The Synergy of the Generations

If the Church hopes to be relevant and meet the needs of the twenty-first century and beyond, it must be willing to undergo a paradigm shift. The Elijah to Elisha Revolution confronts the status quo by challenging the Church to reexamine many of its assumptions.

Purim – When the Enemy Overplays His Hand

This article was composed by Jon Hamill from a recorded teleconference call on Wednesday, February 25th, 2015 between he and James Goll. In this call, James prophesied regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech to a joint session of Congress, which took place yesterday, March 3rd, 2015 (almost a week later). 

Inspirationally Praying the Word

The Beauty of the Lord!

I sense the intense desire of the Holy Spirit to take a whiskbroom and dust off some of The Lost Treasures of the Body of Christ and present them as brilliant gems to gaze upon. Like a spiritual archaeologist or perhaps something like a modern day “Indiana Jones” of the fabled movies, let’s search thru the treasure chest of God and church history and bring these jewels to the forefront once again.

God’s Trustworthy Word

Are there any absolutes? Any standards or parts of the moral code that do not change? Most of the world seems to think that we are becoming more enlightened as time goes on, and that this means we must leave old standards behind. In the Western world, “inclusiveness” reigns supreme.

10 Distinct Pictures of Christian Reflective Prayer

The Lord is truly revealing fresh insights into these ancient truths. As you know, books have often been my mentors in my journey in live and ministry. The following is a combination of gleanings of years of research and time just spent with the Father.

Releasing Holy Spirit Empowered Prayer

“I have heard you,” replied Jeremiah the prophet. “I will certainly pray to the Lord your God as you have requested; I will tell you everything the Lord says and will keep nothing back from you.” (Jer. 42:4 NIV)

Returning to the Stronghold of Hope

Over the years you will find that the Holy Spirit emphasizes different themes of God’s Word to us. Over the past few decades one of the truths being restored to the body of Christ, has been the “word of faith”. In recent years, the Holy Spirit has been highlighting the message of  “hope”.

Israel: God’s Prophetic Calendar

This article is an updated excerpt of “Chapter 8 – Israel God’s Prophetic Calendar”, from the book The Prophetic Intercessor. 

Although Israel as we know her today is only a little more than sixty five years old, the Jewish nation is actually one of the oldest on earth.

Crisis in the Middle East

For more than a decade I have been declaring in many gatherings in many cities of the earth: “While all eyes would be on Iran, watch Syria. Iran will pose a great threat, but the imminent danger to Israel, and the entire Middle East would arise out of Syria.” I have warned of chemical and biological weapons being stored up in this rogue nation and how they would attempt to export them to their puppet regime of Lebanon.

Eight Strategic Turning Points – Part 2

Recently, I released Four Strategic Turning Points I have perceived. This is now Part Two bringing you an additional “Four More” Strategic Turning Points.

The Collision of the Shaking and the Glory

There are diverse views on the End Times, including at least 3 different historical theological views concerning eschatology.

Strategic Turning Points

THESE ARE THE BEGINNING OF THOSE DAYS!

Angelic Intervention through Intercession

When God hears prayers from His people, He responds. What happens is that He dispatches His angels before, during, and after our prayers.

Properly Interpreting Dreams

Where are the Josephs and Daniels for our Day?

Soaking in His Presence

The following article is an excerpt from chapter six of Prayer Storm. Other materials to build on your understanding come from The Lost Art of Practicing His Presence Book and Consecrated, Contemplative Prayer Study Guide.

Adventures in Prophetic Diversity

I would love for it to be said of me that I was “like Anna,” (Luke 2:36-38) someone who focused on nothing and nobody except Jesus.

The Art of Prophetic Intercession

“The great serpent has coiled himself around the globe, and who shall set the world free from him?” This was the message from the “prince of preachers,” Charles Spurgeon.

Nine Scriptural Tests for Spiritual Experiences

We need to be anchored by the Word of God! In today’s increase of supernatural activity, we need to make sure our foundation is sure and that the plumb line of God’s Word is our standard.

Prayer Releases Altered States of Affairs

Then it will happen on that day that the Lord will again recover

the second time with His hand the remnant of His people,

who will remain, from Assyria, Egypt, Pathros, Cush, Elam, Shinar, Hamath

and from the islands of the sea.

Isaiah 11:11

Parenting and the Prophetic: Lessons Learned

Family Background

For years, I have wanted to share some of our family’s personal pilgrimage as it pertained to raising children in a highly prophetic culture and attempting to be naturally supernatural.

A History of the Watch of the Lord

LESSONS FROM THE MORAVIANS

ACPE Word of the Lord for 2014

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Each year, as we have since 1999, the Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders meets before the New Year to pray and seek the Lord for a word.

Insights for 2014 and Beyond

Review of 8 Clear Words in 2013

Yesterday, Today and Forever

One recent Christmas, all four of my adult kids, their spouses and I went to the old, downtown, renovated Franklin, Tennessee, movie theatre. What did we see? Well, of course, It’s a Wonderful Life!

Gate Keepers of His Presence

The Importance of Gates

We will be looking at the subject of opening the gates in the realm of the spirit. In the natural, gates are used for two primary purposes:

Coming into the Light

Here Am I, Send Me!

The prophet Isaiah discovered for himself the transforming nature of the Lord’s fire. Here is his description of the divine “close encounter” that changed him forever:

At the Crossroads of Change

Many have proclaimed this New Hebrew Year, 5774, as a “Year of the Open Door”.

A Tribute to a Woman on the Frontlines

Michal Ann Goll was a gentle fierce warrior for the Lord Jesus Christ growing up in rural MO with 3 older brothers and parents who loved God and worked hard. Her Bible was her best friend in growing up as she never missed a day devotionally reading the truths of God’s word.

Contending for the Prophetic Promise

LIVING IN THE UNTIL CLAUSE

Sometimes we all wonder, “Why does there seem to be a delay to answered prayers?” or “When is that prophetic promise ever going to come to pass?”

How to Respond to the Times

A Review of a Recent Visitation

When the Plumb Line is Dropped!

THE BACKGROUND

In July 2012, I had an encounter with the Holy Spirit that I have previously released called Come Again Holy Spirit.

Angelic Intervention Through Intercession

A Review of Angelic Assignments

Overcoming Demons in the New Testament

Summary of Jesus Dealing With Demons

The Watch of the Lord

Watch Defined

Properly Interpreting Revelation

Some years ago I was traveling through the night by train from the Frankfurt, Germany region to Rossenheim in southern Bavaria. I was in one of the sleeping cars but, unable to sleep, I spent much of my time praying in the Spirit.

The Fasted Life

The Origins of Fasting

Power and Perils of the Prophetic

The Purpose of the Prophetic

Transforming Faith

Unless otherwise stated, all scripture references are from the New American Standard Bible.

Faith Defined

Faith is a constant, abiding trust in something.

The Blood That Speaks Better!

Old Testament Type

Hebrews 9: 6-14

The High Priest went into the Holy of Holies only once a year and that was with the blood of the sacrifice on the Day of Atonement. There is no access into the presence of God without the shedding of sacrificial blood.

Learning Your Spiritual Alphabet

Each of us has our own personal, unique spiritual alphabet that the Holy Spirit uses to communicate with us.

The Center of Quiet

FIVE INGREDIENTS OF THE CONTEMPLATIVE – MEDITATIVE STATE

• Biblical Exhortation Concerning Physical Calm

Priesthood in Light of the New Testament

Theme Verse: Revelation 1:6

He has made us to be a kingdom, priests to His God and Father – to Him be the glory and the dominion forever and ever. Amen.

Needed: Ministry at the Altar of Incense

Finishing Well

PRIMARY VERSE:

II Timothy 4:6-8 – For I am already being poured out as a drink offering, and the time of my departure has come. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the course, I have kept the faith; in the future there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award me on that day; and not only to me on that day; but also all who have loved His appearing.

Come Again Holy Spirit!

One of the most consistent ways the Lord speaks to me is through the avenue of dreams. Many of my writing and speaking assignments are given to me in such a manner.

Parenting and the Prophetic: Lessons Learned

Family Background

For years, I have wanted to share some of our family’s personal pilgrimage as it pertained to raising children in a highly prophetic culture and attempting to be naturally supernatural.  

Journaling as a Tool of Retaining Revelation

Do you need help retaining what you have already received? Then I have a simple remedy for you—journal! Yes, it is one of those awesome spiritual disciplines!

The Cry – Purim

“For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the Jews will arise from another place, but you and your father’s family will perish. And who knows but that you have come to royal position for such a time as this?” Esther 4:14

ACPE Word of the Lord for 2013

Each year, as we have since 1999, the Apostolic Council of Prophetic Elders meets before the New Year to pray and seek the Lord for a word.

Feast of Dedication and the Miracle of Chanukah

This festival in the Jewish calendar lasts eight days and falls during the month of  December. It is called the Feast of Dedication or sometimes referred to as the Festival of Lights. It started over 2,300 years ago in the land of Judea in the heart of modern day Israel.

The Prophetic Song of the Lord

What Is the Song of the Lord?

In a general sense, all worship sung to music is the song of the Lord.