Endorsements for The Power of Crying Out

“During the Vietnam War, I was a prisoner of war for seven years; nearly half of that in solitary confinement. Captive in leg irons for eighteen months, all I could do was cry out to the Lord. I would not have survived were it not for God’s grace, peace, and goodness. Bill Gothard has since helped me grow even closer to God. His excellent teaching has significantly impacted my faith. I know that The Power of Crying Out will do the same for those who are blessed to read it.”

—Sam Johnson, U.S. Congressman (Texas) and retired U.S. Air Force Colonel

“Bill Gothard, whom I have loved, admired, and respected for many years, has been crying out to God for my physical healing, for which I am deeply grateful. In The Power of Crying Out, he describes the scriptural principle of fervent, audible prayer to God—and how many times this is what He is waiting for to bless us mightily and deepen our faith.”

—Dr. Bill Bright, founder, Campus Crusade for Christ

“Bill Gothard is synonymous with a rapier-like penetration of every aspect of the dedicated Christian life. In The Power of Crying Out, he provides a refreshing new discernment of the power of effectual praying. Gothard’s anecdotal approach to the kind of prayer that gets real answers from God makes for lively and rewarding reading.”

—D. James Kennedy, senior minister, Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church

“Bill Gothard’s teaching has been transformational in my life, giving me a foundational understanding of biblical truths, especially on authority. The Power of Crying Out explains how God uses crises to bring or keep all of us under the protective authority of God.”

—Adrian Rogers, senior pastor, Bellevue Baptist Church, Memphis, Tennessee

“The principles found in The Power of Crying Out have made an indelible impact on my life. I have seen them work in the lives of others and would encourage everyone to learn these principles and practice them.”

—Dr. Charles Stanley, pastor, First Baptist Church of Atlanta

“How easy it is to mistake our reluctance to be humble before God for His reluctance to answer our prayers! In The Power of Crying Out, Bill Gothard will show you how much God wants to hear from you, and how powerfully He will act when you call to Him with all your heart. This book can change your life.”

—Bruce Wilkinson, author of the New York Times #1 best-seller, The Prayer of Jabez

“The Power of Crying Out is a prescription for explosive and effective prayer. James tells us that the ’effectual, fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much,’ and as Bill has explained to me, you can’t shout complacently! I’m convinced the Lord is pleased with our loud, fervent, and consistent prayer. My deep thanks to Bill Gothard.”

—Pat Boone, entertainer and author

“The Power of Crying Out will bless and inspire you with a deeper understanding of God’s grace and power. Bill Gothard’s book has reawakened in me a strong desire to cry out to my Lord with passion and expectancy.”

—Dr. Gary Smalley, counselor and best-selling author

“I can’t believe I’ve overlooked this mighty prayer weapon. The Power of Crying Out has convinced me to change and to expect revolutionary results.”

—John D. Beckett, chairman and CEO, R. W. Beckett Corp.

“Until God’s people cry out in desperation, there will be little hope for revival. The truth recaptured in this book could be used of God to recapture our nation.”

—Byron Paulus, president, Life Action Ministries

“Bill Gothard’s The Power of Crying Out will touch the lives of those who read it. The message reminds us that our true source of strength and wisdom lies in humbling ourselves as we cry out to the Lord.”

—Jim Ryun, U.S. Congressman (Kansas)