When religion is preeminently formed over an ongoing relational experience with God, it will only produce a dualistic mindset that settles on moralism, belief systems, and explanations. Jesus did not come to change the mind of God about humanity, Jesus came to change the mind of humanity about God. God desires that our foundations remain centered on Him alone, in the love and freedom that only God’s love can bring. He desires mercy and not sacrifice and a divine union... Read more
A shift has begun to take place. It’s the life our spirit has always longed for… Hungry believers are realizing it’s never been about performance, but receiving the rest of His finished work, enabling them to have a blast living their passion without selfish agenda. People are awakening to the realization that God really did create every person in His image, so they are changing their tone from one of anger induced output to Agape reality in everything they do.... Read more
Many, many moments, Of agony and grief, Your heart nearly spent, There seems no relief. The misery is endless, The days go slowly by, There seems no escape, The walls – oh, so high. Though you feel all alone, And think nobody cares, I am who is listening, In the midst of your despair. No life goes without notice, No life goes without tears, I am ever-present, Dispelling all your fears. Keeper of the night, Keeper of the light, Keeper... Read more
Christ appeared alive on several occasions after the cataclysmic events of that first Easter. It became the majestic manifestation of God’s hope for the world. The gift of the Resurrection became the birth of great hope. This eternal hope and glory gives us a confidence in God, in His ultimate triumph, and in His goodness and love, which is unshakable. You can receive the God life, the agape life, by receiving the free gift of Life Himself through Christ. The... Read more
Friends & brothers, Mature men are an endangered species. And, age or position is of little relevance. Job 32:9 (NKJV) says, “Great men are not always wise, nor do the aged alwaysunderstand justice.” A man of age or position can still be an immature, foolish boy. On the other hand, males of scant age or position can be quite mature. Of all the Christian men Paul knew, young Timothy was his choice to pastor the very large and important church... Read more
The only thing more dangerous than an individual ego is a group ego. Group egos can think of themselves superior, hate those inferior to themselves, and instigate violence and war. Christ never opposed groups who did things differently in His name, and He rebuked his own team when they wanted to call down fire from heaven to burn them up. The Kingdom is not meant for exclusion of others, but the loving inclusion of all. Forgiveness opens the door for... Read more
Biblical Principles Concerning Ethics and Protocol Relating to New Testament Prophetic Ministry Originally compiled by John Paul Jackson and Marc Dupont Editing team: John Paul Jackson, Marc Dupont, Loren Sandford, John Sandford, Jim Goll and Bobby Connor The Preamble Within the contemporary church the term, “prophetic ministry,” can mean a great many things. Therefore we have attempted to outline a brief description of biblically based values and practices for New Testament prophetic ministers and prophets. The following are intended primarily... Read more
Love Crucified Arose! By Robert Ricciardelli www.convergingzone.com Long ago He blessed the earth, born older than the years, And in the stall a cross He saw, through the first of many tears. A life of homeless wandering cast out in sorrow’s way, The Shepherd seeking for the lost, His life, the price He paid Love crucified, arose, the Risen One in splendor Jehovah soul Defender, has won the victory Love crucified, arose, and the grave became a place of hope... Read more
Years ago my family and I were touring the great sea lochs of Scotland. As passengers on board a charter vessel plying the waters of Loch Ness, my three school age children craned their necks and squinted through the swirling fog to catch some sight of the fabled Loch Ness monster. A woman standing in front of us gasped when she thought she spied a suspicious ripple off the port bow. Shortly after that, the Discovery Channel produced a fascinating... Read more
If life is a race, whom we are racing for, and what we racing for would seem to be significant. What does the finish line look like and how do we get there would matter. Talent, training, and determination can win most races, but in this race you can never make it to the finish line on your own efforts, or even the efforts of others. We were born to live and depend upon our God to be with us,... Read more
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