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Chosen: The Doctrine of Predestination Paperback – 1 Jan. 2023
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
This book deals with aspects of the Reformed Doctrine of Predestination.
It deals with topics such as the Sovereignty of God, Foreknowledge, Predestination, (Election), Calling, the Will of God and the Will of Man.
By using scripture alone, this book is an attempt to put forward in the clearest way, the understanding that salvation is all of God and not of man.
That before the regeneration of man takes place, he cannot prepare himself, or do anything to contribute to his salvation and that he is totally separated from God by a sinful nature and that God alone is the author of our salvation. Those who are saved are saved because God has chosen them for salvation. The Holy Spirit has given life to a dead spirit and understanding to a mind blinded by sin and by Satan. Those who are saved may be said to choose God, but only after God has first chosen them for salvation:
In the following scriptures we will see, that we did not choose God but that it was Him that chose us. That we were not saved by anything that we have done but it is all of God.
The Times of the End Paperback – 1 Jan. 2023
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
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The aim of this book is to try to bring some understanding to the many prophecies in the Old Testament concerning the return of Jesus Christ, the Messiah to this earth.
In the Bible, there are many verses relating to the first coming of a Messiah, which the Christian church believes was fulfilled in Jesus of Nazareth. At His first coming He came as a suffering servant to die in order to redeem man to God. There are also numerous prophecies concerning His second coming, when Jesus will return as the Son of David, the conquering King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
He will at that time, return to judge the unbelieving world and to set up a Millennial reign of one thousand years on the earth.
There are prophesied, certain things that will occur prior to His return.
There are also many scriptures found in the New Testament that verify this fact.
Quotes from Jesus Himself and teachings by His Apostles.
This book is an attempt to try and understand the times of the end and some of the events that lead up to the second advent of Jesus Christ.
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The Functions of the Holy Spirit Paperback – 14 April 2024
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
The Functions of the Holy Spirit is the way the the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost effected the disciples of Jesus Christ. Before the day of Pentecost, the disciples were hidden away in fear of the Jews. Jesus had promised that if He went away, He would send the Holy Spirit to minister to them.
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The Holy Spirit Paperback – 14 April 2024
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
A simple study on the Holy Spirit.
When Jesus ascended to the Father, He told His disciples that when He was gone, the Holy Spirit would come.
This happened on the Day of Pentecost in an upper room. In that room were around a hundred and twenty believers. They all were Baptised with the Holy Spirit.
This was an essential work that was given that they might receive power to fulfil the commission of Jesus, “Go into all the world and make disciples of all men”.
This book is about the coming of the Holy Spirit, His work and His Functions in the lives of believers in Jesus Christ.
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Paul's Letter to Titus Paperback – 24 Sept. 2025
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
Titus is one of three Pastoral Epistles written by the apostle Paul, along with 1 Timothy and 2 Timothy.
In this letter the Apostle Paul addresses two major topics: church leadership qualifications
and dealing with offenders in the church.
Paul addresses the recipient as Titus, a fellow missionary. Paul left Titus in Crete to serve as a church leader with the important task of selecting elders to oversee individual house churches on the island.
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Terror and Glory: Selected Chapters from the Book of Isaiah Paperback – 14 April 2024
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
The Prophet Isaiah prophesied between 740 to 680 BC.
The nation of Israel had divided into two separate kingdoms about 930 BC. The Northern kingdom of Israel (including the cities of Shechem and Samaria), and the Kingdom of Judah, (containing Jerusalem) in the south.
In 722 BC the Assyrian kingdom invaded Israel and Israel fell.
Isaiah continued to prophecy to Israel and Judah.
The reason for the prophesies of Isaiah was because of the disobedience of Judah. Israel had rebelled against God and become a wayward, sinful nation, which was not something new. This shows the compassion and longsuffering character of God.
God’s complaint about Judah and Israel was their stupid attitude to His care.
God compares them to the animals, the Ox and the Donkey.
Even these dumb animals are not as dumb as the Israel and Judah.
Even a dumb ox knows its owner and a dumb donkey knows its masters bed, Is 1:3.
Isaiah preached in troubled times to a wayward people.
He preached repentance, he preached of a coming Messiah and that it was only through returning to God would they be saved.
The book of Isaiah provides us with the most comprehensive prophetic picture of Jesus Christ in the entire Old Testament. It includes the full scope of His life: the announcement of His coming (Isaiah 40:3–5), His virgin birth (7:14), His proclamation of the good news (61:1), His sacrificial death (52:13–53:12),
Isaiah preached in troubled times to a wayward people.
He preached repentance, he preached of a coming Messiah and that it was only through returning to God would they be saved.
The book of Isaiah provides us with the most comprehensive prophetic picture of Jesus Christ in the entire Old Testament. It includes the full scope of His life: the announcement of His coming (Isaiah 40:3–5), His virgin birth (7:14), His proclamation of the good news (61:1), His sacrificial death (52:13–53:12),
Isaiah preached in troubled times to a wayward people.
He preached repentance, he preached of a coming Messiah and that it was only through returning to God would they be saved.
The book of Isaiah provides us with the most comprehensive prophetic picture of Jesus Christ in the entire Old Testament. It includes the full scope of His life: the announcement of His coming (Isaiah 40:3–5), His virgin birth (7:14), His proclamation of the good news (61:1), His sacrificial death (52:13–53:12),
Isaiah contains one of the clearest expressions of the gospel in all the Old Testament. Even from the first chapter, it is clear that the people have turned away from God and failed in their responsibilities as His children (Isaiah 1:2–17). Yet God miraculously holds out hope to this unrepentant people, offering cleansing of sins and the blessing that comes with faith and obedience in Him (1:18–20). Salvation lies only in God—the only question is whether or not we will accept His offer.
The Petrine Epistles: 1st & 2nd Peter Paperback – 1 Jan. 2023
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
The first epistle of Peter is written to the persecuted church, namely the pilgrims of the Dispersion in Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia.
It is a powerful reminder that they have hope in the midst of their suffering.
Christians should expect to face hostility because of their witness of Jesus Christ, so these letters are very relevant for today’s church.
He reminds Christians of the responsibility to live holy lives in the midst of tribulation. He speaks of the roles of husbands and wives and how Christians should behave as ambassadors for Christ.
Peters first letter ends with the exhortation to leadership, Elders and Deacons and how they are to shepherd the church of God.
In his second epistle Peter warns the church members about false prophets and false teachers who will come among them and seek to lead Christians astray.
These wicked teachers will deny the Lord Jesus and speak evil of the Gospel
2 Peter closes with a passionate farewell speech addressed to the same messianic church communities as 1 Peter.
The overall challenge of these epistles is to stand firm in the faith, resist evil and grow in the faith whilst waiting for the coming of Christ,
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The Preservation of Israel: The Apple of God's Eye Paperback – 16 Jan. 2023
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
The preservation and continuity of the Jews is something that is nothing more than a miracle. To many it is historically inexplicable. Down through the ages, the Jews have been on the receiving end of hatred and persecution, yet they have not only survived but occupy the very land that God promised to them as a nation.
When God made an unconditional covenant with Abraham, He meant an everlasting covenant. The Preservation of Israel is a book that explains how and why the Jewish nation has been kept by God.
In the face of persecution right from the beginning of time, God has remained faithful to His promises to the nation that He chose from among all the nations.
A nation that He called “The apple of My eye”.
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The Epistle of James Paperback – 1 Jan. 2023
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
The writer of this epistle refers to himself in James 1:1 as "James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ" who is writing to "the twelve tribes scattered abroad".
James letter is addressed to the early Christian churches (“to the twelve tribes in the dispersion”) and attributed to James, a Christian Jew, whose identity is disputed.
There are different views on which James actually authored this epistle but it is thought to be James the brother of Jesus, known as “James the Just”.
The letter is more about morals rather than dogma and it reflects early Jewish Christianity.
The writer covers such topics as endurance under persecution, poverty and wealth, control of the tongue, care for orphans and widows, cursing, boasting, oaths, and prayer.
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Hosea a Minor Prophet: Hope in the Midst of Doom. Paperback – 18 Feb. 2023
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
Hosea is the first of the twelve minor prophets in the Hebrew Bible. His writings date from the 8th century BCE and his prophecies extended over 60 years, from King Jeroboam II (787-747 BCE) to King Hoseah (731-722 BCE).
He was one of the first to write down his prophecies. He was one of the prophets whom God uses to portray a message of repentance to God's people.
Through Hosea's marriage to Gomer, God, also known as Yahweh, shows his great love for his people, comparing himself to a husband whose wife has committed adultery.
Hosea is book that uses allegory and metaphor of human sexuality and adultery to show God’s love for His people Israel.
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Gnosticism: Its Effects on Christianity Paperback
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
Gnosticism was a heresy that plagued the early church. It was opposed by the Apostles and subsequently by the early church Fathers.
Gnosticism has never really disappeared and still is evident in the churches of Christianity today.
Many cults have their origins in Gnosticism and it has infiltrated the evangelical denominations.
There are genuine born again believers whose doctrinal interpretations of particular subjects, have their roots in Gnosticism.
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The Epistles of the Apostle John: Simple studies in the Letters of John Paperback – 14 April 2024
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
The Epistles of John consist of three letters in the New Testament attributed to the Apostle John, the Disciple of Jesus Christ.
These letters are believed to have been written towards the end of the first century AD. They are addressed to various churches and individuals, focusing on themes such as love, truth and obedience to God's commandments.
To gain a deeper understanding of early Christian teachings and beliefs, it is recommended to study these epistles diligently and reflect on their significance within the context of the Bible.
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The Gospel of John Paperback – 14 April 2024
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
A Simplified Study of the Gospel of John.
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Nineveh: The Books of Jonah & Nahum. Paperback – 14 April 2024
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
The Salvation and destruction of the Assyrian city of Nineveh as revealed in the books of Jonah and Nahum.
A city that repented and was saved from destruction, only to fall back into evil and reaped the judgement of God.
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The Book of Romans: The Doctrine of the Gospel Paperback – 19 May 2022
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
The Epistle to the Romans.
The Apostle Paul writes this letter to counteract false teaching and divisions brought about by the return of Jewish Christians to Rome after the Emperor Claudius expelled the Jews.
Paul lays down in Romans the Doctrine of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Nostalgic Memories: Lancashire Dialect Poetry Paperback – 12 Nov. 2021
by Jeff Unsworth (Author)
A Collection of Lancashire Dialects Poems from around the Wigan Area.
Jeff Unsworth was born in No 55 Tram St, Platt Bridge, near Wigan, Lancashire in 1946.
Having been raised in a place where dialect was a normal way of speaking, it was natural to pick up words and phrases that for many people have long since become redundant.
Not wanting these dialect words and phrases to disappear and to keep the memories of where he originated, Jeff decided to commit some of what he remembered to verse, for posterity.
After writing a few verses over a number of years, he entered a local Festival of Arts competition in 1996. He entered a very short but funny poem entitled "El Toopay". To his surprise, it won the1st prize in the humorous section. It was at this time that I decided to compile a collection of dialect poems.
This compilation of verses is not meant to be an in depth study of Lancashire Dialect but a collection of humorous and poignant situations and events that hopefully will bring a smile to the readers face.
Realising that local dialects are difficult to read or understand. A section as been dedicated to translations of each poem.
Please bear in mind it is not always easy to translate each word or phrase without losing the rhyme.
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