John 17:22-23 Father …I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one— I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then...Read More
I have had the privilege of being a part of the Vineyard movement of churches since it began in the early 80s. I was recently reading a small volume that chronicled those early days of humble be...Read More
It seems almost impossible to believe but it is true! Jesus longs to release the full power of His life and ministry through us! John 15:7-8 If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whate...Read More
Pray in the Spirit – on all occasion – with all kinds of prayers –for all the Lord’s people. Ephesians 6:18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. ...Read More
This is a small excerpt from many such reports during the revival in Wales in the mid-19th century: “The churches of four counties held a day of prayer, and from then on the prayer meetings experien...Read More
These words of Jesus are very powerful in their meaning and weight in our lives. Jesus speaks them to His disciples in Luke chapter 18. Take a moment to read them again, and say them out loud and ...Read More
Luke 24:49 “I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” Jesus description of the promise of Pentecost is prefigu...Read More
Psalm 60:3-5 You have shown your people desperate times; you have given us wine that makes us stagger. 4 But for those who fear you, you have raised a banner to be unfurled against the bow. 5 Save us ...Read More
I recently had a vision. I have only had a few of these in my Christian life and this one was both simple and dramatic. It was early in the morning and as I gazed out the window at the grey overcast...Read More
Matthew 9:36-38 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful...Read More
Acts 2:17 “…Your old men will dream dreams.” The sky was dark with clouds. I was standing on a grassy plain in the dim light of what felt like a descent into night. When I realized that a la...Read More
My wife and I have a wonderful relationship. We know one another’s habits, emotions, desires and character. Is it possible to know God in that way? I believe that it is, in fact I believe that...Read More
Matthew 5:6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. This passage, at the heart of the Beatitudes, is commonly quoted in Christian circles. Yet, I believe ...Read More
Creating a Hotspot for Revival What is a Hotspot? As we study the history of revival we see that God uses the few to influence the many. When we look at the bible heroes who stood up and prayed an...Read More
Here are three keys to inviting revival in your life, in your church, and in our nation. 1. Humility! In Luke Chapter 18, we have the parable of the Pharisee and the Sinner in prayer. This is Jesus co...Read More
Keep it Simple and Focused. This may require you to remember that prayer and intimacy with God is essential for life and ministry. Settle the issue that this is as important as eating and sleeping a...Read More
There are those people whom you really want to be around and there are those people whom it is a burden to share time with. Jesus Christ is someone I always want to be with. The great joy and amaz...Read More
I was just speaking with a young pastor friend whose sister was in the concert at the Las Vegas massacre. To see his tears as he recounted some of terror and trauma that his sister expressed to him ...Read More
Recently I encountered messages on this topic, Lord, teach us to pray, from two different sources and from two different generations. First, I was reading a volume by Andrew Murray. Andrew was a p...Read More
It is not the size of a crowd that starts revival. It is the presence of just one person that brings about a revival. Whatever the size of the gathering it is the presence of God that will ultimat...Read More