1. Soul's Gate, Well Spring Series #1
    James Rubart
    Thomas Nelson / 2012 / Trade Paperback
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  1. Rick
    Middleburg, FL
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Review from a Man's Perspective
    November 8, 2012
    Rick
    Middleburg, FL
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: male
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    So I'll be honest with you and tell you this review will already be a little biased. Every since Mr. Rubart burst onto the Christian Fiction scene with his first book, "Rooms", I have been hooked. His books have become that proverbial "no brainer" when I see a new one pop up on my local Christian bookstore's shelf.

    Reece Roth is a man of few words, but deep thoughts. Reece has been taught how to enter a person's soul and fight for their freedom. Unfortunately, this has come at a personal price to Reece. Early in his soul fighting days, Reece entered a soul without permission and the result was catastrophic for his wife and child. That was 30 years ago. Today, Reece is being called forth by God to teach a group of new students on the art of battling for the soul, a move that Reece isn't sure he's ready to tackle. The four recruits (Marcus, Brandon, Tamera and Dana) are from various backgrounds, but they have been identified by Him for the job. Reece has been quietly cultivating their relationships and been told that now is the time for all of them to meet. Almost immediately, the demons begin their attack on the new recruits. Distractions come at them from all angles as the demons attempt to thwart their impending training. One of the new recruits changes her mind at the last minute, which gives a win to the demons. Reece gathers the remaining recruits at the Well Spring Ranch to begin their training. As Reece trains them in various facets of entering a person's soul, he also explains the rules and dangers that go with this power. As their understanding of his teachings grow, Marcus asks that they enter his soul. What secrets will they uncover inside? Can they really do battle inside a person's soul? Who is next to have their soul freed? Those are all great questions and wonderful reasons for you to BUY THE BOOK!

    I only speak one language, but there are plenty of words for me to use to describe this "Soul's Gate". Awesome and thought-provoking are two that come immediately to mind. Mr. Rubart has written a book that strikes deep to the core of basic Christianity. As his character points out, "The Bible is about a world of demons and angels and great evil and even greater glory". We read about the miracles performed in the bible, about the Holy Spirit and all that was done in His name. We've lost that. We've let the world into our souls and pushed Him further into the background. Yes, I'm still saved, but sometime I feel like I'm just going through the motions. The Bible is ALIVE! The Holy Spirit is within us all just waiting to be freed. I won't guarantee that you'll have the same experience that I had with this book, but I will tell you that this book will put you in the right frame of mind. Mr. Rubart has some fascinating ideas throughout the training of these recruits, but for each one he has a scripture ready to explain his line of thinking. That right there was more than enough for me. I found myself savoring the interactions that he had with his recruits as they prayed for open eyes to the Spirit. As each attack came from the demons, these prayer warriors showed who had the real strength.

    Is this a man's book? This is so much more than a man's book, but I loved how the main character, Reece, was a quiet rock of strength. We men need to give up on the notion that religion is weak, because after reading this book and experiencing what I did while I was reading it, there is no one stronger than my Lord!
  2. bookwomanjoan
    Oak Harbor, WA
    Age: Over 65
    Gender: Female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    spiritual warfare like you've never seen before
    November 4, 2012
    bookwomanjoan
    Oak Harbor, WA
    Age: Over 65
    Gender: Female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    What an amazing novel. Every once and a while one comes along that just takes your breath away. This is one of those novels.

    What would it be like if we Christians lived today with the same strength and power we read the early Christians had? What if we entered into spiritual warfare, if we lived in a spiritual realm we generally ignore?

    That is what Rubart writes about in this novel.

    Reece Roth is a veteran at spiritual warfare. He was a warrior thirty years ago, but then stepped away from battle when he faced personal tragedy. Now he is back in the war and is to train others in the ways of battle. The danger is immediate. There are evil beings who are out to stop Reece and his friends. These demons have destroyed before and now set their sights on Reece.

    This novel brings to our attention the seriousness of spiritual warfare and battling for the soul of another. Reece trains his friends to travel in the Spirit, to sense the spirit realm, and to enter into another's soul to do battle. Rubart admits at the end of the novel that he does not believe entering into another's soul is actually possible (this is fiction, after all).

    But the rest — such as paying attention to the spiritual realm so we can sense what is happening in others... Is that the level of Christianity we can and should be living?

    This novel is very thought provoking. I was glad to see an extensive Reading Group Guide because this novel would make for lively discussion.

    I highly recommend this book. Read it and then discuss it with a friend.

    I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher for the purpose of this review.
  3. Docmeister7
    Arkansas
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Soul's Gate
    November 4, 2012
    Docmeister7
    Arkansas
    Age: 45-54
    Gender: male
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    "Not afraid, for His armor is the best

    But even soldiers need a quiet place to rest."

    Twila Paris

    In James L. Rubart's new book, Soul's Gate, spiritual warfare has taken on dimensions of Biblical proportion. Which is as it should be. The quote in the fly-leaf of the book is one which Christians ought to take to heart:

    "There are two equal and opposite errors into which our race can fall about the devils. One is to disbelieve in their existence. The other is to believe, and to feel an excessive and unhealthy interest in them. They themselves are equally pleased by both errors."

    C.S. Lewis

    In Soul's Gate, Rubart contemplates what it would look like if a person could travel inside the soul of another human being, and wage war on their behalf "against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places" (Ephesians 6:12).

    Reese Roth could tell you, speaking from first-hand experience. That was his life, until tragedy struck and seemingly ended his destiny. But God is the God of the second chance, and Reese is being called upon to train four new warriors to carry on the work. Teach them to see the spirit world. Train them to enter the spirit world. And survive.

    Keep in mind . . . every war has TWO sides, and this is no exception. While the warriors train and prepare to carry the fight to the enemy in a way that even Reese has yet to fathom, the enemy is not twiddling his thumbs. He's determined to stop these young warriors. At any cost.

    Soul's Gate was a real eye-opener for me, as it reminded me that we really are in a spiritual battle, and Satan takes no prisoners. Fast-paced, grittily real, Soul's Gate has very engaging characters and a solid plot, as well as what I believe to be a sound spiritual foundation.

    5 stars
  4. VicsMediaRoom
    Irvine, CA
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: male
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    Angels, Demons, Battle For Souls = High Adventure
    November 1, 2012
    VicsMediaRoom
    Irvine, CA
    Age: 55-65
    Gender: male
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    James L. Rubart in his new book, "Soul's Gate" Book One in the Well Spring series published by Thomas Nelson takes us into the life of Reece Roth.

    From the back cover: "Every now and then we get a break from reality. A glimpse into the other world that is more real than the reality we live in 99 percent of our days. The Bible is about a world of demons and angels and great evil and even greater glory."

    What if you could travel inside another person's soul? To battle for them. To be part of Jesus healing their deepest wounds. To help set them free to step boldly into their divinely designed future.

    Thirty years ago that's exactly what Reece Roth did. Until tragedy shattered his life and ripped away his future.

    Now God has drawn Reece out of the shadows to fulfill a prophecy spoken over him three decades ago. A prophecy about four warriors with the potential to change the world . . . if Reece will face his deepest regret and teach them what he has learned.

    They gather at a secluded and mysterious ranch deep in the mountains of Colorado, where they will learn to see the spiritual world around them with stunning clarity–and how to step into the supernatural.

    Their training is only the beginning. The four have a destiny to pursue a freedom even Reece doesn't fully fathom. But they have an enemy hell-bent on destroying them and he'll stop at nothing to keep them from their quest for true freedom and the coming battle of souls.

    This means war! The battle is on! The battle for souls is the hardest and most vicious ever imagined and James L. Rubert has given us a story that shows just how hard and vicious it is. Mr. Rubert gives us the warriors, those that fight for men's souls. They are aided by the angelic host. Opposed to them, of course, are the demonic host. The reason why they are after the warriors is that if you take out those that do the fighting then the ones they are fighting for are lost and the demons win. "Soul's Gate" is a very exciting book. One that will keep you flipping pages trying to find out what will happen next just as fast as you can read and flip. Everything is Biblical and Mr. Rubart is at the top of his game with his writing. "Soul's Gate" will keep you asking questions, once you get the answer to one question it leads you to another and then another. This is an adrenaline laced adventure story. "Soul's Gate" is all about healing and freedom. The characters are extraordinary and well written and when you reach the ending you will let out a small cry of anguish contented sigh as we all have to wait until August of 2013 to find out what happens next. This is a just plain fun, exciting story that entertains as well as makes us think. Mr.Rubart has batted in a winner and I recommend this book highly. I am so looking forward to book two in this series.

    Win an iPad Mini from @JimRubart and RSVP for his Live Video Chat {11/13}!

    The first book in best-selling author Jim Rubart's new series, Soul's Gate, releases on November 6th! To celebrate, Jim has teamed up with his publisher, Thomas Nelson, for a virtual book tour, iPad Mini giveaway and a Live Video Author Chat {11/13}. Watch the video trailer for the book here.

    One "soulful" winner will receive:

    A brand new iPad Mini

    Soul's Gate by Jim Rubart {Be caught up in this captivating series.}

    Enter today by clicking one of the icons below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on November 12th. Winner will be announced at the "Soul's Gate Author Chat Party on 11/13. Connect with Jim for an evening of book chat, trivia, and a live video chat! There will also be a chance to win gift certificates, books, and other fun prizes!

    So grab your copy of Soul's Gate and join Jim on the evening of the November 13th for a chance to connect and make some new friends. (If you haven't read the book — don't let that stop you from coming!)

    Don't miss a moment of the fun; RSVP today. Tell your friends via FACEBOOK or TWITTER and increase your chances of winning. Hope to see you on the 13th!

    Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Litfuse Publicity Group. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
  5. readgreatfiction
    Lancaster, PA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    5 Stars Out Of 5
    WARNING!
    November 1, 2012
    readgreatfiction
    Lancaster, PA
    Age: 35-44
    Gender: female
    Quality: 5
    Value: 5
    Meets Expectations: 5
    Warning: This is not a book that can be easily read in one sitting, nor should. Souls Gate is a book that takes digesting and although each bite is delectable, it will benefit the reader to take small bites and take the time to fully taste each morsel.

    As with each book that James Rubart has written the story is beyond amazing. Is he stretching reality? Of course, but the story is also packed with truth that bears considering and even contemplating. It's not a story where the author is trying to force a story around a message, rather it is a captivating tale that simply contains seeds of deep faith.

    Do I think you will enjoy this book? Well that depends on whether you are looking for a piece of fluff to pass the time, or a solid read that will stay with you for a long time. If it is the latter you are looking for, then yes, I believe you will love this book as much as I did.

    Definitely 5 Star Worthy.

    I received a copy of this book from the publisher through Litfuse publicity for the purpose of review. All opinions rendered here are my own.
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