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Points of Power: Discover a Spirit-Filled Life of Joy and Purpose

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Yolanda Adams' Points of Power is one of the best faith-based books I have ever read. Ms. Adams is known internationally for her awesome singing voice. However, it is obvious from the spirit-filled pages of Points of Power she has a wide-range spiritual calling. Points of Power is based on her radio show of the same name and covers the spiritual struggles all believers have. The book is broken into several chapters and is further divided into sub-chapters. Each is filled with easy-to-read and easy-to- understand messages of faith and joy from the author's own experiences. The chapters all end with a Point of Prayer, 10 Pensive Points and a Power Passage. The messages were very encouraging and I read through the book as though it were a novel.

I recommend Points of Power to all who are on a spiritual journey and those who are struggling with their faith. Ms. Adams will reach the reader with her words in the same way she has with her music. Points of Power is a wonderful way to kick off your spiritual New Year.

Angelia Menchan
APOOO BookClub

Radio personality Yolanda Adams did a wonderful job in her first book. Points of Power is just what it appears to be...powerful! She reaches out to the very heart and soul of women and encourages them to pursue a closer walk with God.

One of the best parts of this book are the stories of everyday people and how they learned to overcome obstacles and gain peace and joy in their lives. It was inspirational.

There are ten chapters. Each have sections in them that Yolanda calls Power Points. At the end of each one there are mini sections called Power Passage, Point of Practice, Point of Prayer, 10 Pensive Points and another Power Passage.

She takes stories from others as well as her own life, and the Bible as examples of the relationship we can have with God and each other, and I enjoyed learning more about this woman who until now I knew only as a Gospel singer with a beautiful voice. I now see her as a much more. This is a wonderful book that I would recommend to anyone who has a hurdle to overcome and/or wants a more joyful and peaceful life, and wants a closer walk with God.

Believe it or not, I have never heard of Yolanda Adams until I was recently given a chance to read Points of Power for review. I am very sorry I haven't experienced her before now. I understand her music is beautiful and her radio show is uplifting. She herself seems very uplifting in Points of Power. I have read through a lot of the sections and they read as short Bible readings/devotions for each full of her points of power about the specific topic. She gives points to think about and journal about if you desire to do that. But most of all her hope and belief in God shine through in each little lesson. I feel her positive vibe throughout this book and how she credits herself and her life to God. It is beautiful and uplifting to read. I look forward to continuing reading the sections and revisiting them later today when I need a pick-me-up.

Full of great lessons and thoughts, Points of Power is a wonderful book to read and enjoy.

Never under estimate the power of purpose and a spirit-filled life. Even though Yolanda Adams and I both grew up in Houston, the first I had ever heard of her was when she sang at the funeral of a friend and classmate of mine...The Rev. Paul Jones. From that point on I saw that this lady loved The Lord, was anointed in music ministry and that there was a purpose...a mission if you will for her life that was bigger than her. Yolanda Adams stepped away from the Teaching Profession to minister to the world. She has won Grammy Awards as a Gospel Singer and numerous other awards, she has had appearances on television and movies, she has a very inspirational syndicated radio program simple called The Yolanda Adams Morning Show on Praise 92.1 , and now this awesome book. The radio show was where the Points of Power was conceived and I am happy that Yolanda Adams took things a step further and wrote this book. I enjoy the book tremendously.

The Points of Power: Discover a Spirit-Filled Life of Joy and Purpose has substance that can take your life to the next level. It is well written, inspirational, and full of wisdom and biblical truths and also has real life stories that the reader should be able to relate to. The Points of Power Chapters are on faith, love, forgiveness, confession, praise, assurance, prayer, peace, protection, and victory. Each chapter ends with a power passage from the bible, point of practice, point of prayer, and last but not least ten pensive points. I believe her teaching skills were peaking through as she composed this book. Once you read the chapters and complete the exercise that includes the pensive points you will definitely know more about yourself than you did before you read the book. I think this book challenges the reader to go deeper than any therapist could and it is all for your best good spiritually, mentally, and physically. This book can be used as a road map to living your best life. Great job Yolanda Adams! You have made your hometown of Houston, Texas so very Godly proud. Keep on fighting the good fight of faith.

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Pamela Jarmon-Wade

I found "Points of Power" to be very uplifting and encourging. I would recommend this book to friends who are looking for ways to grow in faith and understanding.

Yolanda Adams is one of my favorite musical artist. This book is powerful and well written. You are able to relate to the material discussed. Exercises are given after each chapter and positive points. She is going into another area of ministry that is probably exciting for her and a blessing to others. A must for your library.

The Yolanda Adams Morning Show has been a mainstay of my daily commute for a very long time now. I find Ms. Adams to be very open, sincere, uplifting and encouraging on her morning show. Her energy and inspiration are infectious and addictive. She has managed to channel all of that into her book, POINTS OF POWER: Discover the Spirit-Filled Life of Joy and Purpose.

Ms. Adams along with Lavaille Lavette has taken her daily Points of Power segment and formulated it into a book, which will become complimentary addition to any bible study or devotion. The book is divided into 10 chapters, which include faith, love, forgiveness, confession, praise, confident assurance, prayer, peace, protection and victory. Each chapter has several Points of Power, which she delves into in detail to include personal testimonies, scriptures, a prayer, and exercise questions. Each Point of Power is designed to be used as an intense self-examination of the whole self. Her points dig deep, while she encourages and inspires you to feel good as you seek where the healing is needed. No stone is left unturned and yes, she asks the tough questions.

POINTS OF POWER is arguably the best inspirational book I'll probably read all year. It now resides with me in my presence daily. Just like her radio show, this book is addictive and the highlight of my morning devotional. Her applications are practical, easy to understand and I'm sure will lead you to living a spirit-filled life of joy and purpose. If you read one inspirational book this year, let POINTS OF POWER be the one.

Reviewed by Brenda Lisbon
of The RAWSISTAZ(tm) Reviewers

Yolanda Adams with Lavaille Lavette have penned a very special, encouraging, inspirational book. I loved her open and honest approach, as well as how she shared her heart and the inspirational stories. She says, "I've learned we rarely look like the destiny inside of us! God didn't see Gideon as he was, but as he could be." She talks about how God views us as opposed to how we view ourselves. Good stuff.

Some of the topics discussed in this book are the power of faith, love, forgiveness, confession, praise, prayer, peace, protection and victory, just to name a few. This book can be used in a couple of different ways:

It can be used in your devotional time to start your day with an inspirational story and how to apply the message to your life; You can just read the inspirational stories by amazing people such as Billy Graham, T.D. Jakes, Robin Roberts, Chris Gardner and many more; or You can use this book for a personal study time to help you dig deeper into the bible stories and apply God's principles to your life. Yolanda Adams provides a summary at the end of each chapter and then has questions to ask yourself and help you take a look at scripture in a new light.

I liked the fact that Yolanda had the summary, scripture passage, and the 10 Pensive Points at the end of each chapter. She really helped you to think about the story and take a closer look at the peoples lives she talked about and their situations. It was encouraging and challenging.

The personal stories and bible accounts were short, easy to understand and packed a powerful punch. She also helped you apply the passage of scripture to your life in a segment called Power Passage. These stories helped you see how God works differently in everyone's life. Yolanda also provides a prayer to give you the confidence and guidance to take the next step in your personal relationship with God.

I'm so thankful to have read and received a review copy of this book. I'll be reading this book again; there were so many gold nuggets inside these pages.

Nora St.Laurent
ACFW Book Club Coordinator

Buy for yourself and as a gift for someone else. If you enjoy the Yolanda Adams Morning Show, you will definitely enjoy this book. I plan to read again and take notes. For those who enjoy applying God's principles to their life. The book is written in a format that is easy to follow. God bless Yolanda for taking the time to create this book.