The way forward that leads to sanity and wholeness is many times hidden behind the diversions we are told to believe as the absolute truth of a matter, diversions that demand our acceptance without further inquiry.
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LEAVING THE FLATLANDS
This morning, the Lord spoke a word of instruction that would be applicable to all of us who call ourselves followers of Jesus Christ. The word was spoken like a whisper. I would have missed the word had its content not had an image attached. In the image,...
CONTAGION
When fear begins to sweep across a nation, we must stop to assess what is forming our fearful thoughts and then reorder our minds to fear only God and nothing else. None of us will always know what is going on in our world all the time but when the obvious begins to...
“Walking in Circles and Thanking Jesus” by Garris Elkins
When I was a young pastor-in-training the church I was part of was Faith Center in Eugene, Oregon,. This wonderful church took a step of faith with me and let me try my hand at counseling people. I was so green and yet there I was - in a real office sitting across the...
“Sharpening the Thorns on Jesus’ Crown” by Garris Elkins
I have a friend who is a really good artist. Kevin has created sculptures that are so life-like that they capture not only the posture of a person, but their very essence. Yesterday, Kevin brought me something. I was out of town so the gift was put in my office...
My book has arrived…
"Prayers from the Throne of God" is now available at Amazon.com. Jack Hayford wrote a very gracious forward. I hope it is a blessing to you....
“The Jesus-Journey” by Garris Elkins
Someone asked me if I preached, “Jesus crucified.” I answered, “Yes, I preach Him crucified, but I also preach Him as the resurrected Lord and the enthroned King.”The cross and the tomb are empty, but His throne is now occupied. Sometimes the Church can park at a...
“Defining the Blessing” by Garris Elkins
In the life of each believer there are times when it is obvious that the favor of God is resting upon our lives. In these times of visible favor we will see doors open and access granted that previously had not taken place. I am in one of those seasons. As I see God's...
“Marriage Communion” by Garris Elkins
For several months, Jan and I have been taking communion together each morning. Something very powerful, and yet subtle, is taking place. Like many couples, Jan and I have tried to find that place where we can come together spiritually each day. I think we have found...
“Moving Our Tent Pegs” by Garris Elkins
Recently, the Lord spoke to my heart and said, This is a time for expansion.I am about to move My people into a new experience with My presence.I need them to be mobile and ready to move with Me. The tent of My presence is expanding. Pull up thetent pegs that lie...
“Publishing My First Book” by Garris Elkins
Yesterday, I sent a book manuscript to my editor - Anna Elkins, my daughter. Anna will do the final copy edit in preparation of publication. While it is easy to give a manuscript to your daughter (she loves her dad), the reality is that submitting something for a...
“Who Do You Say I Am?” by Garris Elkins
We are at the beginning of an outpouring of God's presence that insightful voices are defining as the Third Great Awakening. This is an outpouring that will require us to be specific in our faith if we are to move in concert with the Holy Spirit. Heaven is waiting for...
“Don’t Be Caught Using ‘That Word’ in Public” by Garris Elkins
I've noticed that some people get upset over certain words. I'm not talking about coarse vocabulary or cuss words, but words that trigger an emotional kind of anger. These words can be political, religious or cultural. Recently, a radio talk show host told people to...
“The Open Heavens Above Us” by Garris Elkins
In some circles of the Church-world people talk about open heavens. These open heavens are where God is visiting earth in a visible way and the things of heaven are falling in their midst, like healing, deliverance and supernatural encounters. I like to hear stories...
“Something is Missing in Missional” by Garris Elkins
I recently posted the following on my Facebook wall: "Missional" is a buzz word in church leadership circles. According to the Book of Acts, is it possible to be 'missional' without a visible demonstration of God's supernatural signs and wonders?” I asked this...