Building People of Substance for Works of Power When I first attended a Holy Spirit church back in 1980, the initial shock was the worship. One guy led it on a keyboard. It was upbeat. The people clapped and raised their hands. They occasionally sang in some foreign language, and it was downright eerie. Instead … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Keep on Singin’
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Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Priorities for Preachers
Building People of Substance for Works of Power Judy and I went out for tacos the other day. We went to a favorite spot and enjoyed carne asada, carnitas, and a fabulous cheese crisp. The place was quite busy and the atmosphere jovial. At one point, I visited the men’s room. It only has room … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Priorities for Preachers
Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Delight in His Word
Building People of Substance for Works of Power Nearly 40 years ago I was sitting on the edge of my bed reading my bible. As I cruised through Galatians chapter 6, I read the words, “whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.” Two things happened. First, I had the thought, “Whoever wrote this … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Delight in His Word
Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Listen Carefully
Building People of Substance for Works of Power This last Easter, I wound up preaching in a church in Mexico that wasn’t on my schedule. In fact, I didn’t get the “invitation” until the night before during a service when the Pastor tapped me on the shoulder and said, “Puedes predicar mañana?” The week before, … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Listen Carefully
Out of the Abundance of the Heart: He’s Leading You
Building People of Substance for Works of Power I remember very distinctly the first time I heard the audible voice of God. At least it seemed audible to me. I was at my first Kenneth Hagin Campmeeting in 1980, accompanied by the three ladies who had recently led me into the baptism of the Holy … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: He’s Leading You
Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Listen Carefully
Building People of Substance for Works of Power I was talking to a pastor friend about the chaos and clamor in the world today. We agreed; it seems that people’s lives are in more of a mess than in previous decades. She made this statement, “I want to teach people to hear the voice of … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Listen Carefully
Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Who Gets the Glory?
Building People of Substance for Works of Power Many years ago, at the church where I pastored, a fella uttered a prophecy to me in a service. The gist of it was that my church, his church, and one other church in the area were going to be at the forefront of a great revival. … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Who Gets the Glory?
Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Check the Source
Building People of Substance for Works of Power One day last Fall, I was in my office praying and reading my Bible. It was early, around 7 AM. The phone rang. The caller ID said “Lonnie Hilton.” I was a little anxious as I answered. It’s unusual for my pastor to call me so early … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Check the Source
Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Test All Things
Building People of Substance for Works of Power She seemed like a very nice lady. She was a friend of my wife’s mom, who said she was a prophetess. God spoke through her directly to others. Now you must understand I had only been saved a few months, and Spirit-filled a few weeks. This was … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Test All Things
Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Justice and Mercy
Building People of Substance for Works of PowerWe can do this! “Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly.” (Matthew 1:19 NIV) ‘ I don’t think Joseph gets enough credit for a lot of things. … Continue reading Out of the Abundance of the Heart: Justice and Mercy
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