by Garris Elkins | Aug 21, 2014 | Discipline, Forgiveness, Honor, Obedience, Truth
I had a conversation with a man who let me know he did not agree with me on a particular point of theology. He went on to say that he and his group were like the Bereans in the Book of Acts who searched the scriptures to see if people like me taught the truth....
by Garris Elkins | Aug 3, 2014 | Courage, Gifts, God, Honor, Obedience, Trust
Just before you respond to a question there is always a pause. This is where you collect your thoughts to develop your answer. You can tell if the Spirit of God or the spirit of fear is in control based on what takes place in the pause. One kind of pause is...
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...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 8, 2014 | Faith, Honor, Joy, Kingdom, Mercy, Power, Prayer
When the great artists of history created magnificent sculptures they all began their creation with a single chisel strike. As these artisans worked they were motivated by an image they desired the stone to reveal. Your words are like a chisel that will create a...
by Garris Elkins | Jun 30, 2014 | Faith, Honor, Love, Miracles, Power, Trust
You have been shopping at the spiritual sale rack. You have not believed there is more for you. God has called you to an extravagance of faith that to some people will appear outlandish. Don’t allow people with meager mindsets to be your spiritual fashion...
