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It's essential to know the boundary of our calling. Stepping outside that boundary can make us vulnerable to things God did not plan for us to experience. Demons are waiting to attack those who step outside those boundaries. When Paul defended his apostolic authority,...
The phrase "the new you" has been used by health specialists, diet promoters, and plastic surgeons who promise a dramatic physical change that will transform a life. While such promises can have a positive effect, they are not new. Only our appearance changes by these...
When Jan and I pray for people who do not know the Lord, we specifically pray that the veil of their unbelief would be removed. Our prayer is simple: "Lord, make yourself known to them." When that blinding veil is removed, remarkable results have happened. Those who...
After the recent election cycle that caused great concern for some and a lack of interest in others, it is time to recalibrate our purpose as followers of Jesus Christ. Without a periodic recalibration of our faith, we will drift away from our Kingdom purpose to...
A passion for causes and issues can be a good thing if directed by the Spirit. How we handle our passion will determine if our voice is credible and trustworthy. Our credibility is compromised when we speak from a pool of emotions not yet disciplined by a fruit...
The dream I had last night was vivid and real. It was also very uncomfortable. In the dream, I was a newly hired deputy sheriff somewhere in Texas. I simply appeared on a street amid pedestrians walking on a sidewalk. In the dream, I arrived in full uniform. I...
I watched a sickening video of a man being attacked in broad daylight by two criminals who were robbing him. It was brutal and animalistic. It is upsetting that such blatant acts of violence take place. Lawlessness is on the rise. It is wise to learn how to reduce...
When you speak something that is contrary to an established opinion, an opinion assumed as an unchangeable fact, there will be opposition. When people begin to toss about their favorite proof text of Scripture or their religious lineage to support their opinion and...
The weapon of judgment aimed at you will not hit its mark when faith is present. An unexpected turn of events will leave you amazed at God's power and protection. As I was praying this morning, I saw a warrior preparing to thrust his spear into the heart of a person’s...
There’s an old hymn we should all sing the morning after election results are made known. We need to sing it to recalibrate our hearts. The hymn, “My Hope is Built on Nothing Less” reaffirms where true hope is founded. The lyrics tell us “On Christ the solid Rock, I...
Today marks the beginning of a pause in measured time. We have entered a process of change and transformation preparing us for a new season not revealed by natural observation or measurement. In the pause, it will feel like time is no longer rigid or stable like hours...
Some followers of Jesus have been taught it is less than spiritual to demand your rights as a citizen. They have been taught our faith should be disconnected from such demands. The Apostle Paul had a different opinion. While he did not preach his rights as the core of...
At the beginning of the Great Depression, my father left home. He was one of many children in his family. He left home so his parents would have enough food to feed the younger kids. He hopped trains across America looking for work. When he made any money, he would...
To properly discern the times requires that several things be present. We must be open to the voice of the Spirit and have the desire to explore a different reality outside the small box of the biased news offered to us by conventional news sources. We also need a...
For a few weeks, I’ve been processing something wondering when it was time to share it. Today, I felt it was time. I was talking with a friend who has been following the Lord for many years. He is a practical man who is not easily influenced by shallow interpretations...