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The God You Need to Know

Experience the Holy Spirit's Power and Presence Today
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You Believe in God. You Follow Jesus. But Does the Holy Spirit Still Feel Like a MysteryIf you've ever wondered why everyone else seems to have powerful Holy Spirit stories . . . but you just feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure--you're not alone.The God You Need... Read More
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In The God You Need to Know, bestselling author and podcaster Margaret Feinberg reveals a fresh perspective on the Holy Spirit by drawing from rich, often overlooked Old Testament passages. Through personal storytelling and biblical narratives, you will see the Spirit's work in unexpected places and learn to encounter the Spirit in tangible ways.

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You Believe in God. You Follow Jesus. But Does the Holy Spirit Still Feel Like a Mystery

If you've ever wondered why everyone else seems to have powerful Holy Spirit stories . . . but you just feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure--you're not alone.

The God You Need to Know reveals that God is neither distant nor confusing, inviting you instead to experience the real, everyday presence of the Holy Spirit who guides, empowers, and walks with you daily.

Bestselling author Margaret Feinberg gently walks you through Scripture--from Genesis to Pentecost--to reveal the Spirit's constant, powerful presence across history . . . and in your everyday life. This isn't complicated theology--it's a fresh, honest way to reconnect with the Spirit many believers quietly wonder about but rarely talk about.

Inside you'll discover:

  • How to recognize those quiet nudges or spiritual promptings without second-guessing yourself
  • The hidden thread of the Spirit's work woven all through the Old Testament (yes, long before Pentecost)
  • Simple, tangible practices to help you invite the Spirit into your everyday moments (without the pressure or weirdness)
  • What it looks like to move from believing in God . . . to experiencing his living presence for yourself

 

You don't have to feel left out of the Spirit-led life anymore. You don't have to wonder if you're "missing it" or waiting for some dramatic moment. The Holy Spirit has been pursuing you all along--and it's time to experience the vibrant, Spirit-connected faith you've always longed for.

The God You Need to Know is for you if:

  • You love Jesus, but your faith feels dry or disconnected lately
  • You're curious (but cautious) about the Holy Spirit and want a grounded, approachable way to explore
  • You want practical tools, not just more head knowledge
  • You've ever thought, "Why does this feel so real for others . . . but distant for me"

 

You were never meant to follow God alone. The Spirit is already closer than you think.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780310362890

Publisher: Zondervan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 July 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Zondervan

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 138.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 181g

Pages: 224

About the Author

Margaret Feinberg, one of America's most beloved Bible teachers, speaks at churches and leading conferences including Catalyst, Thrive, and Women of Joy. Her books, including Wonderstruck, Fight Back With Joy, and Scouting the Divine and their corresponding Bible studies, have sold more than one million copies and received critical acclaim and national media coverage from CNN, Associated Press, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, Washington Post, and more. She was named one of fifty women most shaping culture and the church today by Christianity Today. Margaret savors life with Leif, a pastor in Park City, Utah, and their superpup, Hershey. Website: https://margaretfeinberg.com/

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