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1. 5 Big Mistakes Emerging Prophets Make ...

... ir gift as teenagers. Over the past nearly 20 years, I've discovered five big mistakes emerging prophets make. Check out the video to listen in.  ...

Created on 26 April 2018

2. Be Careful Not to Fall Into One of Israel's Saddest Mistakes ...

Throughout the Bible there are many places where, as believers, we read the text and immediately grieve in our hearts. One of the saddest dialogs is found in the book of Exodus, yet this same dialog takes ...

Created on 11 January 2018

3. Turning Your Costly Mistake Into Something Great

... oint, too. The Value of a Lesson Learned As we have all experienced, the mistakes, failures and wrong turns we make in life are costly in all kinds of ways. Some cost precious time. Others result in th ...

Created on 28 November 2017

4. Blunder Up

Although God never makes mistakes, the rest of us can and do. Many of us frequently admit, "We all make mistakes." And we say, "To err is human" and "If you're not making mistakes, then you aren't doing anyth ...

Created on 02 November 2017

5. Why Your Willpower Will Never Be Enough to Accomplish Your Dreams

We are told that we are the author of our own life story. "So make it a good one," they say. We are told that our children are blank slates, and we as parents write on their hearts through our parenting ...

Created on 04 May 2017

6. This Heart-Wrecking Revelation Makes You Unshakable in Life's Storms

Life can sneak up on us with shakings that leave us scared stiff, or at the very least, overwhelmed. Pressures swell to deafening levels with all the storms and stresses of life. Bills rise. Bodies break. ...

Created on 01 May 2017

7. This Prevalent Lie Feeds the Stronghold of Rejection

This place was my favorite place. The old house that told many stories through all its creaks, secret doors and peeling layers of wallpaper. A little bit scary, but mostly awesome. I'm affected by the ...

Created on 13 April 2017

8. God Forgives Mistakes; So Should Leaders ...

It's a mistake for leaders to focus on the mistakes of their teams. At one time or another, we all work for a mistake hound. There can be 20 points of progress made in a day, but the nose of the hound wil ...

Created on 12 April 2017

9. Strategically Strengthening Your Spirit in the Middle of Maddening Chaos

David, the great Old Testament figure, was no stranger to discouragement, fatigue, fear, confusion, doubt, bad decisions and second chances. Like refreshing rain on parched ground, his raw humanity, disarming ...

Created on 20 January 2017

10. Plunging Into Vibrant, Heart-Transforming Intimacy With Holy Spirit

It's that time of year. Gyms will be packed. Fitness classes will overflow. Partially completed projects will be dusted off in a renewed attempt at completion, because on Jan. 1, all things seem possible. ...

Created on 05 January 2017

11. Putting Practical Feet to Your End-of-Winter Dreams

I love the winding down of another year. Spring is the time when you think of for new beginnings and fresh starts, but for me, winter is the time for dreams. Winter is the time to curl up with a comfy ...

Created on 30 December 2016

12. The Urgent Care Your Soul Needs to Restore Your Peace

Don't you wish there were urgent care facility for weary souls we could check in to now and then? I can just picture the staff at the triage center going through the checklist: Busyness? Fatigue? Family ...

Created on 24 November 2016

13. Redeeming Your Ugliest Moments Through Holy Spirit's Power

My fists clenched; my face scrunched and turned hot. Then noise like the screech of an old radio burst from my mouth: "You will eat those beans! You will eat them right now!" I uncurled one tight fist ...

Created on 18 November 2016

14. Using Your Circumstances Strategically to Prepare for God's Call

When Spirit-filled men and women talk about achieving their destiny, what they often have in mind is stepping into a desired "office."  While some might see it differently, I'd define an "office" as an ...

Created on 10 November 2016

15. What 'Acts of God' Are—And What They're Not

Acts of God, what are they? We are accustomed to hearing the local newscaster declare a natural disaster as an act of God. But is it really? Is that an accurate forecast? When society no longer believes ...

Created on 04 November 2016

16. Why You're Not a Slave to Your Upbringing

Editor's Note: Charisma Media does not necessarily endorse all shows or films mentioned in this article. Like many TV-watching Americans in the 30-50 demographic, Jenifer and I have started watching the ...

Created on 01 November 2016

17. 5 Common Pitfalls That Can Drain the Joy Out of Your Marriage

One of the biggest failures in my marriage was the season when Stephana and I didn't date as a married couple. We understood the importance of dating, but our actions or lack thereof didn't show it. It ...

Created on 16 September 2016

18. Why You May Feel Hopelessly Stuck in Your Relationship With God

Ever taken a wrong turn on your journey? I certainly have. I've taken many detours and u-turns. Finally, though, I think I'm headed in the right direction, thanks to my Heavenly GPS, which is so different ...

Created on 24 August 2016

19. Demolish Accusing Spirits With This Heavenly Mindset

As the neighbor boys on my front porch turned to go, I slammed the door and marched to the kitchen to find the phone. "Mike?" I said into the phone two seconds later. "Your boys just left, but I want you ...

Created on 03 August 2016

20. When Your Husband's Heart Is Hard Towards You and God

I was a wife willing to stay and keep my vow, no matter what. I desired a good thing—a godly marriage. Yet I failed when that desire became a demand I placed on my husband who chased the elusive mistress ...

Created on 22 July 2016