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The Church is longing for more of Jesus – more Withness.
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Withness
The Threads of God's Presence
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In a world that often drives us to do more, achieve more, and prove more, Withness: The Threads of God’s Presence by Mike Hey brings a gentle yet profound reminder: life with God begins not with striving, but with abiding. Through Scripture, personal stories, and rich imagery, Mike invites us to see that God’s deepest desire is not our performance but our presence—that we would live in the companionship of Jesus, who is always with us. Tracing the golden thread of Withness across the story of the Bible—from Eden’s garden to the Cross, and from Emmanuel to the outpouring of the Spirit—this book shows how God has always pursued His people, and still does today. Written for reflective reading and ideal for group discussion, Withness provides a guide not just for learning but for living. It is a book to dwell with, share with others, and walk out in daily life. Above all, it is an invitation: to let your life become a blessing that overflows from the certainty of God’s presence. |
Endorsements from others...
“This poetic reflection on ‘withness' is not simply another book—it will surprise you. It draws you into deep waters where your soul can be refreshed and your heart filled with the Spirit. Don’t rush through the pages. Slow down. Meditate. Pray. Dwell. These reflections, rooted deeply in Scripture, give voice to those ‘aha’ moments of revelation as you hear his whisper.”
Dave Lawton - Praxeis
“Mike Hey walks Humbley with his God and writes out of his deep experiences of a life lived in Jesus.
We all need in these challenging times more Withness.
He writes with a freshness for all generations, encouraging us to go deeper in the presence of Jesus.”
James Condon Commissioner Emeritus The Salvation Army and Chairman of Australia Prays.
“I imagine Christ-ones across the globe walking in the profound simplicity and brilliance of Withness. It is a journey from fear to favour, from uncertainty to the joy of the Lord’s presence.” - Peter Steicke, Incredibly Loved
“Withness has been a great way for me to slow down and start from the place of Presence. It’s not what I can do for God but what God does through me.” - Theo Dennis, Cape Town
“Reading Withness brings a sense of calm. It helps me be still and listen for the still small voice, pointing me to the Holy Spirit as my daily companion.” - Elaine Ham, Barossa Valley
“God’s measure is love, His love for us. Godly fruitfulness comes from abiding in Him, from the walk of Withness. As we walk in Withness, love grows, love overflows, love blesses others, and brings glory to the Father.” - Cheryl Vigouroux, Kangaroo Island
“I really resonated with Mike writing that the Church today is longing for more of Jesus, ‘We want Jesus. Just Jesus. No substitutes. No distractions. Just Him.’ I encourage people to read this and be open to hear God call them to be with Him in His presence every day.” - Pastor Lindsay Mayes, Andrew’s Farm Community Church
“Withness has been written for such a time as this by a person who is well qualified to share how the reality of the presence of Jesus is able to transform and empower the life of every person who desires to walk and witness for Him in the world today. As Mike says, ‘This is not a course to be completed, but an invitation into the presence of Jesus’. This book has just not captured my attention, but it has deeply impacted me.” - Rod Denton, Equipping The Next Generation
“Withness by Mike Hey so beautifully expresses God’s heart for all people to be with him, in a deep and richly formed relationship, and from that place to live for God in sharing him in our world. I have seen Mike authentically live this way for over 25 years since meeting him when I was a young adult. His love for God and to abide with him is an example to many, including myself, and how he consistently shares Jesus in both word and deed, shows how he lives out his love for God. Withness is a must read for those who desire to know God and make him known.”
- Mike Stevens, Lead Pastor, Clovercrest Baptist Church
“Withness is a timely and beautifully written invitation to live in the transforming presence of Jesus. Mike Hey weaves Scripture, story, and personal journey into a rich tapestry that draws the reader into deeper communion with God and with others. A refreshing and much-needed call to walk with Him, not just work for Him.”
- Lawrence Tong 董仕明 CEO/International Director OM International
“Withness is at the very heart of the Gospel: God with us, not us striving to reach Him. In this little book, Mike reminds us that our identity is not built on the question, ‘Who am I?’ but on the greater reality of ‘Who are we with?’ This simple but profound truth shifts leadership and discipleship from transactional activity to transformational presence. The book reflects the call to live out of God’s joy, to embody His kingdom in ordinary life, and to point people not to ourselves but to the King who is with us. I wholeheartedly commend this timely resource as a signpost to the presence of Jesus.” - Seelan Govender, CEO, OM Ships
“I gleaned a lot about what it means to be a witness and to experience the Withness of God. My walk with God and the desire for His presence increased as I intentionally and consciously positioned myself to experience the Father’s loving presence.” - Pastor Dexter Daly, Nazarene Church, Trinidad
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