Now, it's time to become a part of the family of God. And it is a family, a community of believers with a common goal. We must band together arm-in-arm, hand-in-hand, our thoughts, compassion, and commitment to each other linked for a common goal we all share: This book will become a useful tool to focus your witness to those around you and strengthen your relationship to your family, your involvement in your local body of believers and your commitment to Christ. As the District Superintendent for the South Texas District of the Assemblies of God, I know the value of a unified church. In the Word, the Master tells us that we are to function as ONE in Him. We can't use skin color, economic status, or occupation to exclude anyone. We each participate on a level playing field in Christ. Join me in building the church. Your unity with fellow believers in God can begin now. You will become a living example to others to accept salvation and invite Him in. Tim R. Barker, D. Min.