Sacred Quest: Discovering Spiritual Intimacy with God

Banister follows up his first release, The Word and Power Church, with his premise that there needs to be a convergence of Evangelicalism and Pentecostalism (Evangelicals could learn the passion and intimacy with Christ that Pentecostals embrance-- while Pentecostals could embrace also the depth of the Word that has defined Evangelicalism.This work differs from Banister's first in that he seems to take a more individualistic look as to what this new theology (which, of course, is really very old and Biblical) would look like. That is, The Word and Power Church evaluated these concepts as to how they fit in the overall context of the Body of Christ. Here, Banister writes of what that Sacred Quest might look like on a more personal level.In his usual transparent style of writing, Banister speaks of his burnout in ministry, what caused it, how the Spirit of God broke through to him in an intimate and personal way... and how his working theology continues to evolve from this relationship. You will not find quick answers in the Sacred Quest. Rather, you will find the memoirs of one who is journeying along, seeking to know and do the will of God. And, you will be challenged-- and comforted-- as you take guidance from a fellow sojourner. The book is not about imparting information-- rather, it is about life transformation... a transformation that comes, steadily, as you discover-- and rediscover-- intimacy with God.

Dr. Banister writes about his personal walk with God that includes some very painful events he has gone through. While struggling to maintain a successful ministry, he realizes that he needs to make changes to develop his personal walk with the Lord. These changes are not leaving behind what he has always believed but rather adding new perspective of how he can serve God.What makes the book enjoyable is not only that Dr. Banister is a good writer, but that while telling his story, he gives the reader different things to think about. It is not a book that preaches at people, tyring to get them to change. Sacred Quest allows others to see what God is doing in his life and gives the reader some options as to what God may have them do. In no way does he cause anyone to feel guilty about whether or not they make the same changes that he has done. It's nice to have a Christian book that makes one think without the guilt.

Once again, Doug Banister has managed to present profound truths in a personal, engaging book! This honest and vulnerable account of Dr. Banister's own quest for intimacy with God inspired and touched me in a way few books of it's kind have. For anyone desiring an intensely personal, real relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ, this is a must read!