Being a fan of Joel Olsteen and his television ministries, I had to pick this book up. My mom is the one who actually reads a lot of scripture about demonic and other harmful influences in our lives as Christians. I personally have struggled with my own personal demons, and although this book is not a quick fix for aleviating those demons, it helps a great deal to put things into perspective. For example, Joel teaches us that accepting the fact that demons are going to do their best to control us is all part of their "job." Our job is to be stronger and rise above them, because if we don't it's hard to move on spiritually, and maybe even physically and emotionally. More or less Joel taught me that rising above unlocks a potential in your spirituality that you never knew was possible. In turn, my self-esteem has risen as well. While reading this book, I hear his encouraging voice which is a real motivator.