by Garris Elkins | Feb 8, 2020 | Prophecy, Prophetic, Revelation, Word
A prophetic ministry requires two elements if it is to remain healthy and endure over time. It requires revelation and an environment. Some good people put out word after word without considering the environment where a prophecy has the best chance to live and thrive...
by Garris Elkins | Feb 5, 2020 | Prophetic
Historically, the most culture-shaping moves of God took place when the Church was marginalized and without a position of influence in secular culture. China and Iran are currently experiencing two of the greatest revivals in modern times. Both of those oppressive...
by Garris Elkins | Feb 3, 2020 | Discernment, Discipleship, Discipline, Holy Spirit, Prayer, Prophecy, Prophetic, Revelation
A prophecy was delivered by the late Bob Jones, noting that when the Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl, it will mark the beginning of a revival. For some, prophetic words spark a negative knee-jerk response. No matter how accurate a prophet might be, there will...
by Garris Elkins | Jan 29, 2020 | Five-fold, Five-Fold Ministry, Ministry, Prophecy, Prophetic
There are times, especially when we are new to the things of the Spirit, that we try to find “our gift.” At those early stages, there is nothing wrong with that pursuit. A problem can emerge later on when we become overly focused and enamored with our particular gift...
by Garris Elkins | Jan 8, 2020 | Discernment, Discipleship, Discipline, Faithfulness, Future, Integrity, Leadership, Prophecy, Prophetic, Restoration, Revelation, Spiritual Warfare, Teaching, Truth, Wisdom
If we create a message hoping our audience will accept what we share, and if acceptance becomes our primary motivation, we will eventually compromise truth to hold onto our audience. At some point, we have all been guilty of this transgression. Humility, honesty, and...
by Garris Elkins | Dec 19, 2019 | Freedom, Future, Prophecy, Prophetic, Revelation
For years, I have been hiking a section of trails above our home and today, I noticed a new sign. It was just put in place by those who manage the trail system. As soon as I snapped a picture, the Lord impressed on me, the sign was a metaphor for something He wanted...
