Katherine Ruonala

I remember once being in a prayer meeting when I was on the floor worshipping and praying, looking at the Lord with expectation, quite stressed about a few things that had happened that week. Sometimes people have a tendency to go with the flow of a church service, not really thinking about what they are …

What the Holy Spirit Told Me That Relieved Me of All Fear Read More »

One of the reasons John Wesley, a theologian, was converted was because he saw supernatural peace in the lives of the Moravians. He was traveling from England to Georgia. And a fierce storm threatened the ship. The decks were flooded, and the sails were torn. Most of the passengers were terrified, but a group of …

Prophetic Teacher’s Dream Reveals How the Holy Spirit Can Supernaturally Free You From Worry Read More »

I was driving to church by myself recently and thinking about the Holy Spirit. I love being around people, but I also really enjoy the moments I get to be in the car alone. I am able to have some time alone with God, and I’ll take as much of that as I can get. …

How to Make the Holy Spirit Your Closest Friend Read More »

I was blessed with a day off recently, and it was delightful. I had been ministering every single day, so I was especially grateful for the break. I took a walk to talk with the Holy Spirit and was just enjoying my surroundings and the conversation. But I suddenly realized as He began to speak …

The Holy Spirit Wants to Wipe Out Your Worry—But He Needs You to Do This Read More »

Years ago, when I was a backup singer on a worship team, I would be concentrating so much on singing the right part that I would sometimes forget I was meant to be worshipping. It’s easy for a music teacher and a perfectionist to get focused on harmonies and pitch. One day I was singing …

Are You Truly Engaging Holy Spirit When You Worship and Pray? Read More »

What we need today is a revival of love. The Holy Spirit partners with those whose gaze is fixed on Him in truth and love. One of the passages I’ve feasted on recently is from 1 Peter 3:8-10: “Finally, be all of one mind, be loving toward one another, be gracious, and be kind. Do not …

Holy Spirit Wants to Partner With You in This Revival of Love Read More »

Time. That space between planting and harvesting, between promise and fulfillment. Living in a world where we are widely accustomed to instant gratification, the concept of having to wait can be frustrating. Yet if we understand the purpose and potential of these times, we can learn to cooperate with God and enjoy the journey. Many …

Lessons You Can Learn While in the Wilderness Read More »