Destined for the Throne: How Spiritual Warfare Prepares the Bride of Christ for Her Eternal Destiny Paperback – September 1, 2005

At 134 pages, Destined for the Throne is not a big book. But it took me nine months to read it, because what it lacks in length it more than makes up for in depth and power.I came across Destined while review-hopping at Amazon. When I finally got around to reading the book I had forgotten why I had bought it. But it didn't take me long to remember.Billy Graham forewords the book by saying that "every" Christian looking for a deeper witness should study this book prayerfully and apply its principles. And Billheimer himself introduces the book as what some will consider a "totally new and unique cosmology".I've got to say that most of what Billheimer has written is not new to me at some level, but never have I seen it stated so clearly and powerfully. He puts his case together so thoughtfully, logically and circumspectly that the book's immediately huge impact only grows as one continues to read.Basically, Billheimer's thesis is that "the primary purpose of the universe... is the production and preparation of an Eternal Companion for the Son", and that "since she is to share the throne of the universe with her Divine Lover and Lord... she must be trained... for that role".The ramifications of this understanding are astonishing. If the thesis is true, then all our experiences must be viewed through its lens. Trials and sorrows aren't merely to be somehow borne with otherworldly patience, hoping for some vague reward in heaven. Rather, they are to be spiritually assayed according to how they can be used to conform us in Christlikeness and prepare us for our heavenly dominion as kings.I found Billheimer's angelology amazing. I know that because of the incarnation, man in Christ actually has become greater than the angels. But Billheimer sees further into this mystery, saying that the angels are "not made in the full image of God". I initially found that very hard to accept, but the more I think about it, it is the only explanation I can fathom for God choosing to make man the focus of His redemptive program. After all, God is not impressed with power or grandeur. It is entirely consistent that He would show His greatest work in a very blind, impoverished being.Billheimer progresses from cosmology to the mystery of prayer, and relates the two. Why, he asks, did God center the entire building of His Kingdom around the medium of prayer? Why would God, who knows everything, and has all power, voluntarily limit Himself to working through the prayers of His church?The answer is twofold. First, it is in prayer that we draw near in ontological union with God. This is our priestly role. If we had power of ourselves, we would employ it independently of God, which would lead to disunity and chaos. So it is necessary that we continually draw near to God and conform our will to His in order to tap into the power available to us. The forms of prayer that most effect this aspect are repentance, thanksgiving, praise and worship.Secondly, through prayer we engage in a spiritual warfare that not only manifests Kingdom victories in the temporal realm on earth, but which also raises us up in authority and power as kings fit to rule the universe - a task to which we are destined, just as the book's title asserts.Billheimer thus constructs a theology of prayer in which prayers prayed in God's will simply must be answered - if the church will persist in praying. And lo and behold, this is exactly what Jesus told us in Mark 11, Luke 18, John 15, and several other places.The book ends on the power of praise. As we exalt God, we ourselves are lifted out of our sodden earthly perspective, and we begin to see according to eternal realities.This actually has been a difficult review to write. I think that it took me so long to read Destined because its subject is an area I need to do a lot of work in. Just as Billy Graham stated, this is a book to be studied carefully and digested prayerfully.If you're looking for an excellent theological challenge and some amazing encouragement to your prayer life, I strongly recommend Destined for the Throne. It's on my list for a reread, soon.

I first read this book in the early eighties and I remembered it from then and reading it again . If you are looking for a good growth book I recommend this book. Another Book along this line, that should be read by those who feel there is something missing from their spiritual growth is "Sons of God, The Authority of the Believer and the Church," by Charles McPherson. Both of these books are easy to read and powerful.

I am greatly impressed with this author and his insight into the word of GOD. I feel this is an extremely important book for the Body of Christ. The author through voluminous scripture and passion writes of the necessity of the Bride of Christ to take up the mantel given to us by JESUS to be JESUS on earth. The author paints an incredible picture of the Father waiting for the Church to take the authority she rightly has to Ask so as to be given and to put the Devil to flight. This book may have one flaw and that might be(I say this because I do not know the authors mindset) and that is Christ suffering in Hell and suffering spiritual death. With this said it is not the salient of the book. The other points and underlying theme of the book are undoubtably Truth and need to be heeded by the Bride of Christ if we are to make an impact on this world for JESUS. Much more can be said of this book but BUY it should suffice. GOD bless and be blessed. JB

This book was recommended to me many years ago, by my lawyer, when I was going through a divorce. It really helped me to understand the legality of what took place when Jesus entered our world and paid the price for our freedom.

Prepared to sit beside the Judge of the Universe - Who, ME? Not so incredible as it first appears. But that is a position you are destined to fill, provided you meet and pass the challenges. How is that possible, even if it is probable? Billheimer leads the reader step by step through the necessary preparations that few are willing to undertake. Jesus warned that the 'gate is narrow and the way straight, and few there be that find (search for) it. You won't make it if you don't really care, but a 'reward' (crown, not cheap either) awaits those who dare to accept the challenge. Get off the broad path to destruction by reading your Bible, assisted by this challenging book!

This is a very interesting book full of great views that will challenge your views regarding yourslef as a child of God, the role of "The Church" and God's purpose for us all. I have enjoyed reading this book, which I am still reading. Give yourself time and a quiet place to read and re-read and digest the information, I would also suggest have your bible available to look up scriptures so you can research and study. Whether you are a new christain or "seasoned" christian this book is for you, becasue it will get you thinking about what really is the purpose and the point of prayer and the power behind it. If you want to read something that isn't old hat or if you are needing to find something to stir you up and get you praying this book is it...

In today's world of synicism, doctrinal diversity and new-agism, it is refreshing to be reminded that God always has had, and has, a purpose for His Church! Dr. Billheimer brings this point to bear very clearly.I have read through this book many times, to be reminded that we are destined for the fulfillment of God's purpose. I have taught this book in group studies. Christians need its message.Dr. Billheimer unfolds, with scriptural accuracy, the plan of God through the ages for His Church. The Christian can take heart, in the midst of world turmoil, to know he is destined for the throne.

This book is one of the best that I have read. It is laid out so anyone could understand the great gift God has given us. We are destined for the throne. I could hardly lay it down. This book lets you know where you stand with God and what your destiny is.

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I LOVED this book as a matter of fact I ordered 3 more to give away .Will recommend this book to prayer group.