by Garris Elkins | Jul 13, 2017 | Hope, Joy, Prayer, Prophecy, Teaching, Worship
Have you ever started to sing the opening lines of an old song but forget the rest of the lyrics? You sounded great singing the first few words then mumbled the remainder of the chorus hoping you might recall the lyrics. I just did that with an old 60’s song. As I was...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 13, 2017 | Prophecy, Revelation, Trust, Word
I have sensed the presence of darkness trying to push believers to a place of disillusionment and despair. The rapid changes taking place in faith and culture have caused some to feel worn down to a place of spiritual thinness. Trusted voices have abandoned positions...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 12, 2017 | Courage, Culture, Five-fold, Future, Kingdom of God, Leadership, Promise, Relationships, Spiritual Warfare, Teaching, Transition
There are times when I am asked to help churches make transitions in pastoral leadership. When meeting with the primary leadership team of a church in transition, I will three questions. 1. What kind of church do you have? I ask people to describe the relational...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 10, 2017 | Change, Courage, Creativity, Holy Spirit, Transition, Truth, Wisdom
The answer to life’s most complicated issues is normally found in a place of simplicity. This simplicity is available even if you live in the midst of a cluttered calendar or find yourself in a time of life where the demands placed on you by other people feels like...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 9, 2017 | Courage, Discipleship, Family, Fear, Freedom, Joy, Peace, Pride, Relationships
Earlier this week, Jan and I had dinner with friends at a nice restaurant. Shortly after being seated, a young family sat at the table next to us with three young kids. Our child-rearing years took place decades ago. We smiled as the parents tried to herd cats and eat...
