Blessed Assurance

A famous hymn composed by two women. On this day March 9, 1839, a beautiful baby girl was given the name Phoebe. She grew up to become a prominent social leader and the publisher of over 500 gospel songs. At the age of sixteen Phoebe became the wife of Joseph Fairchild Knapp, founder of Metropolitan…

Joel

Joel is known as the Prophet of Revival. The title of this book is the name of its writer, as is probably true of all the prophetical books of the Old Testament. The name Joel means “Yahweh is God.” He was the son of Pethuel (“Persuaded of God”), who does not appear to have been…

Authentic Revival

“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” Matthew 7:7 These words are from Lisa Baughn who traveled far to be an eye witness at Lee University. “We opened the chapel doors and walked in, facing two beautiful wooden doors with…

Good Advice

Often times the best advice comes from a person of humility. “Turn your ear to wisdom and apply your heart to understanding.” Proverbs 2:2 We learn by the example of those with a quiet, humble, yet strong and positive spirit. Without concern of pleasing others, a desperate woman’s humble act of tenacious faith, is recorded…

BELIEVE and RECEIVE

I am rejoicing and spilling over for He alone is my God, the Christ, the Lamb, whom the Father unveiled by His Word. Jesus returned to the Father so that the Holy Spirit would occupy the building. The glorious Architect, the ONE who designed and engineered my body is the only ONE who is worthy…

Is Eviction Possible?

What happens if we violate the terms of a contract? As adults we all know that if we enter a contract to rent a home, or purchase a house both parties agree to specified terms. The Renter or Buyer and the Owner or Seller are under obligation. A covenant relationship is born! If a Renter…

The Light Clearing

Whatever went awry yesterday or in the past, whatever mental mess we created with our poor choices, we are assured by His Spirit that we can confess our fears, doubts and bad choices and begin the day excited about His mercy and boldly walk RIGHT before God. Great is His faithfulness, His love and mercies…

A Luxurious Banquet

You are on the guest list for a lavish banquet that has taken years to plan. The food, the decorations, the finest wine, the seating arrangement, and exquisite music will be the finest anyone has ever experienced. The Guest of honor has been involved in all the details and He sent out His invitations way…