by Garris Elkins | Sep 8, 2014 | Faith, Forgiveness, Hope, Identity, Intimacy, Joy, Prayer, Trust
As a young man, I heard Richard Wurmbrand speak. I sat in awe as I listened to his testimony. Richard was held captive in horrible prison conditions in Romania because of his faith during the time of Communist rule. He was separated from his wife and...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 26, 2014 | Dreams, Eternity, Faith, Freedom, Joy, Kingdom of God, Miracles
There is a roof over your head. This is not like the roof of your physical home, but one constructed by your attempts to cover and protect yourself from the sorrows of life. You have forgotten that you walk under open heavens. The realms above you were...
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 9, 2014 | Destiny, Hope, Joy, Peace
How do you process life when you come to realize your future is now shorter than your history? This obviously applies to those growing older, but it can also apply to a 20-something who sees the end of a relationship or a 50 year old who is the middle of an...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 17, 2014 | Joy, Obedience, Repentance, Trust, Truth
You keep laughing because you are afraid that if you stop the tears will begin to flow. When people look at you they are not able to see the sadness in your heart behind the mask of laughter. You will not be able to hide the true emotion of your heart forever. In...
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...
