J.L. Stafford Books

J.L. Stafford Books Jerry L. Stafford is a former pastor and church planter. The purpose of his books are to help Christians realize who they are in Christ Jesus.

We have recently sent two books to Bangladesh and they were very well received. Stafford is a former pastor and church planter who has retired from the military service. His ministry has extended over a period of more than fifty years in several states and abroad due to his twenty years on active duty in the United States Army. He retired from the service in 1977. He holds a Bachelor of Arts Degre

e in Psychology, a Master of Behavioral Science Degree in Social Psychology, a Master of Ministries Degree, and a Doctor of Ministries Degree in the area of Christian Counseling.

02/02/2024

Spiritual Metamorphosis! Wow!

Spiritual Metamorphosis! Wow!That's a big word!

I have begun this work in the past, but due to circumstances, I was not able to go forward with it.

Stated simply,Metamorphosis is a a big word that means change. Our subject deals with change and more than change: We are discussing spiritual change. Spiritual Metamorphosis is a gift from God. I will elaborate on that point From Scripture and incidents written in the Scripture.

12/07/2023

I am attempting to write a book at this time. The proposed title is Spiritual Metamorphosis. My question here is: Why did Saul kill Christians? I have some possibilities in mind: Was it for religious reasons, Was it because he felt he was protecting his country? Was it because he was anti religious? You might think what motivated him to do what he did.

09/03/2020

Copied from page 40 of "The Greatest? by Jerry Stafford

Jack continued. Because of the widespread skepticism and the abundant evidence, I would like to add an excerpt from Bible .org:
"The world knows little about the Bible, but few are unaware of Noah's ark. There are jokes about it, pictures of it , movies about the search for it , even ceramic representations of it. Knowledge of
the flood is almost universal, even apart from the biblical account of book of Genesis, but it seems we must conclude that the Genesis flood at least engulfed all mankind, if not the whole earth, because of certain indications in the book in the Genesis narrative and because on all continents and among almost all peoples of the earth flood accounts have been found. These accounts all refer to
a destructive flood occurring early in the respective tribal histories. In each case one or a few individuals were saved and were charged with repopulating the earth. To date, anthropologists have collected between 250 and 300 such flood stories."

09/02/2020

Copied from page 40, Chapter 6 (God is Lord in Times of Disaster) in "The Greatest"

According to a controversial theory proposed by two Columbia University scientists there really was a prehistoric flood in the Black Sea region. They believe that the now-salty Black Sea was once an isolated fresh water lake surrounded by farmland, until it was flooded by an enormous wall of water from the rising Mediterranean Sea. According to them, 'The force of the water was two hundred times that of Niagara Falls, sweeping away everything in it path'

08/31/2020

Copied from page 40, chapter 6, "God is Lord in Times of disaster" by Jerry L. Stafford

The story of the "Great Flood" is one of the most famous in the Bible."

"Robert Ballard, is one of the world's best -known underwater archaeologists, talked about his findings with a popular news reporter, He reported that his team had been recently probing the depths of the black sea off the coast of Turkey in search of traces an ancient civilizations hidden under water since the time of Noah,"

08/28/2020

Copied from page 40 (chapter 6, "God is Lord in Times of Disaster"
of (The Greatest ?) by Jerry Stafford

Jack continued, "I would like to try to answer your comment about God as it relates to disasters and calamities: Time and time again, evidence of the greatness of God is pictured in situation after situation from Genesis to Revelation, it is witnessed throughout his creation and his almighty hand as he works through world events, both good and bad.
Consider some of great calamities of the world, are they God's fault? The flood recorded in Genesis, chapter 6 and 7, could be a demonstration of his Lordship in times of calamity.

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08/27/2020

Copied from page 39, Chapter 6 (God is Lord in Times of Disaster) by Jerry Stafford

"Most Christians do believe the calamities listed in the Old Testament happened, as well as those listed in Revelation and other places that foretell events yet to come," Jack said, "but we believe they happen for a reason. I can't answer your comment about little children, there has been a lot of speculation in that area, but I have not found a solid answer except for my belief in the sovereignty of God and, by faith, leaving it up to him.

08/26/2020

Copied from page 39, Chapter 6 (God is Lord in Times of Disaster) by Jerry Stafford

Although he could feel a slight warmness under his collar at the Dopamine remark, Jack answered, "God does cause disaster." To me, much of the Bible is behaviorally oriented and, therefore, there are consequences to certain behaviors. I don't believe God is the permissive parent many make him out to be, and I don't think that description can be supported by Scripture. It seems to me, if he is Lord of the good, he must also be Lord of the bad." Those who believe in the permissive side of God probably haven't sincerely studied the attributes of God, or the Christian faith deeply enough to see the complete picture of Christianity."



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08/25/2020

Copied from page 37. chapter 5: "The'Denial of Deity" by Jerry L. Stafford
Then Debra made her point: "That doesn't strike you at all as being ridiculous? If something turns out good, God did it, but if something turns out bad, the devil did it? That pretty much frees us of any responsibility. And God loves you but is capable of punishing you for eternity if you don't believe in him, even though there is no legitimate evidence of his existence? How about all those people who claim he answers prayer? I know better than that because I did pray several times and he didn't answer. Wasn't it God in the Bible that killed everyone not onboard that ark, babies and all? Dopamine, its probably just dopamine."

Would you mind explaining what you mean by dopamine?" Jack asked.

It's a type of medicine sometimes used for certain problems with the brain. It is also used as a treatment for heart problems, among other things."Debra answered in a condescending tone.

08/24/2020

Copied from page 37, chapter 5 (
Denial of Deity) of The Greatest? by Jerry Stafford

Jack began with a disclaimer: "You would consider me audacious if I attempted to describe the greatness of God or even his existence and all the ramifications that subject encompasses, but I feel compelled to do that very thing."

Don spoke slowly at first: "If there really is a God, he said, "We're not really concerned about his greatness, we're more concerned about whether there is really is a God, and if there is, why he is so unfair. What about all the bad things that happened to us? It seems to me that when something good happens, you give God the credit, and when something bad happens, you want to blame the devil, so which is it?

08/22/2020

Copied from page 36, chapter 5 (Denial of Deity) in "The Greatest? by Jerry Stafford
Debra is continuing her story pertaining to her parents. Read the previous entry as prelude to this one to understand this one more clearly.

Debra continued, "After they (Debra's father and mother) were married, whenever he attended a ceremony she would laugh at him and ridicule him for worshiping so many gods, even though she didn't worship any herself. Finally, he stopped dancing and eventually stopped going to the ceremonies completely and started drinking heavily most of the time.

"I did well in school. I went to the university in phoenix where I earned a bachelor's degree in psychology.

"While Don's mother was alive, we went to church with her, but it was because that was what she wanted. After she was gone,we quit going because we couldn't accept what they were teaching.

"We usually don't listen to religious programs, but we tuned to one of our favorite channels recently and heard a preacher say,'when somebody dies, they either go to everlasting life or everlasting punishment.' we remembered you from the funeral and we want to discuss whether there is actually a God who would do such a thing or not. At this time we agree that if there really is a God, he would be more just and loving."

08/22/2020

Copied from page 36, chapter 5, (Denial of Deity) of The Greatest? by Jerry L. Stafford

When Don and Debra entered the room, Jack was at a table near the back of the restaurant. Don looked striking ly different he thought, than he had when Jack had conducted the funeral for their baby, Tammy. His head was now sparsely covered with gray hair that was just short of white. Jack had not previously noticed the large glasses that suggested Don probably had read many books, but they were a mark of distinction, he mused.
Don's stern countenance disappeared as he offered a friendly smile when Jack invited them to join him.
Debra had not changed much since Tammy's funeral. She was somewhat shorter than Don, with a little darker complexion. Her dark brown eyes had a hollowed empty look; her black hair, she had kept neatly before, showed neglect and dishevelment. She was a little bit on the heavy side, apparently, Jack thought, she had gained a little weight, but she was definitely not obese by any standard.

After a few pleasantries, Debra addressed the issue from her point of view: " You have guessed,by now, that I'm part Indian.
My father was Navajo, at one time, he was well thought of among our people. One night he went to Phoenix and met this Bilagaana (white woman). He brought her to his hogan and married her.

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