by Garris Elkins | May 11, 2020 | Hope, Peace, Trust
God is all-powerful. He can change the course of human history by a glance, an upraised hand, or by simply standing up in the middle of what we would consider an impossible situation and bring an abrupt end to what afflicts us. His slightest response without a word...
by Garris Elkins | May 10, 2020 | Courage, Creativity, Discipleship, Faithfulness, Family, Fear, Future, Honor, Identity, Leadership, Mercy, Pride, Teaching, Tranistion, Trust, Wisdom
Our culture is coming to a collective emotional head in this time of isolation, especially in communities of faith. The number one issue we are all facing is fear – fear of losing control. It could be our fear that the “normal” we once knew might go away and...
by Garris Elkins | May 10, 2020 | Love, Revelation, Trust, Truth, Wisdom
I listened to an interview with a combat vet talking about his experience in war. He said, on the day of his most intense battle, everybody on both sides thought they were right. Maybe that is one of the most conflicting issues in any kind of warfare, whether in...
by Garris Elkins | May 7, 2020 | Relationships, Revelation, Trust, Truth, Wisdom
Every subject will have layers of understanding. It is wise to discern the heart of God in a matter before we make a decision or provide an answer that could negatively affect a relationship or alter the direction of our life. God’s heart on a subject...
by Garris Elkins | May 1, 2020 | Humility, Trust, Truth, Wisdom
In Psalm 86:17, David made a request of the Lord, “Send me a sign of your favor.” When opposition was coming against David from all quarters, and his circumstances were overwhelming, he knew to recognize the favor of God on His life would bring much a...
by Garris Elkins | Apr 30, 2020 | Apostle, Change, Church, Courage, Discernment, Five-Fold Ministry, Reformation, Relationships, Revelation, Teaching, Trust, Worship
Today, as one who served in pastoral ministry for many years, I want to share something with my fellow pastors, church leadership, and those who love and pray for the local church. These are unprecedented times that will require of us deeper levels of wisdom and...
