The Joseph-Daniel Calling by Morris E. Ruddick

The Joseph-Daniel Calling
Like Joseph and Daniel in the Bible, God is calling men and women to serve in strategic positions of influence and power in the workplace for His purposes. In much the same way as Joseph and Daniel in the Bible, God is calling men and women of influence and power in the workplace to serve strategically for His purposes.

This book addresses the dynamics of this calling, God’s economy, and the challenges of these uniquely called Josephs and Daniels. Among other agendas, they will be facilitators of the release of the wealth of the wicked into Kingdom initiatives.

Book SummaryIn the face of political instabilities, economic reversals, fear, and uncertainty, Kingdom opportunities not obvious to the world are quietly on the rise. These Kingdom agendas reflect an interlinking of secular enterprises with overriding ministry objectives.
What is emerging is a move of God in the marketplace that will parallel the rise of the parachurch ministry movement of the early fifties. At the forefront of this movement is a group of men and women of God called in the same way as Joseph and Daniel of the Bible. Modern-day Josephs and Daniels will serve strategically as instruments of God’s purpose in secular positions of influence within seats of power of this world. This book addresses the dynamics of this calling, God’s economy, and the preparation, character, and challenges of these uniquely called Josephs and Daniels. Among other agendas, they will be facilitators of the release of the wealth of the wicked into Kingdom initiatives.
Author ProfileMORRIS E. RUDDICK is a business executive, consultant, entrepreneur, missionary, intercessor, conference speaker, board member, and writer. He is at the forefront of mobilizing a unique group of anointed marketplace leaders, referred to as modern-day Josephs and Daniels. As head of a market planning consulting firm serving an array of clients from Fortune 500 firms to respected ministries, his expertise includes business planning, forecasting emerging markets, developing business strategies, funding initiatives, modeling entrepreneurial bypass strategies, and applying principles of biblically based businesses. He was chief architect in two successful corporate turnarounds. His ministry activities target strengthening the brethren in locales ranging from Afghanistan to Israel. But the foundation of both his business and ministry activities is his role in leading a global intercession ministry known as SIGN (Strategic Intercession Global Network), which has as its purpose targeting strategic-level issues impacting the Body on a global basis.

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The Heart Of A King

The Heart Of The King
The Leadership Measure of the Joseph-Daniel Calling
by Morris Ruddick
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In this day when Christian books fill our shelves and call out to us in the marketplace, promising to tell us something new, something important, something that will give us real help to deal with the storms of our day we wonder if any of these authors has actually heard from God. There are few that truly pierce the veil of the common and plunge us deep into the revelational truths found in the secret place of the Most High God!

In ‘Heart of a King’ you will find truths discovered by many hours of deep prayer, searching the scriptures and seeking the Heart of God. Here you will find biblical truth for building community among believers not just building a business. These truths speak to those today who have a Joseph-Daniel calling, written by a pathfinder, entrepreneur and pioneer who truly has the Joseph Daniel mantle and seeks to impart these gems from God’s throne room to all who are willing to pay the price to acquire the 'Heart of a King.'

'These are times that cry out for true leadership in the Body; the type that unites and mobilizes. It is a leadership of sacrifice, whose practitioners refuse to acquiesce to the safe places that fall short; or be seduced by the rule of power of the rule of profit that lures those called by His Name into the intrigues and games played by the world. They are a remnant whose calling is directly from God; not presumption, ambition or any other quest emerging from the heart of man. These are the ones with the leadership mantle of Joseph and Daniel, who are facing the realities, paying the cost and faithfully stewarding their callings of bringing forth God's Kingdom. These are the ones who will themselves receive the keys to release His Kingdom in their domains. These are the ones with the heart of a King.'

Table of Contents
Dedication and Acknowledgements
Preface
Section 1: The Setting and Challenge
Chapter 1: The New Thing
Chapter 2: The Valley of Shadows
Chapter 3: Opportunity Enablers
Chapter 4: Spiritual Clutter
Chapter 5: Discerning the Kingdom
Chapter 6: The Maturity Mantle
Chapter 7: The Cost of the Pathway
Section 2: Addressing the Realities
Chapter 8: The Snare in Success
Chapter 9: Spiritual Intoxication
Chapter 10: The Wealth Transfer Dynamic
Chapter 11: High Calling Realities
Chapter 12: The Throne of Destruction
Chapter 13: The Swirl
Chapter 14: When Iniquity Stops its Mouth
Section 3: Defining the Issues
Chapter 15: Without Pretense
Chapter 16: The Mold
Chapter 17: Honor Fallen Short
Chapter 18: Honor and Integrity
Chapter 19: Priority and Opportunity
Chapter 20: Piercing the Veil
Chapter 21: Prevailing
Section 4: Embracing the Mandate
Chapter 22: The Mantle of Power
Chapter 23: This is the Generation
Chapter 24: The Corporate Community
Chapter 25: The Most Humble
Chapter 26: The Dividing Asunder
Chapter 27: The Leadership Measure
Chapter 28: The Heart of a King
The Author
Contact Information

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What Others Are Saying

HEART OF A KING: Endorsements
'My progress was slow, as I had to stop frequently to praise God, repent, pray, or just express joy or soberness with the content of the pages.
'Judy Haynes, Political Consultant, Co-Founder of the Christian Coalition, Washington, DC

I'n The Heart of a King, God has given significant prophetic revelation to Morris Ruddick on the topic that Jesus talked about the most in the Gospels - the Kingdom of Heaven. This is a timely message and confirms His promise that in the last days that knowledge would increase (Dan 12:4). The Heart of a King illustrates how the Body of Christ can and must come into alignment with a Kingdom of Heaven-centric model which is based upon the pillars of God-centered, community, and increase. This is a new-old paradigm that the Church must embrace in order to partner with what the Lord is doing in this season, or be left behind in religious stagnation. A must read for every believer, this book will challenge the existing church-as-normal paradigm as well as cause each of us to reflect on our own motivations for serving in His Kingdom. As this book illustrates, it’s not what we do for Him that counts, it’s what we allow Him to do through us that has lasting value.'
Jeff Ahern, Management Consultant, President-Sozo Services, Alexandria, VA

“The Heart of A King” eloquently outlines the intricacies of the Joseph-Daniel calling. Morris Ruddick is an articulate voice with a clarion call for this day who makes God's Word and His Kingdom purposes come alive through powerful revelation and understanding. With each reading, you will grasp more and more the fullness of the depth and breadth of this work. “The Heart of A King” is an ordained book, a now directive, a must read designed to usher us into our new era in God's Kingdom.

Jill Mitchell O'Brien, President, Kingdom Connections International, Inc., Houston

"If you are dissatisfied with your status quo and needing an overhaul of your call, then this is definitely the book for you! Morris Ruddick really packs a punch in this sequel to his previous book, 'The Joseph-Daniel Calling'. You'll be compelled to take a fresh inventory of your gifts and calling, with an eye toward right stewardship of all those treasures held in your earthly vessel. Conviction to adopt new holy habits will come upon you as you read each chapter and grasp the keen prophetic insight and revelatory wisdom Morris provides so succinctly here. Expect your spirit to rise within you and your spiritual eyes to see, on a personal level, what God planned for you to inherit and walk in since before the beginning of time. If you believe this is your season for exponential growth, then this book will take you there."
Charlynne Boddie, Author, Founding Director, Charlynne Boddie Ministries, UK

"In a time when many are talking about "building community", Morris Ruddick lays out a framework for that to actually happen. This framework is built upon kingdom entrepreneurship. This framework is simple, yet practical because it is based firmly on the Scriptures. And it is not just nuts-and-bolts. In fact, the most important features are the reliance on hearing God and knowing what to do. Truly, the call Morris relates is to draw closer to the Lord and hear His voice. The way of the Josephs and the Daniels on the surface sounds glamorous. Who wouldn't want power in the courts of Egypt or Babylon? But the path to the throne is marked with seasons in prison or the den of lions. No glamor there. In fact, as Morris clearly points out, Josephs and Daniels are not in this for the glamor or for themselves. It is a kingdom assignment and as such those called to this are more concerned for the people of God than their own personal enrichment or glory. "
David Works, Author, Entrepreneur, Denver

About the Author

Morris E. Ruddick is a business executive, consultant, entrepreneur, missionary, intercessor, conference speaker, board member, and writer. He is at the forefront of mobilizing a unique group of anointed marketplace leaders, referred to as modern-day Josephs and Daniels. As head of a market planning consulting firm serving an array of clients from Fortune 500 firms to respected ministries, his expertise includes business planning, forecasting emerging markets, developing business strategies, funding initiatives, modeling entrepreneurial bypass strategies, and applying principles of biblically based businesses. He was chief architect in two successful corporate turnarounds. His ministry activities target strengthening the brethren in locales ranging from Afghanistan to Israel. But the foundation of both his business and ministry activities is his role in leading a global intercession ministry known as SIGN (Strategic Intercession Global Network), which has as its purpose targeting strategic-level issues impacting the Body on a global basis.

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Fasting For Spiritual Breakthrough

FASTING FOR SPIRITUAL BREAKTHROUGH
BIBLICAL BASIS
This book is not just about the technique of fasting, but focuses on the spiritual
results you'll get from nine different fasts, each fast is aimed at a different problem to
accomplish different results. These nine fasts are taken in order from Isaiah 58:6-8.
"Is not this the fast that I have chosen (1) to loosen the bonds of wickedness, (2)
to undo heavy burdens, (3) let the oppressed go free, (4) that ye break every yoke, (5) is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry and that you bring the poor that are cast out of thy house... (6) Then shall thy light break forth like the morning, (7) and thine health shall spring forth speedily; (8) and thy righteousness shall go before thee; (9) and the glory of the Lord shall be thy rear guard" (Isa. 58:6-8).
Each fast has a different name and accomplishes a different purpose and follows a
different prescription. These nine fasts carry the following names:
1. The Disciple's Fast: to break sin's addiction.
2. The Ezra's Fast: to solve problems.
3. The Samuel Fast: for revival and soul winning.
4. The Elijah Fast: to overcome habits.
5. The Widow's Fast: to care for the needy.
6. The Saint Paul's Fast: to make decisions and gain insight.
7. The Daniel Fast: for healing and physical health.
8. The John the Baptist Fast: for testimony and influence.
9. The Esther Fast: for protection.
WARNING:
The fasts suggested in this book are not for everyone. Consult your physician before beginning. Expecting mothers, diabetics, and others with a medial history, can enter the spirit of fasting while they remain on necessary diets. While fasting is healthful to many, the nature of God would not command a physical exercise that would harm people physically or emotionally.
Regal Books 1995

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1 The Disciple's Fast. Fasting for freedom from addiction (Matthew 17:20-
21). If we fast, we can break sin's addiction (the besetting sin) for a life of freedom inChrist.
Chapter 2 The Ezra Fast. Fasting to solve problems, (I Samuel 1:7-9), if we fast for a specific purpose, we may solve a debilitating problem.
Chapter 3 The Samuel Fast. Fasting to win people to Christ, (Samuel 7:1-8). If we fast and pray for revival, God will pour Himself on His people.
Chapter 4 The Elijah Fast. Fasting to break habits and emotional problems, (I Kings 19:2-18). If our fast focuses on our problem, God will show us how to overcome emotional defects and personal habits.
Chapter 5 The Widow's Fast. Sacrificing our physical necessities to provide for the needy (II Kings 17:12).
Chapter 6 The Saint Paul's Fast. Fasting for insight and decision-making (Acts 9:9-19). If we fast for decision-making and insight, God will reveal His will to us.
Chapter 7 The Daniel Fast. Fasting for health and physical healing (Daniel 1:12-20). If we fast for physical well being, God will touch our bodies.
Chapter 8 The John the Baptist Fast. Fasting for an influential testimony (Luke 1:15, Matthew 3:4). If we fast for the influence of our testimony, God will use us.
Chapter 9 The Esther Fast. Fasting for protection from the Evil One (Esther 4:16). If we fast for protection and deliverance from the Evil One, we are "untouchable" until God calls us home.
APPENDICES
i Physical Aspects of Fasting by Dr. Rex Russell, M.D.
ii Encyclopedia Glossary
iii Statements of Christian Leaders About Fasting
iv How To Keep A Journal When Fasting
v Biblical Topics of Fasting
vi Selected Bibliography

Discover nine ways to break bondage and get closer to God through fasting. Learn how fasting can strengthen your faith and draw you closer to God, helping you to be a true overcome in Christ. This book gives you the biblical reasons for fasting, and introduces you to nine biblical fasts each designed for a specific physical and spiritual outcome.

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