When you are going through a difficult time you want to gain encouragement from a person who knows what you are going through. John (the father of world famous minister Joel) Osteen was that type of man and it is clear in this book. I had struggled for a period of time with a "stronghold" in my own life. By reading this book I realized I need to get on the battlefield --the battlefield of the mind. Giving in to negative thoughts, beliefs, feeling and circumstances can cause walls to be constructed in your life. Through God (and the help of Mr. Osteen) these strongholds can be conquered. Fighting the necessary battles was the only way I would be able to overcome in my life. I was very encouraged. I certainly highly recommend this book to EVERYONE!