Pray in Tongues, Y’all

I thank my God I speak with tongues more than you all; (1 Corinthians 14:18 NKJV) A beautiful Saturday. Time to walk the dog and pray in the Holy Ghost. Praying in other tongues is my default mode for life. If you don't believe in it, that's OK. Feel bad for ya. For those of … Continue reading Pray in Tongues, Y’all

Laying on of Hands

I tell you the truth, anyone who doesn't receive the Kingdom of God like a child will never enter it." Then He took the children in His arms and placed His hands on their heads and blessed them. (Mark 10:15-16 NLT) Laying hands on people in order to make an impartation is a very common … Continue reading Laying on of Hands

Tapping into the Anointing.

Jesus realized at once that healing power had gone out from Him, so He turned around in the crowd and asked, "Who touched My robe?" (Mark 5:30 NLT) Tonight I was in a Bible school class where the atmosphere was charged. The students were there with a hunger for the Word, and an expectation that … Continue reading Tapping into the Anointing.

Better Off with the Helper

Nevertheless I tell you the truth. It is to your advantage that I go away; for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you; but if I depart, I will send Him to you. (John 16:7 NKJV) I'm thinking that the disciples were shocked at this statement. On the … Continue reading Better Off with the Helper

The Local Church

Don't you realize that all of you together are the temple of God and that the Spirit of God lives in you? (1 Corinthians 3:16 NLT) The Spirit of God will manifest Himself in local churches hungry for, and open to, the move of the Spirit. The assault of Satan in our time is marked … Continue reading The Local Church

The Year of Overcoming Triskaidekaphobia

Thursday, January 10, 2013 Building People of Substance for Works of Power Trust and obey, Friend. Like most preachers, I usually make some sort of proclamation concerning the New Year. This year I have deemed it “The Year of Overcoming Triskaidekaphobia.” For those who are not up to speed on this condition, it means fear … Continue reading The Year of Overcoming Triskaidekaphobia

Make Room for Jesus

Thursday, December 27, 2012 Building People of Substance for Works of Power Make room, Friend. It is a very rare occasion indeed when I quote the Pope of Rome, but in his Christmas address, Pope Benedict said something that paralleled my own thoughts. I had been meditating on the innkeeper who had no room for … Continue reading Make Room for Jesus

Rules and Hearts.

Rules are necessary to set boundaries for the flesh and guidance for unrenewed minds. Rules do not change hearts. Without a change of heart, I cannot help anyone. Only God can change a heart, and He will only perform heart surgery with the consent of the patient. Just a thought.

Nuggets from the weekend: Qualified.

We had some great meetings with Rev Tony Cooke. He brought us a clear picture of the manlfold grace of God. I came away with several thoughts to chew on. The big one from the minister's meeting on Saturday was that in order to be truly qualified for a particular job in the church I … Continue reading Nuggets from the weekend: Qualified.