By Debra Harper Are you looking for a supernatural move of God in your life? Like you, I’m hungry for a move of God in my life. Then I realized everyday, whether consciously or unconsciously, we are making connections. We connect our thoughts, our words, our time, and our faith to SOMETHING. Jesus said, “Abide in Me, […]
By Debbie Harper In June of this year I had a word from the Lord: “If you want to see a change, you must make a change.” I’ve begun making intentional changes, and I understand now—2026 won’t become my best year by accident. It will become my best year by my focus. What I give […]
Joel 2:28-29 (NIV) “And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days.“ Our Heavenly Father said that He would pour out His Spirit on […]
Well, we have officially entered into the Christmas Season. It is, after all, after Thanksgiving (or should I say Black Friday)? Either way we are on our way, whether we like it or not, toward Christmas. For some, this is a joyous, happy, exciting time. For others it may be a hard, somewhat painful period. […]
Thanksgiving Day is just around the corner and it brings traditions many of us share. Things like, a huge turkey dinner, family time with relatives, shopping on Black Friday and last but not least football. These are all great things, but these things are not what Thanksgiving is all about? Thanksgiving Day began as a […]
Certainly, leadership is not solely determined by one’s position or title. Leadership can be demonstrated at various levels and in different ways, regardless of whether you hold the “top dog” position. I would guess that 80% of the ministry that I have done has been without a title. Yet at the same time I know […]
In the realm of ministry, the role of a leader goes beyond mere management—it’s a calling to shepherd the hearts of those who serve. The apostle Peter’s words in 1 Peter 5:2-3 offer timeless wisdom that transcends generations, providing a framework for pastoring volunteers. Let’s explore these three essential steps for effective volunteer leadership, guided […]
When it comes to evangelism, it is not enough to simply teach children about it; we must encourage and empower them to actively practice evangelism themselves. Interestingly, many children have already mastered the art of evangelism within the realm of video games. When they discover a game they enjoy, they enthusiastically share their excitement with […]
If you are responsible for nourishing a flock, it is essential to feed yourself first. Standing in front of a group of children and simply reading from the curriculum is not enough. To effectively teach and preach, preparation is key. Preaching should come from the overflow of your own spiritual journey. For instance, if you […]
Creating environments where God can speak to kids is indeed a crucial goal for teachers involved in preschool ministry. Here are four important steps that can help facilitate this goal: 1. SEE BEYOND THEIR CURRENT AGERecognize that every child has unique potential and value in God’s eyes. Like Hannah, who saw something special in Samuel, […]