Power from on High

by C. Max Caldwell

When the Lord's church was organized in this dispensation, the Savior . . . gave Joseph Smith power from on high that he might fulfill the Lord's purposes and accomplish His marvelous work. Just as Joseph Smith needed power from heavenly sources, so also are we dependent upon that same power in order to fulfill the Lord's expectations of us, be accepted of Him, and be welcomed back into His presence. In the pages of this inspiring text, Elder C. Max Caldwell, emeritus member of the First Quorum of the Seventy, explains that we don't have the power to personally overcome and transcend our mortal limitations. However, the redeeming power of the Savior not only saves us from permanent physical disabilities through the resurrection, but also repairs internal spiritual damages incurred when we fail to follow the narrow path leading home. Elder Caldwell then points us toward principles and practices that will connect us to the Lord's power plant?simple guidelines that will give us the power to overcome temptation and keep our lives focused on the Savior and the saving principles of His gospel. Filled with scriptural affirmations, powerful examples, meaningful quotes from General Authorities, and the author's tender and insightful personal experiences, this is truly a book to be savored, treasured, and referenced often.

Genres: Religion

263 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2008

Reviews

[Dawn · Rating 3 out of 5]

The title of this book was a draw for me. The more I read the more 'meh' I felt about it. I don't feel obligated to finish books I don't like, and I did end up finishing it, so that says something. However, it wasn't any different than anything I have heard at a long and dull stake conference or sacrament meeting where people rehash a talk that has already been given by someone else.

[Natalie Olsen · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Doing what we can, with confidence”

“Firmly planted pillars of power”

[Kim Dennis · Rating 2 out of 5]

With this book I waffled between a 2 and a 3. I really wanted to give it a 2.5. When I compare it to others books I've given a 2 star rating to, it would probably deserve a 3. However, if I look at it in the category of other religious books, I felt it deserved a 2, which is why I went that way. It is not a book I would ever read again -- in fact, it isn't one I plan on even keeping. However, I did finish it, and there were a few good things I got out of it. Overall, I just didn't feel like the name of the book was appropriate. For me, there was very little that suggested gaining spiritual strength. For the most part, I felt a spirit of condemnation rather than strength. It may have been my mood when I was reading it, but I just didn't find in it what I was looking for.

[William · Rating 3 out of 5]

I gave this book three stars because of the great lessons and teachings in it. However it was a little redundant with more examples than needed to make a point and therefore tended be become a little boring.

[Frank · Rating 3 out of 5]

Second time reading this book. Deep.