by Garris Elkins | Sep 26, 2016 | Destiny, Dreams, Family, Forgivenss, Future, Hope, Identity, Integrity, Marriage, Obedience, Promise, Relationships
Removing an archaeological artifact from its original context removes it from its place in history. Archaeologists cringe when someone walks into a museum with a newly discovered piece of history hastily dug up from their latest backyard project. In doing so they...
by Garris Elkins | Sep 25, 2016 | Obedience, Trust, Vision.
Yesterday, Jan and I stopped to visit Silver Falls State Park outside of Salem, Oregon. We had been on the road for a few days so stopping to stretch our legs and take a hike was a great decision. We walked along a well-marked trail that bordered a steep canyon...
by Garris Elkins | Sep 24, 2016 | Future, Peace, Revelation, Vision.
“Then the Lord answered me and said: ‘Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, that he may run who reads it.’” Habakkuk 2:2 I used to think the words of Habakkuk were about simplicity. I am sure it can be interpreted that way, but today I see it more from the...
by Garris Elkins | Sep 23, 2016 | Church, Courage, Discipleship, Discipline, Faith, Leadership, Relationships, Sacrifice
Jan and I were invited to lunch by our friends, Tim and April Matteson who live in Reno, Nevada. They wanted us to meet Graham Cooke. At lunch we talked about many things. One story really stuck in my mind. When Graham is in his hometown each day he frequents a local...
by Garris Elkins | Sep 22, 2016 | Change, Culture, Destiny, Five-Fold Ministry, Gifts, Honor, Power, Prophecy, Reconciliation
We are at a critical juncture in our national history. In these uneasy times knowing what motivates our response to the turmoil that is taking place will be an important discovery to make. Review your thoughts and actions to see if you are living with the mindset of...
