This is not just another book on prayer, although obviously from the title, this is a book on prayer.  It’s also a book about worship, and a book about wisdom, and a book about prophecy. The word prophecy is even in red letters on the cover.

I must confess that when I first picked up this book, I was prepared to be disappointed; that is, when reading books on prayer, prophecy, and topics like that, I have learned not to expect too much. However, I was pleasantly surprised. Jim Goll’s book is just about everything a book on prophetic intercession should be.

One of the problems with the prophetic movement is that often the point is often lost; that is, no one ever seems to talk about what you do with a prophetic word once you have one. At times I envision God saying to Himself, “why do I even bother?” This book solves that problem, and should be required reading for everyone who hears from God, even if it’s just to read all of the various prophetic words that float around the internet.

Jim Goll could have been titled “Practical Prophecy.” He effectively lays a Scriptural foundation for the marriage of prophecy and intercession that is, once again, surprisingly practical.  He even ends each chapter with a “Practical Applications” section, so we can begin to put these truths to work.

Again, if you have an interest in the prophetic gifts, or a heart for prayer, and especially if you don’t have either, this book is a must.