Rules of Engagement by Derek Prince: A Review

Our battle is not with flesh and blood. We wrestle against powers and rulers of darkness. We must take on the whole armor of God to endure the battle.

Rules of Engagement, Preparing for Your Role in the Spiritual Battle is a textbook to be used in the classroom to prepare for battle. It's a battlefield manual providing information at hand in the heat of the battle. This is an updated and expanded version from the late Derek Prince.

THE RULES OF CHARACTER AND PREPARATION

Spiritual warfare is about character. Rules of Engagement, Preparing for Your Role in the Spiritual Battle is a book about character. It begins with building character and finishes with living character.

Christians are at war and the enemy fights for total destruction. The outcome of the war is eternal. Preparation is the message of this book. Author Derek Prince gives excellent instruction and advice to the warrior preparing to take his or her place on the battlefield of the Lord.

THE REVIEW

Rules of Engagement, Preparing for your Role in the Spiritual Battle is divided into four parts:

• Building A Soldier's Character
• Holy Spirit Training
• Battle in the Heavenlies
• Enduring to the End

and each chapter concludes with questions which provoke you to think about your answers. The book is abundant with illustrations from Scripture.

This is the first book I have read by Derek Prince. I've heard him quoted often but have never read anything written by him. This book provides a fresh look at an old subject. The author does an outstanding job in offering clean insights which helps to bring clear understanding about the battle Christians are engaged in. The writing is engaging and easy to read.

MY CONCLUSION

Stay in the Word. Again, Rules of Engagement, Preparing for Your Role in the Spiritual Battle starts with building character and concludes with living character. This is character transformed by the Holy Spirit into the character of Jesus Christ. 2 Corinthians 4:17-18 speaks of looking at the things we cannot see and how they are eternal. It is character which allows us to see the unseen. I quote Derek Prince from the book: "Those things are the things that are eternal. They do not change. They are in the Word."

Stay in the Word. I recommend this book highly for any seeking to understand and to be equipped to take his or her place on the spiritual battlefield.

I received this book from Chosen Books. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Confronting Jezebel: A Book Review

What is the spirit of Jezebel? Is it male or female? Can it Jezebel affect only women or will it also affect men? Author Steve Sampson provides the answers to these questions and many more in his book Confronting Jezebel, Discerning and Defeating the Spirit of Control.

EXPOSING THE SPIRIT OF JEZEBEL

Is Jezebel simply a story in the Bible or is Jezebel a demon? Does the follower of Christ who refuses to crucify his or her flesh subject themselves to the spirit of Jezebel? Confronting Jezebel, Discerning and Defeating the Spirit of Control answers yes and yes to both questions.

Steve Sampson goes all out exposing the spirit of Jezebel. He exposes the strategies of this evil spirit, the activity of this demonic entity, and its characteristics.

DOES THE SPIRIT OF JEZEBEL AFFECT ME?

Confronting Jezebel, Discerning and Defeating the Spirit of Control is written in a manner which will open the eyes of the reader. Each chapter concludes with questions which will provoke deep thought both in the realm of the spirit and in the realm of the flesh. The book begins with the introduction to Queen Jezebel, the wife of King Ahab. A wealth of information unfolds as the true spirit of Jezebel, its activities, and its overall purpose are clearly exposed.

I applaud Steve Sampson for exposing the demonic forces working to affect all humanity who rejoice as they leave in their wake a trail of destruction. I was led to search my flesh as well as my spirit to see if I am being affected by the spirit of Jezebel. Reading and reflecting upon what I read, I understand why the author closes each chapter with prayer. Developing and strengthening the inner life is only done through prayer and meditation on truth in time spent alone with Almighty God. Without it we are powerless to confront the Jezebel spirit.

CONFRONTING THE SPIRIT OF JEZEBEL

The strongest weapon the enemy possesses and uses is the disbelief that the devil and his horde of demons exist. Steve Sampson exposes the truth about the spirit of Jezebel. He presents clear truth when one confronts the spirit of Jezebel. He offers hope that we all can be set free from the effects and the influence of this evil destroyer of souls. I highly recommend Confronting Jezebel, Discerning and Defeating the Spirit of Control to those desiring more knowledge and understanding of the spiritual realm.

I received this book from Chosen Books as a part of their reviewers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising." Author/Publisher requirements to satisfy FCC.

Book Review: Spirit Wars by Kris Vallotton

How often do we take the spirit realm for granted, not giving it nary a second thought? We joke and say, "Well, the devil made me do it!" Is this really a joke? Is there really an enemy who is dead serious about destroying your life and your eternal soul?

The book, Spirit Wars, Winning the Invisible Battle Against Sin and the Enemy, is a book addressing the enemy and the horde of his forces which wage war against your life and your soul. Author, Kris Vallotton opens his heart and shares his life experiences in fighting the forces of the enemy of the soul.

I like the title the author gives to the second chapter of the book, Are You Living In A Haunted House? This question brings clearly to light the concept of the death of the "old man", the sin nature. it gets right to the heart of the saying, "the devil made me do it."

Spirit Wars, Winning the Invisible Battle Against Sin and the Enemy brings to mind Ephesians 6:12, "We are not fighting against humans. We are fighting against forces and authorities and against rulers of darkness and powers in the spiritual world (Contemporary English Version)." Kris Vallotton exposes the deceptive work of the enemy and arms the Christian warrior with the knowledge needed to wage a victorious war against him.

The author writes in a manner which is very readable. He presents the many concepts, facts, plans, and weapons of this warfare so they are easily understandable. He even provides a chapter dealing with generational curses.

The realm of the spirit is a frightening place. Spirit Wars, Winning the Invisible Battle Against Sin and the Enemy will not alleviate the fear, but it will give the reader insight, encouragement, and knowledge of what must be done to withstand the deceptions, the traps, and the attacks of the enemy until we stand victorious with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. I recommend this book to any interested in learning more about the spiritual realm.

I received this book from Bethany House Publishers as a part of their reviewers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Book Review: Ascent Into Darkness by Michael Leehan

Do evil spirits exist? Does the devil exist? Do these entities have real power? Is there really such things as good and evil? Is it possible for a human being to sense and operate under the influence of spiritual entities either good or evil? Though these questions are not answered directly in a yes or no manner, author and evangelist, Michael Leehan, goes far beyond simple yes or no answers in his book, “Ascent From Darkness, How Satan's Soldier Became God's Warrior.”

“Ascent From Darkness, How Satan's Soldier Became God's Warrior” is the autobiography of a man who made a conscious decision to serve and worship Satan. The book details the true story of Michael Leehan's descent into darkness, his enslavement by Satan, his possession by demonic spirits, the life and death struggle taking place in the spirit realm, and his redemption. The author admits from the beginning he is not a Bible scholar or a professional writer. Yet his passion for the spiritual flows freely throughout the book in its entirety.

I sat down with “Ascent From Darkness, How Satan's Soldier Became God's Warrior” on the day it arrived in the mail. I only intended to read the introduction, which in this book is the Acknowledgments and the Author's Note. The expressive honesty of the author, Michael Leehan in the Author's Note sunk its hook into me instantly. I did not stop reading until I reached the Epilogue!

Though the author admits to not being a professional writer, his writing style is very engaging and easy to read. His style adds to the ability of the book to open one's eyes to the realm of things spiritual. His experience in dealing with Christians while being a servant of Satan lends a realism to the words of 2Corinthians 11:14, “for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.” Another eye-opener in the book is Michael Leehan's use of James 4:7. His exegesis of the verse while serving Satan is something every Christian should take very seriously.

I went to bed after the first reading of “Ascent From Darkness, How Satan's Soldier Became God's Warrior” pleading the blood of Jesus for protection. It is not that the book scared me. It is the stark reality that so much of modern Christianity takes this subject for granted, paying very little attention to it. We truly live in a very dangerous environment. I highly recommend this book as required reading for all Christians. It will have a profound impact on how and what you think of the spiritual realm.

I received this book free from Thomas Nelson Publishers as part of their BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Lord of Hosts, God of War

"Therefore saith the Lord, the LORD of hosts, the mighty One of Israel, Ah, I will ease me of mine adversaries, and avenge me of mine enemies (Isa. 1:24 KJV)."


This verse references God as the 'LORD of hosts, the mighty One of Israel'. The word hosts means a mass of people organized for war. A one-word definition would be army. The mighty One of Israel, Jehovah, is the LORD of armies.


What is the purpose of an army? Is it to fight? How then could a loving God Almighty be a God of armies? How could a loving, peaceable God be a God of war?


"And there was war in heaven (Rev. 12:7 KJV)."


"That old serpent, called the devil: ... he was cast out into the earth (Rev. 12:9 KJV)."


"And I beheld Satan as lightning fall from heaven (Lu. 10:18 KJV)."


War began when Lucifer rebelled against God. Lucifer lost the battle in Heaven. He was cast to the earth. He launched another offensive against God in Eden with the deception of Eve.


Satan may have thought he'd won when Christ took his last human breath on the cross. We know, however, ultimate victory was declared when Christ rose from the dead. The devil must be aware of his final demise, yet he continues to battle.


We love to read of and hear sermons about the spiritual armor of Ephesians 6. We get excited when we read and hear of the Apostle Paul having fought a good fight (2Ti. 4:7). Do we understand the concept that our God is a God of war? Do we comprehend that those whom God has chosen are called to fight? Paul does refer to those whom God chooses as soldiers (2Ti. 2:4).


The chosen ones of God, the people who are called by his name, the redeemed of the Lamb, are in a fight for eternity. The destination of our eternal soul hangs in the balance of victory or defeat.


Christ won complete and perfect victory at Calvary. The war, however, still rages in our minds because the enemy is a master deceiver. We must keep fighting the good fight. We must keep the faith and finish the course. Defeat should not be an option.


Prayer is communication with the Commander, the LORD of hosts. Prayer is where we receive our orders. God did not call us as soldiers to fight his war without equipping us with a weapon. He has given us, and we should learn to use, the Sword of the Spirit. The Sword of the Spirit is quick, powerful, and sharp (Heb. 4:12).

I encourage all who follow Christ to put on the armor of Ephesians 6. I encourage all to endure hardship like a good soldier of Christ (2Ti. 2:3). I encourage and admonish all who fight the good fight to not get tangled up with the affairs of this present life (2Ti. 2:4).

The moment will come when we rise victorious as we look directly into the eyes of Jesus Christ. The moment will come when we relish the victory when we hear the words, "well done my good and faithful servant". God bless...