First Fruits

A moving narrative that offers a rare glimpse into the lives of African American men, women, and children on the cusp of freedom, First Fruits of Freedom chronicles one of the first collective migrations of blacks from the South to the North during and after the Civil War. Janette Thomas Greenwood relates the history of a network forged between Worcester County, Massachusetts, and eastern North Carolina as a result of Worcester regiments taking control of northeastern North Carolina during the war. White soldiers from Worcester, a hotbed of abolitionism, protected refugee slaves, set up schools for them, and led them north at war's end. White patrons and a supportive black community helped many migrants fulfill their aspirations for complete emancipation and facilitated the arrival of additional family members and friends. Migrants established a small black community in Worcester with a distinctive southern flavor. But even in the North, white sympathy did not continue after the Civil War. Despite their many efforts, black Worcesterites were generally disappointed in their hopes for full-fledged citizenship, reflecting the larger national trajectory of Reconstruction and its aftermath.

Dr. Honeycutt gives biblical understanding concerning increase. When God created man he made him Fruitful wit the ability to multiply, replenish, subdue and to have dominion. This revelation of First Fruits will help establish God's plan for financial breakthrough. In the beginning God created everything fruitful. This book will reveal the power of fruit.

"Honor the Lord with your substance and with the first fruits of all your produce" says Proverbs 3:9, and this emphasis on joyously giving the Lord of our first fruits is the theme of this inspirational piece. True Christian stewardship should be motivated by gratitude and love for God who has done so much for us. This thesis of love-bound rather than duty-bound giving has made Dr. Lindholm's contributions sought after from church leaders around the world. By stressing the joy that comes to those who are faithful and unwavering stewards, Dr. Lindholm has encouraged myriads of people to be generous in all that they undertake. Inspirational reading for all, this book can be especially helpful for pastors in preparing sermons, for Sunday school teachers in their training programs and for all church members as they consider the stewardship responsibilities.

'Anthony Hoekema brings to the study of biblical prophecy and eschatology a maturity that is rare among contemporary works on the subject. Free of sensationalism, he evinces a reverence for the Scriptures and a measured scholarship...One of the best studies on eschatology available.' ---Christianity Today

The mystery of first fruit offering unveils the secrets of uncommon prosperity. This book contains a revelation which will move you from the valley of poverty to the mountain top of prosperity. The thrust of this book is this: There is something unique and explosive about first fruit offering, practical obedience in this direction will open the door of breakthroughs wide and God will bombard you with the type of wealth which will make you to live in abundance for the rest of your life. This book will challenge you to join the company of people who are connected to the source of unlimited wealth through uncommon obedience. First fruit offering is your key to dominion prosperity. It will make you discover what it takes to experience the baptism of wealth. Powerfully presented, illustrated in a compelling manner and offered in a digestible form, the mystery of first fruit offering is your guide to prosperity.

Highlights the crucial role of the children and elders during this special family time. Provides a detailed overview of the history, purpose, philosophy, symbols, rituals and activities associated with celebrating the African American holiday Kwanzaa. Outlines critical aspects of Kwanzaa that have often been overlooked in the recent attempts to commercialize this holiday.--page 4 of cover.