Mar 6th 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

When You Give (7): Three Characteristics of an Extravagant Giver

Are you an extravagant giver? You might not think so … until you see these three characteristics of an extravagant giver. We tend to think of extravagant giving as giving a large amount. While this can be true of an extravagant gift, extravagant giving isn’t only giving a large amount. There are three defining characteristics that might categorize your giving as... read more

Mar 4th 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Praying for the Peace of Jerusalem

This year, Purim falls on March 4th-5th. It is a day of celebration commemorating Queen Esther’s faith and courage and the deliverance of the Jewish people. What a perfect time for us to be mindful of the call to pray—and to be diligently engaged in intercession—for the peace of Jerusalem and the nation of Israel. The Problem Facing Esther Esther was a young, single woman living in the land... read more

Mar 2nd 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

When You Give (6): “Am I Generous?”

Would you describe yourself as generous? God is an extravagant giver. He always rewards generosity when we give with the right heart. And He rewards us in every area of our lives! The video below is the fifth message of The Blessed Life series by Robert Morris: “Am I Generous?” The Blessed Life, Sermon 5: Am I Generous? A very important question we all need to ask ourselves is “am... read more

Feb 25th 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

When You Give (5): “Breaking the Spirit of Mammon”

Have you had the thought lately, “If only I had some money, my problems would be solved”? If we feel that money could solve our problems, then the spirit of mammon has influenced us. And as Jesus said that we cannot serve God and mammon. The video below is the fourth message of The Blessed Life series by Robert Morris: Breaking the Spirit of Mammon The Blessed Life, Sermon 4: Breaking the... read more

Feb 23rd 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

When You Give (4): “The Principle of First”

If God is first in your life, then everything will come into order. Abiding by the principle of first will bring blessing, no matter what trial you are going through. The video below is the third message of The Blessed Life series by Robert Morris: “The Principle of First” Robert Morris says this is the most important message of The Blessed Life series. The principle of first is a principle that... read more

Feb 19th 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

When You Give (3): “What Test?”

Every time you receive a paycheck, you take a test. The test is: Whom are you going to thank and worship for your income? You take this test by what you do with the first ten percent of your income. Whether you pass or fail this test determines whether you live under blessing or a curse. The video below is the second message of The Blessed Life series by Robert Morris: “What Test?” The Blessed... read more

Feb 17th 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

When You Give (2): “It’s All About the Heart” by Robert Morris

Do you struggle with selfishness before you give? And feelings of grief and sorrow afterward?  Giving is all about the heart! God desires that we give with a generous, joy-filled heart. As I said in the previous post, the best series of messages I’ve heard on the subject of giving is The Blessed Life by Robert Morris, pastor of Gateway Church. It is Biblically balanced (not a give-to-get... read more

Feb 12th 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Giving God the First: When You Give (Part 1)

Do you want to live a blessed life this year? Don’t miss the third strand in the three-fold cord of giving, praying, and fasting! When You Give … In Matthew chapter 6, Jesus speaks of three “when’s”: “When you give …” (v.2) “When you pray …” (v.5) “When you fast …” (v. 16) During Pursuit 21, we spent twenty-one days... read more

Feb 9th 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Take a Moment to Share Your Fasting Testimony

What has God done in your life in the area of fasting and prayer? Take a moment to share your testimony—to give God praise and to encourage others as they fast and pray! What Has God Done? Did you recently engage in fasting and prayer? If so, What has God done in your life as a result of your fasting and prayer? For example: Have you heard His voice more clearly? Have you sensed His presence more... read more

Feb 1st 15 Posted by Natalie Nichols

Fasting Day 21: Healing Oil

You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Psalm 23:5 When we practice fasting rightly, we can expect God to anoint us with His healing oil! Fasting gives us “new wineskins” and prepares us to receive this anointing. Fasting and New Anointing God cannot put new anointing, new wine, into old wine skins. “No one sews a patch of unshrunk cloth on an old garment. If he does, the new piece... read more