Endorsements
Access and Release Gods Peace couldnt have come at a better time. Chaos and division are grappling for air space. Yet the Prince of Peace has already triumphed over every enemy we have. His peace dismantles the power and authority behind chaos. In doing so, it releases the Kingdom of God, enabling us to walk in the victory of Christ. This really is Paul Martinis life message. I highly recommend both the man and his message.
Bill Johnson, senior leader, Bethel Church, Redding, California; author, The Way of Life and Raising Giant- Killers
Access and Release God s Peace by Paul Martini is a must read. Gods Kingdom is commonly referred to as upside down. If that is true, then this peace that Jesus gives is a weapon of mass destruction against Satan and all his intentions. Paul perfectly communicates this and the power of ministering that peace of Christ and the impact it releases. Its an anointed book from an anointed man of God.
Robby Dawkins, film documentary subject, bestselling author and international conference speaker
This book is a solid journey into brilliant facets of peace. It is carrying an impartation to experience the God of Peace, through courageous personal narrative, biblical truths and inspiring stories. I believe this book will be a catalyst for many people in pursuit of wholeness! I highly recommend it!
Katie Luse, director, ConnectUp
Paul has found unique grace keys to transforming futility and sorrow into peace and hope! It has been my delight to know him both as his pastor and as a receiver of the light he transmits. Gods powerful peace is the antidote for offense, depression and despair. Read this book with expectation!
Charles Stock, senior leader, Life Center Ministries International
Jesus tells us that if we truly love Him, then well obey Him. The Great Commission is not the Great Suggestion. Its my belief that without the peace of God, its impossible to fulfill the Great Commission. Paul Martini is Gods man to write this book. Im excited for you to receive an impartation of peace as you read, and I know you will be strengthened to exercise that which crushes Satan under our feet. Paul will teach you not only how to possess peace, but how to weaponize peace and take back what the thief stole in the Garden.
Richie Seltzer, evangelist, Revivalist Culture
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2019 by Paul Martini
Published by Chosen Books
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Contents
Cover
Endorsements
Half Title Page
Title Page
Copyright Page
Foreword by Randy Clark
Introduction
1. Getting Personal
2. Peace Is Powerful
3. Peace Is Central to the Gospel
4. Growing in Peace
5. Living as Peacemakers
6. Advancing in Peace
7. Missional Peace
8. The Spirit of Peace
9. Pitfalls to Peace
10. The Wisdom of Peace
11. The Prince of Peace
Prayer for Peace
Notes
About the Author
Back Cover
Foreword
In my years of ministry, from pastoring a small Baptist church to leading healing crusades all over the world, I have met countless pastors and leaders. Most leaders have a sense of calling and a desire to please God. Some of them have been through great hardship, some pastors walk in the miraculous, while others release great revelation from the Word of God. My friend Paul Martini is all these things and more. I have had the honor of watching him grow in life and ministry during his time with me at Global Awakening, where he now leads conferences around the globe. One of Pauls hallmark messages is the power of peace. And a powerful message it is. I have personally watched thousands touched by the revelation you will find in Access and Release God s Peace: From Chaos and Confusion to Freedom and Power .
For centuries, the Body of Christ has had a limited view of peace. Peace is more than the absence of conflict or a sweet, calm feeling on a stressful day. In the book of Romans, the apostle Paul defines the Kingdom of God as righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit (Romans 14:17), and our own Savior has chosen for Himself the title Prince of Peace (see Isaiah 9:6). Verses like these point toward a greater depth and mystery in the power of peace that our God offers to each one of us. In this book, Paul begins to unlock those hidden treasures that have been so long lost by the Church.
More than ever before, todays society is marked by constant distraction and frenetic busyness, even as reported cases of anxiety and other mental-health issues continue to rise. It seems few things are as revolutionary as a life lived in true peace. But Paul has done just that. He is a man who demonstrates the power of peace in both his ministry and his personal life. I have witnessed him in action on the mission field, from bringing emotional healing to hurting hearts to pulling people out of wheelchairs in South America. He also carries within him a deep peace that has endured some of the harshest trials a person can face.
Access and Release Gods Peace explores many key aspects of Gods peace, laying a solid foundation for how to walk in peace in your personal life and ministry. Pauls unique journey into peace gives him a one-of-a-kind perspective that he relates with engaging storytelling wrapped in powerful revelation. Paul explores how Gods peace can be adapted to fit every situation in life, from the dramatic to the mundane. Peace can be found in the quiet confidence that puts a mothers heart at ease when she is tempted to fret over her backslidden son. Peace can comfort the father who is drowning in debt, unsure of how he can provide for his family. Peace can heal entrenched conflict between family members who have not spoken in decades.