Have the nightmares of your past taken your present captive robbing you of your rest, renewal, and refreshing in God’s new thing? You Must Release To Receive! As a counselor who deals with hurting people, who are seeking answers to life’s issues, I found that Pastor Allen’s Release to Receive gives hope that in spite of what anyone has done or their situation, God loves them enough to give them opportunities to release the past and receive God’s promises. I wholeheartedly endorse this book as a biblically-based, practical guide for those whose personal problems are hindering them from being all that they can be in Christ. Dr. Izola Wineglass Jones Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Too many Christians, who are supposed to be the light of the world, have forgotten to turn the light on regarding their Christian lifestyle! As the author so perceptively says they hold on to stuff of the past … broken marriages, broken relationships, broken finances; and it is these things which hinder them from experiencing all that God has destined for them. Like a jazz master, the author in his own inimitable style has masterfully woven the ancient story of Hannah into a contemporary context that is both true and relevant. Dr. James R. Love, Sr.Past-President, National Capital Christian Education Conference As an ordained American Baptist Minister with over 20 years of service, I found that Release To Receive is a powerful reminder of how Great is our God. Pastor Jonathan’s own experiences of overcoming challenges and facing failures have inspired him to craft this book; and to work without ceasing to help a friend, a family member, and a fellow neighbor to Release to Receive the fullness of God. LeRoy G. Mack, IIIAmerican Baptist Minister