Defeating Dark Angels: Breaking Demonic Oppression in the Believer's Life

This book focuses on demon oppression and spiritual warfare in the believer's life (as opposed to demonic influences in the lives of unblievers), making it a unique manual. It is written by a formerly Baptist minister, now with Fuller Theological Seminary, so it is ideal reading for those Christians who come from a non-charismatic background who believe that Christians cannot be bothered by demons. It is well-grounded in Scripture, and calmly written, making it markedly different than some sensationalistic books that hype up this area and focus on excessive emotionalism. If you do not believe that demons can affect Christians, or if you suspect they can, but don't know how, this is the book for you. It is meaty, and in-depth, repeating common themes so that they can be absorbed, not just read about. If you are a Christian and have been bothered by recurring or troublesome problems in your life and/or those of believers around you, and can't figure out why, this book will have many answers for you. I think it should be required reading for every committed believer, or every believer who wants to be an overcomer, truly free in every area of his/her life.The main purpose of the book, aside from information and understanding about this area, is to motivate believers to have the courage to step out in ministry in this important area. It establishes a Scriptural basis for this, and walks you through beginning in basic, everyday ministry. I learned so much, because I knew little about demons, but was very afraid to find out. This book allays your fears, and teaches you the truth from the Word of God so that you will not be afraid. It gave me the courage to step out; in fact, today my husband and I prayed about some issues and it worked! Of course, God always comes through, but it was exciting to have the encouragement and training so that I could have the confidence to take this important first step---trying for the first time. If you are in any type of ministry, even "just" in your home to your family, and are afraid to begin or don't know where to start, this is the book for you.

Charles Kraft does not give in to usual sensationalism found in other books on this controversial topic. He refreshingly speaks to the need for healing in one's life to end unwanted entrenchment by demonic oppression. Akin to the old adage regarding burning the down the barn to get rid of the mice, he asks the question: Why not clean out the trash so that the hungry rats go elsewhere? By analogy Kraft effectively argues that the trash in our lives-whether apparent or not-encourages demonic encroachment in the first place. If not dealt with, the "trashy" condition often results in loss of deliverance.A powerful book to aid in the ministry of deliverance or just understanding what you might be stepping in, get it.

This was the first book I ever read on the topic of deliverance. I credit it for being the influence that got me involved in my current ministry of deliverance in inner healing teams. Charles has a truly unique way of putting some things, for example: "Deliverance can be fun". Aside from that, and his preoccupation with having conversations with demons through their "hosts", this is a must read for anyone who wants to know anything about deliverance. The examples are riveting and ring true. His writing style is good enough to keep you interested through some slow sections of the book. This is a very controversial topic in the body of Christ today, but it won't be for too much longer, as time draws to an end. The great harvest to come will bring many hurting, wounded and, to put it bluntly, deeply sinful people into a knowledge of Jesus. They will need all of the help we can give them. Of course, God is still sovereign. If you want to learn about deliverance, read this book. If you are an opponent of deliverance, don't waste your time with this one. It is not so much an apologetics of deliverance, as a how-to book, and it is a good one at that.

For those of you delving into the area of deliverance ministry, this book is a must-read. Charles Kraft is an expert in his field. This book is well-written, thought-provoking, and concise, as well as factual. Much of his theory is based on actual case studies, which give it life. He teaches us how to 'deliver the captives' from bondage thru the redeeming power and love of Jesus Christ.After reading this book, the movie, "The Exorcist" appears fraudulent. Who says deliverance ministry has to be so sensational and violent? Kraft believes that because Jesus Christ is Lord and because satan and his kingdom submit to His Lordship, all that sensationalism in exorcisms is unnecessary. This book not only serves as an excellent reference guide for my ministry, but has enabled me to understand the love, power, and compassion that the Trinity God feels for those who are demonically oppressed. I highly recommend this book to Christians and Non-Christians alike. It is a well-spring of spiritual truth, hope, and knowledge. I especially recommend it to those who are demonized. Perhaps the message in this book will give you the courage to seek spiritual freedom and the desire to establish a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Keep up the good work Mr. Kraft. May God bless you in your ministry.

This book is an excellent source of information for delivering people from demons. Using the analogy of rats being attracted to garbage, so are demons attracted and attached to emotional garbage. Deliverance involves "inner healing" (getting rid of the emotional garbage that demons attach themselves to) and then getting rid of the demons. After inner healing, expelling demons is then much easier because they no longer have a "legal" right to remain in the person. Emotional garbage may include unforgiveness, abuse, previous occult involvement, inherited curses, etc. Author also illustrates how demons can be cast out as a group, can be weakened, and can be used as sources of information during the emotional healings. Finally, the author gives unusual events that can happen in a deliverance session and how to handle them.