FULL ENDORSEMENTS
Review copies of the book manuscript were sent out for peer-review prior to publishing. The following, a combination of trustworthy Christian scholars and academics, pastors and teachers, have allowed their written endorsements to be used to assist in the promotion of the book to the widest possible audience allowed by God. We are so thankful that such positive feedback was given by some of the top Christian leaders in the world! We ask that in addition to reading below, that you take the time to visit the links to the ministries of these men and support them in whatever way you can.
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“Mike Sarkissian’s work in Before God: The Biblical Doctrine of Prayer shows obvious signs of study and godly devotion, and I am thankful for those things.”
Rev. Cornelius Plantinga, Jr., Ph.D.,
President and Charles W. Colson Professor of Theology
Calvin Theological Seminary
http://www.calvinseminary.edu/
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“Before God is a clear and helpful Prayer 101 manual for beginning Christians and a refresher for more advanced believers. All the basics are here–what prayer is, the Lord’s Prayer, how to pray, and why prayer is essential. The concluding chapter on Robert Murray M’Cheyne’s prayer life is alone worth the price of the book. I pray that Before God will stir you up to a fuller life of prayer and supplication.”
Dr. Joel R. Beeke
President, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary, Grand Rapids
http://www.puritanseminary.org/
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“There have been many aids to prayer, but can there be too many? Not if Christians continue to struggle in prayer. Before God is a helpful guide for beginners and old-hands alike to encourage godly, disciplined prayer. Bishop Ryle wrote, ‘the habit of prayer is one of the surest marks of a true Christian,’ and in this brief manual you will find a treasure-trove of good things to foster just such a habit.”
Dr. Derek W. H. Thomas
John E. Richards Professor of Theology
Reformed Theological Seminary (Jackson)
http://www.rts.edu/site/about/campuses/jackson/index.aspx
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“This is more than just another Christian book on prayer. It is one of the most practical books of our time. If we heed Mike’s words, we can counter the culture in which we live, work, think, and minister.”
Mark Spence
Dean of Students
Way of the Master
School of Biblical Evangelism
http://www.biblicalevangelism.com/
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“As a pastor with thirty years of experience in three different countries, it seems as if God’s people struggle to pray and then to have a consistent prayer life. Individuals, couples, and families desperately need to learn to pray. Of course, Scripture is our best source, but in his goodness our Lord provides us with books like Mike Sarkissian’s to give us new and exciting insights into this means of grace. Mike’s book will be a blessing both to the new Christian as well as for the one who has walked with his or her Lord for many years. I highly recommend Before God to all Christians.”
Dr. Ron Gleason, Ph.D.
Senior Pastor, Grace Presbyterian Church (PCA), Yorba Linda, CA.
http://www.gracepresbyterian.net/
http://www.rongleason.blogspot.com/
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“Before God is written with the intention of bringing intensely practical, seminary-depth teaching on the vital spiritual discipline of prayer to the common Christian in the pew, whose prayer life has been an on-again, off-again exercise marked at times, perhaps, by passion and effectiveness, but more commonly by uncertainty and tedium. For those who find themselves crying out with the disciples, ‘Lord, teach us to pray!’, this book will be a considerable boon. Comprehensive in scope, seasoned throughout with rich insights from the Puritans and other giants of the faith, and written in a fashion simple enough to enable easy acquisition and passionate enough to stir up a deeper love for the God to whom we pray, it will certainly find a wide and grateful audience in today’s Church.”
Nathan Pitchford
Consultant for Selection and Review
Monergism Books
http://www.monergismbooks.com/
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“In driving out the moneychangers, the Lord Jesus reminded his disciples that His Father’s house was ‘a house of prayer’ (Matt. 21:13). This book by Mike Sarkissian, will remind you that prayer is essential to the Christian life, strengthening you to overturn the ‘money changers’ in your heart and be more like our Lord – zealous for your Father’s house (John 2:17) – the Temple of God, which temple you are (1 Cor. 3:17).”
Jerry Johnson, M.Phil.
President, The Apologetics Group & NiceneCouncil.com
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“This book is both scholarly and practical, in depth and simple, thought provoking and moving, and a great read for all who desire to grow and deepen their prayer lives.”
Al Breems
Pastor, Oasis Community Church
Moreno Valley, CA
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“Mike Sarkissian does an exceptional job of presenting a biblical understanding on the topic of prayer, and demonstrating its essential role in the lives of Jesus and the apostles. His book will not only provide you with biblical guidance on how and why to pray, but it is also a great testament to the providential work of God through the prayers of His saints. Church history reminds us that the lives of great men and women of faith were characterized by persistent prayer. So too, if you want to be greatly used by God and a faithful witness for Christ, then this book is a MUST read.”
Dr. William Rudge Jr.
Executive Assistant for Bill Rudge Ministries
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“Mike Sarkissian has given the body of Christ a rare gift. Rarely do we see books that emerge on the subject of prayer that make much impact on people today. If we listen and take heed to the insights of Before God we will find a feast for the soul. The subject is thoroughly explored, offering a wide base and background on prayer, Before God takes us on a tour de force that exposes one to prayer in the best of Puritan and Reformed thought. Best of all are the exegetical insights the author leaves us with regarding the doctrine of prayer. For the believer who is serious about communion with God, this title comes highly recommended.”
Emilio Ramos
Pastor, Sovereign Joy Community Church, Keller TX.
http://www.sovereignjoycc.com/
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“Before God: The Biblical Doctrine of Prayer goes beyond the many superficial formulas for prayer we hear of today. It is a straightforward, well-rounded and biblically-based look at various aspects of one of God’s greatest gifts to believers; prayer! Pastors and teachers would do well to educate their listeners on the issues addressed in this book.”
Blessings!
Pastor Ted Slattery
Valley Christian Church of the Brethren in Christ
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