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Facing a life-shattering crisis, my father raised his hand to heaven and prayed a three-word prayer. The prayer was hardly out of his mouth when something incredible happened. My 7-year-old brother, just given up to die by three doctors, was miraculously healed, and our family’s destiny was forever changed. Tragedy Strikes It was a hot

I am tired. It’s a real truth. I have felt exhausted for several months. Finally my doctor gave it a name—adrenal fatigue—and added a level to it I didn’t like. It seemed to loom like a giant in my life, waiting to pounce on me. She gave me great supplements and advice, but the diagnosis

You have probably noticed that spiritual warfare is increasing in the last days. It doesn’t take a prophet to discern the raging culture wars, the bold rise of principalities like Jezebel, or the spirit of the world that has settled into a front row seat in far too many churches. Whether we like it or

“Speech is silver; silence is golden.” —Ancient Egyptian proverb In our busy world, we are constantly fighting for our voices to be heard. But what if in some moments, the best thing we can do is be silent? There are some battles in which silence is the most powerful weapon we wield. Please don’t misunderstand me.

The world craves a tall, strong and handsome leader. But God ordains a leader who is weak in the flesh. Spiritual anointing is coupled with gifts and a calling. Leaders are set apart for the work of their ministry. Once anointed, the opportunity for leaders is to remain fresh within their calling. In 2 Samuel 3:39 David cried out, “Today

The development of a leader is a concatenation of events highlighted by training, experiences and molding. King David’s schooling began in his father’s pasture full of sheep. His training was designed to prepare him for all that would be required of him. When things went terribly wrong for Saul, Samuel said: “… You have done foolishly.

“Is it possible that I could be doing certain things for the women I encounter each day, but I’m not doing them for my wife?”  The short answer is yes, but let’s talk more about the reasons why this might be happening. You don’t need to read this article to know that marriage relationships are

How did black Friday become such a major day of shopping? I cannot remember when it wasn’t. Everyone seems to blame Hallmark for all the special days we celebrate, but I’m not aware of any “Happy Black Friday” cards available at car washes. It’s just a day of exaggerated sales offers to launch a season of

Note: This article appeared in the April 1983 issue of Charisma magazine. Recently the founder of the Christian Broadcasting Network sat down with his long-time friend Jamie Buckingham and answered some pointed questions which give insight into the philosophy behind America’s oldest Christian TV network. Buckingham: Recently Christian Cen­tury magazine said the problem with Christian

If you liked these entries, you’ll love Jennifer LeClaire’s book, Mornings With the Holy Spirit. Click here to get her book FREE with your subscription to Charisma. Jesus realized that, without the Holy Spirit, His followers—including us—would not be able to fulfill God’s call on their lives. So He sent the Holy Spirit to be