This is not a criticism of the many wonderful churches, ministries, and organizations doing extraordinary work around the world. I thank God for them. Nor am I opposed to growth, influence, good administration, funding, or the opportunities that can accompany them. But for me personally, I have always carried a caution about what I call […]
There are encounters with God from which we should not expect to walk away the same, or unchanged. Sometimes we enter asking God to change our circumstances, only to discover that He wants to change us. We come carrying our strength. Our experience. Our opinions. Our assumptions. Our accomplishments. Our wounds. Our disappointments. Our understanding […]
The Kingdom of God is built on relationships, first with God, then with others. Relationships define our destinies, and the depth of those relationships determines the degree of influence we carry. Some people seek credibility simply by association. But true credibility is not something you can borrow—it is something you build. It only comes through […]
Below is an extrapolation of three articles that I’ve written, published and posted dating back to 2009, 2010, 2023: “Everything That Can Be Shaken Is Being Shaken” “The Whole Earth is Groaning” “The Nations Rage” In retrospect, it is a reminder to take review of how the Lord has been preparing and warning us to stay […]
I first heard the word reviresco at a luncheon recognizing volunteerism in Texas. I had been appointed by the Governor of the State to serve on the board of a foundation that was hosting the luncheon. As the speaker explained the word’s meaning, the Lord began to show me some biblical parallels and, therefore, it […]
Every individual and leader eventually encounters a moment that clarifies who, or what truly governs their life. These moments are not always dramatic. Often they arrive quietly, exposing misalignment between conviction and conduct. Scripture refers to such moments as crossings. Among them, the instructive lessons we can learn from the crossing of the Jordan River. […]
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 […]
