“This is what the Lord says to Zerubbabel: It is not by force nor by strength, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies." Zechariah 4:6 Then he said to me, “Speak a prophetic message to these bones and say, ‘Dry bones, listen to the word of the Lord! This is what the… Continue reading We Prophecy Your Word to the Breath and Bones of Israel: 21 Days of Intercession for Israel (Day 18 of the Isaiah 62 Fast)
Am I now trying to win the approval of human beings, or of God? Or am I trying to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a servant of Messiah. Galatians 1:10 One thing I did not realize before coming to Israel was the extent to which persecution,… Continue reading Help Jewish Believers Endure Persecution: 21 Days of Intercession for Israel (Day 12 of Isaiah 62 Fast)
The desert and the parched land will be glad; the wilderness will rejoice and blossom. Like the crocus, it will burst into bloom; it will rejoice greatly and shout for joy. The glory of Lebanon will be given to it, the splendor of Carmel and Sharon; they will see the glory of the Lord, the splendor of our God.… Continue reading Make the Deserts Bloom: 21 Days of Intercession for Israel (Day 10 of Isaiah 62 Fast)
Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has chosen gladly to give you the kingdom. Luke 12:32 And I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will guide you with knowledge and understanding. Jeremiah 3:15 You may be able to tell that this week, we are exploring the nature of Yeshua's… Continue reading Go After the Lost Sheep of Israel: 21 Days of Intercession for Israel (Day 4 of Isaiah 62 Fast)
I want to start out saying that if you have been sexually or physically abused by people in churches, members of church groups, or by spiritual leaders, please report these as crimes to your church leaders and local police. This post is not being offered to discourage the legal actions you may need to take… Continue reading Actual Abuse vs. False Allegations of “Spiritual Abuse” in the Church
I am thankful for the blood of Jesus who cleanses me from the sins of my past and the sins of my ancestors. I am thankful I do not carry their guilt before God. I am thankful, but I am still sorry. I am still sad. I am thankful for the hand of fellowship offered… Continue reading Thanksgiving for Racial Reconciliation
*I'm writing this as a post that encourages people to stay married. It's a simple strategy that has allowed for the healing of many broken relationships that I have watched God heal over the years. However, if you or your children are being physically abused or threatened with violence, get help now from a local… Continue reading “It Was Not This Way From the Beginning:” God’s Heart on Marriage, Divorce, and Remarriage
“But you are not to be called ‘Rabbi,’ for you have one Teacher, and you are all brothers. 9 And do not call anyone on earth ‘father,’ for you have one Father, and he is in heaven. 10 Nor are you to be called instructors, for you have one Instructor, the Messiah. 11 The greatest among you will… Continue reading Jesus on Leadership: Do Not Call One Another Teacher or Father or Instructor…You Are All Siblings
I have had SO many conversations lately about what makes something right and wrong and who defines it. You might think it's an easy answer but many people are doubting scripture as an actual basis for understanding sin and morality, thinking it portrays God as unmerciful and harsh. Until we yield our own definitions of… Continue reading WHY MORALITY MATTERS
God purposed us to be His. He loves you! Nothing terribly unpopular here (everyone likes to be loved), but for everyone who has believed in Jesus for their justification before God, by the blood of Christ, He desires you to now be set apart. This is where the rubber meets the road. You are His… Continue reading FIVE UNPOPULAR TEACHINGS OF JESUS
