Angus Buchan is a South African evangelist who is known for the movie about his life, “Faith Like Potatoes.” Many see him as a spiritual father to this nation. Earlier this year, Buchan was challenged by a video posting from a local farmer pleading for Buchan to call the nation to pray for peace due … Continued
The following are some excerpts from Brad Burk’s book, “Changing the Atmosphere,” on how our prayers have the power to shift the spiritual climate of our communities: When we focus on the enemy and what he is doing, we tend not to hear what God is saying. Then, what we say is what the … Continued
If you want to be a change agent on the earth and have powerful and effective prayers, you can count on the enemy doing everything he can to build a case against you so as to nullify your impact. This is why it is critical that we know how to address these attacks with … Continued
James Goll recently shared about the rise of intercession across the nation and how the role of watchman is of critical importance in this season. God seems to be strategically calling His people to prayer watches as never before. A little more than a decade ago there were only a handful of Houses … Continued
“Protection is an important aspect of the watchman anointing. Watchmen are guards, bodyguards, doorkeepers and, generally speaking, those who protect by covering in prayer.” – Dutch Sheets We used to live in the city of Virginia Beach, very close to the Atlantic Ocean. Often we were threatened by possible hurricanes that occasionally … Continued
It’s imperative that we reconsecrate ourselves to intercession and make whatever adjustments are necessary to align ourselves, our families and our churches with the Jesus model laid out in the Bible, particularly in the Sermon on the Mount. “I believe it’s a great mistake to present Christianity as something charming and popular with no offense … Continued
The rise of deception, godlessness, and rebellion against authority is openly seen in this nation on a daily basis. There is no longer a question as to the severity of our condition or the need for a supernatural move of God. The question many believers face is how to pray. We realize this … Continued
If our prayers are to be powerful and effective, according to James 5:16, we must know the spiritual authority that we have. The power and authority that Jesus gave believers was to set people free from the works of the enemy: When Jesus had called the Twelve together, He gave them power and … Continued
Open for me the gates of righteousness; I will enter and give thanks to the LORD. This is the gate of the LORD through which the righteous may enter (Psalm 118:19-20, NIV). In their book, Name Your Gates, and Take Back Your Cities, Randy and Barbara Walters share the principle of praying over … Continued
In his book, A Sacred Trust, Alistair Petrie shares four defilements that Scripture indicates bring a curse on the land. By identifying these defilements and praying repentance and cleansing, intercessors can begin to take back the land in their own cities, preparing the way for revival. Idolatry: Those who cling to worthless idols … Continued
At a time when working together as believers is critical in seeing the kingdom of God impacting our own communities, perhaps we need to adjust some of our mindsets… …from building walls to building bridges.Will we remain outside of the community inviting people in or will we go to our communities, seeking … Continued
At this time, the west is filled with angry Christians. Many of us are sorely grieved and appalled by the growing wickedness flagrantly displayed, even promoted and commended, in our culture. We must never back down from proclaiming righteousness and holiness based on the truth of God’s Word. We must also guard against … Continued
