by Garris Elkins | Aug 11, 2014 | Courage, Humility, Love, Mercy, Peace
Today, I chased a Pharisee. In the pursuit of this despicable person, I called out for others to join me in my chase. They came running willingly fists raised in rage and shouting in unison. The fervor of the pursuing crowd propelled me on. After a long and exhausting...
by Garris Elkins | Aug 8, 2014 | Humility, Leadership, Love, Obedience, Peace
Don’t allow another person’s bewilderment to become your reality. Just because someone cannot understand your choices doesn’t mean you can allow their misunderstanding to hinder you from moving forward. There are times when love requires that you leave some...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 30, 2014 | Discipline, Faithfulness, Love, Wisdom
Some of the goodness you are now experiencing can be traced back to a single decision someone made years ago not to compromise. Someone made a decision to believe for more and that choice has become a blessing in your life. God began to position His promise...
by Garris Elkins | Jul 2, 2014 | Forgiveness, Freedom, Joy, Love, Trust
You are being forced to love in a way that makes you feel uncomfortable. Demanding fingers are pointing to a narrow and shallow definition of love that demands you walk only upon the steeping stones of their limited understanding. The most powerful form of love...
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...
by Garris Elkins | Jun 24, 2014 | Faith, Hope, Love, Miracles, Prayer, Trust
Years ago you requested something from God. In a moment of belief you made a request. Over time you forgot what you asked for and simply moved on with life. God has not forgotten your prayer. His faithfulness never diminished over time like your memory....
