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Dear Friends and Ministry Partners, Hello Friends! This is James Goll with God Encounters Ministries, bringing you the monthly word of exhortation for April: The BATTLE of the Mouth: Praise or Perturbed.  What we speak shapes our atmosphere. We can either choose to praise and uplift or allow frustration and negativity to take over. This is a crucial battle, and I want to share insights from scripture and personal experience on how we can overcome through the power of praise. In this month's Word of Exhortation, we’ll explore: The Battle of the Mouth Our words have power. We either speak life [...]

Dear Friends and Ministry Partners, I greet you in the matchless name of Jesus, believing for a fresh outpouring of His Spirit in your life! As I recently shared on the Global Prayer Storm podcast, we are living in a time when the cry for true, authentic revival must rise once again. This is not about another wave of renewal—it is about a sovereign move of God that shakes the nations, purifies His Church, and prepares the Bride for His return! The Word declares in Habakkuk 3:2, "O Lord, revive Your work in the midst of the years! In the midst of the years make it known; [...]

I come to you today with a heavy heart. I am compelled to address the heartbreaking revelations surrounding the recent investigation into Mike Bickle. As someone who was once part of the Kansas City community, I want to share my own reflections and grief, acknowledge the pain of those who have been wounded, and offer a sincere apology to anyone affected. The verses in 2 Samuel 1—"How are the mighty fallen"—keep coming to mind in this season. We must lament for what has come to light. Yet, even in sorrow, I believe God calls us to a path of [...]

We are at a significant moment in history—a Turning Point where endings give birth to new beginnings. The Lord is moving in ways we may not have expected, speaking in whispers rather than in loud displays, calling us into humility and worship. As we step into this new season, we are entering a time of purification and revival. Psalm 24 reminds us that before ascending to higher places, we must embrace purification. The Hebrew year 5785 signals a shift toward a Psalm 24 Revival, where God is preparing His people for what is ahead. The Holy Spirit is also [...]