The God You Need to Know: Experience the Holy Spirit's Power and Presence Today

by Margaret Feinberg

Learn practical ways to engage the Holy Spirit in your life as you encounter God's Spirit throughout the Old Testament.

This 6-session video Bible study guide (streaming access included) will change the way you interact with the Holy Spirit. Many of us jump to Acts 2 and Pentecost to understand the Spirit of God. But if you look closely, you'll find hints and delightful surprises throughout the entirety of Scripture as Holy Spirit works powerfully in unexpected places.

The God You Need to Know Bible Study Guide will deepen your relationship with the Holy Spirit as beloved Bible teacher Margaret Feinberg uncovers the Spirit's work throughout the Old Testament—in the lives of David, Gideon, Ezekiel, and others. With their stories as a guide, Margaret provides 12 practices to help you engage with the Spirit and experience a more vibrant faith life.

Genres: Christian, Nonfiction, Christian Living, Spirituality

224 pages, Paperback

Published June 10, 2025

About the author

A self-described "hot mess," Margaret Feinberg is a popular Bible teacher and speaker at churches and leading conferences such as Catalyst, Thrive, and Women of Joy. Her books, including The Organic God, The Sacred Echo, Scouting the Divine, and Wonderstruck and their corresponding Bible studies, have sold nearly one million copies and received critical acclaim and extensive national media coverage from CNN, the Associated Press, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, and more.

She was recently named one of 50 women most shaping culture and the church today by Christianity Today, one of the 30 Voices who will help lead the church in the next decade by Charisma magazine and one of the ’40 Under 40’ who will shape Christian publishing by Christian Retailing magazine. Margaret lives in Morrison, Colorado, with her husband, Leif, and their superpup, Hershey. She believes some of the best days are spent in jammies, laughing, and being silly.

Reviews

[Christian Shelves · Rating 4 out of 5]

The premise of this book interested me as I wanted to learn more about the third person of the Trinity, God the Holy Spirit, whom we may not speak of or study as often as we do with God the Father and God the Son. Although Jesus shared much about the promised Advocate who was coming to dwell within believers, it was refreshing to be reminded of the Holy Spirit’s active work throughout the Old Testament through many of God's people. Margaret Feinberg is a new author to me, so I appreciated how she brought readers back to the Bible in each chapter when relaying how we could better know and understand who the Spirit is.

This book challenged me in a positive way to move from my predominantly intellectual approach when studying the matters of faith to one that is, quite frankly, more spiritual. The testimonies shared within the pages were moving and pointed to how we cannot put God in a box. Being attuned to God and evaluating everything by His Word is a call to keep abiding in Him, one that the author demonstrated through amazing stories of the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament, her life, and those of her family and friends. Readers looking for a systematic explanation of the power and presence of the Holy Spirit leading up to and beyond Pentecost will simultaneously experience a fresh breath of air and a desire for God's consuming fire in life.

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Many thanks to ICON Media Group for providing a complimentary copy of this book for review consideration. All opinions are my own.

[Mary Catherine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow- amazing autobiographical testimony from Margaret Feinberg’s life woven with people from the Old Testament who encountered the presence of the Holy Spirit. The breath prayers are life giving, powerful prayers. The Spirit of the Living God is the God you need to know.

[JessQueen · Rating 5 out of 5]

The God You Need to Know by Margaret Feinberg

Thanks to the ALC program by @librofm I was delighted by Feinberg’s experiences and enlightenment. A wonderful work to have a close and deep encounter with the Holy Spirit and the love of God.

✨The God You Need to Know is for you if:

❤️You love Jesus, but your faith feels dry or disconnected lately
❤️You're curious (but cautious) about the Holy Spirit and want a grounded, approachable way to explore
❤️You want practical tools, not just more head knowledge
❤️You've ever thought, "Why does this feel so real for others . . . but distant for me?"

This book is a gem for believers and for all those who are interested in connecting with a higher spiritual power, who are seeking, knocking and waiting for that door to open.

[Wren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Margaret Feinberg's fantastic The God You Need to Know is a joyful, intimate, and engrossing study on the person of the Trinity that perhaps we know the least best: Holy Spirit. In 6 sessions which include video teaching (with the code you'll find inside your workbook), group session portions, and personal 5-day Bible study sections, you'll get to know Holy Spirit. Feinberg uses Old Testament and New Testament Scriptures to help us to know Him better. She recommends ways we can watch for Him moving in our own lives. She encourages us to wait for Him and respond to Him when we see Him moving.

The video teachings pair perfectly with the study, and Feinberg uses both Scriptures and her own (and others') experiences to help us to pay attention to this person of the Trinity who's unique and moving all throughout the Bible.

This study is exciting, heart-changing, and wonderful. I really did feel that I knew Holy Spirit in a deeper and more intimate way after this study. Highly recommend!

I received a copy of this book from the author. All opinions shared here are my own honest ones.

[Amy to the Max · Rating 4 out of 5]

The God you Need to Know

400 references in OT of the Holy Spirit
Spirits words are always consistent with gods scripture

Abide purposefully in our breath prayers: Mark 10:47
In: lord Jesus Christ
Out: have mercy on me

In: Spirit of the living God
Out: I want all of you

In: spirit of the living God
Out: move mightily in my mayhem

The spirit can speak through dreams. Divine dreams
Ask the HS to communicate to us. Even at night.
In: spirit of the living god
Out: help me hear from you both day and night

Whatever you dream of creating/making can change someone’s life. The spirit can use it.

What we think is just a heavy or even doesn’t matter the spirit can use to make life-changing moments

Breath in: spirit of the living god
Out: use what I make to make a difference
Breathe in: spirit of the living God
Out: be ever on my lips

In: spirit of the living God
Out: sustain me while I wait

In: spirit of the living God
Out: all I have is yours

In: spirit of the living God
Out: wherever you lead I will go

In: spirit of the living God
Out: use me to bring healing up this divided world

[Kendra Neal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bible Studies are an important part of my Christian Growth and Faith. The God You Need to Know by Margaret Feinberg is the latest Bible Study book that I have read.

WOW, this Book and Video Sessions are absolutely one of the BEST I have ever read and Studied. The God You Need to Know is based on the Old Testament teachings. I am BLOWN away by the Format, the Layout, the Content and how interactive the book is, all intrigued me. I have never had a Study on the Holy Spirit and that also excited me about this book. The Holy Spirit really touches our lives in ways that help us listen to God and guides us to follow his ways. I can honestly say that this book and how the Author writes the book and teaches the videos, really woke me up to accept the Holy Spirit when I feel the Holy Spirit in me. I HIGHLY recommend this book, which comes with a code to watch the 6 Video Sessions also, to anyone who is interested in being touched by the Holy Spirit. GREAT BOOK!

[Heather Benson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Deepened my relationship with God

I had never read a book by Margaret before, but I felt like God led me to this study. I lead a women's group at my church and God pointed me towards this Bible study. I, and many of the women in my group, did not know we needed this as much as we did. We started out with just the study book but realized that we were missing out by not also reading the book. The content, from the personal stories and the scripture deep dive, was so enriching. It helped me deepen my relationship with the Holy Spirit at a time that I really needed His strength and guidance. I'm so grateful for this book and the study. The Holy Spirit spoke to me through it in so many profound ways! I recommend it to anyone who feels like their relationship with God could go deeper (isn't that everyone?)

[Jennifer B · Rating 3 out of 5]

The God You Need to Know
By: Margaret Feinberg
Narrated By: The Author
Review Score: Three 1/2 Stars

Boogie’s Bulletpoints
•Nonfiction
•Personal stories
•Finding connections

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🎧 Audiobook Review! 🎧

An ALC was kindly provided by Libro.FM. Thank you for allowing me to enjoy this wonderful book!

The God You Need to Know was such an interesting book! I enjoyed reading about Feinberg’s own personal experiences where she felt God touch her life.

Everyone has their own beliefs or experiences, and I enjoyed seeing what Feinberg shared about her own.

This is a quick read, but I really enjoyed it!

[Anavidreader · Rating 2 out of 5]

There is little discussion of the person or characteristics of the Holy Spirit. Attributions that are given to the Holy Spirit are not always biblically founded, such as the Holy Spirit being the godhead that “puts you at the right place at the right time.” There are more pages devoted to personal stories from the life of Feinberg and her friends than of biblical examples or discussion of theology.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great new Bible study about the Holy Spirit. It includes codes for the accompanying videos. The study is a good balance between being easy for newer believers to understand and insightful for seasoned believers. I really like the unique coloring pages at the end of each chapter. Perfect for group study, and also good for individual study.

[Debra Forbes · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not exactly my style for bible study, but I did learn alot about Holy Spirit. Feinbergs style is more story-telling to make a biblical point. I generally like more scripture and historical reference; points that send me researching! I know I will reference back to this book and the notes I've made along the way.

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Margaret Feinberg's writing. She's passionate and relatable. I particularly loved the chapter on The Holy Spirit at Night, and also the story about Jack Murphy. Getting to know the Holy Spirit through the way she organized this book was very helpful to me.

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

omg what a great book wow amazing currently reading!!!!!!!! thanks so much for my book that I won!!!!!!!!!!

[Maria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful book with great resources!

[Taylor Storey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this study. We don’t talk about the Holy Spirit enough and really getting to know Him. I highly recommend this book and study.

[Kara Mayfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to it & SO enjoyed it.

[Carole Duff · Rating 4 out of 5]

Feinberg weaves personal stories, scripture references—both Old and New Testaments—and other sources to create an effective Bible study about the Holy Spirit. Recommend.

[Susie Drew · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truths told as only Margaret can tell--such exuberance!!

[Carolyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing study of how the Holy Spirit is moving throughout all of Scripture and today. Margaret is a wonderful storyteller and thought provoker. I am glad to add this book to my bookshelf.

[Kelly Branson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book. It would make a awesome Bible Study.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

Breath Prayers. Exploring the ways the Spirit of God is active in our lives.

[Samantha Hatcher · Rating 4 out of 5]

What a great introduction to Holy Spirit and His role in our life. The stories were relatable, heartwrenching at times. The study guide was a great purchase, especially with access to the videos.

[Anna · Rating 5 out of 5]

As I am struggling to find my way back to God, this book opened my eyes to overcoming obstacles and understanding the work of the Holy Spirit in our daily lives.

[Stephanie Furr · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love her writing! 🤍

[Paula White · Rating 4 out of 5]

Audiobook
Listened sporadically so now I will read the actual book

[Dina Koble · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book on the Holy Spirit. I was taught at a young age to listen to the Holy Spirit, and this book held many good reminders and new ideas. I used this book as a journal of sorts and added extensive personal notes to my ebook. I was grateful for the opportunity, and it was a great process.

[Greta Schrock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Margaret Feinberg’s newest book the God you Need to Know is a wonderful and insightful look at the Holy Spirit. Margaret writes with honesty and clarity. I was especially liked the word picture she creates when she says the Spirit wears us like a garment, this was a comforting reminder of one of the many roles of the Spirit in our lives. My understanding of the Holy Spirit was taken to a new level with her teaching on the Spirit’s special work to reveal the character, compassion, and competence of God to us. There is much more to the Holy Spirit than is taught is many churches these days. We limited him in so many ways. Thank you, Margaret, for shining the light on the many facets of who the Spirit truly is. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to further their understanding of the Holy Spirit.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my goodness, this book was amazing. It was autobiographical with lots of biblical teaching thrown in. I listened to the audiobook but once I can get my hands on a hard copy I’m going to buy that to read again. Yes, it’s really that good!!!

[Candy Shepard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Feinberg’s quick wit, magic with language, fiesty spirit, and love for God and the Word explode onto the pages of this book to represent the untamable, unfathomable, inconclusive Love Of the Spirit. I can read this multiple times and glean wonderful truths from it.
I love how at the end of the book she explains the detailed agony of including all the best symbols for the cover. I also adore how she reveals how she labored over this book to get it just right. Well, sit back and relax, Girl, because you and the Holy Spirit Himself were successful!

[Linda Yeatts · Rating 4 out of 5]

This one was so full of unexpected adventures from the author's life along with the spiritual insights she shared, that I was enthralled enough and needing a second dose to see if I "got that right" in her stories, that I listened to the audiobook twice.