Book Review: Til Heaven Invades Earth by Cindy Trimm

Prayer Principles for Intercessory Prayer— taken from the subtitle, it aptly describes this book’s contents.

Part of this book is loosely patterned after the story of Esther…you know, the way Esther had to come before a king with a petition.

The author includes excellent clarifications on the different parts of prayer, information on the different names of God (you can’t pray rightly without knowing who God is, after all), ideas on what to pray for (social issues, government, persecuted church, Israel etc.), and an appendix with a sample prayer outline.

Also included are snippets of stories to illustrate points and lots of quotes by other famous Christians on prayer. Nothing personal from the author herself, but that’s o.k., it’s not a memoir, but a teaching book.

She has the gift of teaching for sure. One thing shone through to me and it was this: clarity. There was no muddying of any waters here, only clarity and clearness. Beautiful. Much needed.

I also noticed that the author asks pointed questions. They were challenging but not condemning. She makes you feel like it is possible (the “it” being whatever she is discussing at that point in the book). Along with the pointed questions there is a bit of forcefulness, her actually using the words “should” and “must” a few times. But still she gives grace and allowance for individual differences and circumstances and encourages the reader to give grace to themselves.

This book seemed comprehensive but not overwhelming. But I would also say that if you are an absolute beginner at prayer this book is probably going to be too much for you. If you want to learn more about prayer or love to read about prayer like I do, then you are going to love this book.

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Charisma House Publishers as part of their blogging for books program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

To purchase your own copy of this book go here:‘Til Heaven Invades Earth: Power Principles About Praying for Others

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Book Review: Til Heaven Invades Earth by Cindy Trimm — 4 Comments

Kathy Bornarth on February 12, 2014 at 8:16 am said:

Sounds like you’re right about the book being better suited for someone who is a seasoned Christian as opposed to those new to the faith. Thanks Cheryl!

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- Cheryl Cope on February 12, 2014 at 10:02 am said:
  
  Yes, I think a new Christian would be overwhelmed.
  
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Amy Hagerup on February 17, 2014 at 12:10 pm said:

I would love to know more as to how the author patterned this loosely after the story of Esther. I’ll try to pick up the book sometime and take a look at it. Blessings, Amy

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- Cheryl Cope on February 17, 2014 at 1:14 pm said:
  
  She really goes into it in the prologue and continues that theme with the first chapter being titled, Advocacy Before The Throne, then mentions it again briefly a couple more times later on. That’s why I said “loosely”. It isn’t strongly connected throughout the entire book.
  
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