an individual is going through a deep experience of the cross of Christ, you cannot deliver him from God’s dealings, but there is one thing that you can do. You can let him know that you are “standing by” with love and faith (54 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | John 19:17-27; Phil. 1:27;Phil. 2:19-28; II Tim. 15:18;II Thess. 1:3-10; II Cor. 8:1-5 |
Topics: | Loyalty; Love, in the Body; Cross Experience; Faith, Vicarious |
Series: | Messages for the Ministries; How the Body Relates |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-41-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
Samson is a type of the church. His birth is miraculous. He performs great feats of strength. He enters into a period of darkness, and then is restored to his former strength.
Scriptures: | Judges 16:4-31; (Jude 3) |
Topics: | Biblical Character,Samson; Restoration, Restitution, Church; Betrayal; Typology |
Series: | Expository; The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-36-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THREE LEVELS OF INVOLVEMENT
Here are three stages of our progressive involvement in our walk with God: the reception of the word, dedication to the word, and exercising the word (28 min.)
Scriptures: | Phil. 1:27–2:2; Eph. 4:1-3; (Col. 1:24); (Heb. 13:17) |
Topics: | Development;Growth; Involvement;Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Ministering; Exercise; Hunger; Responsibility; Criticism |
Series: | You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
MEMBERS OF THE BODY OF CHRIST AND MEMBERS OF THE LOCAL CHURCH
Church membership in the New Testament Church is a spiritual status and a spiritual relationship. It is not like “joining a club.” The membership of the Body is a fellowship. It is not a legislative body. (25 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:12-27; (Acts 5:13-14) |
Topics: | Fellowship; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Relationships, Spiritual; New Testament Church; Unity; Faith, Vicarious |
Series: | Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-35-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH AUTHORITY
The New Testament church was based upon the rule of elders. This message identifies the basis of church authority as it is revealed in the pattern of the New Testament Church. (26 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 20:18-38; Titus 1:5;(Acts 14:23); (I Cor. 9:1-2) |
Topics: | Divine Order;Authority; Apostle, Apostolic; (Fundamentalist); (Catholicism) |
Series: | Order in the Local Church |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
THE PLACE OF THE FATHER MINISTRY
The Father ministry leads and educates the children in the ways of God. Like young Timothys, a company of submissive sons are being set apart for God. on tape of NT-91(18.035A), 26½ min.) (43 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 16:1-10; (I Cor. 4:15); (Josh. 24:15) |
Topics: | Family; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Children; Relationships, Natural; (Submission); (Ministries) |
Series: | He Gave Some to Be Apostles |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-34-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE DAY OF RESTORATION HAS COME
God is raising up a people to expedite the restoration of the New Testament Church. He is dealing with both external and internal hindrances in order that His people may be fruitful. (20 min.)
Scriptures: | Hag. 1:1-12,15 |
Topics: | Restoration,Restitution, Church; Temple; Hindrances; Preparation; Sacrifice; Right Spirit |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
THE TIDE OF RESTORATION
A positive trend of restoration has been taking place since the days of Martin Luther.We are in the day of the “restoration of all things.” (34 min.)
Scriptures: | Jude 3-4; Acts 3:19-21;Isa. 61:1-4; Mal. 3:1-4;Rev. 2; 4; 5; (Mal. 1:11); (James 5:7) |
Topics: | Restoration,Restitution, Church; Apostasy; Tribulation; Unity; Drugs; Hippies |
Series: | The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | For Mature Sons |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-32-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE RESTORATION OF SPIRITUAL ZION
Spiritual Israel is being restored. The return to Zion is witnessing several distinctive phases of restoration. They are outlined in this message. (37 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Isa. 60:1-8,11; 58:6-12;Acts 3:19-21; (Joel 2:28);(Gal. 3:29); (Eph. 2:11-13);(Acts 4:12) |
Topics: | Israel; Prophecy,Fulfillment; Restoration, Restitution, Church; Lordship; Perfection; Witness |
Series: | The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
THE HEAVENLY VISION
There is a dispensational significance to the Feast of Tabernacles. It is the time when the glory of the Lord will return to His house in a special way. His glory will sustain His people. (12 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 26:19; Neh. 8:8-10;(II Cor. 3:18); (Isa. 6:1-4) |
Topics: | Revelation, Sustaining; Feast of Tabernacles; Glory; Revelation,of the Lord |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-30-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
Hear ye! Hear ye! Old wineskins! You will have to adjust to the following truths:
1) Body ministry, and individual participation,
2) getting hands laid on your head,
3) your human spirit worshiping God,
4) Christ’s Lordship over you,
5) judgment ministered through the remnant,
6) a mystical walk with God,
7) no Bible school on earth is producing prophets, and
8) God will shake you out of all your ruts! (51 min.)
Scriptures: | Matt. 9:16-17; Luke 5:17-39;Joel 2:28; (I Cor. 2:1-4);(Heb. 12:26-29) |
Topics: | Restoration,Restitution, Church;Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Impartation; Worship; The Holy Spirit; Prophecy, Creative; Body, Soul, Spirit |
Series: | The School of Prophets; What New Wine Is Made Of |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-29-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
Here is a concentrated revelation teaching on authority. The need for authority over Satan is established. Practical steps are given to help you regain lost ground, overcome passivity, and move into His authority. (52 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 10:17-20; Exo. 17:8-16; Gen. 12:24-28; Psa. 149:4-9; Col. 1:13; (Phil. 2:9-11) |
Topics: | Authority; Power; Wisdom, God’s; Endurance; Passivity; Rejection; Initiative |
Series: | The School of Prophets; Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-27-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THREE PHASES OF RESTORATION
The three major migrations back to Palestine from the deportation to Babylon are a type of three areas of restoration in this day. First, the worship is restored. Second, the true patterns of God’s word are committed to the people. Third, the walls and defenses of Zion are built again. (23 min.)
Scriptures: | Ezra 3:1, 10-11, 13; I Cor. 3:10-15; Neh. 1:1-4; (Psa. 125:2) |
Topics: | Restoration, Restitution, Church; Warfare; Limitations; End-Time Events; Remnant |
Series: | The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
THE TABERNACLE OF DAVID
Amos prophesied the restoration of the tabernacle of David. David’s tabernacle signified continuous worship of the Lord. All the nations will worship God without ceasing. (43 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 15:1-22; II Sam. 6:1-18;I Chron. 15:1-4,12-16; 16:1-7;I Chron. 16:25-29,37-43;Amos 9:11-15 |
Topics: | Typology; Worship; Divine Order; Restoration; Restitution, Church |
Series: | Expository; The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-25-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE RESTORATION
The Scriptures identify these days as the time of restoration of the power and the purity of the Church. Here are twelve distinctive characteristics of this restoration: 1) worship, 2) His Lordship, 3) foundational ministries, 4)impartation ministries, 5)deliverance ministries, 6) New Testament Church order, 7) divine order in the home, 8) the Living Word, 9) the human spirit being perfected, 10) the world-wide ministry, 11) the opening of the spirit realm, and 12)dominion over the material and financial realm. (31 min.)
Scriptures: | Isa. 58:6-12; Acts 3:19-21; Joel 2:25-29; (Joel 1:1-4); (Eph. 4:11); (Ezek. 37:1-12); (Psa. 50:6) |
Topics: | Restoration, Restitution, Church; Gifts, of the Holy Spirit; Worship; Lordship; Ministries, Foundational; Impartation; Order, Home; Living Word; Warfare |
Series: | The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
FOUR GREAT PRINCIPLES IN THE RESTORATION OF THE CHURCH
Here are four principles which turn loose God’s power in the restored Church. 1) The beginning of all wisdom is to discern the season in which you are living. 2) We must by divine grace learn to live in His strength. 3) The unity of the Body is its effectiveness. 4) Appropriation is the key to possession. (42 min.)
Scriptures: | Prov. 30:1-4,24-28; Psa. 18:1-3; 144:1-2; Matt. 18:19; (Heb. 12:16-17); (Acts 3:19-21); (James 2:5); (Isa. 32:2); (II Tim. 2:5); (Eph. 1:3); (II Pet. 1:3-4) |
Topics: | Restoration, Restitution, Church; Wisdom, God’s; Grace; Unity; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Appropriation |
Series: | The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-24-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
The New Testament apostles warned the Church of the impending falling away. The Dark Ages were the falling away of which Paul spoke. From the days of Martin Luther we have been in a pattern of restoration. “Contend earnestly for the faith once for all delivered to the saints!” (54 min.)
Scriptures: | I Thess. 2:17–3:13; 4:13–5:23; I Thess. 1:3–2:17; (Rev. 2:13); (Matt. 24:36) |
Topics: | Church, Early; End-Time Events; Resurrection Life; Outpouring; Antichrist; Denomination |
Series: | Expository; The School of Prophets; The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-22-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
GOD’S MASTER PLAN
The great warfare of the ages is coming to the head in an all-out, open conflict between principalities and powers, and the Church of the living God. The commissioned Church will prevail in authority! Fourteen guidelines for the Church are given in this message. (39 min.)
Scriptures: | Rev. 19:1-21; John 20:19-23; Mark 16:14-18; Matt. 28:18-20; Luke 24:47-49 |
Topics: | Plan of God; End-Time Events; Bride of Christ; Authority; Power; Warfare |
Series: | The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
THE GREAT BODY OF JESUS CHRIST
The Body of Christ is a spiritual corporation of which Jesus is the Head. He designates various ones to execute the purposes of the corporation We are the expression and the extension of His fullness in the earth. (30 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 1:20-23; I Cor. 12:3-14;I Cor. 12:27-31; 13:1-8;I Cor. 14:1-5; (John 16:7);(I Cor. 12:12); (John 15:7); (Mark 16:17-18); (Amos 3:1-12) |
Topics: | Body of Christ; Body Ministry; Christ in You;Unity; (School of Prophets);(Children) |
Series: | Christ Is a Many Membered Body |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-20-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE BASIC OBJECTIVE OF THE CHURCH
The basic objective of a New Testament church is to bring every member into the ability to be led by the Spirit. Personal ministry must never replace the requirement for each saint to know the voice of God for himself. (26 min.)
Scriptures: | John 14:25-26; 16:12-15; (John 14:6); (I John 2:27); (I Cor. 2:9-10) |
Topics: | Goals; Leading, Directed; Knowing the Lord; The Holy Spirit; Experiences |
Series: | The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
SERMON ON THE PLAIN
Ministries will walk in the reality of God’s word when they act upon it. Active involvement with the needs of others is the mark of the mature ministry. (31 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 6:16-49; Psa. 18:26; Mark 11:25; Matt. 6:14-16 |
Topics: | Appropriation; Faith, Aggressive; Change; Movement, Motion; Attitude; Involvement; Love |
Series: | Expository; The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-19-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
ESTABLISHING AN APOSTOLIC MINISTRY
God is creating and establishing apostolic authority within the Church. Those who are submissive to apostolic authority are immune from deception. They also partake of the mantle of anointing which rests upon the apostle to whom they are submissive. (29 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 13:1-4; 14:4; (Eph. 6:1); (I Cor. 10:3,10);(Jer. 12:5); (Acts 2:42); (I Tim. 2:11,13); (John 7:17); (Eph. 4:11-16) |
Topics: | Apostle, Apostolic; Divine Order; Submission, to Ministries; Deception; Relationships, Spiritual |
Series: | The School of Prophets; He Gave Some to Be Apostles |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
DEVELOPING UNDER APOSTOLIC AUTHORITY
The Lord brought us out of the old order to bring us under the apostolic foundational teaching whereby we might grow and develop under wise supervision. (27 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 4:11-16; II Cor. 10:1-9; (Eph. 2:20; 4:3); (Deut. 6:23) |
Topics: | Apostle, Apostolic; Lordship; Submission, to Ministries; Growth; Authority; Meekness |
Series: | The School of Prophets; He Gave Some to Be Apostles |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-17-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
CHURCH ATTENDANCE AND MEMBERSHIP
When we open our hearts to give, we tap into the perpetual motion of God’s blessing upon our lives. We are exhorted to “cease not the assembling of ourselves,” but to give diligent attention to be found in the house of God, where the ministry of the Body will strengthen our hands. (32 min.)
Scriptures: | Heb. 10:23-27; I Cor. 12:18; Luke 6:38; Prov. 11:24-25; Mal. 3:10-11; I Cor. 14:26; (Heb. 7:1-17); (Matt. 6:33); (Eph. 5:15); (I Cor. 12:21); (Deut. 12:1-13); (II Cor. 9:6-8) |
Topics: | Attendance, Church; Priority; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Giving; Oneness; Tithing |
Series: | New Testament Church Services |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
SOME ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS
This message defines what it means to be set in a local church. The “questionable things” are answered.Eternal security is given its true definition. (22 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:18; Rom. 14:22;Isa. 58:6-7; I John 3:6-9;I John 2:1; 1:8; 2:12-14; John 10:27-28 |
Topics: | Body of Christ Body Ministry; Family Devotion; Maturity |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-15-R
This cassette tape contained the following 3 messages by John Robert Stevens.
CHANNELED RESPONSES
This message is the first of a series of three, dealing with basic principles by which one may move more effectively as a member of the Body of Christ. In this study we learn the value of disciplined, channeled responses to spiritual stimulus. (30 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:12-28; Matt. 16:13-23; 5:11-12,39-48; Acts 4:32-37; 5:1-11; (Titus 2:11-12) |
Topics: | Responses; Will, Determination; Cross Experience; Wipeouts; Nature, Adamic and Christ |
Series: | Principles for Effective Body Ministry |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, JRS Selected Messages |
SIMPLIFIED GOALS
This message deals with the principle of “simplifying by subordinating.” If we are to see our young people rise ‘in God above the forces of this age, we must be dedicated to constantly set before them something bigger than themselves to live for. (37 min.)
Scriptures: | Deut. 4:1-5,8-10; Phil. 2:19-21; II Tim. 2:4; (Hosea 10:2,4); (Deut. 6:4-5); (Psa. 103:1) |
Topics: | Self-Discipline; Simplify; Subordination; Discipline, Time; Children; Family Devotion; Education; Blessing, Children |
Series: | Principles for Effective Body Ministry |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
VERSATILE POSITIONING
Here is a third principle of effective Body ministry. Learn to position yourself with versatility in the Body, e.g., in front of the weak, as a shield; beside the courageous, to assist in the battle; behind the leaders, to back them up. (18 min.)
Scriptures: | I Thess. 5:8-28; I Cor. 9:19-22; 14:12,26; I Cor. 12:25 |
Topics: | Position; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Relationships, Spiritual; Love, in the Body; Edification |
Series: | Principles for Effective Body Ministry |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-12-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
This message gives us seven essential indications of our place in the Body of Christ:
1) our personal reaction to spiritual stimulus,
2) our personal participation in the life of the Body,
3) our personal development and growth,
4) the subordination of our personal interests,
5) our submission to the Head,
6) our shielding and assisting of other members, and
7) our coordination with other members. (57 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 12:12-31; (John 16:7); (Matt. 11:28-30); (II Cor. 5:17) |
Topics: | Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Involvement; Maturity; Interdependence; Loyalty; Relationships, Spiritual; Responses |
Series: | The School of Prophets; You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-11-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
“THERE MUST BE ALSO HERESIES…”
Mystery Babylon, the harlot, is contrasted with Zion, the pure Bride of Christ. Though we are in the battle of the ages, we will prevail through the victory given to us by the grace of God. (29 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 11:19; Rev. 19:14-15; Psa. 2:1-14 |
Topics: | Last Days; Babylon; Bride of Christ; Prophecy, Creative; Warfare; Deliverance |
Series: | The Role of the Church in the End Time |
BODY ACTION
Here are ten ways by which we may more effectively participate in Body ministry: 1) preparation, 2) proper approach, 3) promptness of response, 4)listen for the keynote, 5) a unified focus, 6) prayerfulness, 7) let edification be the rule, 8) stay in motion, 9) avoid overconscienciousness, and 10) esteem highly everybody’s contribution. (29 min.)
Scriptures: | Eph. 5:18-21; I Cor. 14:12 |
Topics: | Preparation; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Focus; Prayer; Edification; Movement, Motion |
Series: | The School of Prophets; You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-10-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
The three chapters of the book of Titus are expounded in this message. Titus, chapter one, shows the structure of the local church. Titus, chapter two, gives basic teaching for the local church. Titus, chapter three, shows what is to be our sound emphasis and testimony. (58 min.)
Scriptures: | Titus 1:16; 2:1-15; 3:1-15; (John 14:12); (Rom. 1:1); (II Cor. 10: 3-6); (Eph. 2:8-10); (Gal. 3:29) |
Topics: | New Testament Church; Church Order; Elders; Order, Home; Teaching; Faith, Vicarious |
Series: | Expository; Order in the Local Church; The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
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Release #: RN-18-A0-09-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
The Body of Christ is coming into collective experiences. The New Testament Church is not an organization, but a spiritual Body to which the Head reveals His will. (73 min.)
Scriptures: | I Tim. 4:14; I Cor. 12:19-27; I Tim. 1:18-19; (Eph. 2:19); (Acts 15:6,22,28); (I Cor. 11:3) |
Topics: | Personal Ministry, Teaching On; Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Divine Order; Confirmation; Submission, to Ministries |
Series: | New Testament Church Services |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-A0-08-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
THE RESTORATION OF THE CHURCH
Though this is a brief message, it is packed with revelation teaching concerning the restoration of the church in our day. We are also given a vivid description of the early apostolic age and how its power and purity is to be established again in our midst. (34 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 3:19-21; Jude 3-4; Acts 13:1-4; III John 9; II John 7; (Dan. 11:32); (Hosea 6:2); (Heb. 1:1); (John 7:17); (II Thess. 1:10); (Heb. 6:4-6); (I Cor. 12:12); (II Kings 6:15-17); (I Cor. 2:9-10, 12); (II Cor. 13:1); (I Cor. 14:29); (I Cor. 3:9); (Mark 16:20) |
Topics: | Restoration, Restitution, Church; Parousia, Presence of the Lord; End-Time Events; Lordship; Faith-Builders; Grace |
Series: | The School of Prophets; The Restoration of the New Testament Church |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY
As we progress into the “powers of the age to come,” we are coming into the manifestation of sympathetic signs for each other’s needs. There is a transparency in the Body. There is also a greater love coming with the gifts of revelation. (24 min.)
Scriptures: | Rom. 8:9-11; Heb. 4:14-16; I Cor. 12:26; (Eph. 3:16-21); (Matt. 25:34-46); (John 14:12); (Dan. 11:32) |
Topics: | Terminology; Signs; Transparent; Sensitivity; Spirit, Spiritual; Body of Christ, Body Ministry |
Series: | Messages for the Ministries |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-A0-07-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
Here is an outstanding prophetic exposition of Luke, chapter 1. The story of John the Baptist and the birth of Jesus Christ give us a picture of the end-time prophetic company that is coming forth to proclaim the Kingdom of God. (58 min.)
Scriptures: | Luke 1:1-48,51-53,57-80; Rev. 12:1-6; (Isa. 37:3); (Isa. 66:9); (Luke 16:16); (Joel 2:28-32); (Matt. 11:25-26) |
Topics: | Typology; Prophetic Community, Company; Denomination; End-Time Events; Kingdom Age; Old Order; New Order |
Series: | Expository; The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-A0-05-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
Christ is a many-membered, mystical Body. Christ assumed our humanity in order that we might become mature sons of God. This message is excellent foundational teaching on the restoration of the Body of Christ and the role that it is to fulfill in the establishment of God’s Kingdom upon the earth. (58 min.)
Scriptures: | Rev. 12:7-17; Psa. 139:15-18; John 12:20-36; Rom. 8:28-30; Mark 4:26-29; (Heb. 2:17); (Eph. 1:23); (I Cor. 12:12); (Heb. 4:15); (James 5:7-8); (II Pet. 1:20); (Phil. 3:20-21) |
Topics: | Body of Christ, Body Ministry; Sonship; Christ in You |
Series: | Christ Is a Many-Membered Body; The School of Prophets |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching, For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-A0-01-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
INDIVIDUAL STEWARDSHIP
The New Testament church taught responsibility and individual stewardship. Body ministry does not negate our individual responsibility to walk faithfully as a member of His Body. (48 1/2 min.)
Scriptures: | Acts 4:32; 5:16; I Cor. 4:1-6; II Thess. 3:6-15; I Tim. 5:9-18 |
Topics: | Responsibility; Faithfulness; Church, Early; Stewardship; Walk, Way |
Series: | You’re a Member of the Body–Function! |
MINISTER TO THE NATURAL–RECEIVE FROM THE SPIRITUAL
The people who share the burden to supply the physical needs of the ministries receive the greatest benefit in spiritual returns from them. (34 min.)
Scriptures: | I Cor. 9:3-14; II Cor. 8:1-9; Matt. 10:41-42; (II Tim. 2:6-7); (I Tim. 5:17) |
Topics: | Support; Ministries; Responsibility; Giving |
Series: | Delicious Leftovers |
Rated: | Foundational Teaching |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-18-10-54-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
Babylon caused the early church to fall away from its original purity and power. The tide of restoration which began five hundred years ago is rising to new heights in this generation. This message describes the vision of the New Testament church and the role that it plays in opening up new spiritual frontiers. (63 min.)
Scriptures: | II Thess. 2:1-4; (II Cor. 1:20); Rev. 18:4-5); (Eph. 2:11-13); (Jude 3) |
Topics: | New Testament Church, Then; Restoration, Restitution, Church; Antichrist; Vision |
Series: | The Role of the Church in the End Time |
Rated: | For Mature Sons, JRS Selected Messages |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-14-A0-56-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
February 8, 1973 Thursday A.M. Val.
Expository: What emphasis should we place on giving? We’ll be constantly called to sacrifice, beginning with what we have. (19 min.)
Scriptures: | Phil. 4:18-19 |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-13-A0-48-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
December 3, 1972 Sunday P.M. SoG.
Invest in God’s word. Hang onto it and walk with anticipation. Faith sees beyond the impending tribulation. (19 min.)
Scriptures: | Jer. 32:2-17, 25-27, 33:1-3 |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-12-A1-12-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
January 18, 1973 Thursday P.M. SoG.
Real faith is born in warfare and testings. You will never fail if you’re dedicated to walk in God’s dealings as well as results. (20 min.)
Scriptures: | James 1:2-4 |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-12-A1-11-R
This cassette tape contained the following 2 messages by John Robert Stevens.
I AM WHAT GOD SAYS I AM
January 7, 1973 Sunday A.M. Val.
Whatever is born in the heart of God is done. Open up! Let the Lord work His perfect will for your life.
Scriptures: | Rom. 4:16-21; II Cor. 1:20 |
I AM WHAT GOD SAYS I AM
January 7, 1973 Sunday A.M. SoG.
God limits Himself to His promises to you–and thus He looses you into His unlimited power! What God says about you, believe it!
Scriptures: | Rom. 4:16-21; II Cor. 1:20 |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-12-A1-10-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
November 16, 1972 Thursday P.M. SoG.
God renews His word and promises again and again. His love is not an impersonal force. (40 min.)
Scriptures: | Psa. 78:13-25; Rom. 4:20-21; I Thess. 2:15, 5:18; Psa. 27:13 |
Out of Print
Release #: RN-12-A1-09-R
This cassette tape contained the following message by John Robert Stevens.
September 2, 1972 Saturday A.M. Val.
How wonderful is Christ’s great provision for us; but it means nothing if our faith does not appropriate it. (18 min.)
Scriptures: | I John 5:4-5; |
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