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"...And the Lord says,They [the two sticks] shall be one in mine hand..."
Ezekiel 37:19
Lynn Ridenhour
Southern Baptist Minister
- In essentials...Unity
- In non-essentials...Liberty
- In all things...Charity
315 Pages
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Testimonies from Book of Mormon Believers
(Excerpts from book)
I have two anchors, two times that God met me in an unmistakable way: the day when he first entered my life when I was 17, and
the day I received the baptism in the Holy Spirit at the RLDS gathering at Odessa.
Mark Thomase
I began to feel the power of God welling up within my spirit when I spoke in my prayer language...This precious gift of speaking in tongues is part of our movement, part of our heritage, and part of our lives.
Marilyn Slauter
I had a wonderful experience and many subsequent experiences, feeling myself being “filled with the Spirit.” I spoke in tongues and allowed the Holy Ghost to change my heart every day. I couldn’t get enough of my time alone with the God of the universe.
Tere Foster
The Lord gave me words to use whenever I need them or whenever He wants me to speak them. I still don’t really understand it all, but I do know that God gave me this language and I praise Him for it.
Linda McDonald
This intense rejoicing, praise and worship was completely unlike anything I’d ever heard or experienced. These words were in English, yes, but I wasn’t forming any forethought or structure or syntax before I spoke; every phrase just gushed out as I gave it breath. All I need do was “breathe in” and the words just floated in the air out of me. And this was not in the English that I knew; it was perfect. It was like the English in my Bible—in my King James Bible!
Gina Browne
I simply told the Lord that I knew I had been baptized in the Holy Spirit, but I wanted to have a prayer language and asked him to give me that gift. As soon as I finished the prayer, I opened my mouth (in faith) and a new language came out of my mouth. I have prayed and sang in tongues since that time.
Gay Spalding
96 pages
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All About Joseph is a fast read, exciting, entertaining, and informative.
Dr. Ridenhour examines Joseph Smith, the man, His Theology, His Manifestations,
And His Eschatology, and concludes the restoration gospel is the Sign of the Son of Man
in these last days (Mt.24:30). The gospel according to Joseph Smith is the gospel of His presence.
Filled with restoration church history
Anecdotes of bravery
A fast read
Reports of God moving in our day
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Lynn Ridenhour speaks with a clear prophetic voice. It doesn't matter if you are an evangelical Christian, a Mormon, a member of some other religious tradition or just a seeker after truth, Lynn's writing will challenge you to see God and God's people in a way you have never considered before. I unhesitatingly recommend this book.
Mark M. Thomase
Graduate of Fuller Theological Seminary
Dr. Ridenour's clarion message shouts out like the trumpets of Israel in the valley of Jericho—bring down those divisive walls! Building bridges of understanding between devout and often divided LDS and Evangelical believers is the central theme of this book. Dr. Ridenhour makes a compelling argument that Jesus is our common Savior.
I will have my LDS students study key truths from this book in my course on human diversity.
Dr. James R. Birrell
Professor, Brigham Young University
Hard-hitting
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Documented with church history quotes
Personal stories of early saints' visitations
127 pages
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The great outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our day did not begin in 1900 out west in California on Azusa Street. It began in the Midwest in a little town called Kirtland, Ohio, sixty-four years earlier! The year was 1836. Most of my friends have never heard the marvelous story of the great outpouring that accompanied the early saints. It was a Pentecost, indeed, and a time of rejoicing. I would say...a time unparalleled in our day. So few of today's Christians know about it. Some call it: The Second Pentecost, a greater outpouring than the Feast of Pentecost that's described in the book of Acts.
(Quote from book by Lynn Ridenhour)
"The gifts which follow them that believe and obey the gospel...began to be poured out among us, as in ancient days...I spoke to the conference in another tongue...the Lord poured out his Spirit in a miraculous manner." -- Joseph Smith, RLDS Vol.1, p.277
A great read!
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Have you ever wondered about the future? Asked the question, How is the world going to end? Dr. Ridenhour chronicles a masterful critique of endtime events. You will learn: About the two heavens, the two resurrections, living forever on this earth, about the shechinah glory, and our full inheritance. And much more!
A fascinating read!
Dr. Ridenhour is a product of the Jesus Movement that occurred during the late '60s/early '70s. He was born for revival. This book chronicles the history of past revivals and demonstrates that personal revival is a sustained lifestyle.
"There were no backslidden Christians in the book of Acts," says Dr. Ridenhour.
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126 pages
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Dr. Ridenhour chronicles a masterful critique of the spiritual manifestations of the early Saints.
"The Spirit of the Lord, as on the day of Pentecost, was profusely poured out. Hundreds of Elders spoke in tongues. We had a most glorious and never to be forgotten time. Angels were seen by numbers." Benjamin Brown
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122 pages
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Dr. Ridenhour defends the doctrine of supernaturalism and argues that the restoration gospel was founded upon historical theism. “I’m aware, the presence of miracles sometimes offends the existential and naturalistic mood of the day,” he says.
The new view of theology coming down from the top of the temple cannot align itself with any current in the stream of historical theology, because it will not respect the teaching of Scripture at its face value. For the three-in-one to them does not contain “timeless divine truths” but a purely human testimony to the response evoked by Jesus Christ in preaching (which is the definition of liberalism). Scripture is true only to the degree in which it re-evokes an experience. The Book of Mormon was relevant for nineteenth century culture. Joseph’s vision of Zion was idiosyncratic of his times. Thus, the distinctives of the restoration movement are an embarrassment, not a blessing, to modern man.
(Excerpt, Introduction)
Dr. Ridenhour carefully refutes such notions.
"...Believe that you must repent of your sins and forsake them, and humble yourselves before God; and ask in sincerity of heart that he would forgive you." (RLDS Mosiah 2:16; LDS 4:10) I believe that!
"…Now I say unto you, that ye must repent, and be born again: for the Spirit saith, If ye are not born again, ye cannot inherit the kingdom of heaven." (RLDS Alma 5:24; LDS 7:14) I believe that!
"…Yea, behold, I say unto you, that as these things are true, and as the Lord God liveth, there is none other name given under heaven, save it be this Jesus Christ of which I have spoken, whereby man can be saved." (RLDS II Nephi 11:39; LDS 25:20)
I believe that!
"...We are made alive in Christ because of our faith." (RLDS II Nephi 11:46; LDS 25:25) I believe that!
Independence, MO
The Mansion House is the perfect place to hold our meetings. Located within a mile from “The Square,” The Mansion House, (circa 1830)
is one of the very few southern plantation homes left standing after
the infamous Order No. 11 was executed. The once 260 acre farm which
extended to Westport (the only road into Kansas City at the time) was
the home of Preston Roberts, known to be the second wealthiest man in
Missouri, later belonged to Samuel Ralston who was involved with the
Quatrill and Frank James, the outlaw. The 5000 square feet home has been
lovingly restored to its much-deserved stately condition, and is used
for a bed & breakfast, wedding receptions, corporate functions, and
other celebrations.
Dave and Paula Swayne, gracious hosts, are kind enough to extend to us from time to time the use of this much-loved Mansion.
Book of Mormon Christians & Bible-believing Christians worshiping together!
Lynn & LDS Recording Artist, Dave Heslington from Utah
Who led our worship. What talent!
"...building bridges..."
On left: Lynn Ridenhour standing in front of First Presbyterian Church, Mt. Pleasant, Utah, hosting Building Bridges Conference.
On right: (Left to right) Abigail Smith, Donnie Richardson, Lynn Ridenhour, Gina Browne, Gina Munzlinger. A Charismatic, Presbyterian, Baptist, an RLDS and LDS worhiping together.
What Others Are Saying...
Lynn, You
put on a WONDERFUL conference! It was simply heaven on earth to have so
many present who longed to break down the barriers of denominational
loyalty and find our place as brothers and sisters in the Lord. This
what Zion is all about as we come together and experience the living
Jesus Christ through worship, praise and adoration for our king! Prior
to the Saturday session, Tommy and I met privately for prayer. We
anointed each other with oil and prayed for the other that they may have
the ability to open the heavens, allowing all of us to be blessed...and
we were. Lastly, the music was simply heaven-sent, and our dear brother
from Utah brought a ministry that was far and away some of the best
music ministry I have ever experienced! Yours in Christ, Steve Ferguson, Evangelist, Community of Christ, Independence, MO.
Dear Lynn, God stirred my spirit. He filled my heart with compassion for Book of Mormon believers who hunger and thirst after Him. It happened at the Building Bridges Conference (Nov.4th & 5th). I am Pentecostal, my husband LDS. During our 21 years of marriage, it has always been obvious to us that there are glaring differences in our "religious" beliefs. Yet at the conference, as heaven opened up and the Spirit of God filled the room, our religious beliefs faded into the background, and the love of Jesus stood in their place. God had broken down denominational walls. God's glory truly abounded. Just one example. While different speakers spoke, the woman sitting next to me was rapidly writing what God was telling her. After she wrote the words, the speaker said the exact words that she had already written. A man sitting behind me revealed to another man what that man had dreamed the night before. Several Book of Mormon lovers received the baptism in the Holy Spirit with evidence of speaking in tongues. Unity was everywhere! And a strong emotion in me surfaced. All of a sudden, I was filled with joy knowing that God is pursuing Book of Mormon believers...that His desire toward all of us is to experience a deep, intimate relationship with Him. Thank you, Lynn, for obeying God's call upon your life. Your obedience to God has been my answer to prayer for my husband and me. The intolerance I once had toward Book of Mormon believers has now been replaced with tenderness, for I recognize that Divine revelation is being poured out through the Holy Spirit's help. The Building Bridges Conference has been the means by which the positive change in my attitude has occurred. G.L., Overland Park, KS
Lynn's Ministry Itinerary
- May 7th & 8th: Equipping Center, Gardner, KS
- June 14th - 17th: Building Bridges Conference, St. George, Utah
- June 19th - 23rd: CCM Celebration 2012, Graceland University, Lamoni, Iowa
- Friday evenings: Prayer & Praise home group, Blue Springs, MO
If interested in scheduling a Building Bridges Conference,
call our office: 816-332-8516
