by Garris Elkins | Aug 13, 2014 | Destiny, Future, Leadership, Transition, Trust
Last night, I took this picture of my office. It was time to clean it out in preparation for our upcoming transition in October. I knew this day was coming and now it is finally here. The pictures, books, notes, photos, old sermon notes and memorabilia from our 15...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 13, 2014 | Discipleship, Favor, Forgiveness, Humility, Obedience, Peace
Words have been spoken against you that in the past would have left visible wounds. But something has changed. This attack has left no evidence of any wound or scarring because you made a choice to allow God to do a deeper work in your life. Those who are lashing out...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 11, 2014 | Courage, Humility, Love, Mercy, Peace
Today, I chased a Pharisee. In the pursuit of this despicable person, I called out for others to join me in my chase. They came running willingly fists raised in rage and shouting in unison. The fervor of the pursuing crowd propelled me on. After a long and exhausting...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 10, 2014 | Culture, Forgiveness, Truth, Wisdom
There are slippery slopes on both sides of every mountain of human opinion. Be careful. Some people believe that slippery slopes exist only on the opposite side of the mountain from their current understanding of the facts. When you ask God for wisdom you are not...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 9, 2014 | Destiny, Hope, Joy, Peace
How do you process life when you come to realize your future is now shorter than your history? This obviously applies to those growing older, but it can also apply to a 20-something who sees the end of a relationship or a 50 year old who is the middle of an...
