Monday, November 5, 2012

Book Review: The Wind and the Rudder

The Wind and the Rudder: How to Live in the Power of the Spirit Without Becoming Weird
This is a well balanced book about the Wind of the Spirit and the Balance of the Word of God.  
In his own words he says that it is his  heart’s desire is that all who read this book would capture a fresh excitement and yearning for all that the Spirit wants to do in and through you. He does not intend , to diminish in the slightest way the high regard in which he hold the Spirit’s gifts and activity. Also added are testimonies from others about the Holy Spirit leading and activity in their lives and ministries.  

He makes a very good point about "The message from God is that there needs to be no competition between the activity of the Holy Spirit and an emphasis on love; we don’t have to choose
between the gifts or the fruit of the Spirit."  And also this statement: "The presence and powerful working of the Holy Spirit does not negate the need for wise planning, healthy infrastructure, mature leadership, sound teaching, and intentional discipleship."  See the balance?  
The author did a great job of explaining the picture of a boat sails and rudder to show us that we can labor with what we know  (continually rowing) but when the Wind (of the Spirit) comes we need to catch a hold and flow effortlessly on that wind.   
I enjoyed this book immensely, as I am always looking to know Holy Spirit more/better.  This book just stirred that passion for Holy Spirit even more.  

I received this e-Book for FREE from Destiny Image for an honest review. 


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