‘As the reality of the demonic realm surfaces more and more in our culture, we find ourselves more in need of mature, balanced and informed wisdom to help equip us for such confrontations. In an open and positive way, this book brings together both the author’s insights from his own practical experiences and lessons that the Church has learned over the ages. This book will be helpful for others as they explore their own understanding of how to address these questions.’ * Craig S. Keener, F. M. and Ada Thompson Professor of Biblical Studies, Asbury Theological Seminary *
‘Deliverance is a groundbreaking book in the field of spiritual warfare. I can’t think of any other book like it. Jon uniquely blends excellent biblical theology, church history, and extremely practical case studies that he’s gathered throughout his vast ministry experience. This book has been personally helpful to me as I seek to equip people in my own context to minister to those in spiritual bondage. I highly recommend it.’ * Felipe Assis, senior pastor of Crossbridge Church and co-director of City to City North American *
‘For too long, parts of the church have either ignored spiritual darkness or become fascinated by it. Jon Thompson gives us a better way–biblically rooted, pastorally wise, and forged through decades of real ministry. Deliverance has been personally helpful to me and to the church I lead. Like with us, this will help pastors and churches recover confidence in the authority of Jesus and courageously step into the freedom he still brings.’ * Matt Chandler, lead pastor of The Village Church, executive chairman of Acts 29, bestselling author *
‘In my opinion, the topics of deliverance, demons, and spiritual warfare haven’t been handled well. There are those who treat these subjects like they don’t exist. Others treat them like they’re all that exists. In both cases, the practice and theological frameworks regarding spiritual warfare are neglected–to the detriment of God’s glory, our own endurance in the faith, and the freedom of those who are bound. Jon Thompson’s book is altogether different. It has become, for me, my primary resource on the subject after Scripture. Scholarly and practical, I have yet to find a book on these subjects that I have recommended more than this one.’ * Jackie Hill Perry, author, Bible teacher, and artist *
‘Jon Thompson compiles decades of experience, study, and observation into this book, which operates as both a Bible study and a field guide. If you’re looking for a biblical approach to this all-important ministry that is explained by a practitioner with an academic mind, you will greatly benefit from this book.’ * Michael Rowntree, lead pastor of Convergence Church in Oklahoma City, cohost of The Remnant Radio podcast, author of The World Made Right *
‘Jon Thompson has given the church a thoughtful, biblical guide to one of the most misunderstood subjects in Christianity. With pastoral wisdom, theological depth, and a deep dependence on Jesus, he reminds us that our Savior is greater and that deliverance is possible. This book won’t leave you afraid of the darkness, it will help you walk confidently in the light of Christ.’ * Jonathan “JP” Pokluda, lead pastor of Harris Creek Baptist Church, bestselling author, host of the Becoming Something podcast *
‘Since the 1990’s, because of my involvement in healing prayer ministry and regularly teaching a seminary course on spiritual warfare, I have read more than twenty books on deliverance ministry. This one is the best of them all. The superb, in-depth biblical and historical discussions of deliverance provide a sure foundation for the practical approach to deliverance Jon Thompson sets forth. Emerging out of his decades of deliberate, faithful work as pastor of Sanctus Church in Toronto, he shows how deliverance ministry can and ought to happen in the context of the ministry of the local church. If you read only one book on the subject, be sure to read this one.’ * Stephen Seamands, Emeritus Professor of Christian Doctrine at Asbury Theological Seminary *
‘This book is gold. It’s a great guide for anyone on the front lines of ministry, trying to help people walk out of bondage and into freedom. I love how Jon weaves together a deep theological framework for deliverance with practical insights on how to integrate these truths into the life of the local church. This will be one of our top resources as we build out a deliverance ministry in our church. I highly recommend it.’ * Andy Wood, lead pastor at Saddleback Church *
‘This is an amazing resource around topics many would rather avoid but which is as real as anything else we face today in ministry. Jon has done a great job laying out the theological/biblical teachings on the demonic and spiritual realm and the practical/pragmatic realities from years of actual on-the-ground practical ministry. This book will serve you so well as a Christian, a leader, or just someone interested in this extremely important topic.’ * Mark Clark, senior pastor, Bayside Church, author of The Problem of God, The Problem of Jesus, and The Problem of Life *
‘We don’t talk about deliverance well. We either sensationalize it or pretend it isn’t there, and people get hurt in both directions. What I appreciate about Jon Thompson is that he won’t take the easy road either way. He holds the reality of spiritual conflict alongside real respect for medicine and mental health, and he anchors it all in Scripture rather than in someone’s experience. That combination is rare, and it’s exactly what this conversation needs. This is a thoughtful and biblical guide for anyone willing to engage the subject with both courage and humility.’ * Lisa Fields, CEO of Jude 3 Project, author of When Heroes Fall *

Jon Thompson is the senior pastor of Sanctus Church, a multi-site church in the Greater Toronto Area. He has been on staff at Sanctus Church for over twenty-eight years.

Jon holds a Master of Theological Studies from Tyndale Seminary in Toronto and a Doctorate in Missiology from Fuller Theological Seminary in California.

He is married with three children. Jon speaks and teaches globally on the convergence of spiritual gifts, spiritual practices, and spiritual experiences in the life of the believer and the local church.

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