How to Properly Steward Prophecy
Much has been said in recent weeks regarding prophecy and its accuracy in the body of Christ. My intention in this article is not to call into question any particular prophetic word given or its interpretation or application—but rather it is to give solid scriptural principles by which we can grow and mature in stewarding prophetic revelation, interpretation and application moving forward. Years ago, when I was in Kansas City with Mike Bickle and others, Bill Hamon (a mature prophet who is the founder of an extensive ministry called Christian International) taught us about the meaning and importance of these three basic [...]
Wisdom: What the Body of Christ Needs in This Hour
In a season of increased tensions, heightened emotions and political turmoil, the prophetic movement and the body of Christ at large needs to exercise wisdom. Wisdom: What the Prophetic Movement Needs in this Pivotal Hour The Spirit of Wisdom is one of the seven Spirits of God as wisdom is one of the primary qualities or characteristics of God’s Holy Spirit. He is wisdom personified, and “God has united you with Christ Jesus. For our benefit God made him to be wisdom itself ” (1 Cor. 1:30, NLT). To exist above the turmoil in the days in which we live, increased wisdom is needed [...]
The Power of Prophetic Intercession
While the term is not found anywhere in the pages of scripture, “prophetic intercession” is powerful because it allows you to lean into the heart of God and then pray His heart back to Him in accordance with His will. Finding Words for Scriptural Principles As far as I know, airplanes are not in the Bible. School buses and bicycles are not mentioned, either. The book of Leviticus does not say anything pro or con about contact lenses or television. The term “trinity” is not found anywhere in the Bible. Were you aware of that? “God in Three Persons, Blessed Trinity.” It’s in [...]
Holy Spirit, You Are Welcome Here!
It is vital to welcome the Holy Spirit into your every day life! He is the One who connects us to heaven. Without Him, not even Jesus could have known what the Father wanted Him to say or to do. (See John 5:19.) Oh, how I love the Holy Spirit! He makes Jesus real! He makes the Father enjoyable! I roll out the red carpet to this precious Dove of God every day. I say, “Holy Spirit, You are welcome here!” In fact, pause, and declare this right now along with me. “Holy Spirit, You are so desperately needed and You are [...]
How the Holy Spirit Moves – Bringing Order Out of Chaos
In order to understand how the Holy Spirit moves, you must first learn what He loves and how he operates. The Holy Spirit loves messes. Bringing order into chaos is His nature. It doesn't matter if the chaos is in your nation, your personal life, politics, or your family. God brings order to chaos. How do I know? At creation, as the Holy Spirit was lingering over the formless nothingness, God spoke into being the world as we know it. “The earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved [...]
The Stand – ACPE Prophetic Word for 2021 & Beyond
The Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders was convened 22 years ago under the leadership of C. Peter Wagner and steered by Cindy Jacobs of Generals International. For years, this council has met together to seek the face of God for a collective word of the Lord for the coming year(s) for the body of Christ, the United States, and the nations of the earth. This is one of many prophetic roundtables that exist. This relationally-based council joins the generations, represents various ethnic backgrounds and includes a wide diversity of those with a prophetic gifting: mature prophets, seers, prophetic intercessors, and men and [...]
Finishing the Year Well Together!
I am honored to be one of the influencers in your life in Christ Jesus. At God Encounters Ministries, we are so grateful you chose to sow your time and finances into our global field of endeavors. Thank you so much! These words of thanks cannot even begin to express the depth of my heart and gratitude. God Encounters Ministries (GEM) began as Ministry to the Nations over 30 years ago by James and Michal Ann Goll. The vision of GEM is to equip the Body of Christ to be effective disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ in prayer, the prophetic, and [...]
When God Draws Near, Everything Changes!
When God draws near, everything changes! Your agenda changes. your program changes. Your opinion changes. And most importantly, your heart changes. When God draws near, your hunger and quest for greater intimacy with God is forever changed! You desperately need God's manifest presence. Do you desire His presence more than anything else is this life? It is often stated that His presence with you is His greatest present to you! In this season of giving and receiving of gifts, I can shout a loud “Amen” to that statement! “Here’s the one thing I crave from Yahweh, the one thing I seek above all else: [...]