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Finding Joy in Advent

12/14/21 Holidays

Advent is less about the mechanics of our celebration and more about the seeking of the face of the God-man, who fully grasps the anguish you and I are feeling yet prevailed over it.

Refusing Partiality

by Dana Candler

As we grow in dependence upon God, knowing our weakness and yet receiving His strength, our love and gratitude unto God grow and expand.

10/19/21

The War against Intercession

by Samuel Whitefield

Don't underestimate the power of intercession. Gain fresh perspective to remain in the grace or press into it for the first time.

9/21/21

Five Reasons to Value Studying the End Times

by Mike Bickle

Mike Bickle challenges believers to gain understanding of the end times and to prepare for the pastoral challenges that are coming.

8/31/21

Eight Common Reasons People Don’t Study the End Times

by Daniel Lim

Daniel Lim challenges misconceptions about studying the end times and calls believers into God's mature love, embracing both His justice and mercy.

8/24/21

In Samuel Whitefield's own words, "the Bible repeatedly commands singing and predicts the Church will be a singing people in the most difficult hour of history." He explores in this blog why God uses singing in such a profound way in and for His Church.

7/27/21

Dads, Their Sons, and the ABCs of Emotional Intelligence

by John Chisholm

Believe it or not, happiness is tied to emotional intelligence. John advises fathers how to help their sons grow into mature, healthy men.

6/22/21

The Nobility of Barren Prayer

by Dana Candler

It's a myth that nothing is happening when we pray—even if we don't feel anything God is there, and He will respond!

5/11/21

The Tenderness of God in the Fall of Man

by Samuel Whitefield

"Even in the Bible’s darkest moments we can see the beauty of God’s person shining through." Samuel Whitefield gives a hopeful perspective on the fall of man in Genesis 3.

4/20/21

The Bride Has Made Herself Ready

by Daniel Lim

Daniel Lim breaks down five biblical tasks that "constitute the final frontier of works for the corporate Bride of Christ that will make her ready for the marriage of the Lamb at the return of Jesus Christ, her Bridegroom."

3/30/21

How to Strengthen Your Child’s Emotional Intelligence

by John Chisholm

Helping children walk through life's ups and downs is key to developing their emotional intelligence—which is crucial in their preparation for their active roles in society, family, and in the Church.

3/23/21

Dark Yet Lovely

by Dana Candler

Although our sin and weakness make us "dark," God says we are lovely. Gain confidence in How He sees you.

2/23/21

Knowing Jesus as He Desires to Be Known

by Daniel Lim

Many believers are ignorant of the beauty and glory of Jesus that are revealed in the book of Revelation. Daniel Lim challenges us to know Jesus in this way.

2/16/21

The Church and the Justice of God

by David Sliker

Adapted from chapter 2 of The Nations Rage by David Sliker The Father has chosen to bring forth and establish justice…

1/26/21

The Fellowship of the Burning Hearts

by Mike Bickle

"It takes God to love God," Mike Bickle says. So how does the Holy Spirit help us to burn with passion for Christ? Find out here.

1/19/21

My Open Letter to 2020

by Justin Rizzo

For so many of us, 2020 has been a difficult year full of challenges. But as we close out this year, Justin encourages us to reflect on the ways we've grown and celebrate the victories, both big and small.

12/29/20

A Child Is Born: Reflections on Incarnation and the Grand Plan of God

by Dean Briggs

It is so simple yet profound: God became a man. Dean Briggs invites us to take a deeper look at the meaning of the incarnation with a very personal application.

12/22/20

Give Thanks: Renewing Our Soul in the Goodness of God

by Dean Briggs

Worship frees us to commune with God. Let your soul be renewed as you take time to rejoice in His goodness and love.

11/24/20

On Earth as in Heaven: Harp and Bowl Intercessory Worship

by Mike Bickle

The Holy Spirit is raising up the global house of prayer. Mike Bickle shares wisdom and insights gained from 21 years of day-and-night prayer.

11/10/20

Christ, Crisis, and Crystal Balls

by Stuart Greaves

We will need truth, wisdom, and intimate knowledge of Jesus to avoid deception in the end times. Jesus has counsel for us to respond rightly.

10/27/20

Preparing for Revival and the Glory of the Lord

by David Sliker

Looking at difficult times here and great peril—and glory—ahead, David Sliker calls attention to the urgency of being prepared to walk in dynamic union with God through the Holy Spirit, prayer, and agreement with His Word.

10/20/20

The End-Time Prayer Movement

by Mike Bickle

Jesus will come back to His singing Bride, who will be moving in the love, power, and wisdom of God. Learn more about the end-time prayer movement.

10/6/20

Jesus, the Bridegroom King

by Mike Bickle

The Bridegroom message is a call to intimacy with God, to experience the deep things of His heart—His emotions, desires, and affections for us and His thoughts about us.

9/29/20

Jesus, Our Primary Reward

by Mike Bickle

Want to move from burnout and working for God to lovesick fascination? Discover Jesus, our primary reward, in this blog by Mike Bickle.

9/15/20