The United Kingdom has the greatest Christian heritage of any nation. The foundation of our legal system was based on these Christian beliefs, including the Ten Commandments. Our history is full of men and women of God pursuing the call of the Lord on their lives to change and shape this amazing nation, often opposing tyranny and threats to freedom. In this book, Michael Marcel records much of this story and describes new threats to our freedom brought about through the recent changes to our laws. He shows that when the nation has been in trouble in the past, God’s Heart has been poured out on this land. The Lord has saved us before, and with our help and prayers He will do so again. This book is a strong call to believers across the land to celebrate the past and to once again stand up and call the United Kingdom back into the godly position it once held.
Endorsements
These are most challenging times for our nation. The pillars on which this nation was founded are crumbling, none more so than our Judeo-Christian foundation and the values that spring from it presently face an unprecedented attack. The result of this erosion is the sad state of the nation today. God’s solution to this problem is the Church – a praying, vibrant, relevant Church. This book, ’God’s Heart for a Dying Land’, is a passionate cry from the heart of one who yearns to see the Church take its rightful position in today’s society. It is rich in history without being marked by tedium and would be an invaluable resource for anyone who has a burden for the nation and who wants to translate that burden into prayer that brings about lasting change. Whilst all might not agree with all of Michael’s assertions, not many can disagree with his heart, his passion and his burden for the nation. I pray those three attributes will touch you as you read this book.
Agu Irukwu
Senior Pastor, Jesus House for all Nations (RCCG)
I recommend you read Michael’s book which gives an excellent historical overview of the nation. Intercessors will fi nd the information helpful and timely. Chapter 7 will encourage those who pray for this nation to persevere and not give up. If… we pray… God CAN do it here. Our confi dence is in Him who answers prayer. Matthew 21:22
Molly Osborne
European Co-ordinator
Lydia Fellowship International
We live in times of great change, challenge and uncertainty. This book is a personal, passionate and provocative sketch of where our society fi nds itself and the journey that has led us here. It also offers suggestions as to how we can arrive at a better place. Understanding our forgotten heritage is vital in diagnosing society’s present ills and charting a path for the future. In an age where the Church often seems confused as to what her role and message should be, this book is a valuable contribution to the debate. Michael Marcel writes with a searing honesty and conviction that should make every one of us sit up and critically examine what he is saying. Some may agree whole-heartedly, others vehemently disagree, but this is the kind of book that ought not to be ignored.
Andrea Minichiello Williams
Director of Christian Concern for our Nation and the Christian Legal Centre
It is not everyday you come across a book which peels away the veneer of history to give you a spiritual and social context within which the church can act appropriately. Michael Marcel’s God’s Heart for a Dying Land is a fascinating fact-fi nder and spiritual resource for every Intercessor, Christian and Church leader. This book will help Christians use the rear mirrors of the past in the drive towards future Transformation. I recommend it for every thinking and prayerful believer.
Jonathan Oloyede
Pastor of City Chapel
Convener of Global Day of Prayer London
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Have you ever wondered why society has not been transformed by the Body of Christ? Have you ever been frustrated at not being released into your calling? In this book Michael Marcel traces the history of the Church from New Testament times up until today, showing how the Church of today has become an institution that has difficulty fulfilling its commission to prepare God’s people for works of service. He then shows how the Church might change in order to become the new wineskin that God is looking for at this time and he shows how we can all, whatever our circumstances, step into the commission God has given us.
If you are not being equipped and envisioned by your church, you need to read this book to understand why.
Endorsements
“For the past 10 years prophets have been prophesying that the 21st century Church will look entirely different from what we have seen up to now. We have yet to experience this. In this book Michael raises questions and offers some solutions for the future reformation of the church; including the need for people to turn their faces and gifts towards our society so that it can be changed. You will find this book a worthwhile challenge.”
Dr Sharon Stone
Founder and Apostle of Christian International Europe.
“Michael Marcel presents in his new book various viewpoints from history, theology and other references that express the burning passion of his heart to see the real Church (the People) and not the building become the Church in the workplace, marketplace, home etc. He wishes to see the desires of God’s heart come to pass, to have the word become flesh and move into the neighbourhood. I believe it will make very educating and enlightening reading for those who are desperate to do more for God.”
Dr Sola Fola-Alade
Senior Pastor Trinity Chapel, London,
Author of "Discover Your Hidden Treasures" and "So Who Do You really think You Are?"
“Michael’s book makes a great read. It is informative as it casts a new light on aspects of church history. It is also a challenge to the status quo of church life as we so often experience it in Western Christianity. The reader will hear a call throughout the book for the reshaping of church, but, I anticipate the most powerful element in the book is vision of the release of the gifts that are within the body of Christ. To the reader I say: The pages you will read will invite you to enter a journey of both discovering the call of God and the release of that call. If the body of Christ is released the church will be reformed. This book will make a significant contribution toward that process.”
Martin Scott
Author of “Embracing Tomorrow”, “Gaining Ground” and “Impacting the City”.
“Michael has written with conviction, touching on poignant issues that call for the attention of a progressive Body of Christ. His in-depth analysis of the historical journey of the Church particularly in Britain makes “It Is Time… to step out in your calling” a must read; so also are his well argued reasons for some faulty foundations in the Church today. This is one book that has to be read with an open mind and with due consideration of the word of scripture that cautions on knowing in part and prophesying in part (1 Cor 13:9). I highly recommend his book.”
Obii Pax-Harry, Pastor
Author of “Prophetic Engagement-The Issachar Mandate” and “Breaking Bonds of Wickedness in The Last Days”.
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