When the Enemy Strikes: The Keys to Winning Your Spiritual Battles

The clear writing style feels like you're having a conversation with a brother in Christ, not just reading a book. The stories & examples are layered between biblical truth/verses which makes it even richer.Oftentimes, I had my Bible open while I was reading. Such wisdom & encouragement in spiritual warfare! We need to know we are always in a battle - as soon as we step into agreement with Christ we become targets of the enemy.What a blessing to know that God gives us the victory as we give Him our obedience! This book needs to be in the arsenal of every believer!

Great book by Dr. Charles. Stanley, so easy to read and understand! Would recommend for anyone to read this or any of Dr. Stanley’s books.

A good book thus far, very interesting and informative.

This book changed my life dramatically, for the better. I've bought about 8 copies of this book over the last couple of years and shared them with friends who were going through difficult times, and each one later told me how thankful they were to have read it. It's a topic that makes people uncomfortable, and I was skeptical at first, but this book deals with it in a very simple, thorough and positive manner. I used to think that since I was a "good" person, Satan wasn't a problem for me. But, this book taught me that Satan will come after Christians just as strongly as he comes after anyone else. If you are feeling tormented, obsessed, depressed, or pulled towards things that you know are harmful, this book may help you find some unexpected answers. It is truly eye opening and helps you to recognize how Satan works in our lives to bring us down, often slowly and imperceptibly. Once you read this book, you will be able to recognize when he is in the picture, how is working against your long term well being, but most importantly you will learn how to overcome his bad influences in your life. It is not a hokey book; it is based on common sense and scripture. I cannot recommend this book more strongly!

What is this book about?The first part is about recognizing who is against us and our Christian walk and what methods that enemy uses to get at our hearts, minds, emotions, will, etc.Then the book covers the Armor of God, what it really is, how we use it and how it is designed to help us in the offense and defense our our spiritual lives.Lastly the book covers some other key ways to protect you and your family from the enemy that seeks to destory us. Some practical methods are provided with a focus on aspects of prayer and how to pray for you and your loved ones so we all "stand firm and resist the devil."How I rate Christian books:1) Is the majority of the book content I can use (great) or can the material be condensed down to a page or two with the rest as filler stories to support the minimalist points in the book (ack! please no!)?This book falls into the first and preferred book form that I like to read. There are some stories but they are rare, pointed and brief. Thank you Mr. Stanley for getting to the point and making it clear!2) As a Christian book does it use scripture throughout, repeatedly or are vague quotes given that sound like scripture but you aren't sure because no verse reference is given or footnote to a bibliograpy provided?Again this book hits a big win with providing Scripture to support the claims made. It provides the reference and often times the actual verse too. The last "Christian" book I read (something titled Wild at Heart) didn't have its first solid page of scripture till pg 96 out of 200. Makes you wonder. . .3) Does the author stick to one or two "literal" translations or switch to many different versions of a Scripture to prove a point when its obvious other versions don't necessarily say that exact same thing?Again this book sticks with one or two mainstream versions and doesn't find obscure versions so the author can just make a point that doesn't exist in Scripture or can easily be taken out of context based on the obscure version used.4) Was I left with practical and theologically sound information or theoretical, pep-talk propaganda that makes me feel good but I'm still vague on what I should do next in my life?Again the theology seemed balance and well presented, especially with such a sensitive topic that is often taken to one extreme or the other. The advice given can be followed by anyone and are Scripturally based. I now have some direction on how to better prepare myself to win the spiritual battles ahead and bring my family along for the victory in Christ Jesus.Overall, this is one of the best Christian topic books I've ever read.

Excellent book! Practical insight for the Christian life and how to navigate the battlefield that is the mind. Are you plagued with anxiety? Worry? Fear? Or just have the feeling somethings always wrong but you dont know why? Do you struggle to break the chains and strongholds the enemy has on your life and family? The Bible is the best place to turn, but Dr Stanley’s books can offer alot of insight as a side by side study guide. You’ll be glad you read it.

Whether you are a God lifer or new to faith this book helps people understand the evil in the world and strategies to go against it. Strongly suggested.

His books are all very easy reading and will make you think about yourself and where you are heading in life.This book is best if you read the last two chapters first. The chapters on 'Family' and the 'Conclusion'. Then read the rest of the book, the read will be much easier and you will more easily understand what Pastor Stanley is shooting for.I now have over 10 of his books in my library. All of them i have kept, marked the pages, highlighted thetext and have re-read several times. Thank you, my brother, you have helped me keep the faith and havemade the journey 'HOME' much easier. You have helped me to stay on the 'path'.

My husband and I both love this book. It has helped us through many trials. The way Charles Stanley explains things is very understandable and makes perfect sense. The suggestions he gives, also very helpful. We have both bought this book for ourselves, and for others in the pass. It's one we often recommend to family and friends, and it's one we may end up buying again in the future.

Amazing book, I even ordered more copies to give my friend

Charles Stanley writes in a very thought provoking but not 'heavy' style to bring home Spiritual truths.I have gained so much wisdom reading this, at a difficult time in my life. Highly recommended.

Great book and practical

Truly life changing is all I can say if you really believe what's in this book!If this book did not come my way when it did, my life would be a big mess today!