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Aug 24, 2009 Karen Wong rated it it was amazing
Are you struggling to submit to leaders at home, work, church or government?
This book will help you understand through scriptures why and how we should submit to authority as God commands. When reading or listening to John Bevere one cannot go away unchallenged. It is not because he himself challenges us but it is because he presents God's word as the pure and irrefutable truth.
As Bevere describes in the first section of his book, the purpose of the message conveyed in it is "to reveal to us the
Are you struggling to submit to leaders at home, work, church or government?
This book will help you understand through scriptures why and how we should submit to authority as God commands. When reading or listening to John Bevere one cannot go away unchallenged. It is not because he himself challenges us but it is because he presents God's word as the pure and irrefutable truth.
As Bevere describes in the first section of his book, the purpose of the message conveyed in it is "to reveal to us the importance of submission to God's authority…and to create a love and passion for obedience to it".
The central theme of this book revolves around the truth that God is our only authority and as such He has placed authority on earth which we are commanded to submit to if we are to be under His covering of protection and provision.
This book has challenged me in many ways. First it has opened up my eyes to see that even a hint of insubordination and disobedience is still regarded as sin. 99.9 % willingness and obedience will not do it. We need to continue to seek God and have first hand revelation from the Holy Spirit about His word so that we can obey Him with our heart and not out of prescribed truth.
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Jul 20, 2009 Deborah rated it did not like it
Dangerous and down right injurious teaching based more on Old Testament hierarchy then the New Testament church structure of Christ as head. Such flawed logic/doctrine, at one point equates the authority of the minister in a church to that of a king. Other equally disturbing stretches and uses of scripture taken out of context.
Under Cover is a regurgitation of toxic "Shepherding Movement" doctrines and misapplications of scriptures about authority and submission. Scriptures that are about submitting to abusive governments are wrongly applied to teach people to submit to abusive church leaders. Other scriptures are misused in order to lead to some disturbing conclusions. This is the stuff that cults are made of. We must learn from history! The book is well-written. However, the implications are scary. My biggest concer
Under Cover is a regurgitation of toxic "Shepherding Movement" doctrines and misapplications of scriptures about authority and submission. Scriptures that are about submitting to abusive governments are wrongly applied to teach people to submit to abusive church leaders. Other scriptures are misused in order to lead to some disturbing conclusions. This is the stuff that cults are made of. We must learn from history! The book is well-written. However, the implications are scary. My biggest concern is that undermines the headship of Jesus Christ over the church.
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I'm kind of shocked by all the five star ratings. John should leave the writing to Lisa. The book contained some amazing points, but the bulk of what I took away came from the Biblical research I did on my own. After reading the Biblical references in the book I kept going to my Bible and finding that scriptures were used to back up his opinions as opposed to his writing backing up scripture. I'm kind of shocked by all the five star ratings. John should leave the writing to Lisa. The book contained some amazing points, but the bulk of what I took away came from the Biblical research I did on my own. After reading the Biblical references in the book I kept going to my Bible and finding that scriptures were used to back up his opinions as opposed to his writing backing up scripture. ...more
Jan 09, 2021 Kara Cole rated it did not like it
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it, click here. I am writing this review as a warning to all Christians (new in the faith and experienced) to beware of this book. John Bevere is well-known as a heretic who calls himself a Christian, yet he promotes heresy himself and continues to promote other false teachers. My true disdain is for the unbiblical teaching found in this book and what it has done to my family. My husband, Jeremy, and I were rescued from the false Christian movement known as the Word of Faith/ New Apostolic Reformation, where th I am writing this review as a warning to all Christians (new in the faith and experienced) to beware of this book. John Bevere is well-known as a heretic who calls himself a Christian, yet he promotes heresy himself and continues to promote other false teachers. My true disdain is for the unbiblical teaching found in this book and what it has done to my family. My husband, Jeremy, and I were rescued from the false Christian movement known as the Word of Faith/ New Apostolic Reformation, where the biblical concept of authority and honor are severely twisted and will hurt those who follow the guidelines in this book.Please do not be afraid by what Bevere says--God is NOT commanding you to obey false teachers. My in laws have taught from this book and it heavily damaged their children (my husband included) to believe the lie that obedience always equals honor. This has "held true" for our family even into married adulthood, and with grave consequences in the form of loss of oneness with my spouse and loss of relationship with my in laws in order to keep strong boundaries against their false beliefs. If we disagree and do not obey my mother in law, for instance, they believe that we are disobeying God himself. This is completely abusive. Please do not read this book for anything other than a primer on what not to do in the church regarding authority. Read your Bible. It is all you need. Believer, your authority is Christ and the Scriptures, not listening to the words of John Bevere.
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Jun 01, 2019 Marion Wiley rated it did not like it
This is just another book used by abusive churches to brainwash people into believing the spiritual covering doctrine. So sad to find out that this author has been duped by this doctrine. We are to submit one to another, not the very one-sided submission that is promoted in these books and thus in these churches. Jesus is the Head, not your pastor. "Submission to authority" creates an atmosphere of control and co-dependency, and is the primary tool used by abusive churches to wield their power o This is just another book used by abusive churches to brainwash people into believing the spiritual covering doctrine. So sad to find out that this author has been duped by this doctrine. We are to submit one to another, not the very one-sided submission that is promoted in these books and thus in these churches. Jesus is the Head, not your pastor. "Submission to authority" creates an atmosphere of control and co-dependency, and is the primary tool used by abusive churches to wield their power over those who are brainwashed into believing this tripe. We are to continually test the spirits and that includes so-called leaders. No one is infallible. ...more
May 29, 2018 Becki Johnson rated it did not like it
Although I like some other books by John Bevere, this book was based on an Old Testament view of leadership. God did not raise up any Moses leader in the New Testament and expect people to follow, obey, hold his hands up, and never challenge his word. We are a free people. We follow leaders from a position of freedom and power, not subservience. In the New Testament leaders serve others, makes more leaders, and empower. God is to be our cover. As long as we are covered by Christ, We are right wh Although I like some other books by John Bevere, this book was based on an Old Testament view of leadership. God did not raise up any Moses leader in the New Testament and expect people to follow, obey, hold his hands up, and never challenge his word. We are a free people. We follow leaders from a position of freedom and power, not subservience. In the New Testament leaders serve others, makes more leaders, and empower. God is to be our cover. As long as we are covered by Christ, We are right where we belong... whether leaders approve, or not. ...more
Jul 26, 2020 Jamie Meyer rated it it was amazing
This is a book every Christian, every church staff member, every leader should read. How do you respond to leadership? Not just the leaders you like who make the decisions you love and fully support, but also the leaders you struggle to follow who make decisions you disagree with. The author did an incredible job of giving biblical guidance on how to submit yourself to leadership when it's easy and when it's hard. He explains the importance of having yourself under the covering of God appointed
This is a book every Christian, every church staff member, every leader should read. How do you respond to leadership? Not just the leaders you like who make the decisions you love and fully support, but also the leaders you struggle to follow who make decisions you disagree with. The author did an incredible job of giving biblical guidance on how to submit yourself to leadership when it's easy and when it's hard. He explains the importance of having yourself under the covering of God appointed leadership, even when you don't understand why God appointed them. The problem with the American church is, we view Christianity as a democracy, when in reality it's a kingdom. When you understand that, and realize the authority and peace there is in following Christ and those in authority, the blessings that unleashes in your life are incredible.
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Feb 24, 2010 Misty Broqi rated it it was amazing
This was definitly a God send. It was about how you should honor and obey authority and the consequences if you don't. He provides plenty of examples of those in the bible who did and didn't. This really spoke to me I think God is trying to reveal how much of a rebellious attitude I have had that has begun since I was 3 or 4 and how because of it I have not grown as spiritually as I would like. I'm going to try to be more submissive to Salvador and to those who are over me including my director This was definitly a God send. It was about how you should honor and obey authority and the consequences if you don't. He provides plenty of examples of those in the bible who did and didn't. This really spoke to me I think God is trying to reveal how much of a rebellious attitude I have had that has begun since I was 3 or 4 and how because of it I have not grown as spiritually as I would like. I'm going to try to be more submissive to Salvador and to those who are over me including my director and so on. It seems like I've always had a rebellious heart to those who are over me it's really sad. ...more
Aug 25, 2012 Bernadette rated it it was amazing
This book is very remarkable on its way of pushing people to hear the voice of God through every word. I would say that every word in this book counts.
I'm only on page 94 but it feels like I'm on the verge of revealing the plot. BUT I have to remember that this is not a story but is a compilation of the author's testimonies.This is definitely food for my soul. :)
This book is very remarkable on its way of pushing people to hear the voice of God through every word. I would say that every word in this book counts.
I'm only on page 94 but it feels like I'm on the verge of revealing the plot. BUT I have to remember that this is not a story but is a compilation of the author's testimonies.This is definitely food for my soul. :)
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Re-reading this along with the interns. Have been reminded of the solid principles addressed in his book, including the promise of God's protection. Topics include sin and disobedience, the consequences, submission, self-inflicted judgment, unfair treatment, honour and more. Re-reading this along with the interns. Have been reminded of the solid principles addressed in his book, including the promise of God's protection. Topics include sin and disobedience, the consequences, submission, self-inflicted judgment, unfair treatment, honour and more. ...more
John Bervere teaches on the touchy subject of authority and opens eyes to the blessings you get when you submit.
Jan 01, 2009 Lindsey rated it it was amazing
This book is AMAZING! It changed the way I viewed so many things. This book is packed with scripture and God has really given John Bevere wisdom.
Great book to better understand God's authority and human authority and how to operate under both. Great book to better understand God's authority and human authority and how to operate under both. ...more
Dec 11, 2020 April rated it it was amazing
This book will help you understand that being submissive is not about being a door mat, but how to serve God through obedience.
Definitely put some things in order for me
Dec 29, 2020 Donna Knox rated it it was amazing
I did not realize that I needed this book. This was done for a commissioning class for my church. This book changed my life!
Mar 12, 2018 Tanya rated it it was amazing
Why is every book by John Bevere so life changing? I mean, The Bait of Satan, Driven By Eternity & now Under Cover- they've all highly impacted me and my walk with Jesus. I have to admit, when I first started this book, I didn't realize it was about authority. I know, you'd think I'd read that synapsis on the back of the book! But I guess judging by what appeared to be angel wings on the cover of the book & it's subtitle, 'The Promise of Protection Under His Authority', I assumed the book was ab
Why is every book by John Bevere so life changing? I mean, The Bait of Satan, Driven By Eternity & now Under Cover- they've all highly impacted me and my walk with Jesus. I have to admit, when I first started this book, I didn't realize it was about authority. I know, you'd think I'd read that synapsis on the back of the book! But I guess judging by what appeared to be angel wings on the cover of the book & it's subtitle, 'The Promise of Protection Under His Authority', I assumed the book was about the protection of angels. That sounded interesting and it was John Bevere, so that was enough for me to read it.
But I really believe it was God leading me to read the book because it spoke to me so much! God has dealt with me over the years about submission to authority as I tend to naturally buck it (not so much anymore but I used to be really bad about it).
This book is so eye-opening and especially the way he ties it into faith at the end of the book. So so good!
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Mar 21, 2017 Anne Calvert rated it really liked it
Undercover, by John Bevere is a must read for anyone ready for the next level. It is full of scriptural truths and guidelines for our responsibilities under any form of authority. This may not be a "fun book" or an easy pill to swallow, but it is a must read, must apply to one's life for anyone interested in walking in the fullness of God. The words in this book like lawlessness, obedience and submission, to name a few may be big and scary words, but no bigger or scarier than the consequences sh Undercover, by John Bevere is a must read for anyone ready for the next level. It is full of scriptural truths and guidelines for our responsibilities under any form of authority. This may not be a "fun book" or an easy pill to swallow, but it is a must read, must apply to one's life for anyone interested in walking in the fullness of God. The words in this book like lawlessness, obedience and submission, to name a few may be big and scary words, but no bigger or scarier than the consequences should we choose to continue to live in lawlessness. I highly recommend this book. It opened my eyes to the rebellion in my life and made me view things differently at my jobs and given me a different approach towards the youth pastor I am directly under that makes me ask what can I do to help you? It has encouraged me to look again at authority and the "promise of protection under His authority". It's tough to change, but I know it's what God expects of me.
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Sep 17, 2018 Evan Roberts rated it really liked it
Deals with the issue of submission of heart. For those in submission submit fully from the heart. For those in leadership do not be overburdensome. See yourself in the shoes of the other. And all will be well. Lord grant us a pure heart. I wish the book referenced advice to being a good leader but I get why I didn't at the same time it would of have killed the power of the message of submission and it's framework in life. It revealed the framework of submission to me in a new way. sadly I learne Deals with the issue of submission of heart. For those in submission submit fully from the heart. For those in leadership do not be overburdensome. See yourself in the shoes of the other. And all will be well. Lord grant us a pure heart. I wish the book referenced advice to being a good leader but I get why I didn't at the same time it would of have killed the power of the message of submission and it's framework in life. It revealed the framework of submission to me in a new way. sadly I learned older in age. ...more
Jun 13, 2020 Jose rated it it was amazing
This book has changed my life. It is incredible. It is not an easy topic or lesson, and your first reaction can be to fight it. But As I read every few pages, I would take a break and try and apply the learnings. Every time, I found that there would be tangible, positive changes in my work and life relationships as a result.
As always, "test everything." As I tested it the truth of what was written here proved itself over and over.
I plan to reread this next year, and would recommend this book w This book has changed my life. It is incredible. It is not an easy topic or lesson, and your first reaction can be to fight it. But As I read every few pages, I would take a break and try and apply the learnings. Every time, I found that there would be tangible, positive changes in my work and life relationships as a result.
As always, "test everything." As I tested it the truth of what was written here proved itself over and over.
I plan to reread this next year, and would recommend this book without reservations. ...more
Jun 25, 2018 Alex Apostol rated it it was amazing
I am amazed by this book. I wasn't that excited to read it at first, but once I started I couldn't stop. I was given it by my post-encounter group at church and we went through it, chapter-by-chapter, as a group. It was so helpful in understanding what the Lord expects of me and how I can be protected under his cover. I took so many notes in the margins! This is one I will definitely read again and again. I am amazed by this book. I wasn't that excited to read it at first, but once I started I couldn't stop. I was given it by my post-encounter group at church and we went through it, chapter-by-chapter, as a group. It was so helpful in understanding what the Lord expects of me and how I can be protected under his cover. I took so many notes in the margins! This is one I will definitely read again and again. ...more
Apr 09, 2021 Vincent rated it it was ok
It was alright, I have had this book for years and just decided to read it. I think some of the major elements are oversimplified and boiled down to a formula. For this reason I give it two stars. There were parts that I really enjoyed, but overall the lack of mention of the complexities is troublesome.
Amazing It's books like these that are blessings to the life of the believers. This book has changed my life and my thinking. I thank God that He loves me so much that He would lead me into an encounter with him through the writings of one of His servants.
Sep 18, 2017 Renee rated it it was ok
Brought about some interesting thoughts however it didn't spoke of an angry, moody God and not a God who loves you regardless of your sins. Brought about some interesting thoughts however it didn't spoke of an angry, moody God and not a God who loves you regardless of your sins. ...more
Feb 07, 2018 Governor rated it it was amazing
Awesome! Should be mandatory reading for every Christian servant leader!
Aug 29, 2018 lisa lumley rated it it was amazing
Excellent book on how to honour authority and the joy and freedom it will bring to ours lives.
very inspired to know more the word of God
Marked by boldness and passion, John Bevere delivers uncompromising truth through his award-winning curriculums and bestselling books, now in more than 60 languages, including "The Bait of Satan," "Drawing Near" and "Driven by Eternity." He is an international speaker and co-host of "The Messenger" TV program broadcast worldwide. John enjoys living in Colorado Springs with his wife, Lisa, also a b
Marked by boldness and passion, John Bevere delivers uncompromising truth through his award-winning curriculums and bestselling books, now in more than 60 languages, including "The Bait of Satan," "Drawing Near" and "Driven by Eternity." He is an international speaker and co-host of "The Messenger" TV program broadcast worldwide. John enjoys living in Colorado Springs with his wife, Lisa, also a best-selling author and speaker, and their four sons.
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