The Adversary (2013). Mark I. Bubeck.
Synopsis: This book focuses on the demonic activity that Christians face and offers biblical support for a basic understanding of spiritual warfare and the tools God has provided to be victorious when confronted with demonic attack.
Media: Print / One-time Purchase
Price: Approximately $12.
ISBN or URL: 978-0-8024-0991-1
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The author approaches the issue of spiritual warfare from a Calvinist perspective and, although he does include the importance of holy living and sanctification, he does not articulate how it all works together. Another issue is that, though he stresses Bible verse memorization, he overlooks the necessity for deeper cleansing by the Holy Spirit to bring about a real transformation within the person. Yet, despite these two issues, the book does yield some benefit as it offers prayers that are of value.
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Exposing Witchcraft in the Church (1997). Rick Godwin. Charisma Publishing House.
Synopsis: This book discusses the subtle and not-so-subtle influences of witchcraft in the Church, how to identify the presence of witchcraft in the Church, and how to appropriate the Christian's victory over the enemy.
Media: Print / One-time Purchase
Price: Approximately $15.
ISBN or URL: 0-88149-454-X
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This is an excellent book, and one that is easy to use, for a basic understanding of the presence of the occult in the Church and how to be victorious over the enemy.
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Evicting Demonic Intruders (1993). Noel and Phyl Gibson.
Synopsis: This volume is a concise guide specifically written for pastors and counselors to minister deliverance to oppressed Christians. It details a number of afflictions, including depression, anger, various fears, and low self-esteem. It even addresses hereditary and cultural bondages.
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Price: Approximately $15.
ISBN or URL: 1874367094
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This is probably the best written single volume I have read addressing the deliverance ministry. As advertised, it is specifically written to be a guide for pastors and counselors and comes after many years of the two authors being in the deliverance ministry. One must know what one is doing before engaging in the practice of deliverance and this book does an excellent job covering the need-to-know essentials.
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Destined to Overcome (1982). Paul E. Billheimer. Bethany Publishing House.
Synopsis: This book teaches the reader, in a simplified way, how to rely on God's strength for spiritual victory. It introduces the reader to some of Satan's strategies and the believer's weapons to overcome the spiritual enemy.
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Price: Approximately $20.
ISBN or URL: 978-0-7642-0304-6
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This is a nice introduction for those interested in spiritual warfare without getting too deep. It is perfect for those who do not want a lengthy study of the subject.
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Good Morning Holy Spirit (2004). Benny Hinn. Thomas Nelson Publishing House.
Synopsis: A powerful and inspiring book that delves into the author's personal journey with the Holy Spirit. Hinn shares his experiences and insights, offering practical guidance on how to develop a deeper relationship with the third person of the Trinity.
Media: Print / One-time Purchase
Price: Approximately $20.
ISBN or URL: 978-0-7852-6126-1
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This is a good introductory book for the study of pneumatology. Though there are some points the author stresses in making his case at the risk of diminishing other elements of the faith, the book serves a useful purpose in encouraging a Spirit-filled life.
Call me negative if you want but I do not trust Benny Hinn and I did not like this book at all.
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Prayers that Heal the Heart (2021). Mark & Patti Virkler. Bridge-Logos Publishing House.
Synopsis: This volume covers seven different prayers that work together to build faith in God's healing power to facilitate the healing of heart wounds. Each prayer is biblically established with guides that teach how to hear from the Lord, who is also the Counselor.
Media: Print / One-time Purchase
Price: Approximately $20.
ISBN or URL: 978-1-61036-258-0
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This is an excellent book to guide the reader through seven prayers designed to hear the Lord's voice and allow the Holy Spirit to heal the reader from deep emotional wounds.
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They Shall Expel Demons (1998). Derek Prince. Bridge-Logos Publishing House.
Synopsis: This volume covers the basics of spiritual warfare and the deliverance ministry. The author spends several chapters explaining his start in the deliverance ministry and the biblical basis for its need. He then describes the steps one can take to undergo deliverance and the prerequisites for a successful outcome.
Media: Print / One-time Purchase
Price: Approximately $10.
ISBN or URL: 1-901144-06-2
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This book is useful for a beginning student of spiritual warfare. For a more seasoned professional, however, this book is not as useful as it could be. Much of the book is spent in defense of the ministry rather than delving into areas of deeper understanding. There are several good chapters toward the end of the book, but for one more experienced with spiritual warfare there are more profitable volumes from which to draw.
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Witchcraft in the Pews (2008). G G Bloomer. Whiticker Publishing House.
Synopsis: With witchcraft on the rise, there is a very real danger of it infiltrating the Church. This book teaches the reader to detect ministers who use intimidation and fear, controlling spirits in families, spiritual discernment, manipulative business techniques, and spiritual distractions.
Media: Print / One-time Purchase
Price: Approximately $20.
ISBN or URL: 978-1-60374-033-3
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A very good book for a basic study of detecting witchcraft in the Church. This does not require a deeper study of spiritual warfare, nor does it ask for the reader to be more spiritually prepared before engaging in the subject. It is simple, yet very effective.
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