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DISHONOR
Yesterday, we continued in our message series, HONOROLOGY. Yesterday’s message was titled, “The Kiss of Judas.“ I’ll have to admit, this was a very difficult message to preach. The more I studied the life and the decisions of Judas, the more I saw myself in them. It was very sobering, to say the least. I’ve…
Read MoreThe Economy of Honor
Honor creates an atmosphere of exchange. The concept of economy doesn’t just apply only to the natural world but the supernatural world as well. As a matter of fact, I believe that the natural economy is affected by the spiritual economy, not just in the world markets but in individuals as well. Honor affects both…
Read MoreSouthern Saying… Spiritual Truth
We’ve just finished our second week of our Honorology message series. I must say, it’s been a powerful time thus far! I know I’ve mentioned it many times already, but more than likely, I’ll continue to declare it over and over again; honor has been the missing key to experiencing the presence, provision and power…
Read MoreHonoring Dishonor and Dishonoring Honor
This Sunday will bring us to a powerful time in the presence of the Lord. I know this because we’ve been in intense spiritual warfare for some time now. As the pastor of Impact Church, my prayer is that our church receives the Spirit of wisdom and revelation (Eph 1:17). With this, we will be…
Read MoreApostolic Pleasures
We returned yesterday from our trip to Peru. Words cannot express the joy I feel with the work there. It’s always a wonder to see how success and prosperity trails the response to a word from the Lord. The ministry in Peru was birthed from a word spoken in the hearts of Laz & Janet…
Read MoreTaking Me Back…
We had a home gathering last night, in Lima, Peru, that took me back to 1986. That was the year salvation came to the Rivera household. For three years prior, my mother prayed and fasted for us. She also went through a very intense spiritual and emotional trial. We didn’t understand it at first, but…
Read MoreOdds Are Against Them…
I’ve been in Lima, Peru for about four days, I have some thoughts to share… Church planting is a very misunderstood venture. It’s more complicated than starting a business. It’s more than just having meetings and gatherings. It’s more than just singing and preaching. It’s way more… Without getting into a long dissertation on the…
Read MoreThe Truth About New Levels
I’ve heard it said for several years, “new levels bring new devils” and honestly, I’ve never understood it. Besides it’s catchy rhyming tone, I’m not sure it carries much weight. Now, I do understand that new levels bring new challenges and require a greater focus of responsibility but I just don’t see the demonology within…
Read MoreDefining Decisions
We all desire defining moments. A defining moment is a necessary glimpse of your destiny conveyed through an inspiration and illumination. Psychologists tell us that 1% of 1% of experiences ever make it into our memories. There are about 12-15 experiences (positive or negative) in our lives, which cause us to become what we are.…
Read MoreGOD CLUES
We all have a tendency to limit God. And the stronghold of these limits is located in the personal arena of our faith. It’s easier to believe God for miracles when “who” or “what” we believe God for is dislocated from our personal environment. When there’s no personal attachment and no emotional loss at stake,…
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