Faith Still Moves Mountains

by Harris Faulkner

Faith Still Moves Mountains: Miraculous Stories of the Healing Power of Prayer.

We need reminders of God’s power now more than ever.

We often think about prayer as a wish list, with God as Santa Claus. The reality is that the power of prayer reminds us not only how small we are, but also how big God is. Prayer is hope put into action. And prayer works.

From the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Haiti to the theater shooting in Aurora, Colorado, believers testify to how God inspired hope even when all seemed lost.

Two teenagers who were saved from treacherous seas by a vessel named Amen now give thanks for the rescue that changed their lives. A woman’s near-death experience with COVID-19 turned out to be the crisis freeing her from despair. Others speak to how prayer helped them navigate family trauma, overcome abuse, and cope with mental illness and depression. Historical accounts of miracles testify to God’s power throughout time, and Faulkner recounts the role of faith and prayer in her own life and the life of her father.

Along with these stories of God’s presence, the book includes an exclusive packet of newly written prayers. Created to reflect the current times, this prayer booklet will provide a road map for putting the lessons of these stories into action.

Faith Still Moves Mountains reminds us that God’s light always shines through the darkness. Through these testimonies, we learn prayer isn’t just a ritual, it’s a vital spiritual strategy in a world that wants us to give up the fight.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Faith, Spirituality, Religion, Audiobook, Christian Non Fiction

285 pages, Hardcover

First published November 15, 2022

About the author

Harris Faulkner is an American newscaster and television host for the Fox News Channel. Faulkner is a co-anchor on Outnumbered and she is host of her own program, Outnumbered Overtime. Faulkner has received six Emmy Awards. She married TV reporter Tony Berlin in 2003 and they have two daughters.

Reviews

[Cara · Rating 5 out of 5]

First and foremost, I want to start this review off by saying any hateful or disgusting comments will be removed immediately. Faith Still Moves Mountains written by Harris Faulkner was so powerful and such an inspiring book. As a Christian myself, this book really pulled on my heart strings. My emotions were overcome by tears, smiles, and laughs. Harris Faulkner is one of the many women I look up to. I have learned so much from reading this book, not every situation is going to be unicorns and sprinkles, some situations are going to include thunder. It is easy to say you have faith, but it takes courage to live by faith. This is a book about people praying to God in the ugly times of their lives, but also in the good times of their lives. As a Christian, I have often lost friends because of what I believe in, but I have also gained some amazing friends. This book tells stories of people who never believed in God, but once they actually prayed, God has come to their rescue. As I was reading this heartfelt book, I found myself wiping away a numerous amount of tears because many of these stories were so heart breaking. I recommend this beautiful book to anyone and everyone.

Faith Still Moves Mountains is a collection of powerful, true life stories about protection, resilience, rescue, and healing. Harris also included little paragraphs of her own thoughts throughout some of the stories. Some stories this beautiful book includes are the aftermath of the devastating earthquake in Haiti, the movie theater shooting in Aurora, Colorado. Believers in this book testify to how God inspired hope even when all seemed lost. After reading this book, I had to gather my thoughts, but I realized so many people face the struggles that I faced, such as losing my senior year of high school in 2020 when covid-19 made schools close, and everyone had to use zoom. This books tells stories of people asking God for help when they struggle with family drama, drug overdoses, overcoming any kind of abuse, wether it's mentally or physically. I never wanted this beautiful, heart tugging, uplifting, and inspiring book to end.

Please do yourself a favor and pick up a copy of this book, it definitely didn't disappoint in anyway, in all honesty it made me feel better to know i'm not alone in so many ways. All i'm going to say is read this book for yourself, it might speak to others more than other people, but it shows people overcoming so much as they share their prayers with God. Words come in many shapes, forms, an sizes, some may be cupcakes and unicorns, some may be ugly like green beans, but words can also be powerful. I'm sorry i'm getting sappy with this review, but I will be honest, this book made me cry more than once learning what other people have been through or what people are going through. I'm not in anyway telling people what to believe, or how to live their lives, i'm only sharing my experiences and thoughts after reading this book. My heart swelled with emotion, but after reading certain stories my heart was filled with hope. If anyone does decide to read this book, I hope you love it as much as I did, and I can't wait to hear so many of your thoughts.

[Carlymor · Rating 5 out of 5]

An incredibly moving read with stories of people who have used prayer to combat life's trials. Some of the stories are about incredible challenges in which prayer is used to not only overcome a situation, but also about the comfort that comes from prayer and feeling like we are not alone. Inspiring and recommended.

[Sheila · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was an enjoyable read about faith and its possibilities.

[Candace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Faith Still Moves Mountains is filled with testimonies about the power of prayer. Each chapter begins with a sentence or two about the chapter, a Bible verse and then the testimony. Harris Faulkner includes comment snippets throughout the chapters. The last chapter is Faulkner's eyewitness account of how her father's faith and prayer life influenced her beliefs. Nestled in the middle of the hardcover book is a prayer packet filled with modern prayers. I glanced at it thinking I would be able to look at it more thoroughly after I finished the book. Unfortunately, I had to return the book to the public library. Luckily, I was able to locate an e-book version and I finished reading it. The electronic version, however, did not have the prayer packet.

Each of the testimonials moved me and each, in turn, strengthened my prayer life. If you are looking for a well-written, inspirational book about prayer, Harris Faulkner's Faith Still Moves Mountains is a good starting place. I feel its moving eyewitness accounts provide evidence to the power of prayer.

[Chris Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

We Live by Faith Not by Sight

Harris Faulkner has done a masterful job of organizing and sharing incredible stories of faith. The individuals and families profiled in her book are proof positive that TRUE Believers live by Faith and NOT by sight. It is easy to say you have Faith, but it takes courage to LIVE by Faith.

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some stories resonated with me (story of the two young swimmers) more than others.

[Sandy · Rating 2 out of 5]

The stories were definitely miraculous and some were just gut wrenching. My problem with this book is the author chose to add too much superfluous paragraphs of her own thoughts. I just want the story. I finally had to start skimming the stories because I just didn't want all the extra narrative.

[Andrea Manninen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good stories. A beautiful narration on audible, but she need not have tried to become the voices of her storytellers. That was awkward.

[arianna · Rating 5 out of 5]

what an easy five star rating. this book was so good and emotional. it really pulls at your heartstrings and it was so well done. every single story truly inspires you.

[Sarah Saldin · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a lovely compilation of inspiring, faith-filled vignettes. I love Harris Faulkner and admire her as a journalist and as a Christian.

My favorite stories within the book were: And All the People said Amen!, Rees Howells and the Prayer Warriors of Dunkirk, When Dani Met Doug, and My North Star (Faulkner's story).

This is a great book to go to if you need a "pick me up" on your faith journey. It's a call to never surrender, to go to the Lord with a bold, courageous faith! It would make a great gift for someone going through a hard time. Or a great coffee table book, because the stories are short.

I loved it! Thank you, Harris Faulkner! God bless!

[C.S. Wachter · Rating 2 out of 5]

From the introduction: You are divinely loved. If you haven’t heard that today, read that out loud. You are so loved that God created, sacrificed, and resurrected His only son for you.

I received this book as a gift after listing it on my Amazon Wish List. I had just finished reading J. Gresham Machen’s Christianity and Liberalism and decided to read Faith Still Moves Mountains next. It was an eye-opening example of what Machen was warning Christians about in his book 100 years ago. And the evidence was right in the very first paragraph. Jesus was begotten, not made. Jesus, the second person of the trinity preexisted all of creation.

Despite my concern at finding a principal tenent of doctrine laid to waste, I decided to continue reading as I had gotten this as a gift. There were some interesting stories though on the light side. Think Christianity-lite. Rather disappointing I am sad to say.

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Never more clear that God has a hand in EVERYTHING!

Excellent!

[Heidi Varner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this inspiring book about modern day miracle true stories. I’ve been blessed with many holy moments in my lifetime and believe in the power of prayer. This was a great book for those vibes.

[Jaime Andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a book! These stories touched my heart in a way I didn't even know I was needing. And the scripture connecting them? Excellent. Loved this so much.

[Kenneth · Rating 5 out of 5]

An awesome read. The author relates the stories of a number of people who were caught up in trying situations in their lives and/or the lives of loved ones and how their faith in God and their prayer life got them through. There are stories of survivors. In the last chapter she tells how her father's faith affected her own life. Highly recommended.

[Karen B · Rating 5 out of 5]

Book about prayers and miracles. I had to return to the library but I had almost finished it. A book to build your faith and trust in God represented with true stories of very different people.

[Mike Rybak · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very Encouraging

This was a great book that encouraged my faith and pushed me to pray and trust God each day for our needs. A must-read book!

[Elle · Rating 3 out of 5]

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This was a pick for my Christian Women's Book Club. This was various "inspirational" stories. Several of these were so depressing it was hard to find the motivation in them. Others were uplifting but, not really miracles and they also rambled on. I listened to the audio book and double timed most of the stories to get through them. I was surprised at the high ratings on Amazon and Goodreads as that didn't match my experience with this book.

[Jeryl Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow, just wow! This book has opened my eyes to desiring a more productive & effective prayer life. The 19 stories touched on all areas of life & Harris has wonderfully captured the experience of each person & how prayer changed his or her life. Thank you, Harris!

[Jill · Rating 2 out of 5]

Just couldn't get past the narration voice. My problem but couldn't do it.

[maryann gless · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Faith - From a very accomplished and beautiful Woman-

I watch Ms Faulkner daily - great fan because of her intelligent views on every topic that comes up-
These touching stories cannot be read without having an affect on the readers-
Thank you Harris for all of this shared Faith in Our Lord

[Carrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

There’s so much I appreciated about this book! I will list a few of those things in a moment but first will just mention that I very rarely give 5 stars to books - they have to be completely captivating for me to do so. This book wasn’t that as it was slow in parts, but I definitely recommend the book!

Okay, things I appreciated.
1. That the author took the time to research & compile a variety of faith stories from different time periods.
2. Not all of the faith stories ended with prayers being answered in they way they had wanted. But, prayers were definitely answered & the stories contain God’s faithfulness, presence, & love.
3. Her father’s faith, mindset, & attitude throughout his life & the fact he did live with a victim’s mindset. He certainly could’ve with challenges in his youth and being African American in the 1960’s as he joined the military to serve our country.
4. I love hearing about how God works in
& through others & it helps encourage & grow my faith, too

[Steffi Diaz · Rating 3 out of 5]

Im giving this book 3 stars because don’t get me wrong the stories are very interesting but it’s written by a reporter and its really hard to get passed her tone. I eventually got used to her tone and kind just focused on story its self but then she adds all these extra comments and its just makes the book feel like its dragging like just hurry up and get to the point. It was interesting to see how God has showed up to help these people and it was really inspirational but the writer just ruins it tbh I honestly couldn’t even finish the book. I stopped reading towards the last 50 pages and just couldn’t do it anymore.

[Lily · Rating 2 out of 5]

Along with her own reflections and conclusions, Harris Faulkner (a TV newscaster) narrates true stories of current people and people of the past where prayer has been a great influence in their lives. Some have had prayers miraculously answered while others just have peace with their circumstances. Each chapter focuses on one attribute that the author thinks is important. They are: rescue, purpose, restoration, perseverance, and healing. She ends with a little bit of her background and talks about her faith.

[Laney · Rating 2 out of 5]

Impressive that a book about faith was written in such an uninspiring way. The writing itself was the quality of an undergrad thesis paper and the stories were drawn out yet often went off topic and got confusing. This is a Fox News book which really tells ya all you need to know. Slogged through it

[Carolyn Sweet · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was a nice read but somehow I didn't feel like many of the stories were truly miraculous. I was a little disappointed.

[Ta Am · Rating 2 out of 5]

Oups, you should read the whole title of a book.
I'm not religious, so I had a hard time at some parts.

[Tracie Hall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Faith Still Moves Mountains by Harris Faulkner

BIBLIOGRAPHIC DETAILS:
-Print: COPYRIGHT ©: November 15, 2022; ISBN 978- 0063225930; PUBLISHER: Broadside Books; PAGES: 288; UNABRIDGED (Hardback Info from Amazon)
-Digital: COPYRIGHT ©: November 15, 2022; PUBLISHER: Broadside e-books; PAGES: 287; UNABRIDGED (Digital Info from Amazon)
*Audio: COPYRIGHT ©: November 15, 2022; PUBLISHER: Harper Audio / Audible; DURATION: 8 hours, 48 minutes; Unabridged; (Audio Info from Amazon)
-FEATURE FILM OR TV: No.

SERIES: No

SUMMARY/ EVALUATION:
-SELECTED. This book caught my eye in a the NBPL Friends bookshop – I always like a good miracle story, so I downloaded the audio from my Libby app.
-ABOUT: Several short stories; each with its own event that feels to those involved like an orchestration of powers beyond the usual realms of possibility.
-OVERALL OPINION: The stories are engrossing and moving.

AUTHOR:
Harris Faulkner
(From Amazon)
“Harris Kimberley Faulkner (born October 13, 1965) is an American conservative newscaster and television host who joined the Fox News Channel[1] in 2005.[2] She anchors The Faulkner Focus, a daily daytime show, and hosts Outnumbered.[3] Additionally, she hosts her own primetime political franchise called Town Hall America with Harris Faulkner.[4][5] She has received six Emmy Awards,[6] including the 2005 Upper Midwest Emmy Awards for Best Newscaster (nominee) and Best News Special (recipient).[7]”

NARRATORS
Harris Faulkner (see above)
Minnie Belle
(From Tanto Media)
“Minnie Belle is a Connecticut native who has had a passion for reading since childhood. With a background in music and theater, she is excited to lend her voice to audiobooks. She is a wife and mother and loves cooking, traveling, and hiking.”

GENRE:
Nonfiction; Faith; Religion; Christianity;

TIME FRAME:
Future (Paul was born in the 57th year of the Padishah Emperor, Shaddam IV); 10,000’s

SUBJECTS (as related to the story):
Religion; Christianity; Bible; Faith; Miracles

DEDICATION:
“To my husband, Tony, and our two daughters, Bella Grace and Danika Jo, thank you for teaching me every day that life’s adventures require my unconditional love for the Lord and bravery to live out His purpose for me.”

SAMPLE QUOTATION:
From “All the People Said Amen”
“High school seniors on a fun outing into trouble that only God can solve.
In my distress I called to the Lord; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry cam before him, into his ears.
__Psalm 18:6
“We could make it.”
Heather Brown looked across the swirling waters of Matanzas inlet. For a moment she hesitated, sizing up the distance to swim out to the inlet, but then echoed back her friend Tyler Smith’s prediction.
“Yeah. Yeah, let’s do it.”
It was senior skip day in April 2019, and Heather and Tyler had joined their fellow classmates to play hooky on the beach. Located on the Atlantic Coast, on the north side of the Matanzas inlet, Vilano Beach is considered one of St. Augustine’s best-kept-secrets. It’s a strand so hidden away that the college spring breakers don’t even know to flock to it, and that day, with the winds up and the waves high, the group from Christ Church Academy had nearly the entire stretch to themselves.
It had been a great day, and Heather felt a thrill as they jogged across the blazing white sand of Vilano Beach and entered the water. It was going to be so cool, she thought, when she and Tyler were the first ones to make the swim to the inlet.”

RATING:.
3

STARTED READING – FINISHED READING
4-5-2024 to 4-16-2024

[Robert Vincent · Rating 5 out of 5]

In a time like this a book like this written by a prominent television journalist is so very encouraging! Harris Faulkner brings the reader a collection of individual stories of prayer and faith that inspire even when any of us might be so disappointed in current events that may lead some to even despair. The accounts of how God can bring people through struggles by their prayers and faith that “He is with them,” amazes me still. From rescues from physical, emotional and spiritual trauma of people known in history to those in our recent news, Faulkner is able to relate their courage and victories, and sometimes defeats with grace and hope to the reader. Throughout the book she quotes scripture and gives biblical stories validating her convictions of God’s faithfulness and the courage of those dear ones in His trust.

In the last chapter the author relates her own father’s faith and steadfast love of God and family as an example of a life well lived. She says that, “When my father passed away on Christmas Day 2020, we lost our family’s Christmas North Star. Retired Lieutenant Colonel Bobby R. Harris, the man whose grace and strength guided me and so many others, was following God’s orders and dutifully transferred to heaven.” Concerning prayer, the core message, in my opinion in the pages of her book, Faulkner says, “Through writing this book, it’s opened my eyes further about how much prayer reminds us of our weakness and fallibility. Every time I pray, it’s an admission to God that I need Him.”

Now, for all of those who have been told or just believe without seeing that Fox News does not speak the truth and would never turn it on, please catch The Faulkner Report or Out Numbered to listen to this woman of integrity. It is clear that Harris Faulkner would never tell you lies. Or I challenge you to read this book or one of her other books to appreciate her life’s testimony. In her own words, “I love my Divine Assignment, which is to assist other people tell their stories and to disseminate those lived experiences to teach others how best to survive, thrive, and reap fulfilled lives…That was the mission I planned and undertook in writing this book. It is the mission that I hope to accomplish every day in my role in television news. I have faith, and I pray that it is pleasing to God.”

And in the concluding remarks she turns to us the readers: “My hope for all of you, the same is real and active in your life, that you find joy and satisfaction in your life and your work, that you are able to glorify God in all things, that the miracle of our creation continues to please the Lord. May God’s will be done through you—and may your prayers bring you closer to Him. Amen.”

This book says more about the author than even those persons she describes in her book! I encourage you to read her accounts and to catch her morning programs.

[Kelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

God moves in our lives whether we see it or not. These are stories of people who recognized God’s involvement in their circumstances and the power prayer has on outcomes. I really enjoyed the heartfelt stories Faulkner portrays; we need more light and stories that are spiritually uplifting in this dark and chaotic world.
A concern I have is a remark on page 187 where Faulkner writes: “God had instructed us to perform physical rituals…” I don’t find a Biblical basis in the New Testament (which I’ve read twice and regularly study) for such a statement. Ritualistic/legalistic/religious traditions and practices/regulations were nailed to the cross with Jesus. He fulfilled the law. In Jesus, we live under the New Covenant.
Another concern is where she writes on page 189 that “we all have the same destination in mind, but the routes we can take are many, and God has chosen to place signposts along the way.” I agree everyone searches. We know in our hearts there is something more, a destination, and people do take many paths in search of it. However, there is but one true and narrow path, all the rest fail and lead to destruction. Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Jesus. See John 14:6. If the referenced “signposts” represent God’s spirit pointing us to the path of Jesus, then I wish Faulkner had said as much. I wouldn’t want readers to assume there are many routes to God because there aren’t. That’s not my opinion, it’s what Jesus himself said.
With that, the book is inspiring and shows that God, to his glory, may do his best work when we are at the brink of collapse.