SPRINGFIELD, Missouri – “The Real You – Discover the Person God Made You To Be” by Dr. Darla Rakes, Evangel University’s ambassador to students and donors, is now available. The book is published by Fedd Books and offered via Kindle, audio book, and print pre-order on Amazon.
In “The Real You,” Rakes guides the reader through the complexities of identity shaped by history, culture, and one’s own mind and shares from her personal journey of spiritual transformation. Rooted in biblical narratives, “The Real You” poses the question, “When everything is stripped away, who are you, really?”
Rakes, and her husband, Dr. Mike Rakes, Evangel University president, have served the university since 2021.
She is a sought-after speaker, an Assemblies of God ordained minister, and a distinguished voice among ministry leadership networks with nearly four decades of experience in pastoral leadership and theological research.
Rakes holds a Doctor of Ministry from the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary, Evangel’s embedded seminary, a Master in Ministerial Leadership from Southeastern University, a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, and an Associate of Arts degree from Missouri State University. She has also completed graduate work at Oral Roberts University.
All proceeds from the sale of the book will go to support Evangel University.
To learn more about Darla Rakes, visit mikerakes.com/darla.
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Evangel University, with its embedded Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), is a comprehensive Spirit-led Christian university located in Springfield, Missouri. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Under the leadership of Dr. Mike Rakes, EU is committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to serve the Church and society globally and becoming compassionate innovators in their chosen vocations. EU offers more than 70 degree programs, including cutting-edge majors, pre-professional programs, and affordable and flexible online degree options.
EU is highly regarded and has been ranked:
- #1 Best College in Springfield & #2 Best Christian College in Missouri by Niche
- US News & World Report Best Colleges Top Performer in Social Mobility
- Colleges of Distinction Best Christian University
- Top 10 Best Universities by AcademicInfluence.com
- Third Most Beautiful Campus in the Midwest by Christian Colleges & Universities
- Top 10 Best Colleges in Missouri by BestColleges.com
With additional accreditations in business, counseling, music, social work, and theology and certification as an Excellence in Giving university, EU is focused on providing students with hands-on experience and real-world training for today’s professional careers. Learn more about the university at evangel.edu.