YPSILANTI, Mich., Nov. 18, 2004 (PRIMEZONE) -- In his new book, Prayer: It's Bigger Than You Are (now available through AuthorHouse), Eddie Watson delves into the purpose and practice of the most effective way for Christians to communicate with Jesus.
The power of prayer has been witnessed by thousands, and Watson's commentary on this crucial part of Christian spiritual life is all-encompassing. He begins with an overview of prayer, its benefits and its enemies. According to Watson, people experience revival through conversing with God, obstacles are shattered and faith is reborn. Satan and his evil devices try and stop prayer at every turn, says Watson. He feels that the faithful must be warriors in their pursuit of this influential practice and not be swayed by the devil, the deceptions of the world and the desire of the flesh.
"It is the most effective tool that we have in this war against principalities, powers, rulers of darkness and spiritual wickedness," Watson says. "Without prayer we are no match for Satan and his wiles, but with prayer we are more than conquerors."
By using an abundance of Scripture passages to teach readers about the Bible's formulas for prayer, Watson addresses every facet of one's communication with Jesus. He uses Bible verses to illustrate the guidelines for prayer, which include praying in the name of Jesus, praying often and with fervor and submission. Watson also details the meaning of "intensified prayer" and the rewards one reaps from being persistent and pure in their rituals.
His message is that praying unites one with God and creates an unbreakable bond between individuals and Jesus. It is the most powerful tool against evil in the world, he writes, and Prayer: It's Bigger Than You Are helps Christians attain new heights in their relationship with God.
Watson is the pastor and founder of Cathedral of Deliverance of the Apostolic Faith, Inc. in Ypsilanti, Mich. An anointed preacher, teacher and evangelist, he earned his Doctorate of Divinity from Apostolic University of Grace and Truth. He serves as the Diocesan Bishop of Michigan for the World Assembles of Restoration, Inc. and is a member of God's Anointed Pastors Fellowship.