The Death of Hyperspirituality
Welcome to my prophetic podcast for January 2025. If you’ve been following my journey, you know I’m passionate about prayer, the prophetic, spiritual gifts, and God encounters. Today, we’re diving into a theme that may take some of you by surprise: hyperspirituality. Let’s pause and pray before we dig in. Father, I thank You in Jesus’ name for this opportunity to share a word that You are emphasizing in this time. Give us eyes to see, ears to hear, and hearts that are open to receive. Grant me clarity as I speak, and may this word be a seed that bears fruit [...]
Exposing the Strategies of Evil Spirits By James W. Goll
Exposing the Strategies of Evil Spirits By James W. Goll “You foolish Galatians, who has bewitched you, before whose eyes Jesus Christ was publicly portrayed as crucified? Galatians 3:1 NASV How Do Evil Spirits Deceive? A Call to Discernment In the spiritual journey of every believer, discernment is a crucial skill. We live in a time of increasing spiritual activity and, consequently, heightened spiritual deception. Evil spirits are masterful at exploiting our weaknesses and twisting the truth. As followers of Christ, we must remain vigilant and grounded in God’s Word to avoid being led astray. In this blog, I’ll explore how [...]
A View from My Chair PROPERLY DISCERNING PROPHETIC PHENOMENA
“For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12 NKJV Greetings, dear friends. I trust you’ve been blessed by our recent time together as we’ve explored some powerful and timely themes. Today, I want to take a deeper dive into the vital subject of discerning prophetic phenomena—a topic of immense importance as we navigate this season. The Need for Prophetic Discernment As I reflect on the years I’ve spent in full-time ministry—this [...]
Walking in the Light: December Word of Exhortation
Dear Friends, I’m excited to share my monthly word of exhortation for December, and it’s one that speaks directly to the heart of this season: Walking in the Light. This message is filled with encouragement and scriptural insights to help you step into the light of God’s truth, grace, and power. In this word, I share three key scriptures that illuminate what it means to walk in the light and why this is vital for us today. You'll discover: The True Light that enlightens every person (John 1:9). How walking in the light brings fellowship and cleansing (1 John 1:7). Every good [...]
Do Not Believe Every Spirit
“Beloved, do not believe spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.” I John 4:1 NASB Not all revelation comes from God, and not even all of what appears to be spiritual comes from the Holy Spirit. It is imperative to learn how to “test the spirits” in order to determine if they are serving God or the enemy.Do not be naïve! The unseen supernatural reality around us is populated with both angels and demons, and human beings are notoriously poor at telling the difference between [...]
Seven Types of Prophets
The Seven Types of Prophets: Discovering Your Prophetic Expression By James Goll Did you know there are seven distinct types of prophets, each uniquely gifted to reveal God’s heart and purposes? In this rich conversation, we dive deep into these roles, exploring their significance in the church and the world today. From the seeing prophet who receives visions and dreams to the praying prophet who intercedes with power, each expression reflects a unique facet of God’s Kingdom. Some highlights include: How the discerning prophet navigates spiritual climates with clarity. Why the teaching prophet is essential for grounding others in truth. Personal stories [...]
The Fiery Darts of the Evil One
In times like these, believers must stand firm and engage actively in their spiritual walk. The Global Prayer Storm is an initiative designed to rally Christians worldwide in unified prayer and intercession as we seek to align ourselves with God’s purposes. At God Encounters Ministries, our mission is simple: to help you encounter God in a personal and transformative way. Through our Global Prayer Storm efforts, we invite you to participate in a growing, worldwide prayer movement that meets every Wednesday at noon (central time). This prayer meeting is broadcast live on our God Encounters Facebook page and James Goll’s YouTube channel, [...]
JERUSALEM: A CITY OF DESTINY
“For Zion’s sake I will not hold My peace, and for Jerusalem’s sake I will not rest, until her righteousness goes forth as brightness, and her salvation as a lamp that burns.” Isaiah 62:1 NKJV Are you aware that there is only one city in the entire Bible that all people groups of all periods of time are commanded to pray for by name? There are many cities from the many different timelines of the writing of scriptures ‘til this day that are still in existence: Damascus, Rome, Cairo, Tyre, and other ancient cities. Psalm 122:6 states, “Pray for the peace of [...]