Welcome to another Thursday UNFILTERED blog post, the only blog that warns that a duck’s opinion of you is heavily influenced by whether or not you have bread.
If you were having withdrawals because you didn’t see an email from me last Thursday, nothing to worry about. We skipped it due to the news I’m about to share.
I’m happy to announce that my new book just dropped.
It’s called 48 Laws of Spiritual Power: Uncommon Wisdom for Greater Ministry Impact.
The cover is exquisite (thank you, Tyndale).
The Taste Test Sampler, which you can download, will tell you what the book is and isn’t about.
For instance, it doesn’t teach you how to zap demons and do great wonders and eat cucumbers (as my old friend’s mother used to put it).
There are hundreds of books on that subject.
48 Laws of Spiritual Power is quite different.
It covers the waterfront on the “laws” (principles) that govern God’s power in all aspects of ministry and service.
The book contains 40 years of lessons I’ve unearthed in serving the Lord in many different contexts – lessons born out of failure, success, highs, lows, blood, sweat, tears, and even laughs (mostly at myself).
In addition, anyone who has read my work knows that I’m highly allergic to legalism.
So when I refer to the “laws” of God’s power, I’m not using the term “laws” to mean “rules.” Instead, I’m using it to refer to unchanging principles, as in the “law” of gravity.
Here is an early review:
“With 48 Laws of Spiritual Power, Viola has released another amazing book. The advice it contains is clear and full of practical insights. An absolutely essential read for anyone who is in ministry, either full-time, part-time, or spare-time. As the author says in the opening, “If you are in Christ, your entire life is a mission trip.” Organized in short digestible chapters and intriguing illustrations, Viola’s arresting conversational style is sure to keep you glued to the end. This is an important book that will navigate all Christians – especially leaders – on how to access God’s power in every aspect of their mission.” – Christian Book Reviews
GO HERE TO GET THE BOOK. It’s available in print, digital, and audio.
When you get to the end, you will see where to read extra chapters (that didn’t fit into the book) and a list of exclusive audios I delivered in leadership conferences.
I’d love to hear your impressions and reactions after reading the book.
Ever grateful,
fv
Sharpening the Axe
Superb content, very well written.
I highly recommend that you get a copy of this book if you have not already done so.
-David Burnet
Frank, really there are four reasons to get the book…you forgot the most important. The content of 48 Laws of Spiritual Power is unparalleled. The readers will find nothing like it in any bookstore! As a pastor, this book will become my go to text, second only to God’s Word, on effective ministry. Keep up the good work of the Lord. I believe you are making a difference. — Your friend Keith