Anne Graham Lotz writes these words at the end of the book"The choices you and I make today will determine how our lives are viewed when we meet Jesus face to face. Please. Embrace fully the Holy Spirit’s gifting, then exercise your gifts in service to Him so that on that day you will not be empty handed but will have something to lay at the feet of Jesus in return for all He has given you." And I knew exactly what Anne was talking about, because I now have a better understanding of the One who lives in me. We spend so little time on getting to know this very important person of God. Yet, He is so important in our relationship with our Savior and God. And if you look at just the table of content, you see how involved He is in our lives. Anne's detail in every chapter provides us the way to doing just that all the way to the end of the book. You will not be disappointed.

Jesus In Me
Experiencing the Holy Spirit as a Constant Companion
Author: Anne Graham Lotz

The book is about the third person of the Trinity; The Holy Spirt. As Christians we have heard about the Holy Spirit, the spirt of God within us, however; it is not often discussed in detail.

I truly enjoyed Anne Lotz’s new book on the Holy Spirit. Anne is a very good writer. She discusses the Holy Spirit in a very natural way like she is talking about a life-long friend. She goes in detail to explain the positive impact the Holy Spirit has made in her life.

Anne explains how the Holy Spirt, within her, has helped her cope with many life experiences. The author listed several specific functions the Holy Spirit has served in her life. The Holy Spirit has served her in time of trouble as a Helper, a Comforter, an Advocate, an Intercessor, a Counselor, and a Strengthener.

The Helper: The Holly Spirit stood by her when her husband, Danny, in a weaken condition, while trying to use his walker, fell in their swimming pool and drowned. She was all alone except for her inner spirit.

The Comforter: During times of grief, the Spirit served as her Comforter during the loss of her husband, the loss of two babies in miscarriage, her son’s diagnosis of cancer, her son’s breakup of two marriages, the death of her mother, followed by the death of her father and the diagnosis of her cancer.

The Advocate: The Spirit stood as an Advocate when her husband was removed from the search committee to find a new pastor for their church along with her 500 member Bible class being asked to leave the premise of the church. She prayed to her Advocate for help. One year later the newspaper that had published a humiliating account of the removal, produced a two-page profile effectively exonerating her and the class from any wrong doing.

The Intercessor: The Spirit served as her Intercessor who works between you and others to reconcile differences. The Intercessor served as an intermediator during a disagreement between Anne and her youngest daughter Rachel-Ruth about what classes she should take in the spring semester of her second year of college. Rachael-Ruth hung-up on her mother and would not answer the phone when she called back several times. Soon after their misunderstanding Anne’s speaking schedule placed her in Dallas near her daughter. She did not know that her speaking schedule would place her in Dallas. The Holy Spirit had full understanding of her schedule.

After her speech in Dallas Anne drove to Baylor University, in Waco to see her daughter. When seeing her mother she embraced her and told her she was sorry and admitted that she was wrong; they stood there crying and holding each other. With open minds they were able to resolve their differences involving the class schedule. The Sprit had brought a mother and daughter back together.

The Counselor: Anne turned to her spirit counselor when she was told she had breast cancer. Before she met the doctor the Helper had prepared her for what the diagnosis could be.

She turned to the Counselor for guidance on how she could tell her family. Immediately a scripture from Deuteronomy 29:29 came to mind, “The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but things revealed belong to us our children”. She knew immediately this news had to be shared with her family and grandchildren. Her family showered her with overwhelming love and support.

The Strengthener: The Strengthener Spirit is to give us strength and courage in time of crisis. Several years ago Anne was honored by being invited by the Legislative Council of Telangana State of India to address the second annual National Day of Prayer in Hyderabad. She knew it would be a difficult trip since India was not an open nation welcoming Christianity. She got her visa approved to travel to India. The Indian Embassy was strongly urging her not to travel to Hyderabad. The Spirit through our Strengthener offered strong encouragement. The Indian Government kept offering their concern for her safety but never cancelled her Visa. Mrs. Lotz kept her plans in place to travel to India. The Strengthener kept supporting her trip. Working through 450 rural churches she was able to speak to 10,000 of their members and later spoke to about 8,000 women. Her trip was a success carrying the word of God to over 20,000 people in India. Anne accomplished this feat through of the support she received from the Holy Spirit.

The Standby: The Standby Spirit assisted her several years ago when a car pulled out in front of her and she had to swerve to prevent from hitting the car broad side. The Standby Spirit was there to support her in keeping her composure during the accident. After the accident, she heard a voice say.” Anne! Wow! That was an incredible piece of driving! Great job!”. Anne said that there was no one in the car. She set there listening until a knock on the car window brought her back to reality. Anne said her Standby Spirit came through in every way.

The Author, Anne Graham Lotz through the writing of this book has done tremendous service to all Christians through this book in bringing examples of true life stories in her life which occurred when the Holly Spirit is involved in the daily lives. She shows us how to better utilize the Holy Spirit in our lives.
This book is a must read for Christians who wants to better understand how the Holly Spirit interacts in our lives.

This book Jesus In Me is a 5 star book in every respect. I think it could be a classis book in defining the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

Book Review by Dave McDole, Franklin, TN

I was pleasantly surprised by this book. I love learning more about the Holy Spirit and how he relates to my life and the world. For me I am eager to learn more about the Bible and this book helped me in many ways.

Recommend this book by Anne Graham Lotz "Jesus In Me, Experiencing the Holy Spirit as a Constant Companion." This book has seven major parts on the Holy Spirit that most Believers havent embraced in their redeemed lives. They havent gone deeper to really know about the Holy Spirit. Well, Anne has been given a God-given presentation to open our eyes wider and experience Him more. This book will be one that is read and reread. I give it 5 stars. I have not been compenstated for my honest review.

I found this book to be very informative and practical regarding the Holy Spirit. I love the way each chapter reveals another characteristic of the Holy Spirit. This book not only includes personal stories but also practical applications. This book challenges me to go deeper in my walk with God, my understanding and experience of the Holy Spirit. I highly recommend "Jesus in Me" for someone who truly wants a Biblical and practical understanding of the Holy Spirit.

I invited Jesus into my life at the age of 12 but didn't realize The Holy Spirit was the Jesus in me for about 15 years I grew up hearing about the Holy Ghost and having Him called "it". While in a Bible study in seminary I was challenged with the reality of Him being the Jesus in me. John 14:16-17. Anne is transparent with her personal experiences in growing in her walk with the Holy Spirit. She uses probing and challenging questions and illustrations both personal and Biblical to point to the Spirit's purpose of displaying God's glory.. One of the most convicting to me was "We can invite Jesus in the person of the Holy Spirit to come into our lives and then tell Him, more or less, to stand right there...We can refuse Him access or control.." of areas we want to control or don't want Him to confront our sin or as she calls it "dirty laundry". Anne shares her conviction that we as believers are in desperate need of real personal/cooperate revival or spiritual awakening.
This is not a quick read or bedtime story. Anne gives Appendix A-B-C-D for delving deeper.
Over the last several weeks I have read and reread this book. I have known about Him but I am becoming more aware that He is my constant companion. THE Jesus in me!

As usual, Anne Graham Lotz has another powerful book. JESUS IN ME is wonderful due to Anne has drawn from her own experiences. She has shown us how Jesus is with us everywhere we go and how He comforts us in our daily life. With Anne’s personal stories, they bring tears to us because so many have walked in her shoes. Our Lord never promised us a walk in the park. What we learn is if we lean on Him, we are never alone and He guides each of our steps. Jesus delights is giving us comfort.

I was so excited about being on this launch team. I could hardly wait to get my hands on this book about Experiencing the Holy Spirit as a Constant Companion.

<p>First, it was just amazing to me that she could write to us WHILE she was going through cancer treatments. I know that when I am struggling through life's trials, it is nearly impossible for me to even write in my journal. I just don't want to face the issues. She has been amazing.

Secondly, as always she shares openly and honestly about her own faith. Where she succeeds and where she fails. Then she tells us what she learned. Anne openness helps me connect with her as a common friend. I'm not intimidated by her because she is Rev. Billy Graham's daughter. More so, I welcome her advice.

Thirdly, this book on the Holy Spirit is greatly needed. From my point of view. Many are not tapping into what He can do for us. Anne can help us do that.

Rarely am I speechless. Rarely do words fail me. But I'm having a really hard time contemplating what to tell you about this new book by Anne Graham Lotz. As one who wants our children to grow and be biblically literate young people, I have written several lessons about the Holy Spirit and His role in our lives as believers. But I agree with what Anne Graham Lotz says at some points in her new book, the more she sought to know about the Holy Spirit, the more there is to know, and knowing isn't enough, but living in these truths and the fact that God gives us Himself to live in us, guide us, lead us, work in us, equip us to change, even for intercession when words fail us.

Her new book showcases so many levels and layers of the Holy Spirit. Truly she has been gifted these words by the Holy Spirit to share with the world, who also needs to know, call on, walk with, and live in His presence.

This book is excellent whispering truths from the Word of God through life experience, growth, an ongoing process, awareness, soul seeking, and utter dependence on the work of the Holy Spirit in her heart, soul and mind.

This book is well written and easy to read, harder to process, and choose to follow the questions and suggestions that the author provides. There are 27 chapters, divided into 7 themes, with a conclusion and some very helpful appendixes to encourage life change and application. The chapters are short, pointed, and end with questions for your own personal application. These questions really get to the heart and soul of living with the Holy Spirit in me. And while easily understandable, the application and processing in me, will go on long after I've finished the book. The perspective is much needed and for me often convicting.

Some of my favorite illustrations to make the Holy Spirit graspable for children are shared in this book- engagement rings, seals, promise, guarantee, and I love that I have a new image. That of the magnifying glass- the Holy Spirit is showing others that Jesus is in ME!!!

This book would be an excellent book club or Bible study book. It can be read cover to cover in a day or two, or it can be read a little at a time to help process and apply the truth shared. But it should be read.

Thankful to partner with Netgalley and Waterbrook-Multnomah to read an advanced copy of this book.

I am reading this book as a devotional and I highly recommend it! We all need a refresher course on Who the Holy Spirit is and What His ministry is. Anne uses scripture, her stories, and biblical illustrations to bring the Holy Spirit into reality for us. A very encouraging, enlightening book!

“Jesus in Me” by Anne Graham Lotz

“Jesus in Me” by Anne Graham Lotz gives Christian believers insight about the person and character of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is a person who has a mind, a will, and emotions.
In the Old Testament, God gave the Holy Spirit to a specific person for a certain time and purpose. Then the Holy Spirit departed from the individual after the person fulfilled their purpose. When Jesus departed from the earth and the disciples met in the upper room, the Holy Spirit came upon them to stay. The Holy Spirit now comes into anyone who places faith in Jesus Christ. A new believer also has the same amount of the Holy Spirit as someone who has been walking with Jesus for decades.
The Holy Spirit gives us direction and guidance in our lives if we allow him to use us for his purpose. Anne reveals times in her life where the holy spirit guided her to accomplish his mission by sending her to a foreign country to preach God’s word and give her message even though she was met with opposition. She also reveals the times when the Holy Spirit has asked her to do certain tasks even if they were insignificant or didn’t make complete sense.
In her book, Anne also talks about the different spiritual gifts that are given to each believer. When we use our spiritual gifts it benefits the church. Not every believer has the same spiritual gifts. The Christian body benefits when believers are using their gifts and it strengthens the power of the Christian church.
The main theme running through the book is how the Holy Spirit points us to Jesus in revealing him to us and also the people that come into contact with us. Our purpose in life is to display God’s glory and complete God’s personal mission for us. The Holy Spirit gives us guidance to the plan that God has for us.
“Jesus in Me” is a must for anyone who wants to learn more about the Holy Spirit.

I received an ARC from WaterBrook Multnomah for an honest review. What an eye opener. She opened up the scriptures to me like never before. Her stories and insight is uplifting and inspiring. An excellent read.

This is a book you will want to refer back to again and again. Anne does an excellent job in writing this book and teaching about the Holy Spirit. I like her style of writing. She puts so much of herself in it.
I have read several of her books and Bible studies. I always grow every time I read one of her books. My
Favorite was Heaven and this will go on my list of favorites.
Thanks for allowing me to read and review it.

I loved this book.
The author gives examples from her own life which makes the book more interesting.
The information on the Holy Spirit was given in a way that is easy to understand for someone who has not studied the Holy Spirit.
At the same time was a fresh approach for others who might be more familiar.
I loved the sequence of the chapters and how they built on each other.

I enjoy Anne Graham Lotz’s inspirational style of writing, and her newest book, "Jesus in Me", did not disappoint!

Anne effectively interlaces her personal stories with Scripture to illustrate and define “The Person” of The Holy Spirit and how He is at work in her life. I found " Jesus in Me" to be genuine and at times, heart-wrenching. It encouraged me to examine my inner heart and my own weaknesses so that I would seek a deepened awareness of and appreciation for The Holy Spirit, His purpose, and HIs power.

It seemed like Anne was talking directly to me - - as if we were having a personal conversation. This made the book even more meaningful and very enjoyable to read.

Recently, I finished reading Jesus in Me by Anne Graham Lotz - in a weekend. Having read several Lotz books, I kind of knew what to expect and Anne Graham Lotz did not disappoint me. However, this book is saturated with the Holy Spirit which makes it deeply personal (and can be for you, too). I found it compelling, after many years of walking with Jesus, to discover in a fresh way, the immense gift Jesus sent us in a constant companion. A relationship with Jesus deepens with time as we spend time with Him. The book, Jesus In Me, finds anew that He's not just in my imagination when I have prayer or praise time or in the Words that leap off the page of His book, the Bible*. He chooses to be my personal constant partner/best friend/wise guide/rabbi/all knowing counselor and so much more. Note the word constant. Everything we can imagine at God's access or in God's perfect mind is at the access of the Holy Spirit and He shares it with me, if I invite Him to do so. It is His good pleasure. Anne Graham Lotz successfully portrays Jesus' deep, deep love for us, His longing to spend time with us, the ache in His heart for us to one day be with Him. That is one facet of why He gifted us with the Holy Spirit part of Himself. You miss a huge blessing if you decline to discover the Holy Spirit in your life. Certainly, this is not the only book on the subject, but this one is blessed, inspired, and truly a must read.

*both the Hebrew Bible (commonly the Old Testament) and the Christian New Testament.

Excellent book. A must read! Very important to understand the power of the Holy Spirit, a gift from God. Ann captures truth beautifully. The Holy Spirit is portrayed with such detail, accuracy and intimacy. A remarkable surrendered soul and gift to us all. I could not stop reading until I finished the book. It’s application are real and true and had me on my knees. Thank you Ann!

This is a wonderful easy to read book on the Holy Spirit. Anne Graham Lotz explains each of the areas the Holy Spirit works in us and shares how she has experienced it in her life.
Well written. I like her writing style.

Anne never disappoints! Her writing is informative, inspiring, thought provoking and motivating. Anne shares her personal experience of the Holy Spirit’s presence in her life and challenges every reader to experience the same. She invites you into her world with her real-life examples, transparency, engaging illustrations and of course, her powerful application questions. Anne wonderfully defines the third person of the Trinity utilizing scripture verses and in the same fashion brilliantly describes the names of the Holy Spirit that define His beautiful character.
Whether or not you are a follower of Jesus, Anne desires for you to know Jesus.

Anne helps the non-believer discover how much the Holy Spirit loves you and desires for you to have a personal relationship with Jesus.

Anne inspires the believer to know how much the Holy Spirit loves you through His presence, power, and equipping in daily living. She reminds us that the Holy Spirit’s ultimate purpose is to glorify Jesus, His ultimate goal is to make Jesus known to you and to me, and His priority is to guide us into all truth as He transforms us into the image of Jesus. She also challenges the believer to better love, rely on and experience the filling of the Holy Spirit through moment-by-moment surrender to the moment-by-moment control of the Holy Spirit.

Loving this book!! Trying not to read it too fast because I want to internalize all it has to offer! Once again. Anne Graham Lotz has lead me into a deeper understanding of our precious Lord and richly explaining the entirety of the Holy Spirit. As always she uses examples from her own life that we can relate to as well. She’s “real people.” I’ve loved her since experiencing her “Just Give Me Jesus!” Whether this is the first book you’ve read of Anne’s or one of many you will not be disappointed in all it has to offer you. You will be filled to overflowing with the Holy Spirit!! Praise Jesus!!!!