
C. William Fisher
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The Time Is Now
2PSA 9:17MAT 3:11JHN 4:35ACT 1:8ACT 2:4ROM 12:112TI 1:6HEB 12:29JAS 4:8REV 3:16C. William Fisher preaches about the urgent need for Christians to rise up and make a difference in the world by being dedicated, fervent, and different from the world. He emphasizes the importance of recapturing a sense of urgency about our beliefs, especially concerning the eternal destiny of souls. Fisher challenges believers to be set aflame by the fire of the Holy Ghost, to be wholly surrendered to God, and to seek a genuine revival of religion that will energize every aspect of the work of spreading the gospel.
Our Heritage and Our Hope
1DAN 3:16DAN 6:10ACT 5:411CO 16:132TI 1:7HEB 11:36HEB 12:11PE 1:15C. William Fisher preaches about the importance of rediscovering and rededicating to the heritage of holiness, amidst the dangers of diluting its demands and blurring its distinctive doctrine in today's society. He emphasizes the need to value and preserve the rich heritage of holiness, passed down by spiritual heroes, martyrs, and pioneers, despite the pressures of secularism and the temptations of a diluted version of holiness for possessions, pleasure, or popularity. Fisher calls for a return to the heroic commitment and sacrificial devotion of those who stood firm in their faith, even in the face of persecution and death, highlighting holiness as the only real hope for the present and future.
Revivals and the Mid-Century Crusade
02CH 7:14PRO 11:30MAT 9:37ACT 5:42JAS 5:20C. William Fisher preaches about the crisis in evangelism faced by the Church of the Nazarene, emphasizing the need for a revival and a deeper spirituality to effectively win souls for Christ. He discusses the importance of member-participation in evangelistic efforts and the necessity of a God-centered approach in revivals. Fisher highlights the significance of personal responsibility in soul-winning and the need to conserve the results of revivals through continued spiritual care for new converts.
Revival and Evangelism
02CH 7:14PSA 51:10JOL 2:28ACT 1:82TI 4:5C. William Fisher emphasizes the urgent need to redefine the terms 'revival' and 'evangelism' as they have been misused and confused in religious activities, leading to misunderstandings and disillusionment. Revival is described as the spiritual renewal experienced by the church, urging Christians to wake up and engage in God's work, while evangelism involves sharing the good news of the gospel with non-believers. The distinction between revival and evangelism is crucial, with revival being a new beginning of obedience to God and evangelism being the church's expression of its renewal through outreach and soul-winning efforts.
The Place of Revival in Nazarene Evangelism
02CH 7:14PSA 85:6HAB 3:2ACT 3:19JAS 4:8C. William Fisher emphasizes the importance of revival as spiritual renewal in the hearts of Christians, leading to dynamic evangelism as a natural response. He highlights how revival has been central to Nazarene evangelism since the inception of the Church of the Nazarene, with a strong call to maintain a revival atmosphere for continued success. Fisher addresses the criticism and neglect of revivals within the Church, pointing out that disparaging revivals is a spiritual problem that hinders the church's mission and vitality. He urges Nazarenes to uphold the tradition of holiness evangelism through revivals, as it has been a key factor in the church's spiritual growth and impact.
Life's Magnificent Obsession
0PRO 11:30PRO 24:11MAT 28:19ACT 1:8ROM 10:141CO 9:221TH 2:8JAS 5:20JUD 1:23C. William Fisher preaches about the urgent and inescapable preoccupation with the supreme idea of soul winning, emphasizing that it is life's supreme endeavor enabling participation in God's redemptive purpose. He highlights the total response required, the divine assistance needed, and the command from Christ to go and make disciples. Fisher stresses the importance of being magnificently obsessed with winning souls to Christ, as it is the most urgent and inescapable endeavor of the Christian life.
Alternatives to Revival
02CH 7:14PRO 15:29MAT 9:37ACT 2:1ROM 12:11EPH 6:18COL 4:21TH 5:16JAS 5:16C. William Fisher addresses the changes in evangelism over the years, noting a decrease in genuine prayer and personal involvement, challenges in creating an evangelistic atmosphere due to building constraints, and a shift towards shorter, less impactful meetings. He highlights four major trends in evangelism today that are steps away from real revival, including a focus on preaching-mission meetings, reliance on union meetings, preference for shorter meetings, and the substitution of visitation for true revival. Fisher emphasizes the importance of genuine revival in revitalizing the church for effective evangelism and personal involvement in soul-winning.
It's Revival We Need!
0PSA 85:6PRO 4:23JOL 2:28ACT 3:19ROM 12:2EPH 5:142TI 1:6JAS 4:8REV 2:4C. William Fisher preaches on the urgent need for revival in maintaining doctrines, standards, and effective evangelism in the Church of the Nazarene. He emphasizes that revival starts in the heart, leading to a renewed commitment to the core beliefs of the church. Fisher warns against the dangers of losing passion for holiness and evangelism, stressing the importance of a fresh infilling of the Holy Spirit to revitalize the church's mission and effectiveness.
Pay the Price of Revival
02CH 7:14MAT 9:37ACT 1:8ROM 12:11JAS 4:8C. William Fisher emphasizes the need for a revival in the Church of the Nazarene, likening the situation to a car that won't run due to lack of gas. He urges believers to stop blaming others for the lack of evangelistic results and instead seek to be filled with the power of the Holy Spirit. Fisher highlights the passion and fervor of individuals like Dr. George Truett, who despite his illness, cried out for the people of Dallas to come to Jesus, showcasing a deep desire for souls to be saved.
The Crisis -- It Is Inevitable
0PRO 11:28MAT 16:26GAL 6:72TI 3:1JAS 4:4C. William Fisher delves into the profound and inevitable crisis facing evangelism, discussing the economic, social, and spiritual changes as a movement transitions into an institution. He highlights the dangers of losing spiritual intensity amidst increased affluence and social acceptance, leading to a decrease in concern for souls and a focus on image and denominational profile. Fisher emphasizes the impact of economic and social pressures on the church's transition, warning against the secular sag that hinders effective evangelism and the importance of revival and renewal for Spirit-filled outreach.
A Shout, a Cry, or a Song
0EXO 32:152CH 7:14MAT 28:19ACT 2:411CO 1:18PHP 3:7JAS 5:16REV 3:17C. William Fisher preaches about the importance of the Church focusing on its primary duty of winning souls to Christ. Drawing parallels from the story of Moses and the golden calf, Fisher highlights how the Church today lacks the shout of mastery, the cry of burdened hearts, and is filled with the noise of 'singing' - distractions from the essential task of soul-winning. He emphasizes the need to smash the 'golden calves' of financial security, Sunday-school statistics, altar numbers, and nonessential activities that divert attention from the core mission of the Church.