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Battlefield of the Mind
By Joyce Meyer
The Battlefield of the mind is an awesome for any believer. The book demonstrates the power of God’s Word. The scripture declare
For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Hebrews 4:12 (ESV)
Satan has been familiar with humans since the beginning in garden. His main weapon as as revealed in the pages is that of suggestion. He suggest His selfish ideas. Dr. Creflo ask the question “Who are you listen too?”
Our enemy, Satan suggests lies or half truths. The thoughts in our minds may not necessarily be ours. Because of this we are encouraged to meditate upon God’s word which is intended to become our thoughts and our way of thinking which will in turn affect our behavior.
One of the most vital statement in the Battlefield of the Mind is “Think about what you are thinking about.” The author encourages the believer to take charge of their mind, because it complacent to allow the mind to wonder. The more we are able to control our the thoughts the more we are able to gird the lions of the mind and become more productive citizens of the kingdom of God.
The Battle Belongs to the Lord
By Joyce Meyer
“The battle belongs to the Lord” is a simple yet powerful book by Joyce Mayer. The premise of the book is based on worship. As pilgrims on earth we are faced with diverse trials and tests to prune our character to be more like Christ.
As we are growing children our attitudes tend to want to get out of the struggle now. A quick fix to cause the problem to suddenly go away as we “Cry out to Lord”. From scripture the author shows an attitudes of worship in the face of trouble because of who God is and what He has accomplished by Jesus Christ.
The author presence worship as sweet smelling savoir before God because we trust Him. However we learn this posture from the examples she takes from scripture which shows God faithfulness as His people worship. One of the main scripture she reflect on was the custom of having the worshipers doing before the Israelite army in battle.
Do It Afraid
By Joyce Meyer
“Do it Afraid” is petite book with a punch. It’s a great quick read which provides encouragement to step toward obeying God or His call on your life . It a real confident booster.
For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. 2 Timothy 1:7
The book is filled with scriptures and examples of the author’s own life,which gives us insight to overcome the enemies tool of fear.
This book is great for a new believer or for some who simple needs a nudge to take the next God step towards their destiny.
No More Excuses
By Katrina Ladson
No more Excuses is another petite yet power packed book which will get you up and going .
The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion. – Proverbs 28:1
The highlight of the book references the Holy Spirit God has given believers to empower us on earth. In light of this the believer has the responsible to respond to the prompting of the Spirit. However greater emphasis is placed on nurturing our relationship with the Holy Spirit which with allow us to to lead a life of boldness.
No more Excuses would make an excellent companion to “Do it Afraid” By Joyce Meyer.
The Power of Vision
By Dr. Festus Adeyeye
The Power of Vision by Dr. Festus Adeyeye as stated is truly a “thought-provoking book”; because it challenges believers to live beyond the mundane and step into the extra ordinary. The scripture states
“Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint,but blessed is he who keeps the law.” Proverbs 29:18
The beauty about this book it uses scripture to encourage the believer to locate the God given vision that is within.
This book is recommended for the believer who is looking for purpose in life. A believer who loves the Lord, know they are could, but needs clarity towards the next step.
The Power of Vision is more than a self-help book, with the help of Holy Spirit it’s a dynamic tool to bring one into their destiny.
In conclusion the author changes us to live life from the inside out as God intended us as His dear children to live.
The Five Love Languages
By Gary Chapman
The Five Love Languages is a very insightful book in human behavior and relationships. The first scripture that comes to mind to support the content of the book is
But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, easy to be entreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality and without hypocrisy. – James 3:17
The Holy Spirit gives the author insight revealing as people we give and receive look differently as individuals. This book is differs from “Men are From Mars Women are From Venus”. It doesn’t attempt to exploit the difference between men and women as the reason for conflict, however it goes deeper to involve childhood, culture and heritage and aims to explain how each individual interprets love even before they are married.
The book encourages both male and female to examine their live to see how they understand love, so each party can better communicate love to one to another.
The highlight of the book is it give in-depth examples of real couple of how they began to understand and then learn to communicate love.
It’s a powerful book for those who are courting and even longtime married couples. A fresh insight in the word love.
One love language the book refers to is “sacrificial love”. Jesus said “God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son…” God expresses His love sacrificial that is one of our Father’s Love Language.