Short Review:
Robby Dawkins is someone who lives what he preaches, and does so very dynamically. He believes that God uses all sorts of people, not just those in positions of authority in the church, and in this book he demonstrates this with powerful stories/case studies from his own life and the lives of others.
A very inspirational, interesting and insightful book, especially for those from the Charismatic movement.

If you are a person who is interested in developing an understanding of the gifts of the Spirit and want encouragement that we are able to do what Jesus did and more - this is a book for you. It is encouraging, uplifting, and will motivate you to dive deeper into your faith and take risks that will surely benefit the Kingdom. A recommended read.

I first came across Robby Dawkins while watching the tv series Adventures With God by filmmaker Darren Wilson. He also appears in four of Wilson’s documentaries: Furious Love, Father of Lights, Holy Ghost: Reborn, and Finger of God 2. Do Greater Things is the first book I have read by the author.

In Do Greater Things, Dawkins encourages the reader to seek out the greater things Jesus describes in John 14:12 - Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father.
Robby explains how this is available to every believer and should be the standard Christian experience. Throughout the book are testimonies of people who have been impacted by Dawkin’s ministry and teachings of his previous books. I highly recommend this book and the documentaries listed above.

I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Charismatic churches have a distinction from most mainstream denominations in that their theology states (loosely) "We have the ability, as the apostles did, to walk in the gifts and power of the Spirit in our world today."  Do Greater Things by Robby Dawkins is a fine example of this view point.
Dawkins does a great job of sharing the action of the gifts in today's world, for those who are open to them, and backs up his personal experiences with biblical evidence along the way.  Never shying from what some may call heresy or accusing him of being a charlatan, Dawkins reveals to readers the truth of faith healing, prophecy, words of knowledge and other gifts available through the Holy Spirit.

My one area of contention comes near the end of the book where Dawkins claims that any time you pray for someone to be healed and they are not, it is because of demonic influence (stating you must bind the demon and rebuke it).  However he then shares various statements of why healing may not happen including God receiving greater glory in delay, or lack of faith just as Jesus faced in his hometown.  It appears this may have been an oversight or a reaching statement.

If you are interested in seeing the gifts of the Spirit and use of them in your own life, this is good book of example and there are many older books and new releases that greater define the gift itself.  I will say there is not a lot of conversation around what the gifts are and properly defining them within this book.

I did enjoy reading this book, and it did deliver a greater passion to see the gifts active in my own life.

*I received this book free from Chosen Books in exchange for an honest review.  These are my personal thoughts.

I read a previous book by Robby called Do What Jesus Did. I really liked it so when I saw this book come out I had to read it.

The title of this book is based on what Jesus told His disciples, that they would do even great things then He did. I still am amazed by this verse and I am fully aware that I am not living in that truth.

Anyway, this book is full of Robby’s own ministry and how he has done great things for the Kingdom. I admit as I read it I could feel less-than because I don’t go out and live as boldly. But Robby’s intention isn’t to shame us but to encourage us to live like Jesus and do even greater things.

I appreciate the chapter that talks about how the enemy will try to attack us as we live out the Kingdom on earth. So much truth. I also liked the chapter on discernment and hearing and knowing God’s voice.

If you want to be encouraged in your faith this book will definitely do that.


A copy of this book was given to me through Netgalley.com. All opinions are my own

Robby Dawkins, evangelist and pastor, believes that "Jesus expects us to heal the sick, cast out demons and even raise the dead in His name!" In Do Greater Things: Activating the Kingdom to Heal the Sick and Love the Lost, he tells story after story of people being healed and otherwise miraculously encountering the love of Jesus. As he previously wrote in Do What Jesus Did, praying expectantly for healing should be a regular part of our interactions with others, whether in church or out in the community.


The way he approaches life is unlike most Christians' experience. Where many Christians are reluctant even to say the name of Jesus, Dawkins's model is to prayerfully consider and observe people around you. If you someone who seems to be sick, in pain, or disabled, why not ask them if they would like prayer? And why not ask God for healing? He advocates stepping out boldly, not waiting for specific direction from God to pray for someone. He writes, "Jesus told us to heal the sick. I don't see anywhere in the Scriptures where He says, 'But don't pray for anyone unless I tell you to.'" Pray for everyone!


I really enjoyed reading about his experiences. When possible, he enlists children or unbelievers to pray with him. He will have the child place his hands on the sick person and have the child repeat his words. When a person is healed, what a faith builder for both the praying person and the person healed! Dawkins leads by example, and provides examples and guidelines readers can apply as they hit the streets.


Dawkins calls us away from praying selfishly. I have never met a Christian who has been reluctant to pray for financial blessing, favor in one's career, or relationship issues. But Dawkins wants Christians to get past selfish prayers and pray for others. And the goal of healing? An invitation to walk with Jesus.


While Dawkins provides scripture to defend and flesh out what he's teaching, the focus is on the testimonies, not only of those who have been healed, but of the many Christians who are boldly walking in faith for healing. Do Greater Things inspired me on two levels. First, to deepen my walk with God, getting my prayer life away from my needs to embracing God's power in me to meet the needs of others. Second, to get out the door and look for someone to pray for. Seriously, after you read this you'll be looking for a stranger to pray for. His message inspires and challenges me.


Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the complimentary electronic review copy!

Sadly I am not able to read this book as I only have Kindle.