
April 2, 2025 | NMM Phase 2

Training Materials
Books Mentioned:
Ultimate Intention by DeVern Fromke
https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Intention-DeVern-Fromke/dp/0910311242
Messenger of the Cross by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Messenger-Cross-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008783
The Release of the Spirit by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Release-Spirit-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008341
The Normal Christian Life by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Normal-Christian-Life-Watchman-Nee/dp/0842347100
Bible Verses Referenced:
Galatians 2:20
John 15:5
Romans 8:29
Ephesians 1
Philippians 3:10
Hebrews 5:8
Hebrews 12:5–11
2 Corinthians 4:10–11
1 Thessalonians 5:23
Isaiah 43:7
April 14, 2025 | NMM Phase 2

Training Materials
Books Mentioned
Ultimate Intention by DeVern Fromke
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Focus: God's eternal purpose and divine philosophy
Especially important: Chapter 25 – “Love in Right Order”
The Normal Christian Life by Watchman Nee
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Focus: Blood = forgiveness, Cross = deliverance
Covers identity in Christ, the old man/new man, and the true gospel
Release of the Spirit by Watchman Nee
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Focus: Breaking of the outer man to release the spirit
Illustrations: jar of clay, grain of wheat, alabaster flask
Messenger of the Cross (Volume 1) by Watchman Nee
View Vol 1 on Amazon
Focus: Crucified life, embracing the breaking, and spiritual maturity
Often used in discipleship and mentoring contexts
The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer
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Focus: Deepening the life of the spirit and oneness with God
Known for: Tuning Fork Analogy – All sons tuned to the same frequency
Spectrum of Sonship (PDF)
Open PDF on Google Drive
Visual timeline, diagrams, and Greek stages:
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Technion, Paidion, Neaniskos, Huios
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Transition indicators, signs of immaturity, and breakthrough markers
Pages to note:
p.11 – Transition phase
p.15 – Breaking of self/flesh
p.19 – Characteristics of a maturing son (Huios stage)
April 16, 2025 | NMM Phase 2

Training Materials
Books Mentioned
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Ultimate Intention – DeVern Fromke – LINK
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The Normal Christian Life – Watchman Nee – LINK
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Release of the Spirit – Watchman Nee – LINK
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Messenger of the Cross – Watchman Nee – LINK
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Tired of Trying to Measure Up – Jeff VanVonderen – LINK
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Toxic Love – Nancy McCready Ministries – LINK
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The Spiritual Man – Watchman Nee – LINK
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The Latent Power of the Soul – Watchman Nee – LINK
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Green Letters – Miles J. Stanford – LINK
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My Utmost for His Highest – Oswald Chambers – LINK
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PDF/ Training Tools
- Arrested Development vs. Abiding Development - LINK
- Fresh Start Identity Series - LINK
- Life’s Messages - PDF LINK
Bible Verses Referenced:
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Romans 6 – “Conduct your business in newness of life”
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Psalm 51:5 – “Surely I was sinful at birth, sinful from the time my mother conceived me.” (David’s quote on sin and shaping by iniquity)
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Philippians 3:10 – (Implied theme) Knowing Christ and the power of His resurrection and participation in His sufferings
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Galatians 2:20 – “I have been crucified with Christ…” (Implied multiple times in cross-related teaching)
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1 Corinthians 9 – Paul not exercising certain rights (e.g., marriage, wages) for the sake of the gospel
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Colossians 1:27 – “Christ in you, the hope of glory”
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Matthew 16:24 – “Take up your cross and follow me” (referenced in context)
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Romans 12:15 – “Rejoice with those who rejoice, mourn with those who mourn.”
April 17, 2025 | NMM Phase 2

Training Materials
Books Mentioned
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The Green Letters – Miles J. Stanford
A foundational work on spiritual growth, emphasizing the believer's identity in Christ.
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Messenger of the Cross – Watchman Nee
Discusses the importance of the cross in the believer's life and ministry.
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Ultimate Intention – DeVern Fromke
Explores God's eternal purpose and the believer's role in it.
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Release of the Spirit – Watchman Nee
Focuses on the necessity of breaking the outer man to release the spirit.
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The Pursuit of God – A.W. Tozer
A classic on deepening one's relationship with God.
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The Heart of Hebrew History – H.I. Hester
Provides an overview of Old Testament history.
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PDF/ Training Tools
- Sweet Secrets of Preparation - LINK
- Spectrum of Sonship - PDF LINK
- Life’s Messages - PDF LINK
- NMM Intake Packet – LINK
- Internship Training Packet - LINK
- Empathic Listening - LINK
- Mentoring Process - LINK
- Video Tutorial: LINK
Bible Verses Referenced:
Exodus 23:29–30 (AMPC) – “Little by little I will drive them out…”
James 3 – The tongue as a rudder; the helmsman metaphor
John 6:26–29 – “The work of God is to believe in the One He has sent.”
2 Corinthians 7:9–10 (AMPC) – Godly sorrow leads to repentance without regret
Isaiah 53 – “He had no beauty or majesty…”; Jesus’ rejection
Colossians 2:6 – “As you received Christ… so walk in Him.”
1 Corinthians 2:16 – “We have the mind of Christ.”
Ezekiel 36:26–27 – New heart, new spirit, and the Spirit who causes obedience
2 Corinthians 10:3–5 – Demolishing strongholds, thoughts raised against God
Jeremiah (uncited passage) – “They do not cry out, ‘What have I done?’”
Ephesians 4 – “No prolonged infancies… tossed to and fro”
Hebrews 1:14 – Angels as ministering spirits to the heirs of salvation
April 28, 2025 | NMM Phase 2

Training Materials
Books Mentioned
- Ultimate Intention by DeVern Fromke
https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Intention-DeVern-Fromke/dp/1684226899 - Messenger of the Cross by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Messenger-Cross-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008703 - The Release of the Spirit by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Release-Spirit-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008355 - The Normal Christian Life by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Normal-Christian-Life-Watchman-Nee/dp/0842347100 - The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer
https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-God-A-W-Tozer/dp/1600660156 - Tired of Trying to Measure Up by Jeff VanVonderen
https://www.amazon.com/Tired-Trying-Measure-Up-Performance/dp/0764205374 - Toxic Love: The Illusion of Self Worth by Malcolm Smith
https://www.amazon.com/TOXIC-LOVE-Illusion-Self-Worth/dp/1961180138
PDF/ Training Tools
- The Development Project Online Course
- Diagrams 1–9
Bible Verses Referenced:
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1 Thessalonians 5:23 – Spirit, soul, and body distinction
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Hebrews 4:12 – Dividing soul and spirit
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Genesis 3:6 – The fall of man; three-part being response
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1 John 2:16 – Lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, pride of life
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Ephesians 2:1–3 – Nature of man before salvation
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John 8:44 – "You are of your father the devil"
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Galatians 3 – Abraham's faith and righteousness
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2 Corinthians 11:1–7 – Warning about false apostles, different gospel
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John 3 – Being born again, born from above
April 30, 2025 | NMM Phase 2

Intro To Diagrams

Training Materials
Books Mentioned
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Tired of Trying to Measure Up – Jeff VanVonderen
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Tired-Trying-Measure-Expectations-Intimidation/dp/0764205374 -
Toxic Love (closest match: Toxic Parents by Susan Forward)
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Toxic-Parents-Overcoming-Hurtful-Reclaiming/dp/0553284347 -
The Normal Christian Life – Watchman Nee
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Normal-Christian-Life-Watchman-Nee/dp/0842347100 -
The Messenger of the Cross – Watchman Nee
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Messenger-Cross-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008500 -
The Release of the Spirit – Watchman Nee
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Release-Spirit-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008837 -
Ultimate Intention – DeVern Fromke
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Intention-Devern-F-Fromke/dp/0936595027 -
Handbook to Happiness – Dr. Charles Solomon
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Handbook-Happiness-revision-Charles-Solomon/dp/0842318097 -
The Ins and Out of Rejection – Dr. Charles Solomon
🔗 https://www.amazon.com/Ins-Out-Rejection-Charles-Solomon/dp/B0006WRCTE
PDF/ Training Tools
Bible Verses Referenced:
- 1 Thessalonians 5:23 – Sanctification of spirit, soul, and body
- Hebrews 4:12 – Word divides soul and spirit
- Genesis 3:6 – Three-fold temptation
- 1 John 2:16 – Lust of flesh, eyes, pride of life
- Ephesians 2:1–6 – From death in sin to life in Christ
- Romans 5:10 – Saved through His life
- Romans 6:16 – Obey = enslaved to sin or righteousness
- Romans 13:14 – Make no provision for the flesh
- Galatians 2:20 – Crucified with Christ, now He lives in me
- Galatians 5:17 – Flesh vs. Spirit
- John 8:44 – “You are of your father the devil”
- Ezekiel 36:26–27 – God gives a new heart and spirit
- 2 Corinthians 5:21 – Christ became sin, we become righteousness
- Philippians 3:4–6 – Paul’s successful flesh
- Psalm 23:3 (implied) – "He restores my soul"
- Romans 8:11 (implied) – Life to mortal bodies
- Romans 6:6–14 (implied) – Sin's power broken
MAY 7, 2025 | NMM Phase 2

Training Materials
Books Mentioned
- Ultimate Intention by DeVern Fromke
https://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Intention-DeVern-Fromke/dp/1684226899 - Messenger of the Cross by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Messenger-Cross-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008703 - The Release of the Spirit by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Release-Spirit-Watchman-Nee/dp/0935008355 - The Normal Christian Life by Watchman Nee
https://www.amazon.com/Normal-Christian-Life-Watchman-Nee/dp/0842347100 - The Pursuit of God by A.W. Tozer
https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-God-A-W-Tozer/dp/1600660156 - Tired of Trying to Measure Up by Jeff VanVonderen
https://www.amazon.com/Tired-Trying-Measure-Up-Performance/dp/0764205374 - Toxic Love: The Illusion of Self Worth by Malcolm Smith
https://www.amazon.com/TOXIC-LOVE-Illusion-Self-Worth/dp/1961180138
PDF/ Training Tools
Bible Verses Referenced:
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Main Theological Foundations:
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Romans 5:12–19 – Adam and Christ (inheritance of sin vs. inheritance of righteousness)
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Colossians 1:16–17 – Christ as Creator, Eternal One
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Philippians 2:4–11 – Christ's humility and exaltation
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John 1:14 – The Word became flesh
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1 Corinthians 15:3–5 – Death, burial, resurrection
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Ephesians 1:20–21 – Christ seated in heavenly places
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Romans 6:4–5 – Buried and raised with Christ
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1 Corinthians 1:30 – Christ as our wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, redemption
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Colossians 3:3–4 – Christ who is our life
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2 Peter 1:3–4 – Partakers of divine nature
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Hebrews 7:1–3 – Melchizedek as a type of Christ
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Galatians 3:6–29 – Abraham, faith, law vs. promise
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Galatians 2:20 – Crucified with Christ, now Christ lives in me
Discipleship and Spiritual Maturity:
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Hebrews 5:13 – Unskilled in doctrine of righteousness = spiritual infancy
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Romans 13:14 – Make no provision for the flesh
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Hebrews 3:13 – Delusive glamour of sin hardens the heart
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2 Corinthians 13:5 – Examine yourself to see if Christ is in you
Pastoral & Miscellaneous Themes:
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Romans 2 – Those who judge often do the same
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Genesis 14–15 – Melchizedek and Abraham (tithes and covenant)
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Genesis (general) – Fall of man, Adam and Eve
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John 14:6 – Jesus as the way, the truth, and the life
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Reference to David and his child – “He will not come to me, but I will go to him.” (2 Samuel 12:23)
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