Charisma Blogs
Lessons from the Hillsong Controversy
Forty-seven years ago this month Charisma became “the magazine on Spirit-Led Living,” in the heyday of the charismatic movement. Each week we learned of outpourings of the Holy Spirit on a new church or denomination. It was an exciting time to report what the Spirit...
Mario Murillo: ‘Millions of Americans Are Ready to Be Born Again’
Despite the godlessness and evil that pollute our society, evangelist Mario Murillo says he's more excited today than he's been since the days of the Jesus Movement. This powerful, spirit-filled preacher is brimming with optimism because, he says, he hasn't seen so...
Jim Garlow Says This Critical Information Will Help Believers Fight Back Against Coming Totalitarianism
Jim Garlow has been at the tip of the spear in culture wars for as long as I've known him. In case you didn't know, he is the former pastor of Skyline Church, a megachurch in suburban San Diego, and is a celebrated author, communicator, commentator and historian....
With Roe Victory Behind Us, Janet Porter Targets Other Critical American Political Issues
Janet Porter has had a goal for years to save the lives of the unborn. That's what made June 24—the day the United States Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade and said there is no constitutional right to abortion—perhaps the happiest day of Porter's life. Her...
There’s a Right Way and a Wrong Way to Leave a Church
This pandemic season hasn’t been easy—but pastors have suffered in unique ways. Statistics show that between 20-30% of churchgoers stopped attending in 2020, and the bulk of those people have not returned. In many cases, they never said goodbye. Many of my best...
6 People You Should Never Allow in Leadership
For more than 2,000 years the church has survived wars, persecution, heresies, tyrants, charlatans, false prophets, swindlers and divisive rebels. Satan has attacked the church from outside and infiltrated it from within, yet Christianity is growing faster in some...
Who Is Behind Today’s Transgender Movement?
America’s culture war heated up after Florida’s governor, Ron DeSantis, signed the Parental Rights Law, which prohibits the teaching of gender identity or sexual orientation to kids from kindergarten to third grade. The bill had broad support from parents, who believe...
Should Lia Thomas Be the NCAA’s ‘Woman of the Year’?
Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas dominated headlines this week when the NCAA released its nominations for “Woman of the Year” in sports on July 18. The trans community and political progressives cheered, while many Americans were outraged that a person who was...
Spiritually Speaking, How Healthy Is Your Heart?
Once a year, I go to the doctor and get a check-up. And every time, one of the things they do is check my heart. A good thorough exam will reveal if there are any problems that need to be addressed before a heart condition arises. I believe we need to do the same...
How You Can Be Happier Than You’ve Ever Been
One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned is that you can’t be both selfish and happy. I know this is true through my own personal experience, but more importantly, the Bible has some things to say about the attitude we should have about “self.” For example, love is...
Get Out of Your Pit and Into Your Dream
Have you ever been stuck? Have you ever hit a place in life that seemed like a dead end ... like you no longer had any options? I’ve been there many times, and I’m sure most people have. But I am so grateful that over the years God has taught me that even when we get...
Joyce Meyer: You Aren’t Built for Guilt
Are you bugged by a guilty conscience, carrying around baggage from a certain mistake or decision that produces feelings of regret or even self-loathing? We’ve all said or done things that we wish we could take back. And while it’s completely natural to grieve over a...
Prophetic Word: The Lord Says, ‘I Am Releasing My Firebrands’
Recently while in worship, I was talking to the Lord when this prophetic flow began to come forth. I took out my phone and pressed record. This is the transcription of that word I received: "God, I see the firebrands rising up. God, I see the firebrands rising up. I...
Prophecy: 7 Abilities for a New Agility in This New Era
The Lord first began speaking to me about the release of seven abilities for a new agility early this year. By springtime, I had four of the seven items and, although I kept praying to receive the rest, I didn’t hear any more. Then several weeks ago the Lord directed...
Prophetic Word: Nothing Will Be Concealed, Not Even in the Body of Christ
Earlier this month on a Sunday, my friend picked me up for church, which gave me the ability to finish getting ready in the car. By getting ready I mean applying my makeup, as it’s almost always the last step for me and done on the go. This day, I couldn’t find my...
Prophetic Vision: The Battle is the Lord’s
Earlier this year, as I prayed, I saw a quick but vivid vision of a huge, white angel with huge wings. I wondered at its appearance, pondering and asking the Lord about this angel. A short while later, again as I prayed, I saw another vision of the angel, but this...
Prophecy: What the Holy Spirit Showed Me About the Fentanyl Overdose Crisis
Fentanyl has been making headlines lately in the midst of an overdose crisis raging in America. Doubtless, if we don’t shut this down in the spirit, this overdose crisis will soon find its way into many other nations. Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid similar to...
Prophecy: A Changing of the Guard in the Prayer Movement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urBdRqck-w0 There are always on-fire intercessors graduating to heaven. Who will pick up their mantles? Jennifer LeClaire is an internationally recognized author, apostolic-prophetic voice to her generation and conference speaker. She...
A Spirit of Anarchy Is Rising in the Nations
The spirit of anarchy is rising in the earth at a rampant rate. News headlines reveal how this spirit has gained a foothold beyond the entertainment industry into governments of the earth. This is a dangerous trend, and one that will escalate in the end times. I’m...
Prophetic Vision Reveals a ‘New Russia’ Forging Middle Eastern Alliances
Russia shows no sign of letting up on Ukraine, but behind the scenes there are secret alliances forming. In this prophetic vision, Jennifer LeClaire sees into Putin's strategy and offers a prayer to combat the enemy's plans against Israel.
Prophet: How You Can Find Peace in Any Situation
Did you know that you can have peace in any situation? No matter what you are going through, you can experience the stillness and rest of the Holy Spirit. Today I want to give you a word of exhortation. Not only does this come from Scripture, but it has also come to...
3 Satanic Traps You Must Avoid at All Costs
As we know, Satan has established an evil spiritual kingdom as a rival to God’s kingdom. He rules over fallen angels and demonic spirits and incites them to seek to establish footholds in our minds and hearts. Here are three common satanic traps we need to both...
James Goll: Reviewing 5 Prophetic Words for 2022
As I leaned into the Lord in the fall of 2021 about what the year of 2022 would hold, there were five prophetic words (or insights) I received. It is always good to review the words you have been given so you can take stock of what has come to pass and what remains to...
Consider This Unsung Hero of the Bible
Sometimes, I think Martha in the Bible gets a bad rap! I am not saying that Jesus labeled Martha at all. Please hear me out. But I think we would be wise to avoid picking up and holding onto some of the dynamics in this potential sibling rivalry between Martha and...