Very little will ever get done to advance the kingdom if we do not learn to follow the leader God has placed in our lives.

Solomon taught this vital principle by revealing the importance of a vision, “Where there is no vision, the people perish” (Proverbs 29:18, KJV).

He made it clear that a vision will guide the church to fulfill the mission of Jesus Christ. I trust that our words in this blog will persuade you to pursue the vision imparted by those who lead us, for vision casting is one of the primary roles of a leader.

We will examine how this will affect our daily lives. We will learn new tools we can apply practically by writing our goals and developing the discipline needed to live our lives for a higher purpose than ourselves.  

Let’s put on the whole armor of God, buy the truth and sell it not, keep praying, and stay consecrated to Jesus.

When we do this, we will become strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. No enemy will be able to penetrate the hedge, and we will be safe for the Lord is our mighty tower, our refuge in the storm, and our citadel of strength in the battle.

Remember, we were not meant to fight this battle alone. We need others to help us wrestle the forces of darkness. We need each other’s support, accountability, and collective prayer so our efforts will become anointed and effective.

2024 is over, and 2025 is shaping up to be a year of hope and possibilities. God has a plan for you, filled with new anointing, fresh vision, and increased impact. 

I pray that "where you have planted with tears, may you harvest with joy." "Where you have toiled, may you see the results." "Where you have cried out to God in secret, that God will reward you in public."

I pray for a closer walk with Jesus, a more profound experience of His grace, that we all will linger in His presence and feed on His word.

God gives us strength. When doubts whisper, let His Word roar like a lion to encourage you and to remind you of your calling and His promises. So, embrace the new year with faith, knowing God will reward your efforts and strengthen you for victory.

Everyone enjoys Christmas differently and looks forward to spending time with family and sharing the love of Jesus with others.

The story of Jesus and the wonder of His birth never gets old. For He is the greatest gift ever given.

To embrace uncertainty in life gives you the ability to live free - free to forgive, free from feeling like you are broken, and free from the cancer of captivity.

It is one thing to be held captive by circumstances, life and even others, but it is another thing to be held captive by chains of your own making.

Psychologists call it subconscious sabotage.

There are variables in life that can’t be measured and offered in neatly trimmed packages. Life can be messy and unpredictable, but life can be lived to its fullest…

1 Timothy 4:13-16, Till I come, give attendance to reading, to exhortation, to doctrine.  Neglect not the gift that is in thee, which was given thee by prophecy, with the laying on of the hands of the presbytery.  Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.  Thake heed unto thyself, and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee.

In these verses of scripture, Paul is admonishing Timothy to discipline himself and perfect the behaviors needed to be an affective saint and leader. These five behaviors not only benefit the person doing them, but according to Paul, the benefits will reach others in your world also.

We all know that when it rains so hard we cannot see two feet in front of our face it can slow us to a snail’s pace and at worst, it can stop us dead in our tracks. But what if our eyes were suddenly opened to see God’s abundance all around us and that God was there all the time?

Talk about an awakening; it would put us in the moment and we would focus on what God is doing now and learn to appreciate what’s right in front of us.

The 21st letter of the Hebrew alphabet is called the Shin (“sheen”), which looks a bit like our English alphabet “W”.

Chassidic thought suggests that the Shin looks like a man in the proper position of praying. The middle prong represents man’s head while the two outer prongs represent his hands raised heavenward. The Shin stands high among the Hebrew letters because it represents two Old Testament names of God, Shaddai (God Almighty, the All-Sufficient, Unlimited One) and Shalom (Peace).

God has empowered the church with covenant promises; through prayer, we can establish perimeters of possibility. Even when faced with despair, we can discover new potential for restoration and growth.

Western culture has shunned the number 13 for centuries, believing it is taboo. Friday the 13th is considered the unluckiest day. It is unfortunate to have thirteen guests at a table. Hotels often omit the number 13 from floors and rooms to this day. Although Western culture has demonized the number 13, it is Biblically significant for it is the number of the attributes of God.

I have learned certain truths that I perceive to be absolutes for leaders and those who want to grow. You can hedge on some principles, but these are rock solid, and you must submit to them, or it will derail your forward progress. I have never seen anybody violate these certainties and then accidentally stumble into growth and success. In fact, I have never seen anyone even hedge on these and last long in kingdom work.

Everyone God uses applies these faithfully…

As Christians, we aspire to be vessels for God’s work and feel the power of the Holy Ghost, especially when we speak in tongues. Although we desperately need the power it grants us, we often lack the patience to cultivate it through battle.

Our aim, as we draw closer to the Lord, is to emulate His actions and deeds. To be transformed, we must relinquish our own desires and allow Jesus to work through us.

Our culture bombards us daily with its corrupt message and the only deterrent is for us to resist this terrible onslaught every day. We must become convinced that we have a destiny and that we were made for more.

In the tapestry of biblical teachings, a recurring theme stands out – the principle that inheriting the promise is often tied to one’s adherence to divine principles.

This concept is not merely a historical or theological assertion but a living, breathing guideline for how we, as believers, can align our lives with God’s plan and purpose.

It is my delight to introduce our very first blog post, ushering in a new era of connection, and growth within our Section. This blog, tailored exclusively for you, will serve as a source of enlightenment as we navigate the adversity we all face today in our spiritual journey.

What do you do when life takes an unexpected turn? How do you navigate through the darkness when it seems the sun has disappeared behind clouds for days? You persevere.

Jesus flows through us, providing for our every need and leaving us wanting for nothing more than Him. He is our provider in every way. He is our well of provision.

Remain intentional in growth and in spiritual aim. If we lose sight of our intended target, we end up focusing more on the distractions of life and getting lost in the sea of monotony, rather than the will of God.