For many of us, the Spirit on the inside is a theory, a sentence in our creed or doctrinal statement. For others He is a little warm feeling when we sing familiar hymns. For some He is the goosebumps that occasionally come when we pray in tongues. I’m sure He is more than that.
Category: christianity
Update from Pastor Virgil 11/30/23
Moving Christians from the pew to the harvest.” Matthew 9:36-38 November 30, 2023 The Word Works! I trust you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Ours was very quiet. We needed it. I preached on November 19 at His Presence Church here in Tucson. As always, it was a joy to be with Pastors Randy and Lori … Continue reading Update from Pastor Virgil 11/30/23
Live to a Higher Standard
The Law gave us a blueprint for the kind of generosity that God intends for His image-bearers. The New Birth put that blueprint in our hearts. God’s principles and provision have not changed, but we have. The New Birth transformed our nature, enabling us to reach higher toward living up to the original design.
Happy Thanksgiving from the Stokes
Happy Thanksgiving, Friend. We are especially grateful for you.
Sunday Supernaturally: The Fount of All Provision
If we’re led by need, we’re subject to being led by the source of all lack. We want to be led by the fount of all provision. Start at the throne, then go into the world.
Sunday Supernaturally, Special Edition: PRAY!
Please pray for Israel. There's not much else to say.
Pastor Virgil Update 10/06/23
"That’s what I’m praying for in our land: A church full of hungry hearts. I’ve seen what happens when people genuinely get hungry for God – He shows up! Lord, give us hungry hearts!"
Let’s Return to Him
The tithe is for the purpose of taking care of the house of God, the ministry, and those in need. Those purposes have not changed. What has changed is the heart of those who believe in Jesus Christ.
Sunday Supernaturally: The Life-giving Spirit
Christianity is not a list of behaviors to avoid or pursue. Following Jesus is a life-long process of developing intimacy with a living person who has direct access to my heart.
Sunday Supernaturally: Walk This Way
God’s Spirit lives in you. He gives you the ability to walk in a brand-new way. If you’re struggling, ask God to teach you how to walk.