As the biblical month of Elul arrives, it’s time to prepare our hearts to connect with the King of Kings on a deeper level. Known as the month of reflection and repentance, Elul is a unique time to hear the awakening blast of the shofar (trumpet) that our Creator and Savior are playing. During this … Continued
Do you ever arrive at a narrative in the scriptures that causes you to pause and ask, “Lord, what is going on here?” There is one such account in 1 King 13, where an unknown prophet from Judah is sent to prophesy against evil King Jeroboam. Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the … Continued
In Hosea 4:2, the Lord made a charge against the inhabitants of the land saying, “They break all restraint and bloodshed follows bloodshed.” Perhaps you have noticed that something big is shifting in our world. There seems to be a growing sense of darkness that is spreading across our country… especially when it comes to … Continued
Powerful intercession results when believers, committed to faith, obedience, and personal holiness, learn to discern the heart of God and war in heaven on behalf of others. Consider these ten qualities as you stand in the gap, aligning your heart and mind to Christ. Discuss issues you care about with other intercessors. Intercessors have … Continued
With the ongoing threats of violence in city streets and ungodly forces rising against those who follow Christ, here are some prayer points for your own community as you stand on the wall of intercession. Become a Monthly Ministry Partner today. Lift up praise and worship over the city. “Extol the Lord, Jerusalem; praise … Continued
The following is an excerpt from our daily devotional series Fasting and the Heart of God. “. . . Your healing shall spring forth speedily, and your righteousness shall go before you; the glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard.” Isaiah 58:8 In Jesus’s time on earth, the most disciplined religious leaders were … Continued
Hope is only as strong as its source. I recently encountered these words while praying about widespread hopelessness in our nation and across the globe. The impactful statement made me reassess the true foundation of my hope. So, let’s begin by delving into the meaning of hope. Our Monthly Ministry Partners are the lifeblood of … Continued
We can no longer say that we, in the United States, are free from religious persecution. Even with laws that should be protecting us, Christians are experiencing increased threats, accusations, and legal actions aimed at silencing our voices. How can believers respond to such threats? The book of Acts details the experiences of the early … Continued
Is biblical literacy waning among churchgoers? New reports indicate that some Christians are oblivious to basic scriptural knowledge, specifically the Old Testament. LifeWay Research surveyed about 1,000 Protestant Christians about Bible stories. The results are telling. When asked, “Of all the stories found in the Old Testament of the Bible, which one is your favorite?” … Continued
The following is an excerpt from our daily devotional series Fasting and the Heart of God. “… Then your light shall break your forth…Then you shall call… [God] will say, ‘Here I am’ … The Lord will guide you…satisfy your soul…a watered garden…a spring of water…If you turn away your foot from [abusing] the Sabbath…Then you … Continued
Correction. The Reagan movie opens August 30 in theaters nationwide. Prayer was fundamental to his life and his presidency. Read the untold story here. When there is no prophetic vision, the people cast off restraint … (Proverbs 29:18 NET). Bible scholars often speak of the “law of first mention,” by which they refer to finding where … Continued
Here at IFA, we talk a lot about Israel. We do this not only because Israel is a close ally with the USA, but also (and more importantly) because the nation of Israel is important to God. God made a covenant with Abraham thousands of years ago, and Scripture proves throughout its pages that the … Continued
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