by Garris Elkins | May 18, 2017 | Change, Fear, Hope
Someone asked me, “Do you ever bring correction with your prophetic ministry?” I said, “Yes, I correct with words of hope.” Over the years, I have become convinced the introduction of hope into a place of human brokenness is the most powerful influencing factor we...
by Garris Elkins | May 1, 2017 | Apostle, Change, Five-Fold Ministry, Reformation, Revival
Every morning, I walk with my dog out of our dark bedroom through the kitchen in route to the living room where I spend my morning writing. On my way to the living room, I stop long enough to start the coffee maker and feed the dog. I then turn out the kitchen light...
by Garris Elkins | Apr 13, 2017 | Change, Courage, Creativity, Discipleship, Freedom
Here are some painful realities about life that each of us must come to realize if we are to grow spiritually. Finding the perfect spouse will not bring you peace or happiness. Having children will not heal a broken marriage. Electing your favorite politician...
by Garris Elkins | Apr 4, 2017 | Change, Dreams, Freedom, Healing, Humility, Mercy, Obedience, Peace, Promise, Provision, Restoration
It was a simple word. The Lord said, “I am restoring derailed lives.” A derailed life is like a derailed train. A train can run off the tracks and crash if something is wrong with the tracks. In order to continue the journey, the tracks will need to be...
by Garris Elkins | Mar 21, 2017 | Change, Courage, Dreams, Faith, Future, Healing, Hope, Identity, Redemption, Restoration, Wisdom
One of the things that will come and visit my life from time-to-time are the memories of my youth. The young Garris will come and talk with the older me. Some of these experiences are a blend of the bitter and the sweet. One such visit took place this morning when I...
by Garris Elkins | Mar 6, 2017 | Change, Courage, Destiny, Faith, Identity, Leadership, Ministry, Peace, Provision, Revelation, Transition, Trust
Some of you will be asked by God to try something new, something you have never done before. You have no experience in this new place of faith. You will bring to the challenge more than you realize. Apart from flag and touch football games during recess at school, I...
