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Baptist Church HistoryA simple survey for anyone to understandLearn: The early history of Christian churchesTrace that history from the first century truth to early heresies The rise of universal church theologySee the destruction to Christian faith caused by the marriage of government and the church. The brave stand of faithful believersMontanist, Donatists, Paulicians and others stood through fiery trials to guarantee we have the pure Word of God todayAbout The AuthorMarvin McKenzie was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and became a believer at the age of eighteen. He has spent his...

In Every Generation An Account of Kings, Captivity, and the Faithfulness of God The books of 1 and 2 Chronicles are often overlooked. Their genealogies seem long. Their repetition of kings and events can appear familiar. Yet beneath the surface lies one of the most powerful theological narratives in Scripture. Chronicles is not merely history. It is perspective. It is God’s interpretation of a nation’s rise, decline, discipline, and restoration. In In Every Generation, Marvin McKenzie walks carefully through the account of Israel’s monarchy — from David’s establishment of the ...

Do you feel the tug-of-war between the flesh and the Spirit? Are you weary of striving in your own strength yet longing for true spiritual freedom? In The Flesh and the Spirit: Life and Liberty Through the Spirit of Christ, Marvin McKenzie invites you on a journey through Romans 8—one of the most powerful and liberating chapters in all of Scripture. With warmth, clarity, and pastoral insight born of decades of ministry, he explores the profound contrast between walking in the flesh and walking in the Spirit, and how every believer can experience victory in Christ. This isn’t a book for ...

This book is a personal account of what I have learned living with insulin resistance for more than twenty years. I was first told I was insulin resistant in 2005. Like many men, especially as we move past fifty, I was given little practical guidance beyond general warnings and broad recommendations. Over time, I learned that managing blood sugar is not simply about willpower, restriction, or chasing the latest diet trend. It is about understanding how the body actually responds to food, movement, stress, rest, and consistency—day after day, year after year. This book does not present a ...

Belong: The Beauty and Necessity of the Local Church – How the Bible Defines the Church What is the church? Is it a building? A global network of believers? Or is it something far more specific—and far more vital—to the heart of God? For centuries, Christians have wrestled with these questions. Many today see the church as optional, outdated, or merely symbolic. But Scripture paints a very different picture: the church is God’s chosen instrument for reaching the world, the bride of Christ, and the place where believers are called to grow, serve, and stand together for truth. In this...

Is the Resurrection of Jesus Christ really history—or is it treated differently because of what it implies? Every day, students, scholars, and readers accept the events of ancient history with little hesitation. Alexander the Great’s conquests, Julius Caesar’s campaigns, the rise of Rome, and the teachings of ancient philosophers are all considered settled facts—even though the evidence for them is often distant, fragmentary, and preserved only through copies made centuries later. Yet when the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is examined, the rules suddenly change. In If the ...

Money affects nearly every part of life—yet many Christians feel constant pressure, confusion, or frustration when it comes to finances. Bills arrive. Needs increase. Decisions feel urgent. And peace often feels just out of reach. In Buy the Book: Biblical Principles for Money, veteran pastor and Bible teacher Marvin McKenzie brings clarity where anxiety often reigns. Drawing directly from Scripture, this book does not promise wealth, shortcuts, or financial formulas. Instead, it offers something far more enduring: a biblical framework for handling money God’s way. This is not a ...

Diatomaceous Earth: Nature’s Silica Secret Exploring the History, Benefits, and Cautions of a Fascinating Natural Substance What if one of nature’s simplest substances held the potential to support your bones, strengthen your hair and nails, and gently detoxify your body? Diatomaceous earth (DE) is a fine, powdery substance made from the fossilized remains of tiny aquatic organisms called diatoms. For centuries, it’s been used to keep grain stores pest-free, filter water, and clean surfaces. In recent decades, health enthusiasts have rediscovered DE for its rich silica content and its...

Your Second Heart: How a Small Muscle Supports Whole-Body Health What if one overlooked muscle in your legs could change the way you feel—helping you boost circulation, protect your heart, balance blood sugar, and support long-term health? In Your Second Heart, Marvin McKenzie shares his personal journey of exploring the soleus muscle, often called the “second heart” for its vital role in returning blood from the lower body to the heart. After years of navigating insulin resistance, fibromyalgia symptoms, and caregiving for his wife through cancer and osteoporosis, Marvin set out to ...

In The Baptist Foundation: Foundations for Faith and Practice, Marvin McKenzie presents a clear and concise study of the core beliefs that shape Baptist Christianity. This comprehensive resource delves into foundational doctrines, distinctives, and difficult theological topics central to the Baptist tradition. With clarity and biblical accuracy, the author equips readers with a deeper understanding of Baptist faith, making it an invaluable resource for pastors, students, and believers. The first section explores the central doctrines of Baptist faith, beginning with the authority of ...

A story of courage, faith, and the everyday battles every young believer faces. Twelve-year-old Caleb Turner never imagined that ordinary days could hide extraordinary battles. But when strange thoughts, sudden pressures, and unexpected fears begin interrupting his week, Caleb discovers a truth his family has known all along: the Christian life is a real war, and the battlefield is often the heart and mind. In this engaging children’s novella, Marvin McKenzie brings the truths of spiritual warfare to a level young readers can understand. Through simple storytelling and relatable moments ...

Broken Yet Beloved The Surprising Hope for Sinners Like Us: A Journey Through God’s Justice, Mercy, and the Cross We know we’re broken. We see it in the world around us—wars, injustice, addiction, betrayal. We see it in our own hearts—pride, lust, anger, secret sins we thought we’d buried long ago. And sometimes, we wonder: Could God really love someone like me? In Broken Yet Beloved, pastor and Bible teacher Marvin McKenzie offers a piercing yet hopeful look at humanity’s greatest problem—sin—and God’s breathtaking solution in Jesus Christ. This is not another shallow ...

The Mathematician: A Riveting Tale of Justice, Betrayal, and Faith In a world plagued by corruption and power struggles, The Mathematician presents a gripping story where intellect and faith collide in a battle for truth. Ethan Matthews, a brilliant mathematician, uncovers a financial pattern that exposes a vast conspiracy led by corrupt government officials, including powerful Senator Thomas Reaves. Alongside Emily Walker, a skilled analyst with a passion for justice, Ethan begins unraveling a system that threatens the very fabric of society. As they dig deeper, they realize the stakes are...

Where Baptists Stood: Early Baptists, Slavery, and the Price of Freedom What did early Baptists believe about slavery? Before the American Revolution, Baptists were a persecuted minority. They were jailed, fined, and whipped for refusing to submit to state churches. They were poor, scattered, and far removed from political power. Yet in a world increasingly shaped by slavery, they maintained a clear focus: preaching the gospel and defending liberty of conscience. In this groundbreaking historical study, veteran pastor and author Marvin McKenzie takes you on a journey through over two ...

Book of Acts: Supernatural Christianity is Normal Christianity (Revised & Expanded Edition) By Marvin McKenzie What if the miraculous, Spirit-led life we read about in the Book of Acts wasn’t the exception—but the example? This revised and expanded edition of Supernatural Christianity is Normal Christianity offers a fresh, readable walk through the Book of Acts—designed not for scholars, but for faithful believers hungry for deeper truth and spiritual fire. Drawing from decades of preaching and pastoral ministry, Pastor Marvin McKenzie explores Acts one chapter at a time, showing how ...

Election Untangled: Chosen for the Gospel, Not for Salvation Few doctrines in Scripture have been more hotly debated—and more misunderstood—than the doctrine of election. For centuries, Christians have asked: Who does God choose? Does election mean only some can be saved? Is salvation restricted to the “elect”? These questions have divided churches, sparked controversy, and caused confusion for believers seeking clear biblical answers. In Election Untangled, Pastor Marvin McKenzie takes readers on a journey from Genesis to Revelation to uncover what the Bible really teaches about ...

Help your children learn how to stand strong for the Lord with Fight the Real Fight: A Children’s Guide to Spiritual Battles, a full 15-lesson discipleship curriculum for grades 1–6. Written in clear, encouraging language, this book guides young hearts through the everyday battles they face—fear, temptation, honesty, obedience, friendships, courage, humility, gratitude, and more—using simple Bible stories, engaging visuals, and practical applications. Every lesson is built on a solid biblical foundation and uses a consistent, teacher-friendly format that makes preparation easy and ...

Fools, Friends, and Faith: Proverbs for Teens A Series of Sunday School Lessons for Teachers of Teens What if your Sunday School class could go beyond simply filling time and actually shape the hearts of teenagers for life? The book of Proverbs is God’s textbook on wisdom, filled with vivid character portraits that speak directly to the challenges young people face. Fools, Friends, and Faith: Proverbs for Teens equips teachers with ready-to-use lessons that apply Proverbs’ timeless truths to today’s teen struggles — peer pressure, choices, purity, diligence, pride, and the fear of ...

This book is an attempt to reconcile each of the prophets with the time in which they lived, the kings who were on the throne and their contemporaries in the ministry. The book concludes with a more extensive look at the final three prophets and their relationship to the doctrine of the coming Messiah. When did prophet Isaiah live? Did other Bible prophets live at the same time as Jeremiah? Which prophets lived in the northern kingdom of Israel? The major and minor prophets of the Old Testament may be some of the most difficult books of the Bible to understand. The prophesies themselves are...

God Meant It for Good: It’s About God, Second Edition A Journey Through Genesis: God’s Plan, God’s Glory, God’s Goodness By Marvin McKenzie Discover how Genesis—God’s Book of Beginnings—still speaks powerfully today. In this compelling second edition of It’s About God, Pastor Marvin McKenzie takes you on a chapter-by-chapter journey through the book of Genesis, drawing timeless lessons that showcase the sovereignty, goodness, and glory of God in every human story. Now titled God Meant It for Good, this revised and expanded edition offers deeper insight, a smoother reading ...