by Garris Elkins | Sep 5, 2014 | Change, Culture, Destiny, Holy Spirit, Truth
There never were any “good old days” for some people. If you were a person of color the good old days had sunset laws that would not allow you to be out after dark. If you were a woman you took your calling and went to the back of the line while a...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 29, 2014 | Change, Courage, Culture, Honor, Identity, Kingdom of God, Spiritual Warfare
Many people have no idea what it means to live in a state of terror on a daily basis. Those in the war torn nations of the Middle East understand terror. A rape victim understands terror. Soldiers and police officers and those who put themselves in harms way...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 25, 2014 | Change, Hope, Joy, Love
Your recent interaction with God has caused you to start applauding His goodness. When God’s goodness was poured out on your life in a visible way others joined you in your celebration. Like a polite applause following a natural performance, people gradually...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 20, 2014 | Change, Destiny, Eternity, Family, Favor, Future, Healing
The book of your life contains more than one chapter. You have been looking at recent events like they are the whole story of your life. They aren’t. These events are only a single chapter in a developing story. There is more to be written about your life....
by Garris Elkins | Jul 22, 2014 | Change, Faith, Holy Spirit, Honor, Kingdom of God, Obedience, Peace, Trust
Put down the religious talking points. Someone else crafted these words and handed them to you. Now they are demanding that you speak them if you want to belong to the group. These are not your words, nor do they express the heart of God. It is right for you...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 18, 2014 | Change, Discipline, Faith, Honor, Trust
Your life resembles a dancer poised and ready to perform. You have prayed and prepared for this moment. You have taken your mark on stage. You are waiting for the music of a new season to begin so you can start dancing. There has been a great deal of...
