by Garris Elkins | Apr 9, 2019 | Creativity, Destiny, Faith, Fear, Freedom, Future, Hope, Reformation, Restoration
My daughter, Anna, lives in a loft apartment. It is a classy and hip place with a clawfoot tub, skylights, and unique furnishings. It is decorated as only an artist and poet could decorate a living space. When Anna was creating the loft she found an old barn that was...
by Garris Elkins | Apr 8, 2019 | Courage, Discipleship, Discipline, Eternity, Fear, Freedom, Holy Spirit, Obedience, Reconciliation, repentance. hope future, Spiritual Warfare, Truth, Wisdom, Worship
The phrase uttered by Jesus “Get behind me, Satan!” was spoken in response to a comment made by Peter in a moment of bravado. The rebuke took place when Peter tried to interfere with Jesus going to Jerusalem to encounter the Cross. Jesus had just told His disciples He...
by Garris Elkins | Apr 7, 2019 | Creativity, Dreams, Freedom, Future, Hope, Humility, Integrity, Love, Obedience, Promotion
When you walk down a city street and hear the sound of street music walk over and drop a few dollars into a musician’s hat. Buy art from young artists at outdoor markets. Affirm emerging prophets letting them know what their word meant to you. You will never know if...
by Garris Elkins | Apr 7, 2019 | Change, Five-Fold Ministry, Leadership, Revelation, Wisdom
Once you realize a change is needed, you are usually a bit late. But don’t worry if you think you have missed an opportunity. God knows how to accelerate things to bring your transition up to speed and in line with his plan. There are times in each transition...
by Garris Elkins | Apr 6, 2019 | Apostle, Church, Discipleship, Evangelism, Fathers, Five-Fold Ministry, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Kingdom of God, Ministry, Miracles, Reformation, Restoration, Spiritual Warfare
Today, in the early morning hours at precisely 5:23 a.m., I heard the phrase “Angel of Nations.” I looked toward the front door of our living room and sensed a presence. I knew an angelic visitation was taking place. I could sense, but not see, the angel....
