In the Old Testament, the word El means “God” and Bethel means “House of God.” Genesis 31:13a says, “I am the God of Bethel, where you anointed the pillar, where you vowed a vow to Me.” God was speaking to Jacob, who later became Israel, about the place he named “Bethel” after God revealed Himself […]
Updated and modified as an article taken from “It’s Time To Cross The Jordan” Quotes from the original publishing: “I pray your book will help those who are stuck between Egypt and the promised land to find escape and entrance. This book challenges and is ministering life. Press on!” – Leonard Ravenhill (18 June 1907 […]
Written by Doug Stringer during America Reads the Bible, held April 18-25 in Washington D.C. In a time marked by noise, division, and uncertainty, something profoundly simple—and deeply powerful—is taking place in our nation’s capital. As part of America Reads the Bible (April 18-25), nearly 500 voices have gathered in Washington, D.C., with a singular […]
In a world obsessed with platforms, titles, and perceived influence, we must remember: God is not impressed with our position; He is drawn to our posture. It is not where we sit, stand, or speak that determines our effectiveness—but how we bow in humility, how we listen to His Spirit, and how we live when […]
Originally I wrote and published this as part of a national special edition for The Washington Times at the end of 2015, but I realize today, in 2026, that call is even more urgent. Our world has only grown more unstable, our institutions more fragile, and our need for divine intervention more evident. In the […]
On the morning of April 12, 2026, I was drawn to re-read the books of Zephaniah and Joel. They are two of the books of the Bible that I’ve used in previous writings and articles over the years as lessons to glean from regarding Awakening, In particular the all three chapters of Zephaniah really provoked […]
The Finished and Victorious Work of the Cross During Passover, Passion Week, and Resurrection Weekend, millions pause to reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus Christ. Yet for many, this sacred season has been reduced to cultural tradition like Easter eggs, celebrations, and commercial distractions. For believers, however, this moment calls us back to something far […]
A Three-Part Holy Week Series PART 3: FROM DELIVERANCE TO NEW LIFE Passover celebrates freedom from slavery. Resurrection declares freedom from death itself. After the sorrow of the Cross came silence — a Sabbath pause between promise and fulfillment. Then, everything changed. The tomb was empty. The Resurrection is God’s confirmation that the sacrifice was […]
