In This Supercharged Atmosphere… Do you struggle to love those whose opinions differ from yours? Whether it’s the coworker talking politics, the opinionated uncle at the other end of the holiday table, or the fellow believer sitting in your pew, it can be hard to grit your teeth and get along—much less show love! And you’re not the only one struggling. Our nation, our churches, and even our families are all experiencing disastrous separation and discord. But here’s the good Division is never the last word for those who are in Christ Jesus. In this collection of soul-searching prayers and devotions, you’ll be empowered to take up the armor of God, ground your words in Scripture, and pray for the unity that comes through a shared kingdom vision. Nothing gets better until we come together. Join bestselling author and teacher Dr.Tony Evans and discover how the Spirit moves when God’s people pray.
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Anthony Tyrone "Tony" Evans Sr. is an American evangelical pastor, speaker, author, and widely syndicated radio and television broadcaster in the United States. Between 1976 and 2024, Evans served as senior pastor at the over-9,500-member Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship in Dallas, Texas.
Dr. Evans focus on unity is settled firmly in our need for the whole armor of God so the prayers in each section revolve around the armor. Our disunity in home & church must be healed so God will work in & through us. How? Check out the armor God provides for us -- when I'm armored up, God can heal the divides in my life.
When I enter God's family, I receive the Helmet of Salvation (Acts 4:12) the Breastplate of God's Righteousness (II Corinthians 5:21) the Shield of Faith (Hebrews 11:1) the Girdle of Truth (Proverbs 23:23) the Sword of the Spirit (Hebrews 4:12) the Shoes of the Preparation of the Gospel of Peace (Romans 10:15)
Ephesians 6: It is through Salvation, God's Righteousness, Faith, Truth, the Spirit, and Peace that the disunity in our lives can heal, making us stronger in the Lord together!
This is a convicting read and while some sections could be a quick read, letting it sink in is highly recommended.
A book for the current times. Dr. Evans, using The Armor of God as a model, gives us prayers to help us deal with the current climate. It was a Great read and I will always read anything he puts out. This book, like all the others, Gives excellent Godly advice that is also practical. Great job as always
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