Like most young people starting out in the ministry, Dr. Jamie Morgan had a great deal of enthusiasm. She wanted to venture out and become a world changer as quickly as possible. But not so she could bring attention to herself. She had pure intentions—to bring glory to God and His kingdom and to help …
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“I want you to be My voice.” God spoke these words to Sherri Downs five years ago—and astounded her. She was comfortable with being His voice in the pulpit. Public speaking didn’t intimidate her. But she had little background in written or other more formal types of communication. Downs, who grew up in a Spirit-filled …
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As the lead pastor of Empowered People Church, a non-denominational church in suburban Chicago founded in 2006 by her and her husband, Deland John, Dr. Kisia Coleman has been charged by God with many crucial tasks. Not only must she protect her flock from the cold, dark culture that has enveloped this country, but she …
More than a decade ago, the Lord downloaded a life-changing prophetic word to Darlena Fields. And she wanted no part of it. God spoke to Fields and told her that she and her husband, Phillip, were going to lay down their ministry as leadership coaches to develop one that would train warriors for the kingdom …
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Have you heard of the New Apostolic Reformation? Some people say it’s a nefarious organization of heretical charismatics who are scheming to take over the entire world. The conspiracy theories surrounding the NAR range from mere speculations to full-blown Illuminati-type accusations. However, after talking with those accused of being a part of the NAR, I …
The contemporary church is facing unprecedented challenges to its faith. In addition to the increasing pressure upon believers to conform to the values of secular culture, churches have experienced considerable declines in attendance and finances due to COVID-19. However, Jesus commanded His disciples that amid tribulations, they must “take heart” because He has “overcome the …
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This month’s cover story on Mario Murillo means a lot to me because of his impact on my own life and ministry. As you will read in our article, the Lord has given him a huge influence at a time when we need a fresh move of God. That’s why Murillo was one of my …
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When God spoke a prophetic word into Cathy Coppola’s life years ago that she would “preach and teach” but also “be known for signs and wonders,” Coppola hesitated. “Oh no!” she responded. “Lord, I would like a respectable ministry like Joyce Meyer.” She rebuked that response almost immediately, Coppola says. Today, God floods her services …
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Tim Ferrara takes the gift of discernment seriously, so much so that he staked his professional career, his life and his family on this precious kingdom blessing. After nearly a quarter of a century in retail with the same company, Ferrara used the discernment God gave him to not only begin a new vocation as …
In This Dark Age, Christians Must Exercise This Spiritual Gift Daily Read More »
It’s only when you look back at the steps you’ve taken that the birth of your call makes sense. Our first ministry step occurred on our wedding day when the prophetic word came. God told us we’d leave our country, South Africa, and board an airplane with two small children to go to a foreign …
Apostle Demontae Edmonds doesn’t remember much about his childhood before turning 5 years old. One thing that remains vivid in his mind, however, is the way his aunt introduced him to the gospel, using him as an audience to help her gain confidence to teach her Bible school classes. Looking back, Edmonds says his aunt’s …
Dr. Angela Powers’ grandmother, Mamie, passed away more the 20 years ago. But the spirit-filled prayers of protection, perseverance and strength she poured out over her granddaughter’s life remain a blessing not only over Powers and her ministry but over the men, women and children she impacts for the kingdom today. As an ordained prophet …
As a charismatic pastor of Baby Boomer age, Bob Sawvelle has gradually come to a stark revelation: The younger people in his congregation at Passion Church in Tucson, Arizona—and throughout the world—can make a difference for Christ. And it’s time to start allowing them to do so, he says. During the coronavirus pandemic, the Lord …
Fear is never an option when Sonny Lara braves his way in the treacherous, gang-infested areas of San Jose, California. When God instructs him when and where to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ, he simply has no choice to shun the fear of man and obey God. Considering where he came from as a …
Tasha Cobbs Leonard was born into a musical family, but she didn’t sing in public until she was 15—and that only out of necessity. She was directing a community choir filled with other teenagers when the person scheduled to lead a key song couldn’t make it to the concert in time. “Everybody was looking at …
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