by Garris Elkins | May 25, 2026 | Prophetic
Needing “Just one more thing” is constantly advertised to us, like it was for those who were following Ponce de León in search of the Fountain of Youth. I am reminded of King Solomon’s writings: “Enjoy what you have rather than desiring what you don’t have. Just...
by Garris Elkins | May 22, 2026 | Prophetic
A man I had come to know assumed the primary leadership role in a large international church organization. His appointment was a good fit and made sense. His respected life and ministry were well known across many denominations and church movements...
by Garris Elkins | May 21, 2026 | Prophetic
As young church planters, Jan and I knew very little about what it actually meant to plant a church. We had a calling and a measure of faith—and that was all. When we entered the ministry, few resources were available for church planting. I think our early...
by Garris Elkins | May 20, 2026 | Prophetic
If all the prophecies we hear and are willing to accept sound like a message of unicorns and rainbows without any warnings, we are not hearing the full counsel of God. His prophetic warnings are acts of love. His warnings will lead to the release of His mercy. His...
by Garris Elkins | May 19, 2026 | Prophetic
A month ago, I clearly heard the Lord give me direction that I did not expect. If I didn’t know the voice of the Lord, I might have questioned or resisted. However, I did ask Him to confirm what He spoke to me. I asked Him to tell Jan, my most trusted voice and...
by Garris Elkins | May 18, 2026 | Prophetic
Jeremiah gets a bad rap for being too tough on sin. He speaks with clarity about the oppressive consequences of sin, yet also about God’s mercy. Jeremiah wrote in the book of Lamentations, “Her oppressors have become her masters” (Lamentations 1:5). He described...
