Foreword
A number of years ago, I met Narelle and her husband David when I came to speak at a women’s conference in their church. Having just been appointed as the new pastors in a church, which had a history, especially where pastors were concerned, Narelle and David were eager—full of excitement for what their future held and filled with a love for the people that only God could put within them.
To this day, I remember receiving the phone call they made when every dream came crashing down around them; a thing called “culture” had hit them. It is totally opposite of Kingdom because culture, which we find in every tribe, nation, or people group, is man-made and always has within it aspects of man-made agendas.
I watched as this couple grieved, and I remember the Sunday I gave a prophetic word to them to “write a book!” I was shocked as Narelle sat down at her computer to write the book and downloaded revelation upon revelation of what culture is and how it affects communities and individuals in record time!
This book is a must read, not only for pastors and leaders, but for every Christian; it will give you knowledge and wisdom on why people act the way they do and the results of those actions. It is such a necessary read; I believe that every pastor before heading off to start a church, go on the mission field, or travel into another nation should take this book tucked into his or her luggage, and read it often.
This book is not written out of head knowledge, but out of heart knowledge; it is written from “lived” experience, from hurt, pain, and forgiveness.
My advice to every reader is to read this book—and then read it again and allow the Spirit of God to minister to you as He breaks the bondage of man-made culture off you, as He breaks the chains that you have felt imprisoned by and sets you free in your mind and life. Suddenly, you will have answers to long-asked questions.
May each reader be blessed, knowing this book wasn’t written in ink but in blood, sweat, tears, and much prayer!
Amanda Wells
Pastor, Author, Speaker
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